PM panel’s report on religious demographics evokes mixed reactions from Bihar
Patna May 9 - A study released recently saying the share of the majority Hindu population in India decreased between 1950 and 2015, while that of the minority population went up during the period under review has evoked mixed reactions from different political
Maruti Suzuki launches 4th-gen Swift at starting price of Rs 6.49 lakh
New Delhi, May 9 - Leading carmaker Maruti Suzuki on Thursday launched the 4th generation Epic New Swift at a starting price of Rs 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
Char Dham Yatra: Kedarnath shrine adorned with 20 quintals of flowers, portals to open on Friday
New Delhi, May 9 - The portals of the holy Kedarnath Dham are set to open on Friday. While the preparations for the ceremonial opening of the temple are in full swing, the devotees have started assembling in large numbers in adjacent Sonprayag
Minimally invasive robotic surgery frees woman from aggressive appendix cancer
Chennai, May 9 - In a major medical breakthrough, a minimally invasive robotic-assisted approach has cured a woman suffering from Pseudomyxoma Peritonei (PMP) -- an aggressive appendix cancer.
46 pc Sri Lankan women, 10 pc school children obese
Colombo, May 9 - Sri Lankan Health Secretary Palitha Mahipala has said that 46 per cent of women and 10 per cent of children in the country are suffering from obesity.
A tough battle awaits three-time MP Harsimrat Badal in bastion Bathinda
Bathinda, May 9 - A tough battle awaits Harsimrat Kaur Badal, who held portfolios in both the Modi-led central governments, is eyeing to retain the politically significant Bathinda seat, also known as Punjab’s cotton belt, for the fourth consecutive term.
Come what may, 4% Muslim quota will continue: CM Jagan
Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh), May 9 - Stating that four per cent reservation for Muslims is not given based on religion, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday promised that the quota would continue in the state.
Janhvi Kapoor wears outfit inspired by red cricket ball to promote ‘Mr. & Mrs. Mahi’
Mumbai, May 9 - Actress Janhvi Kapoor hit a six with her fashion game for the promotions of her upcoming film 'Mr. & Mrs. Mahi'.
Stanlow celebrates a century of powering Britain
Stanlow (UK), May 9 - EET Fuels (or “the Company”, formerly Essar Oil UK), which owns and runs the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, one of the most advanced refineries in Europe, today announces the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Stanlow Refinery.
Repolling in a booth in Gujarat’s Dahod LS seat on May 11
Gandhinagar, May 9 - The Election Commission has announced repolling on May 11 at a booth in Parthampur village in Gujarat's Dahod Lok Sabha constituency after a booth-capturing incident was reported on May 7.
Cricket growth will be boasted by the hosting of T20 WC 2024: USA cricket chief Venu Pisike
New Delhi, May 9 - The United States of America (USA) will be co-hosting the ICC T20 men’s cricket World Cup 2024 for the first time along with the West Indies and it will attract huge popularity in the growth of cricket in
Israel criticises Joe Biden’s threat of arms freeze over Rafah
Tel Aviv/Beirut, May 9 - Israel on Thursday criticised US President Joe Biden's threat of an arms freeze in the event of a further advance in Rafah in the south of the Gaza Strip.
Manoj Bajpayee on his 100th film ‘Bhaiyya ji’: ‘Never imagined I’d be able to do even 10 films’
Mumbai, May 9 - Padma Shri awardee Manoj Bajpayee, who is gearing up for the release of his 100th film ‘Bhaiyya ji’, shared that he never thought that he would be able to do even 10 films.
Sanju will be exceptional for India in the T20 WC, believes Sangakkara
New Delhi, May 9 - Former Sri Lanka cricketer Kumar Sangakkara believes Sanju Samson can thrive at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup if he wins the race to be India's first-choice wicket-keeper.
VC firm Venturi Partners invests $27 mn in K12 Techno Services
New Delhi, May 9 - Venture capital firm Venturi Partners on Thursday announced a purchase of a $27 million stake in the education service provider K12 Techno Services from Navneet Learning LLP, a subsidiary of Navneet Education Limited.
HPCL profit dips 25 pc in Q4
Mumbai, May 9 - Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) on Thursday reported a nearly 24.9 per cent decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 2,709.31 crore for the Jan-March quarter of 2023-24 from Rs 3,608.32 crore in the same quarter last year as
IPL 2024: ‘No one plays better spin than Travis’, Abhishek Sharma praises fellow SRH opener after win over LSG
Hyderabad, May 9 - The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) young opener player Abhishek Sharma showered praises on his opening partner Travis Head, stating that Australian batters have a unique ability to handle spin bowling like no other.
88.64 pc students pass class 12 exam in Assam
Guwahati, May 9 - Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) announced the results of the class 12 examination on Thursday with an overall pass percentage of 88.64 per cent.
SBI posts 24 pc jump in Q4 net profit
Mumbai, May 9 - State Bank of India (SBI) on Thursday reported a 24 per cent jump in net profit at Rs 20,698 crore for the Jan-March quarter of 2023-24 compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 16,695 crore in the same period
‘In the nets, he always bat like…’, Yuvraj Singh reveals the key to Kohli’s success
New Delhi, May 9 - Former India star allrounder Yuvraj Singh voiced his opinion on how Virat Kohli became one of the greatest batters of this generation. He has come to the aid of his ex-teammate after criticism regarding his strike rate in