NEW DELHI: Petrol bombs were hurled at an RSS office in Jharkhand’s Ranchi in the early hours of Wednesday, with opposition leader Babulal Marandi cautioning that this was “preparation for a bigger incident”.Marandi said the matter had been brought to the notice of the district administration.“At around 12.36am, two men threw petrol bombs at the…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Pic credit: BCCI) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi found himself at the centre of another talking point on Wednesday after the India A opener survived on nought following a contentious third-umpire call during the 5th match of the Tri Nation A Series in Sri Lanka against Afghanistan A.The 15-year-old, who has endured a modest series so…
NEW DELHI: India’s defence production touched an all-time high of Rs 1.78 lakh crore in the financial year 2025-26, registering a 15.6% increase from Rs 1.54 lakh crore in the previous fiscal and more than doubling from Rs 84,643 crore recorded in 2020-21, the government said on Tuesday.According to data released by the ministry of…
The department of war announced Tuesday that the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will officially restore its name to the US Pacific Command (USPACOM), reversing the 2018 decision to rename it.Originally established on January 1, 1947, by then-President Harry S Truman, the command operated under the USPACOM banner for over 70 years, standing as the oldest…
Google has officially launched Android 17, rolling out its latest operating system upgrade to Pixel smartphones first, with other eligible Android devices set to receive the software throughout 2026. The latest update focuses on productivity, entertainment and advanced security – as the company detailed on The Android Show last month. Google also teased that select…
Iran’s Ramin Rezaeian (23) waves to fans after the World Cup Group G match against New Zealand in Inglewood, near Los Angeles. (AP Photo) WASHINGTON: In a dazzling display of footballing resilience, Iran’s national football team managed a creditable 2-2 draw against New Zealand in Los Angeles. It was a remarkable feat, considering the squad…
Country names often arrive carrying layers of history that are easy to overlook. Some preserve the memory of dynasties, some echo ancient tribes, and others trace their roots to geography that predates written records. Hidden among them is a small Caribbean nation whose name stands apart for an unusual reason. Saint Lucia is widely regarded…
When a tap leaks or a wall cracks, the question that follows is almost inevitable: who is responsible, the landlord or the tenant? India’s Model Tenancy Act, 2021 provides a clear framework that answers this.Landlord’s responsibilityBoth the landlord and tenant are required to keep the rented premises in as good a condition as it was…
This trend focuses on connecting indoor spaces with balconies, gardens, or terraces through large windows and open transitions. It enhances ventilation, natural light, and lifestyle comfort. Homes with strong indoor-outdoor connections are highly desirable, especially in urban areas where access to nature is limited. Interior design trends are no longer just about aesthetics – they…
A small plane crashed onto a highway in southern Texas late Tuesday night (local time), prompting an emergency rescue operation as flames erupted from the aircraft and crews rushed to free those trapped inside, AP reported.The crash occurred shortly after 10pm in the city of Laredo, according to Jose Baeza, an investigator with the local…