Government mulls doubling safeguard duty on steel from 12% to 24% NEW DELHI: The government is evaluating the possibility of increasing the safeguard duty on steel to as much as 24%, from the current 12%, amid concerns that Chinese goods may enter the market and hurt Indian steelmakers.“We have received complaints of Chinese players trying…
The Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals match abandoned. (IPL | X) Persistent rain forced match officials to call off the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Monday.SRH now have seven points from 11 matches and are out of contention for the playoffs, while DC moved…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the registration process for the National Teachers Eligibility Test (NTET) 2025, aimed at postgraduates in Indian systems of medicine and homoeopathy aspiring to become educators. The examination is scheduled for July 17, 2025.Aspirants seeking to appear for the exam must possess postgraduate qualifications in disciplines such as Ayurveda,…
Trump blocks foreign students from entering Harvard over security concerns In a sweeping proclamation issued Wednesday evening, Trump barred the entry of foreign students under Harvard-hosted student and exchange visitor visas, citing national security concerns. The order, effective immediately, suspends new admissions under the F, M, and J visa categories, halting the arrival of students…
NEW DELHI: India’s white-ball captain Rohit Sharma has finally addressed questions surrounding his future in One Day Internationals (ODIs). In a candid conversation with senior journalist Vimal Kumar, Rohit made it clear that while he’s not done just yet, he’s very aware of when to walk away. The veteran opener emphasised his evolved approach to…
Virat Kohli and Rahul Vaidya The off-field buzz during IPL 2025 has taken a dramatic turn with social media accusations by singer Rahul Vaidya towards cricket superstar Virat Kohli and his fans grabbing the spotlight. While Kohli leads the Orange Cap race with 505 runs from 11 matches, it’s not just his batting that’s trending…
For the premiere of The History of Sound, Aishwarya chose a handwoven Kadwa ivory Banarasi saree, by Manish Malhotra paired with a handwoven tissue drape, a look rooted deeply in Indian textile heritage. The ensemble was accessorised with an imperial heirloom of rubies from Manish Malhotra Jewellery, and the finishing touch, a dash of sindoor,…
University of Oregon receives record $25 million for global studies amid rising US challenges University of Oregon’s new global studies school receives record $25 million gift amid rising US international challengesThe University of Oregon has received a record-setting $25 million donation from Jordan Schnitzer and the Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation, marking the largest…
Aditi Swami of India (Photo by Dean Alberga/Handout/World Archery Federation via Getty Images ) NEW DELHI: Indian compound archers failed to secure positions in medal rounds during the Archery World Cup Stage 3 individual category competitions on Friday.Following their impressive performance in Shanghai, where India claimed second position behind South Korea with two gold, one…
Cameron Skattebo (via Getty Images) New York Giants first-year running back Cameron Skattebo became the focus of an unintended NFL tempest—nothing on the field, but for seemingly not knowing anything about the league’s greatest legends. In one recent video making its rounds on the internet, Cameron Skattebo can’t recognize NFL legends from their pictures, kicking…
