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MUMBAI: Despite a hike in retail fuel prices for petrol and diesel, stocks of oil marketing companies (OMCs) were deep in the red as market players said the price hike was not enough to offset daily losses these companies are incurring. Reports from Crisil and ICRA indicated that more price hikes are expected. Among the…
22.1 million excess deaths recorded globally between 2020 and 2023NEW DELHI: The Covid-19 pandemic caused an estimated 22.1 million excess deaths globally between 2020 and 2023, nearly three times higher than the seven million Covid deaths officially reported worldwide, according to the World Health Statistics 2026 report released by the World Health Organization (WHO).WHO said…
Image: AP, X@SiteTaiwanInfo Taiwan’s deputy foreign minister Chen Ming-chi on Saturday stated that the island remained committed to maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, while asserting that only the people of Taiwan could democratically decide the island’s future. The minister also said US arms sales to Taiwan were guaranteed under the Taiwan Relations…
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as the global second-in-command of the Islamic State group, had been killed in a joint operation conducted by US and Nigerian forces.In a statement, Trump said the operation was carried out at his direction and involved what he called a “meticulously planned and very…
Indian consumers may soon feel the pinch a little harder.Your budget could be heading for a price hike, even if the warning signs haven’t fully reached the grocery bill yet. Global analytics firm Crisil has flagged that a sharp surge in wholesale inflation may soon enter everyday household expenses, and today’s relatively soft retail inflation…
Shreyas Iyer (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) DHARAMSHALA: The debate surrounding Shreyas Iyer’s return to the Indian T20I squad has moved beyond the realm of “what if” and into the territory of “when”. As the BCCI selectors look towards the upcoming tours of Ireland and England, the conversation is no longer about a sentimental recall; it is…
CBSE backs on-screen evaluation process, introduces revised post-result review framework Two days after declaring the Class 12 board examination results, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Friday issued a detailed circular outlining a new post-result grievance redressal and re-evaluation framework under its recently introduced On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. The move comes amid concerns…
Harris Dickinson ties the knot with his long-time ‘Babygirl’! The cherished actor, who will be starring in the upcoming ‘Beatles’ biopic, said yes to forever with singer-songwriter Rose Gray on Wednesday. The childhood sweethearts had an intimate ceremony in Islington Town Hall, England, with their beloved friends and family. Harris Dickinson and Rose Gray got…
Kalyani Priyadarshan made a stunning Cannes debut in an elegant, deep-purple gown by Indian label Itrh. The strapless, shimmering creation, adorned with intricate beadwork, exuded timeless charm and understated glamour. Her refined styling, featuring delicate diamond jewelry and a fresh beauty look, perfectly complemented the outfit, celebrating Indian craftsmanship on the global stage. Cannes 2026…
Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) Rapper Kanye West’s India gig has been cancelled owing to security concerns raised by the Government of India. Rapper Kanye West’s India gig has been cancelled owing to security concerns raised by the Government of India.On Friday, the organizers of the gig took to their Instagram, and shared a note in…
