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Mini India recently launched the new Mini Countryman C SUV in the Indian market. The new Mini Countryman C will be locally produced at the BMW Group plant in Chennai. Bookings are already underway; interested customers can book the car exclusively through the Mini dealership, and the deliveries will begin soon. The new Mini Countryman…
A leader’s credibility is one of the most critical traits for political success and vote-pulling in India. Contemporary Indian voter behaviour increasingly rewards personal trust, perceived integrity, and a track record of delivery. While traditional factors like caste coalitions, regional identity, and party machinery remain deeply entrenched, the ‘credibility premium’ has altered how national elections…
Larry the Cat looks forward to PM No 7 during its 15 years tenure (Image credit: @Number10cat on X) As UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation amid mounting political turmoil, once again a “cabinet member” gained attention; one who now awaits the 7th PM in 10 years – Larry the cat, “chief mouser…
The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI), which tracks coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilisers, steel, cement and electricity, grew 0.5% in May on a year-on-year basis. The eight sectors account for 40.27% of the weight of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). India’s infrastructure sector growth slowed to 0.5% in May from…
Access to timely medical diagnosis and reliable agricultural data remains one of India’s most persistent rural development challenges. This delay has measurable consequences. Conditions such as diabetes, anaemia, thyroid disorders and hypertension are frequently detected late in rural settings, contributing to higher complication rates and greater long-term healthcare costs. Government programmes, including the National Rural…
Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde at press conference in Mumbai NEW DELHI: The split in Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) became official on Monday, with its six rebel Lok Sabha MPs joining the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.The announcement came during a press conference in Mumbai, marking the dissidents’ first joint public appearance since speculation about…
How does Trump’s Iran deal compare to Obama’s from 2015? US President Donald Trump spent years attacking Barack Obama’s Iran nuclear deal. He called it weak, dangerous and one of the worst agreements America had ever signed.He called it “stupid”. He called it “disastrous”. He said it gave Iran money, time and space. In 2018,…
India has imposed anti-dumping duties for five years on imports of a chemical used in the rubber and tyre industry from China, the European Union and the United States, following findings that the product was being shipped into the country at unfairly low prices, causing injury to domestic manufacturers.The move follows recommendations by the Directorate…
NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines to help female cricketers safely resume their careers after childbirth. The move comes as more players are choosing to balance professional cricket with motherhood, with the ICC aiming to strengthen support systems and player welfare. ICC chairman Jay Shah stressed…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sachin Tendulkar (Agency Image) As excitement around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to build, former South Africa batter Daryll Cullinan has raised concerns about the physical demands being placed on the 15-year-old prodigy, particularly given his explosive batting style and growing workload.Sooryavanshi has quickly earned a reputation for his fearless approach and remarkable power…
