Pakistan has expressed hopes to repay the remaining $1.5 billion of the total $3.5 billion loan to UAE by April 23. This comes ahead of an expected $1.2 billion disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), following recent discussions in Washington.Spokesperson for the State Bank of Pakistan, country’s central bank told PTI, “Pakistan has repaid…
NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin on Saturday trained his guns on the BJP-led Centre, accusing it of spreading “saffron lies” that surpasses even “blatant lies.”Addressing a rally in Tiruppatur, Stalin said, “Tamil Nadu has been given important places in all the rankings of the Union Government… Knowing all this, Union Minister…
NEW DELHI: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Wednesday called for a stringent nationwide law to curb illegal religious conversions, alleging that such activities pose a threat to national security.VHP joint general secretary Surendra Jain expressed concern over what he described as “continuous reports” of conversion-related activities, including allegations linked to corporate workplaces. Referring to an…
NEW DELHI: The Indian Overseas Bank has issued an official statement after a man in Odisha exhumed and brought his deceased sister’s remains to a branch in Keonjhar district on 27 April, in an attempt to withdraw money from her account, amid reports alleging misconduct by bank officials.In its clarification, the bank issued clarification on…
File photo (Picture credit: AP) Asian markets rose on Wednesday, following strong gains on Wall Street. Lower oil prices and renewed hopes for talks between the United States and Iran increased investor confidence.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 1.5% to a six-week high, while Japan’s Nikkei gained 1.2%, inching closer to its…
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav and others during a roadshow amid the ongoing West Bengal Assembly elections, in Kolkata. (PTI Photo) Kolkata: West Bengal CM and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee invoked on Monday memories of harassment during SIR queues, urging voters to “stand in…
Dispelling the myth that moisture directly boosts hair growth, experts clarify that hydration strengthens strands, preventing breakage. While hair growth originates internally, influenced by genetics and health, maintaining moisture ensures you retain existing length. This simple yet crucial practice helps hair appear longer and healthier by reducing damage and improving manageability. If you’ve spent even…
New Delhi: After months of negotiations, govt and auto industry on Thursday reached a consensus on the proposed CAFE-3 fuel efficiency norms, with companies agreeing to most of the draft circulated last week, even as concerns remain over meeting stricter emission targets by FY32.TOI has learnt that officials told industry representatives that the thrust of…
Speeding luxury bus overturned on the Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur, injuring over 60 passengers. LUCKNOW: In a road accident on Tuesday morning, more than 60 passengers were injured after a speeding luxury bus overturned on the Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur district. The bus, travelling from Ludhiana to Azamgarh, met with the accident around 6 am…
Tired of lingering kitchen smells? Forget chemical cleaners! A simple, eco-friendly trick involves freezing white vinegar into ice cubes. The kitchen has been tidied up, the counter has been wiped, and you have even managed to light your favourite fragrance, but some unpleasant smell refuses to leave. This usually comes from a place right below…