Russian tourists flocked to China, Europe during New Year holidays
Moscow, Jan 12 - During the 2023 New Year holidays, there was a surge of Russian tourists flocking to China and Europe, a local media outlet said in a report on Friday.
Akhil, Aishwary help India to a 1-2 finish in men’s 50m rifle 3P event at Jakarta
Jakarta, Jan 12 - India’s Akhil Sheoran and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar helped India to a 1-2 finish in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event on Friday as India extended their dominance of the on-going Asia Olympic Qualification Rifle/Pistol to a fifth
SpiceJet announces special flight operation from Delhi to Ayodhya on Jan 21
New Delhi, Jan 12 - SpiceJet on Friday announced a special flight operation from Delhi to Ayodhya on January 21 catering to passengers attending the Pran Pratishta ceremony at the Ram temple the following day.
Olympic athletes permitted with two-minute posts on social media
Geneva, Jan 21 - Accredited athletes are permitted to post audio and video recordings of up to two minutes per post of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and the Winter Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Gangwon 2024 under the guidelines of the International Olympic
IMF allows immediate disbursement of $700 mn to Pakistan
Islamabad, Jan 12 - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced that its Executive Board has completed the first review of Pakistan's economic reform program supported by the global lender's Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), allowing for an immediate disbursement of about $700 million.
IMD warns of bone-chilling cold wave in North India, dense fog for 5 days
New Delhi, Jan 12 - There seems to be no immediate respite from the bone-chilling cold wave and fog which will continue for the next few days, said the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday.
WhatsApp now lets iOS users turn their photos into stickers
New Delhi, Jan 12 - Meta-owned WhatsApp has started to roll out a new feature that lets iOS users create, edit and share their own stickers.
‘Wanted to apply what I learn from MS Dhoni…’, says Shivam Dube after match-winning show in Mohali
New Delhi, Jan 12 - Shivam Dube has attributed the change in his attitude and approach to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni, following a match-winning performance of 60 off 40 balls in India's six-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the first T20I.
Sensex up more than 800 points led by IT stocks
New Delhi, Jan 12 - Sensex is now up more than 800 points during afternoon trade on Friday led by IT, banks and real estate stocks.
BJP forms 20 clusters for 80 LS seats in UP
Lucknow, Jan 12 - The BJP in Uttar Pradesh will form 20 clusters for 80 Lok Sabha seats in the state, and senior leaders who are given responsibility will be accountable for the same.
Google allows more time for pilot real-money gaming apps in India
New Delhi, Jan 12 - Google has announced to extend the grace period for pilot real-money gaming (RMG), daily fantasy sports (DFS) and Rummy apps in India till June when the new policy will take effect.
Northeast monsoon to withdraw from South India by Jan 15
Chennai, Jan 12 -The Northeast monsoon is expected to withdraw from South India by January 15, the weather department said.
Israel’s war expenses in 2023 reached $6.59 bn
Jerusalem, Jan 12 - The Israeli government's expenses for the conflict with Hamas amounted to 24.7 billion shekels ($6.59 billion) in 2023, the Finance Ministry said.
Powerhouse producer Jackky Bhagnani took Pooja Entertainment to unprecedented heights
Mumbai, Jan 12 - Jackky Bhagnani emerged as a powerhouse producer in 2023 leaving an indelible mark on the industry. His prowess was evident through a series of noteworthy achievements that showcased his active work towards radically making shifts in the industry, paving
Bundesliga leaders Leverkusen facing challenges ahead of season restart
Berlin, Jan 12 - If anyone in the German league seems perfectly equipped to play a poker face role when things get tight, it is Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso.
DRDO conducts flight test of new generation AKASH missile
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Friday said that DRDO has successfully conducted a flight-test of the New Generation AKASH (AKASH-NG) missile.
TCS launches new AI Experience Zone, aims to create AI-ready workforce
New Delhi, Jan 12 - With an aim to create one of the world's largest AI-ready workforce, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Friday launched a new 'AI Experience Zone'.
Turkey inflation picks pace, denting consumer confidence
Ankara, Jan 12 - Despite the economic revamp, inflation in Turkey remained stubbornly high, and many consumers said their living standards continue to decline.
Ahead of ‘Pran Pratishtha’ , PM Modi prays at Nashik’s Shree Kalaram Temple
Nashik (Maharashtra), Jan 12 - Just 10 days ahead of the 'Pran Pratishtha' of the much-anticipated Lord Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed at the historic Shree Kalaram Temple in Panchvati area of the district, here on Friday.
Himachal slashes entry, tenting fee for treks in Dharamsala
Shimla, Jan 12 - The Himachal Pradesh Forest Department has announced to slash the entry and tenting fee for treks in Dharamsala by half. And there would be no fee from registered local guides.