KLF announces shortlist (English) for the annual Book Awards
New Delhi, Jan 16 - Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) has announced the shortlist (English) for the Annual KLF Book Awards for 2024.
17 LU students clear UPSC geoscientist exam
Lucknow, Jan 16 - Breaking all previous records, nearly 17 students from the geology department of the Lucknow University have cleared the Union Public Service Commission’s Combined Geoscientist Examination-2023.
Centre imposes 50% export duty on molasses
New Delhi, Jan 16 - The Central government has imposed a 50 per cent export duty on molasses, a by-product of sugarcane, with effect from January 18.
Hindustan Copper, NALCO shares up after lithium mining pact with Argentina
New Delhi, Jan 16 - Shares of Hindustan Copper and NALCO were up on Tuesday after India’s KABIL and Argentina’s CAMYEN SE signed a landmark agreement for first-ever exploration and mining of Lithium.
Renowned instrumentalists to perform during Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya
Ayodhya, Jan 16 - Renowned instrumentalists from various states across the country will perform in Ayodhya during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on January 22.
Icy winds. heavy snowfall disrupt life in US
Washington, Jan 16 - A Polar Vortex in the North Pole has led to several US cities witness severe cold weather conditions with temperatures dipping in the Midwest and the Northeastern region to a freezing minus -41 degrees Celsius, while 125 million people
Cameron Green returns for Australia, WI name three debutants for the Test opener
Adelaide, Jan 16 - Australia and West Indies have announced their playing XI for the Test series opener in Adelaide. Australia's captain, Pat Cummins, confirmed that Cameron Green would make a return, and Steve Smith, in pursuit of a new chapter in his
OpenAI outlines plan to combat misinformation ahead of 2024 elections
San Francisco, Jan 16 - As countries around the world prepare for elections in this year, OpenAI has outlined its plan to combat misinformation, with a focus on promoting transparency around the source of information.
Australian Open: Sumit Nagal stuns World No. 27 Bulbik in the opening round
Melbourne, Jan 16 - In a triumphant display of skill and determination, Sumit Nagal marked a significant milestone in his career by securing a convincing victory in the first round over Alexander Bulbik in the Australian Open 2024.
For 3rd consecutive year, India’s nominal GDP growth will be strongest in Asia
New Delhi, Jan 16 - India’s nominal GDP growth will accelerate to 11.6 per cent this year versus 9.2 per cent in 2023, making it the third consecutive year that the country’s nominal GDP growth will be the strongest in Asia, according to
PM Modi praises Kannada devotional song dedicated to Shri Ram
Bengaluru, Jan 16 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday appreciated the Kannada devotional song uploaded on YouTube, which is sung by singer Sivasri Skandaprasad, dedicated to Shri Ram.
Rafael Nadal partnership with Saudi Tennis Fedaration draws “inexcusable and “disappointing” criticism
New Delhi, Jan 16 - Rafael Nadal has accepted an ambassadorial role with the Saudi Tennis Federation, becoming the latest high-profile athlete to align with Saudi Arabia as the nation seeks to enhance its global influence through sport
Israeli govt approves revised wartime budget with more defence spending
Jerusalam, Jan 16 - The Israeli Finance Ministry said the government has approved an updated wartime budget for 2024, with significant increases in defence spending amid the raging fighting with Hamas in Gaza.
Invest in Telangana campaign launched at WEF meet
Hyderabad, Jan 16 - The Telangana government has launched the 'Invest in Telangana' campaign at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting at Davos, Switzerland.
SARS-Cov-2 vax may offer moderate protection against long Covid in kids
New York, Jan 16 (IANS) Vaccination against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, provides moderate protection against long Covid, which can cause long-term serious acute illness, in children and adolescents, according to a study.
Apple to remove blood oxygen app from its watches to evade import ban: Report
San Francisco, Jan 16 - In a document filed with the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, medical technology company Masimo has said that Apple has prepared modified Apple Watch models that "do not contain pulse oximetry functionality".
ONGC, OIL to gain as govt cuts windfall tax on crude oil
New Delhi, Jan 16 - The Union government has reduced the windfall tax on petroleum crude to Rs 1,700 per tonne from Rs 2,300 a tonne in its fortnightly revision as oil prices have come down in the international market.
Samsung family members sell shares worth $2 bn to pay inheritance taxes
Seoul, Jan 16 - Three members of Samsung Group's founding family have sold their shares worth $2 billion in group affiliates, including Samsung Electronics, in an apparent bid to pay inheritance taxes.
Maha’s moment on the world stage at Davos, says CM Shinde
Mumbai, Jan. 16 - Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday said that the Davos World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting would be a "big chance to showcase Maharashtra" at the global level in the presence of leading personalities from all over the world.
Obviously talks are going on with them: Pat Cummins on Harris and Bancroft future in Test squad
Adelaide, Jan 16 - In the wake of David Warner's retirement, the Australian cricket team is undergoing a strategic shuffle, and captain Pat Cummins has been proactive in maintaining communication with overlooked players Cameron Bancroft and Marcus Harris. Despite not making the current