NEW DELHI: British car majors, including JLR and McLaren, have announced steep reductions in prices as the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) kicked on Wednesday. But your bottle of Scotch and Gin, as well as blended India-made whisky, will take time to get cheaper, with the filing and clearances from state excise departments…
The Israel Defense Forces removed soldier Shira Braun from its international communications unit and imposed a suspended jail sentence after she appeared in a livestream with controversial influencer Braden “Clavicular” Peters. The IDF said the action was based on her conduct, not misuse of official systems. Peters, known for his ties to polarizing internet figures…
One new tech can’t rescue Chinese economy buffeted by powerful negative forces. For all the worry about how America has become one big bet on AI, a similar but perhaps more alarming story is unfolding more quietly in the other economic superpower. China’s vaunted AI prowess is concealing deep rot elsewhere in its economy. Read…
Kitchen sinks are one of the busiest areas within every household. This makes them susceptible to stains from food leftovers, hard water, oil, coffee, tea, and normal use. However, scrubbing is not the best way to handle stains, as some materials used in sink production get scratched during the process. Luckily, there are various easy…
Today’s energy brings meetings, proposals, and practical alliances, Capricorn. The Moon activates agreements, and Venus warms your personal equation with others, so both marriage talks and business partnerships can move forward. If you’re unmarried, a proposal may come through family, friends, or an introduction that seemed ordinary at first.Young unmarried couples may also get a…
‘Pallichattambi’ on OTT: When and where to stream Tovino Thomas and Kayadu Lohar’s film After a successful theatrical run, Tovino Thomas’ period action drama ‘Pallichattambi’ is all set to reach a wider audience through its digital premiere. Directed by Dijo Jose Antony and written by S. Suresh Babu, the Malayalam film was released in cinemas…
Blake Neff blasts Candace Owens’ ‘Russian spy project’ claim, questions evidence behind TPUSA allegations (Image via Getty) Candace Owens has sparked another debate around Turning Point USA (TPUSA) after making a series of claims about the organization’s alleged links to people with Russian and Eastern European backgrounds. The conservative commentator raised the issue while discussing…
A weak monsoon should nudge farmers to grow more pulses, oilseeds and millets, not water-hungry sugarcane We knew in April this was going to be a weak monsoon. With half of July gone, around 400 of India’s districts have a rain deficit. That’s a challenge for Indian agriculture, which is still highly rain-dependent. Govt data…
Nature has long shaped Japanese culture, and nowhere is this more evident than in its baby names. Inspired by the changing seasons, delicate blossoms and the fleeting beauty of spring, many Japanese baby girl names carry meanings that reflect harmony, renewal and grace. Among these, cherry blossoms, or sakura, hold a special place, symbolising beauty,…
There are many times in life when it appears unfair. Success is not guaranteed, and you may not receive credit for your work. And a less genuine person might rise to the top. Perhaps you will be disappointed by someone you thought you could trust. Your intentions might be right, but the outcome may be…