Government removes ‘bonus’ clause for early completion of NH projects in hill states NEW DELHI: In its bid to ensure quality construction of highways in hills, govt has removed the ‘bonus’ incentive for early completion of projects in hill states. The road transport ministry has also mandated that newly cut slopes withstand at least one…
Korean proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) A word seems like such a small, weightless thing. You say it, it disappears into the air, and that should be the end of it. An old Korean proverb warns that it is not nearly so simple. Words have no wings, it says, but they…
NEW DELHI: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Dalvir Singh Kala, a close aide of party chief Sukhbir Singh Badal, was shot at and injured by an unidentified motorcycle-borne assailant in Punjab’s Mansa district on Monday evening, police said.The incident took place in Bareta town when Kala, a former Zila Parishad member, was preparing to leave…
Is there a solution to Delhi pollution? Delhi, the heart of India, is fast turning into a city that cannot breathe. As pollution levels climb — AQI touching 226 (Poor) — the Commission for Air Quality Management has once again triggered Stage-I GRAP, pointing to “unfavourable meteorological conditions”. It’s a familiar script—one that the capital…
Varun Chakravarthy (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a must-win IPL 2026 clash at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur. KKR, currently eighth on the points table with four wins, five losses and nine points, need victories in all their remaining matches to keep…
Chennai: Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni and Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane during the toss before an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 T20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, in Chennai. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar) *** Local Caption *** Mahendra Singh Dhoni‘s leadership has often…
Korean proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) People often like proverbs because they do something unusual. They take very large ideas and reduce them to a few simple words. Sometimes a single line manages to explain things people spend years learning through experience. This Korean proverb feels like one of those sayings….
Siliguri is an important link between northeast India and the rest of the country. Its location, good transport network, and economic significance have ensured its consistent rise in the real estate sector. The availability of affordable housing, popularity of gated communities, and increasing immigration make it an ideal place for investment. The real estate scenario…
Meryl Streep’s homes reflect her acting style, blending art, craft, and beauty. Her Manhattan penthouse featured modern artworks complementing its sleek design, while her Connecticut estate includes a sculptor’s studio, fostering a creative, art-centered lifestyle. Both residences showcase art as emotional anchors, deeply integrated into her life. Meryl Streep’s homes are as quietly thoughtful as…
Lil Tjay sparked online backlash after briefly posting and deleting screenshots of private messages allegedly involving Kai Cenat’s ex-girlfriend, Gigi Alayah. Fans criticised the rapper for exposing personal conversations, while others defended his actions amid ongoing tension with Cenat. The streamer has not publicly responded, and the controversy has already reignited debates about clout-chasing, celebrity…