‘Ukrainian women now form the backbone of many intelligence-gathering operations in Russian-occupied areas’ They are known as vidma in Ukrainian folklore, a word often translated as “witch” but rooted in the concept of knowledge and wisdom. A report by The Atlantic detailing Ukraine’s underground resistance network has revealed the growing role of female operatives in…
A middle-aged mother walking through a crowded city street, turning her head as if she has recognized a familiar voice. Image Credit: Gemini Many parents often say there are instances when one is in a crowd and, for a brief second, believes that they have recognised the voice of their offspring. This experience can come…
With the entry of the six MPs, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena now has 13 MPs in the Lok Sabha, making the party a key player within the BJP-led NDA. NEW DELHI: Tigers or traitors! Yes, you guessed it right. We are talking about the six Uddhav Sena MPs who crossed the political divide in Maharashtra…
Iran’s sanctions are spread across decades of US laws, presidential orders, international restrictions and thousands of blacklisted entities, meaning lifting them requires legal changes, political approval and renewed confidence from global banks and businesses. Iran stands to gain access to billions of dollars in oil revenues after the United States granted a 60-day sanctions reprieve…
Representative image. (Credit: ANI) MUMBAI: Graduates entering the work force are 44% less likely to be employed in the informal sector compared to those without a degree, according to a report published by Economic Advisory Council to the PM, which said education remains central to the formalisation of the economy.The report, “Formalization of Labour Market…
Siya posted an emotional message and a video featuring Agrawal on a social media platform on her birthday (R, image enhanced with AI) PUNE: The accidental fall of 25-year-old real estate firm director Ketan Agrawal from Lohagad Fort near Lonavla on June 18 has turned into a murder case, with Pune Rural police arresting his…
In an age where unique and modern names often dominate baby name lists, Anglo-Saxon names offer something different: history, meaning, and lasting appeal. These names have survived for hundreds of years because they carry stories of courage, wisdom, leadership, and resilience. Many parents today are rediscovering traditional names because they provide a connection to the…
According to the CFR, the comparison relies on incomplete data and fails to capture the sharp rise in China’s surplus since late 2024. China has understated the scale of its current account surplus through changes in the way its trade data is reported, allowing it to appear smaller than Europe’s and gaining acceptance for those…
NEW DELHI: Tigers or traitors! Yes, you guessed it right. We are talking about the six Uddhav Sena MPs who crossed the political divide in Maharashtra to be on the right side of power.Well, they were “Tigers” for Eknath Shinde, who boastfully claimed credit for successfully poaching six MPs from the rival Sena faction while…
Ex-British rugby star found dead in Italy hotel Former rugby league player Ricky Bibey was found dead in a luxury hotel room in Florence, Italy, after a violent confrontation with his partner, an inquest in the UK has heard.Bibey, who played for Wigan Warriors, Leigh Centurions, St Helens and Wakefield Trinity during his career, had…