Mumbai: As the process of identifying bodies of victims in the Air India 787-8 Dreamliner plane crash begins, families of the victims in Mumbai and Mumbai Metropolitan Region, where a majority of the cabin crew lived, are faced with the hard task of retrieving the remains of their loved ones by matching DNA samples. These…
US consumer sentiment improved in June for the first time in six months, according to preliminary data released Friday by the University of Michigan, offering signs of economic stabilization as inflation remains subdued and trade tensions with China temporarily ease.The university’s closely watched Consumer Sentiment Index jumped to 60.5 in June from 52.2 in May…
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the admit cards for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2025 through a press note dated June 13, 2025. The mains exam, scheduled for June 21–22, is the crucial second stage after the prelims and is mandatory for candidates shortlisted for Geologist, Geophysicist, Chemist, and Hydrogeologist positions….
Kerala high court slams Centre over indecision on Wayanad loan relief KOCHI: Kerala HC on Friday pulled up Union government for its delay in taking a definite stand on granting loan waiver to those affected by the July 2024 landslides at Chooralmala and Mundakkai in Wayanad. The Centre cited omission of a relevant section in…
With over 100 digital services live 24/7, MoHRE’s AI now grants work permits in seconds/ Image: UAE MoHRE The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has unveiled a major leap in its digital transformation strategy, introducing fully automated, AI-driven work permit services as part of its mission to deliver best-in-class services for both private…
Assam: 70 families shifted after blast, gas leak at ONGC rig DIBRUGARH: A massive explosion followed by an uncontrolled gas leak at a rig under Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)’s Rudrasagar oilfield in Assam’s Sivasagar prompted the evacuation of 70 families to a relief camp at Bongaon, as authorities struggled to contain the crisis…
Dr. Vassily Eliopoulos suggests five habits to protect the brain from cognitive decline, which can start as early as your 30s or 40s. Prioritize 7-9 hours of quality sleep, engage in 30 minutes of daily exercise, and get sunlight exposure to regulate your circadian rhythm. Keeping the brain sharp and focused is important for overall…
CHENNAI: An important narcotics case here fell apart after the prosecution submitted a key witness’s statement only in Hindi-without any Tamil or English translation-leaving the court unable to understand its contents. The city court acquitted the accused, Nag Narayan Prasad from Kolkata, citing a lack of admissible evidence. Besides, there were a host of other…
Bengaluru: In an attempt to pre-empt any discrepancies in the population numbers of their castes and subcastes, the dominant communities of Vokkaligas and Lingayats are embarking on their own caste surveys ahead of the state govt’s fresh socio-educational survey for which dates are yet to be announced.Vokkaligara Sangha president Kenchappa Gowda said the community has…
Amid a sharp spike in global crude prices following Israel’s airstrike on Iran, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said Friday that India has adequate energy supplies for the coming months and continues to navigate global energy volatility through a well-calibrated strategy.Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the minister…
