Centre’s decision to remove customs duties on petrochemicals might reportedly cost the government around 18 billion rupees. The measure has been introduced under emergency provisions to tackle supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Announced on Thursday, the decision follows New Delhi’s invocation of emergency powers and the diversion of local…
In 1997, Soufrière Hills erupted and entombed the city of Plymouth on the island of Montserrat. The capital, which was once a bustling centre for commerce, was covered in many feet of ash and debris within a few hours, leading to a permanent evacuation. The Montserrat Volcano Observatory states that over 80 per cent of…
SSC CGL post preference submission last date SSC CGL notification 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is expected to release the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) notification 2026 soon on the official website, ssc.gov.in. The notification, expected on the official website, will initiate the process for filling multiple Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts across…
Good Friday weekend is the perfect time to explore India’s vast wilderness. For wildlife lovers, travellers and photographers planning a long weekend escape, India has some famous national parks which are easily accessible and offer high chances of wildlife sightings. On this note, let’s have a look at India’s top five national parks which are…
At just 20 years old, Grammy-nominated artist Sombr opened up about his chart-topping track ‘Homewrecker,’ inspired by the complexities of a former relationship. He candidly admitted feeling that he had so much more to give than his ex’s new partner. Grammy-nominated singer Sombr is opening up about his life. In a new interview, the ‘Back…
Image captured from the viral social media footage A video circulating on social media appeared to show a US F-15 fighter jet pursuing what seemed to be an Iranian Shahed drone over Iraqi skies.The footage shows the jet closing in on the drone amid cloudy skies. The pilot tried to position the aircraft in front…
Udhayanidhi Stalin; Vijay (File photos) NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu’s election race picked up pace on Thursday as Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin filed his nomination from Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni, while actor-politician Vijay also entered the fray from Trichy East.Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Chief Minister MK Stalin, filed his nomination as the DMK candidate and held a roadshow…
The United States military has reportedly drawn up an extraordinary wartime contingency plan at the request of Donald Trump which involves a high-risk operation to seize Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium. The move could mark one of the most ambitious and unprecedented military missions in modern history, according to a Washington Post report, which…
Nuwan Thushara of Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrates (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has approached the Colombo District Court seeking legal intervention to allow him to play in the 2026 Indian Premier League. Thushara has filed a case against Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), requesting that the board be ordered to…
NTA NTET 2026 registration: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration window for the National Teachers Eligibility Test (NTET) 2026 today, April 2, 2026. Candidates who have not yet applied can complete the application process through the official website — exams.nta.ac.in/ntet.The application process began on March 11, 2026. Candidates are advised to submit…