In a big boost for the capabilities of the armed forces, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by defence minister Rajnath Singh has accorded the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the procurement of equipment worth Rs 2.38 lakh crore. DAC has cleared the procurement of major defence equipment such as 60 Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA)…
Yograj Singh and MS Dhoni NEW DELHI: In a surprising shift in stance, former India cricketer Yograj Singh has come out in strong support of MS Dhoni, urging the veteran to continue playing in the IPL while taking aim at those calling for his retirement.Yograj, who has been a vocal critic of Dhoni in the…
Why Harvard Law’s contract talks are stuck after 19 months After nearly 19 months of negotiations, Harvard Law School’s clinical staff and the University administration have made limited headway in finalising their first labour contract, underscoring deep divides over core employment and academic issues. Despite more than 100 proposals being exchanged, agreement has been reached…
Candace Owens has accused Erika of plotting her husband’s murder, alleging she tried to shape public perception in advance. Owens pointed to an Instagram post from September 8, where Erika shared a video of her frail mother, claiming it was meant to gain sympathy and build a narrative. The claims remain unverified and have sparked…
For most of the twentieth century, capitalism rested on a simple institutional arrangement: governments governed, corporations produced, and markets mediated between them. That architecture is now undergoing a structural mutation. Multinational corporations increasingly control the systems through which modern societies operate—data networks, cloud infrastructure, global supply chains, financial platforms, and artificial intelligence compute capacity. The…
Ahmedabad, often regarded as one of India’s fastest-growing urban centres, has seen a considerable rise in premium residential areas over the past few years. These posh areas are characterized by high realty prices, but they are also marked by better infrastructure, connectivity, and a combination of both residential and commercial activity. Ahmedabad has a range…
ARIES Emotional stability will help you handle today’s challenges with grace. Reviewing loan arrangements regularly will ensure they align with your financial goals. Exciting career opportunities may arise, and you should approach them with confidence. A peaceful home environment will support both rest and productivity. While travelling, stay updated on weather conditions and have backup…
Representative image NEW DELHI: The government has imposed export duties on diesel and turbine fuel, a move aimed at improving availability of these products in the domestic market, according to the CBIC chairman’s statement on Friday.The decision is also expected to strengthen the country’s energy security by ensuring adequate supplies amid evolving global conditions. Watch…
RCB full schedule (Agency Photo) As the BCCI has announced the full schedule of IPL 2026, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will kick off their campaign on Saturday, March 28 against Sunrisers Hyderabad at their home ground, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST. Here is the full…
Mahan Maharaj, born Mahan Mitra, is a distinguished Indian mathematician and monk whose life bridges advanced scientific research and spiritual pursuit. A professor at TIFR, he is known for major contributions to geometry and for challenging the notion that intellectual excellence and monastic discipline must exist separately. Some lives resist easy categorisation. Mahan Maharaj belongs…