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All seven districts of Ladakh will now have autonomous hill development councils SRINAGAR: All seven districts of Ladakh will now have autonomous hill development councils, with lieutenant governor Vinai Kumar Saxena approving a notification to this effect Thursday. The move paves the way for local self-governance in all seven districts of the UT through the…
Tram revamp plan to boost services Kolkata: The Bengal govt is planning to revive and modernise Kolkata’s tram services through a public-private partnership (PPP), with companies from Australia and Belarus expressing interest in participating in the project.“We will float tenders seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from private players after examining the recommendations of the RITES…
NEW DELHI: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has pushed back against growing speculation over Rohit Sharma’s ODI future, insisting that the former India captain is continuing to perform at a high level and questioning why his place in the side is being debated.Speaking after a high-level Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) review meeting…
India storm into Asia Cup semis (Image: BCCI/X) Smriti Mandhana’s record-breaking 124 and a clinical bowling effort helped India crush Hong Kong by 137 runs in their Women’s Asia Cup 2026 clash in Dubai. After posting 193/5, India bowled Hong Kong out for just 56 in 16.2 overs to seal a massive win and book…
Image: Left/Wikipedia/Right/Gaby Barathiue, Ocean Image Bank The world’s oceans cover most of the planet, yet vast areas remain difficult to protect, monitor and manage. In June 2026, Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropic organisation announced a fresh $260 million commitment to expand the Bloomberg Ocean Initiative, bringing its total support for ocean conservation to $635 million. The investment…
All about Dolly Parton and Carl Dean’s 75-acre Tennessee property (Image Credit: Instagram) For someone who spent most of her life in the spotlight, Dolly Parton knew the value of having a place that felt completely private. In 1972, Parton and her husband, Carl Dean, bought a sprawling 75-acre property in Brentwood, Tennessee and built…
A name can be more than a distinctive choice for a child; it can also carry a meaning that reflects qualities parents value. Names linked with bravery and leadership can evoke confidence, resilience, wisdom and the ability to stand up for others. Whether parents prefer a timeless classic such as Alexander, a short name such…
There was a heavy wooden door in the basement that seemed to have a mind of its own. It rattled violently, its lock appeared to jiggle, and Rachel Alltop, standing alone with a camera in her hand, decided she had seen enough. She ran upstairs.The unsettling scene unfolded inside the 200-year-old Ohio farmhouse Alltop had…
Starting today, September 4, 2026, love predictions indicate an onset of warmth in relationships, encouraging both singles and couples to bond. Singles may stumble upon new connections effortlessly, while couples can restore harmony after rough patches. However, it’s essential to manage possessiveness carefully, as attachment levels rise during this time. Focus on enjoying uncomplicated moments…
Nestled in the Wet Mountains of Colorado, at an elevation of 9000, is the world’s largest one-man project, The Bishop Castle. From 1969 to 2019, the monument was constructed by one man, all by himself, James Roland Bishop, also known as Jim Bishop, the Castle Builder, according to the website. Laying the foundation Jim Bishop…
