Mumbai: The Bombay HC on Wednesday granted bail to Sharad Kalaskar (33), who was convicted in May 2024 of the 2013 murder of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar.Kalaskar had filed an appeal before the high court against his conviction by the trial court in Pune and sought bail till its disposal. Justices A S Gadkari and R…
China’s economic growth rebounded more than expected in the first quarter, suggesting limited spillovers so far from the war in Iran but revealing few signs of turnaround in weak consumer spending. Powered by strong manufacturing and exports, gross domestic product expanded 5% from a year ago, the fastest in three quarters, according to a statement…
Reliance Jio Infocomm is reportedly close to filing draft papers for its long-awaited $4 billion initial public offering (IPO). According to a report by Financial Times, released on Wednesday, the filing is expected to come ahead of Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani’s annual address to shareholders at the company’s annual general meeting on Friday.If completed…
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday visited Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon for a routine check-up, a police source told news agency PTI.The former Congress president is at the hospital and will leave soon, the officer said.There was no comment from the hospital on the visit, PTI reported.Earlier, on March 25, Sonia Gandhi had…
Tucked high up in South Sikkim, where clouds roll lazily over forested slopes and prayer flags catch the mountain breeze, this place completely bypasses the frantic energy of Gangtok and the heavily trodden tourist trails of North Sikkim, offering something distinctly quieter. You’ll find an unexpected mix of dense woodlands, snow-draped peaks, age-old monasteries, and…
NEW DELHI: A startling new study warns that even a slight bump in blood pressure during your 30s could raise your risk of heart disease decades later.Researchers tracked nearly 6,000 adults for over 20 years and found that every 10 mm Hg increase in systolic blood pressure was linked to about a 20–22% higher risk…
NEET paper leak case: Accused Shubham Khairnar sent to judicial custody till June 6 A Delhi court on Sunday sent accused Shubham Khairnar to judicial custody till June 6 in connection with the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case.PTI reports that special Judge Ruchi Aggarwal has allowed the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) plea seeking Khairnar’s…
Andre Gide was a highly influential figure in world literature during the twentieth century. Born in 1869 in France, he was known for his bold thinking, deep exploration of human nature, and willingness to challenge social norms. Many of Gide’s books explored issues of personal liberty, independence, and authenticity, urging readers to question society and…
A few years ago, the idea of reviving extinct animals sat closer to speculative science fiction than anything investors would normally put money behind. Yet it has steadily been pulled into boardrooms, laboratories, and funding rounds at a scale that now feels difficult to ignore. At the centre of it is Colossal Biosciences, a company…
Portugal coach Roberto Martinez hugs Cristiano Ronaldo during an international friendly soccer match between Portugal and Nigeria in Leiria, Portugal, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Ana Brigida) Portugal’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign is set to begin under the shadow of a major decision that could reshape the national team beyond this summer. Roberto Martinez…