NEW DELHI: The increase in pump prices by around Rs 5 a litre is only a dent to under-recovery given that oil companies are still losing Rs 13 a litre on petrol and Rs 38 on diesel, without factoring in taxes, resulting in heightened pressure on the states to lower VAT, which is as high…
NEW DELHI: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal is heading to Canada for trade talks on May 25, with easier access for Indian textiles and leather from India in return for tapping uranium and critical minerals on the table as the two sides look to step up efforts for the proposed free trade agreement, for…
NEW DELHI: The US has emerged as the second largest source of foreign direct investment into India during the last financial year, overtaking Mauritius.Equity investments from the US more than doubled to over $11 billion in 2025-26 as companies chose to invest directly into India instead of routing funds through a tax-friendly jurisdiction as they…
NEW DELHI: After the roller coaster of the past 12 months, the US and India looked to steady the relationship with secretary of state Marco Rubio calling on PM Narendra Modi on Saturday and delivering an invitation from President Donald Trump to visit the US “in the near future”.According to a US readout, as the…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for May 24, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
The United States and Iran are moving closer towards extending their fragile ceasefire by another 60 days, with mediators working on an interim agreement that could create the framework for wider negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear programme and regional security issues, according to a report by the Financial Times. People briefed on the negotiations told the…
JAMMU: Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, the first ever direct train flagged off between the two cities on May 2, achieved the unprecedented milestone of carrying 1.01 lakh passengers within just 22 days.Northern Railway’s senior divisional commercial manager, Uchit Singhal, said, “We have received extremely positive feedback from passengers regarding the train’s comfort, safety and hospitality….
A growing number of Indian graduates are setting their sights on foreign universities, with 70% planning to study abroad in search of better education and global exposure. Yet, the majority intend to return to India for work, highlighting a shifting mindset where overseas study is seen as a stepping stone rather than permanent migration, reshaping…
Raveena Tandon has appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann after the state government began action on stray dogs under a Supreme Court order. The actor asked the Punjab government to handle the issue with compassion while also addressing public safety. Her appeal came after the state said stray dogs would be removed from high-footfall…
Matthew Knies of the Toronto Maple Leafs (Image via Getty Images) The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering a pivotal offseason period with trade speculation around Matthew Knies heating up and increasing interest in defensive upgrades. The organization is reportedly viewing Knies as a high-value trade asset, while also looking at options to bolster the blue…