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The US trade deficit in goods widened to a record level in 2025 even as overall trade flows expanded, underscoring persistent import strength despite tariffs imposed during President Donald Trump’s first year back in office, according to the US government data.Data released by the Commerce Department showed the US goods deficit reached $1.24 trillion in…
It has drama, it has action, and it has shown the potential of being the undefeated king of the box office; it is Ranveer Singh’s starrer ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge.’ Released on March 19, 2026, this espionage thriller directed by Aditya Dhar has completed a 28-day run at the box office, and to date is keeping…
Vaibhav Suryavanshi skips class 10 exams for cricket. PATNA: In a decision that underlines his meteoric rise in Indian cricket, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the teenage sensation from Samastipur district, will not appear for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class X examinations this year. The gifted batsman has opted out owing to an intense schedule…
Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav (BCCI Photo) VISAKHAPATNAM: Days ahead of the T20 World Cup, hosts India, with their ruthless approach, have sent strong signals that their title defence is firmly on track. The Suryakumar Yadavled side has hit top gear, winning all the three matches played against New Zealand so far. With the series…
Once upon a time, your pride in corporate cubicles lay in the designations and titles you could carry as badges. The script has changed its dialect now. The perks for managers are shrinking. At 9:12 AM, a young employee logs into his third meeting. His designation- “Senior Manager still carries a faint ego of prestige….
JAMMU: Police arrested two cross-border drug peddlers associated with a Pakistan-based drone-dropped narcotics module in J&K’s Kathua district and seized about 150g of heroin from them. Kathua Police registered a case and booked the duo under the NDPS Act.Police received information about an episode of drone-dropping along the J&K-Punjab border near Kathua’s Nagri area and…
Ancient Mithila is located in the districts of Darbhanga, Saharsa, Madhubani, and a few others in modern-day Bihar. Indian festivals typically have their origins in mythical, religious, or Puranic stories. The narrative of Sama Chakeva is mentioned in the Skand Puran and Padma Puran. Several accounts of the celebration’s origin can be found in popular…
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present Budget 2026 for the ninth consecutive time and everyone is wondering what her red bahikhata might just be holding for the public. Expectations are high among taxpayers, businesses and other stakeholders, but many are not aware of what goes in making a Budget. The basic groundwork…
Today is a breath of fresh air, encouraging light-hearted moments with loved ones. Financial help from parents can make that new car dream a reality, while heartfelt conversations strengthen bonds. With work stress lifting, you can tackle your to-do list with ease. Remember to focus on savings and make wise choices for significant purchases to…
The average long-term US mortgage rate edged higher this week, ending a three-week decline as bond yields rose amid oil-price pressures linked to the war with Iran.The benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased to 6% from 5.98% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said on Thursday. A year ago, the average rate stood at 6.63%,…
