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Royal archives unlocked for first authorised biography of Queen Elizabeth II / Image: File For the first time since the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, her private papers are being opened to an authorised historian, marking a significant step in documenting the life of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.Anna Keay, a respected historian and…
India’s merchandise exports declined 7.44% year-on-year to $38.92 billion in March as disruptions in key trade routes amid the Middle East conflict weighed on outbound shipments.Imports also fell 6.51% to $59.59 billion from $63.75 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting the impact of tensions affecting routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, according to government…
Gold and silver prices tumbled on Sunday, hitting their lower circuit levels in futures trade, ahead of Union Budget 2026-27 presentation. Gold futures for April 2, 2026, delivery fell Rs 9,140, or 6%, to Rs 1,43,205 per 10 grams, while silver futures for March 5, 2026, delivery dropped Rs 17,515, or 6%, to Rs 2,74,410…
Shanti Mantras are chants for peace that people often use to relax. “Om Shantih Shantih Shantih,” which is often said at the end of meditation sessions, asks for peace on three levels: physical, mental, and spiritual. People think that saying it over and over will make them and the world around them more peaceful. The…
What happened on 12th January in history: The most significant events over the years Every day in history has its own set of stories, extending well beyond what happens in that one day. It may be days remembered for their political decisions and their revolutionary findings, while there may be days that mark important events…
Aries: You may feel pulled in many directions today but remember, you can’t give your best if you don’t put yourself out there. Say “no” where you have to. It is not rude to set boundaries, it is prudent. Don’t overwork yourself at the office only to prove yourself. Guard your time from distractions that…
The idealist will love it if international affairs are governed by morality; the cynic believes that there is no morality between nations. India’s foreign policy, however, is beyond idealism and cynicism; it is also light-years away from realism, that golden mean between idealism and cynicism. It belongs to another cosmos. India’s vote against the UN…
Sri Lanka on Sunday raised fuel prices by around 25 per cent, marking the second increase within a week as the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy markets, news agency PTI reported.The price revision, effective from midnight, comes as tensions triggered by joint US–Israel strikes on Iran and retaliatory action by Tehran…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ has taken the Bollywood world by storm, setting a new benchmark as the first film to cross the Rs 1000 crore net mark. A heartwarming dialogue between Dhar and cinematographer Vikash Nowlakha exemplifies the power of teamwork behind the lens, underscoring Nowlakha’s instrumental contribution to…
London’s benchmark FTSE 100 index crossed the 10,000-point mark for the first time on Friday, scaling a fresh all-time high on the opening trading day of 2026, extending the strong momentum built over the past year.In early deals, the UK’s top-tier index — home to heavyweights such as BP, Vodafone and HSBC — rose 1.0…
