CHANDIGARH: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday reacted to two blast incidents in Amritsar and Jalandhar that occurred within hours of each other, sparking panic across the state.Blaming the BJP, Mann said, “This is BJP’s way of working — in any state where they want to contest elections, they first create riots, carry out…
Kerala’s mysterious ‘Twin Town,’ Kodhini, baffles scientists with an exceptionally high birth rate of twins, far exceeding national and global averages. This phenomenon, with an estimated 35 twins per 1,000 births, has led to unique local beliefs and a vibrant annual festival celebrating this extraordinary occurrence. India is the homeland of diversity and varied phenomena…
3 die in early morning apartment fire. BHUBANESWAR: A massive fire broke out early Wednesday morning in a four‑storey apartment on Badagada Canal Road in the Laxmisagar police limits here, claiming the lives of an elderly couple and their 10‑year‑old granddaughter.The victims were identified as Biswajit Behera (70), his wife Sulabha Behera (65), and their…
File photo of the Narendra Modi Stadium. New Delhi: The final of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League is set to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31, TOI has learnt. The likely dates for the playoffs are May 26 (Qualifier 1), May 27 (Eliminator) and May 29…
If you ever spot a mango lying on the ground in Singapore, think thrice before picking it up because what may feel like a harmless travel moment can actually land you in several legal troubles, including hefty fines. As a first-time visitor, you might not be aware of the ‘mango laws’ of Singapore. It’s strange…
The United States on Wednesday announced it will carry out a phased shutdown of its consulate general in Peshawar, citing concerns over the safety of diplomatic staff as well as the need for better allocation of resources.“The US department of state is announcing the phased closure of the US consulate general in Peshawar. Responsibility for…
US ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Wednesday said Indian companies are planning to invest over $20.5 billion in the United States across multiple sectors, highlighting a surge in bilateral economic engagement under President Donald Trump.“Under President Trump’s leadership investment is flowing back into the United States at record levels! Indian companies plan to invest…
1.1) Since the Treaty’s signing, Pakistan has consistently used its dispute resolution provisions as a strategic tool to delay and effectively obstruct development rather than genuine dispute resolution.Virtually every significant hydropower project India has proposed on the Western rivers – even those explicitly permitted under the Treaty’s terms – has faced formal Pakistani objection, technical…
We see the current rebound in Gold to extend towards the initial resistance of $4,700 and then reverse the course, says Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Any upside in gold and silver prices may face resistance at higher levels, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst – Commodities & Currencies,…
Vivo is all set to expand its X-series of smartphones in India with the launch of Vivo X300 and X300 FE smartphones in India. As confirmed earlier, Vivo will launch the two smartphones in the country today (May 6). The launch event will be live streamed on Vivo’s YouTube channel. “”Phone’s cannot shoot cinematic films”….