In a move that signals a shift in how speed and logistics intersect, Japan has transformed one of its iconic bullet trains into a high-speed cargo carrier. The initiative by East Japan Railway Company marks the launch of the world’s first dedicated freight-only Shinkansen, repurposing a former passenger train to transport goods at speeds of…
The Centre plans to raise Rs 8.20 lakh crore from the market in the first half of FY27 through dated securities, accounting for over half of its revised annual borrowing programme, the finance ministry said on Friday, PTI reported.The borrowing, scheduled for April–September 2026-27, is aimed at funding the fiscal deficit and bridging the revenue…
Delhi Capitals Mitchell Starc, with captain Axar Patel, left, and Mohit Sharma (PTI Photo) Injuries have already begun to reshape plans for several teams ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, with a number of key players unavailable at the start. Among the biggest concerns are the absences of Australian fast bowlers Mitchell Starc,…
One of India’s fastest-rising technology institutions, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), has opened its doors wider to the world. The institute has launched a fully funded doctoral programme for international students, an effort that feels as much about people and ideas as it is about policy and rankings. Called the FIRST Fellowship, the…
Forget the pumpkin carriages and the silent, smiling portraits. Being a princess in 2026 looks a lot more like navigating a high-stakes corporate meeting, managing a global brand, or dealing with a very public breakup—all while the entire world watches. Today’s royal women are trading isolation for impact. They aren’t just figures in a history…
Priyadarshan’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is set to be one of the final on-screen appearances of veteran actor Asrani, who passed away last October. The filmmaker shared a long creative association with Asrani, with his last two films, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ and ‘Haiwaan’, featuring the actor. Interestingly, both projects also star Akshay Kumar.Priyadarshan opened up on Asrani’s legacy…
As the United States deepens its military involvement in Iran, President Donald Trump has been publicly acting as if the conflict is already behind him.Even as thousands of additional troops are being sent to the Middle East and tensions remain high, Trump has repeatedly signaled that he sees the war as effectively over — a…
NEW DELHI: Multiple avalanches struck the Srinagar–Leh national highway on Friday, killing seven people and injuring five others, officials said.The avalanches hit the stretch between Zero Point and Minimarg in the afternoon, trapping several vehicles under snow and debris, they said.Officials said rescue teams were immediately rushed to the spot and a rescue operation was…
A Russian man, Matvei Rumiantsev, has been jailed for four years in London for assaulting a woman, in a case that drew attention after Barron Trump, the youngest son of US President Donald Trump, alerted police from the US during a video call.Rumiantsev, 23, was convicted at Snaresbrook Crown Court of assault occasioning actual bodily…
Parliament on Friday approved the Finance Bill 2026, with the Rajya Sabha returning it to the Lok Sabha by a voice vote, completing the budgetary process for the financial year beginning April 1.The Lok Sabha had passed the Bill on March 25 along with 32 amendments. The Rajya Sabha cleared it after a brief discussion…