Ham radio operators reunite friends across the international border after half a century
Kolkata, Dec 29 - Loneliness can be disastrous and may even push people -- particularly the elderly -- over the brink. So, when 75-year-old Gautam Ray sent out an appeal over social media for information about his college mate Saifuddin Ahmed Choudhary, amateur
Dhankhar declines request to appoint Raghav Chadda as interim party leader in RS
New Delhi, Dec 29 - Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar has declined the request of AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal seeking the appointment of Raghav Chadha as the interim party leader in the Rajya Sabha.
Aamir Khan’s sea-facing building to be redeveloped by MICL Group
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Man Infraconstruction Ltd will redevelop a building partly owned by Bollywood mega-star Aamir Khan in the posh Pali Hill area of Bandra west, a statement said here on Friday.
Physics Wallah’s revenue up 3.4x to Rs 798 cr in FY23, expenses grow to Rs 777 cr
New Delhi, Dec 29 - Edtech platform Physics Wallah (PW) on Friday reported a total revenue of Rs 798 crore in FY23, up 3.4 times from the previous financial year.
Study shows carbon-lite atmosphere may signal water & life on exoplanets
New York, Dec 29 - A low carbon abundance in planetary atmospheres could be a signature of habitability, according to scientists.
US Defense Secretary discusses Gaza civilian safety & aid in phone call with Israeli minister
New Delhi, Dec 29 - United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Friday held a telephone conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant in which the leaders discussed the Israeli military campaign in Gaza, protection of civilians and humanitarian aid, media
RMLIMS introduces prepaid cash cards for patients
Lucknow, Dec 29 - Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) is set to introduce a prepaid cash cards facility like metro, eliminating the need to stand in long queues at payment counters and to simplify and streamline patient service.
Proposed tableau from Bengal for Republic Day Parade rejected
Kolkata, Dec 29 - The Central government has rejected the proposed tableau from the state government for the Republic Day Parade on January 26 next year at New Delhi.
Internal matter of JD-U: BJP on Lalan Singh’s resignation
Patna, Dec 29 - After Lalan Singh resigned as JD-U national president, Bihar BJP President Samrat Choudhary said that this is the internal matter of JD-U and the sffron party has nothing to do with it.
Delhi airport faces aviation investigation amid dense fog challenges
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation into recent delays and diversions at Delhi Airport as the capital city grapples with thick fog affecting airline operations.
Govt likely to cut petrol, diesel prices ahead of LS polls
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The government is likely reduce the petrol and diesel prices ahead of the Lok Sabha polls as crude oil prices have also come down in the international market which will enable the oil marketing companies to bear the
Individual plans are more important than techniques, says Rohit Sharma after first Test loss
Centurion, Dec 29 -After losing the first Test to South Africa by an innings and 32 runs, India captain Rohit Sharma said the batters need to devise their own individual plans, which he feels are more important than the techniques they possess, adding
Geetanjali Mishra’s New Year resolution: More quality time with family
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Actress Geetanjali Mishra, who essays the role of Rajesh Singh, the wife of the titular character in the television show ‘Happu Ki Ultan Paltan’, has shared her new year resolution.
4 held in China for using ChatGPT to execute ransomware attack
Hong Kong, Dec 29 - Chinese authorities have arrested four people for developing ransomware with the help of OpenAI’s AI chatbot ChatGPT, the first such case in the country.
Zahrah Khan aspires to follow mother Salma Agha’s successful footsteps
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Actress and singer Zahrah Khan has reflected back on her journey this year, calling it ‘grateful and incredible’, and shared how she wants to be successful like her mother Salma Agha.
Tennis: Djokovic arrives in Perth ahead of United Cup debut
New Delhi, Dec 29 - The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has arrived in Perth ahead of the United Cup, where he will lead Serbia at the mixed-teams event.
Yogi govt to deploy water police personnel on Saryu River
Ayodhya (UP), Dec 29 - Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government will deploy water police personnel on the Saryu River to ensure safety of devotees and pilgrims who come to the temple town.
Arijit Singh strikes a chord with Mithun Chakraborty-starrer ‘Kabuliwala’s track ‘Bhaabo Jodi’
Mumbai, Dec 29 - Versatile singer Arijit Singh’s soulful rendition of the track ‘Bhaabo Jodi’ from the movie ‘Kabuliwala’ is not only a melodious, but also an emotionally resonant song, making it a must-listen for the music enthusiasts.
This wasn’t a 400-run wicket; Bumrah didn’t get the support he needed: Rohit Sharma
Centurion, Dec 29 - Following the defeat by an innings and 32 runs to South Africa in the first Test, India captain Rohit Sharma believes fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah wasn't given the desired support by the rest of the bowlers and felt the
Akash Anand likely to contest 2024 Lok Sabha polls in UP
Lucknow, Dec 29 - The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) has started identifying “safe” or winnable seats for its national coordinator Akash Anand, who is BSP chief Mayawati’s nephew, national general secretary Satish Chandra Mishra and some other prominent leaders who may hold an