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Never give up because you never know what the tide will bring in the next day.- Tom HanksTom Hanks’ qoute is simple but contains a profound truth that we often forget. It doesn’t promise that things will get better tomorrow. It doesn’t say your hard work will definitely pay off. It says something more powerful:…
Recent wars between Russia-Ukraine and USA-Iran’s have fundamentally altered paradigms of military power and its application. The extensive use of Drones, Rockets, Artillery and Missiles in these wars has triggered a debate in India. The creation of a dedicated Indian Rocket Force is gaining traction. It is however in a state of hazy uncertainty and…
A watch tells the time. But sometimes, it tells a story.The recently discussed Titan web series beautifully reminds us that a watch is rarely just a machine strapped around the wrist. It carries memories, milestones, aspirations and identity. A graduation gift, a father’s old timepiece, the first luxury watch bought after success people often remember…
One ‘crime against women’ in India is the category ‘outraging modesty of women’. To be sure, behaviour and actions two IPC/BNS sections cover are criminal, have a high incidence (over 70% in crimes reported against women), and demand a distinct place in law. Read full story on TOI+ Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed…
Japan’s H3 rocket returned to flight Friday with the debut of a new low-cost variant, a badly needed success for the country’s new flagship rocket that has struggled with mission failures while facing an increasingly competitive space industry.The H3 rocket took off from the Tanegashima Space Center on a southwestern Japanese island Friday morning and…
NEW DELHI: The Centre has exempted petrol blended with higher levels of ethanol from excise duty as it seeks to make fuel beyond E20 more attractive for consumers and push voluntary use.The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) issued notifications on Wednesday, exempting ethanol blended petrol (EBP) grades E22, E25, E27 and E30,…
PM Modi celebrates ’12 years of Nari Shakti’, highlights NDA’s push for women-led development NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday celebrated “12 Years of Nari Shakti”, emphasising the steps and initiatives taken towards strengthening women’s empowerment by the government under his leadership.In an ‘X’ post, PM Modi stated that it reflected the prominent…
KOLKATA: Trinamool Congress (TMC) general secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee has been summoned again by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the alleged signature forgery case. Officials said Banerjee has been asked to appear before investigators on June 14.The fresh summons came a day after Banerjee was questioned for nearly six…
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that a possible operation to seize Iran’s key Kharg Island would be “off the table” if both sides sign an agreement to end the war, which he said could be reached “as early as this weekend.”Also Read | Invade baby, invade: Trump eyes Kharg Island, Iran’s…
Rupee began Friday on a strong note, rising 65 paise to 95.20 against the US dollar in early trade, supported by falling global crude oil prices and indications from US President Donald Trump that a deal with Iran could be reached soon.According to forex traders, the currency also drew support from a weaker US dollar…
