TMC’s Moloy Ghatak, BJP’s Subrata Thakur, Congress’ Mausam Noor and BJP’s Dibyendu Adhikari NEW DELHI: In West Bengal, a state that long prided itself on rejecting the politics of inheritance, the 2026 assembly elections are telling a very different story. For decades, Bengal mocked the dynastic culture seen in states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar,…
Let’s face it: change often feels like trying to upgrade your phone’s software while the battery is sitting at 2%. We start with grand visions of 5 AM runs and green smoothies, only to find ourselves three days later face-down in a bag of chips, wondering where it all went wrong. It’s frustrating, but it’s…
Zahraa Ilyas, a Bachelor of Commerce student at Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru, got placed with investment banker Goldman Sachs in July last year. Placements happen throughout the final year and she’s finishing her programme only this year. Zahraa’s is not a small feat if anxious conversations on vanishing entry-level jobs are to be taken seriously….
As Donald Trump threatened a naval blockade on Iran, Tehran responded with a stark warning on rising fuel costs. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said global consumers would soon feel the impact, writing on social media, “Enjoy the current pump figures. With the so-called ‘blockade’, soon you’ll be nostalgic for $4–$5 gas.”The post also…
The United States has emerged as India’s largest LPG supplier so far this month. (AI image) In wake of the Middle East conflict, India’s Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) imports have dropped sharply this month, falling to nearly half of February levels and extending the decline seen in March, according to shipping data. At the same…
Robert Downey Jr., a cultural phenomenon since the late 70s, stands as a testament to resilience with a net worth of USD 300 million. His illustrious career, highlighted by legendary performances in ‘Iron Man’ and the ‘Avengers’ series, showcases his unique ability to captivate audiences. Even amidst life’s hurdles, Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr has,…
Reserve Bank of India (File photo) With the beginning of the new financial year, India’s digital payments landscape is poised for a major security overhaul as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rolls out stricter authentication norms from April 1.The move comes in response to rising transaction volumes and increasing fraud risks. RBI aims to…
The problem is the way Rowling-bashing has evolved into a fashionable Hollywood sacrament. One would think Rowling-bashing had become a redundant activity, one that would make Caesar say ad nauseam, like Marvel sequels, but we still keep getting them every other day. The latest brave Hollywood kid to jump on the anti-Rowling bandwagon is Andrew…
Kingfisher Towers is built on a 4.5-acre plot and contains only 81 exclusive apartments, ensuring exclusivity and privacy. The residential complex is often called the ‘Billionaires’ Tower’ and is home to some of the most influential people in Bengaluru. The Bengaluru home of the famous industrialist Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty is an epitome of…
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir assembly Saturday passed a bill that allows establishment of private universities in the union territory. Education minister Sakeena Itoo, who moved the Jammu and Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026, said it will boost higher education in J&K and numerous students will benefit from it.The bill also aims to regulate the functioning,…