NEW DELHI: Delhi cabinet Monday rejected a proposal to extend incentives to hybrid vehicles, opting instead to keep the capital’s new electric vehicle policy focused exclusively on battery-powered or “pure EVs”.The newly approved Delhi EV Policy 2026 introduces a three-year lock-in period, barring beneficiaries of govt subsidies from registering their electric vehicles in other states…
No Indian celebration feels complete without laddus. They mark weddings, festivals, temple offerings and family milestones, making them one of the country’s most recognisable sweets. In 2016, confectioner PVVS Mallikharjuna Rao from Tapeswaram in Andhra Pradesh transformed this humble dessert into a world record by preparing the largest boondi laddu ever made. The sweet weighed…
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Ben Stokes. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images) Ben Stokes brought the curtain down on his illustrious Test career with a surprise retirement announcement during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Although England suffered a defeat in the match, Stokes’ remarkable contributions to the game were celebrated by teammates and opponents alike, with…
The crape myrtle tree is beloved for its spectacular flower displays that bloom in different colours, including white, pink, purple, and red. After flowers are gone, the tree still attracts attention with its colourful bark and autumn foliage. The rounded canopy creates a nice shading effect, so it is a great choice to plant close…
NEW DELHI: Congress on Tuesday claimed that the Uttar Pradesh Police placed several of its leaders, including state unit chief Ajay Rai, under house arrest a day before a high-level party delegation was scheduled to visit Ayodhya and offer prayers at the Ram Temple.Rai targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party, claiming that the BJP government “got…
In moments of misunderstanding, the urge to defend ourselves is natural. However, Brahma Kumar Sister Shivani wisely suggests that truth doesn’t require constant proof. By maintaining inner dignity and integrity, our actions and character will eventually reveal the truth, saving precious energy for personal growth and meaningful connections. This timeless wisdom offers a powerful antidote…
CHIKKABALLAPUR: A 26-year-old physiotherapist was found dead in a locked room at a homestay near Nandi Hills on Monday, while her boyfriend was found unconscious beside her. Police suspect he attempted suicide after killing her.The victim, Sai Surabhi of Jayanagar in Bengaluru, worked at Sri Sathya Sai Hospital in Muddenahalli. Her boyfriend, Sanjeeth Ali, 25,…
For those planning a road trip to the Himalayas or a weekend getaway in Uttar Pradesh, or a wildlife safari in Madhya Pradesh, it may be time to check the weather update before packing your bags. In a recent update, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall alerts across many northern and central…
Fire in Naphtha pipeline at Bengal’s Haldia refinery injures several workers. KOLKATA: A massive fire broke out in a Naphtha-carrying pipeline at the Haldia Refinery in West Bengal’s Haldia between 4 am and 4.30 am on Tuesday, leaving several workers injured. The injured workers reportedly suffered burn injuries and were rushed for medical treatment. The…