Food has always been more than just nourishment. Across cultures, certain dishes are believed to bring prosperity, happiness, health or good fortune, making them an essential part of festivals, weddings and New Year celebrations. Some are eaten because their shape resembles coins, others because their names sound like words associated with wealth or success. Whether…
The celestial occurrences this week prompt a time of self-reflection and emotional insight. Individuals will face a challenge in aligning their personal aspirations with ongoing duties. Conversations centered on responsibilities will aid in clarifying emotions and avoiding misunderstandings. It’s essential to approach home dynamics and relationship choices with thoughtfulness and patience. Striking a balance between…
Delhi private universities Bill The Delhi government has cleared a draft Bill that could change how private higher education institutions operate in the national capital, with 25% of seats in every course proposed to be reserved for students from Delhi.The Delhi Private Universities Bill, approved by the Cabinet on Friday, seeks to create a legal…
A 24-year-old law graduate died after jumping from his apartment (AI image used for representational purpose only) MUMBAI: Kherwadi Police have registered a case of abetment of suicide against two women after a 24-year-old law grad jumped to his death from his 13th floor apartment in Bandra East recently.Police said the two women were threatening…
Several parts of Delhi were inundated after relentless rainfall, while Gurgaon witnessed major traffic snarls as commuters struggled to navigate waterlogged roads. NEW DELHI: Heavy rain brought Delhi and Gurgaon to a standstill on Friday, with widespread waterlogging, flooded roads and severe traffic congestion disrupting normal life across the National Capital Region (NCR).Here are 10…
MK Stalin urged the Union government to address concerns regarding the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026. CHENNAI: DMK president MK Stalin has urged the Union government to address concerns over the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill 2026, backing a delegation that sought its withdrawal and a review of the existing law.Stalin’s remarks came…
Ahmedabad: Gujarat High Court has quashed an inter-district transfer of a constable made for an unlimited period without giving any ground of administrative exigency. The court also ordered the authority to re-transfer him to his original place of posting.The case involved police constable Kameshkumar Makwana, who was posted in Morbi district. The director general of…
Kolkata: A section of pvt hospitals and nursing homes in Kolkata is faced with a blood shortage in the wake of restrictions imposed on 11 pvt blood banks earlier this week. While most big ones have their own blood banks, others depend on some of the closed banks for supply. But many hospitals are now…
Pune: Residents of NIBM Road, Wanowrie, Kondhwa and nearby areas have said the muddy water problem persisting since mid-July continues to disrupt daily life — with no sign of relief.Many households said the water turns brown after spells of heavy rain, making it unsuitable for drinking, cooking, washing vegetables, bathing, washing clothes or cleaning utensils….
Valpoi is the wettest location so far with 2,092.1mm of rainfall, followed by Dharbandora (2,072.5mm) and Sanguem (2,066.6mm) Panaji: Goa has crossed the 60-inch mark in cumulative monsoon rainfall this season, recording an average of 1,516.6mm between June 1 and Aug 7. Despite the milestone, the state continues to face a 30.4% rainfall deficit, having…
