Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi LUCKNOW: Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, special representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader in India, on Saturday said that recent efforts to advance Iran-US peace talks have failed after Washington allegedly deviated from a mutually accepted framework.Speaking at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow while en route to Delhi, Ilahi said Iran…
LUCKNOW: At least 89 people were killed after powerful thunderstorms, accompanied by lightning and strong winds, swept across Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, causing widespread destruction across several districts, according to an official state damage report.The worst-hit districts included Prayagraj, where 21 people lost their lives, Sant Ravidas Nagar with 14 deaths, Fatehpur with 11 deaths,…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday unveiled its ‘Payments Vision 2028’ document, outlining a roadmap that includes exploring electronic cheques, expanding regulatory oversight to digital platforms, and strengthening safeguards in the fast-growing payments ecosystem, PTI reported.The central bank said it will examine the introduction of e-cheques to combine the advantages of paper instruments…
A sharp divide has emerged at the ongoing World Trade Organisation (WTO) ministerial conference in Cameroon over the continuation of the e-commerce moratorium on customs duties, think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said on Saturday, reported PTI.It noted that while the US is pushing for a permanent extension of the moratorium, India and several…
Dating in the digital era feels like navigating a maze of swipes, situationships, and social media soft launches. Gen Z daters may have dating trends, but one is stealing hearts and getting them matches: petfishing. It’s the clever tactic where singles use their pictures with their pets on their profiles to look more cute, approachable…
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed revised plans for its club competitions after disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with key matches now set to be held in Saudi Arabia.Iran’s Tractor FC will travel to Saudi Arabia to face Shabab Al Ahli in a playoff. The winner will move into the…
NEW DELHI: Vaishnavi Adkar faced trial by fire on her Billie Jean King Cup debut before rain interrupted play in Sahaja Yamalapalli’s match at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi on Tuesday. When rain came pouring down, to stop play for good, Thailand led India 1-0 in the Asia/Oceania Group 1 tie.Yamalapalli was broken at…
India and the US are nearing a bilateral trade agreement, with negotiators reporting significant progress and only a few issues remaining. Discussions are described as positive and productive, focusing on market access and tariff alignment. This potential deal, aimed at boosting trade between the two nations, is expected to be a win-win, marking a key…
NEW DELHI: India on Thursday backed reforming the World Trade Organisation but underlined the need to retain the core focus on poor and developing countries and a consensus-driven decision-making process.“The necessary reform of WTO should be carried out through a transparent, inclusive and member-driven process, keeping development at its core, upholding the foundational principles and…
Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari KOLKATA: West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday decided to retain the Bhabanipur seat and vacate Nandigram after winning from both constituencies in the recently concluded West Bengal assembly elections.Suvendu had contested from his stronghold Nandigram as well as Bhabanipur, the constituency long considered a bastion of former chief minister…