Fifty-two years ago, India detonated a nuclear device in Rajasthan’s Thar desert, codenamed ‘Smiling Buddha’. This event, coinciding with Buddha Purnima, marked India’s entry into the nuclear club. Despite being officially termed a ‘peaceful nuclear explosion’, the test ignited debate and reshaped India’s global standing, demonstrating scientific self-reliance and announcing strategic intent. NEW DELHI: On…
The price of bulk diesel sold to industrial users was hiked by about Rs 22 a litre on Friday, reflecting the spike in global oil prices amid conflict in the Middle-East, even as the rates of normal petrol and diesel remained unchanged.In Delhi, bulk or industrial diesel prices were raised from Rs 87.67 per litre…
Mini India has announced the pre-bookings for the new Mini Cooper S GP-inspired edition. Interested customers can book the car exclusively at their nearest Mini dealership. The new Mini Cooper S GP-inspired edition will be limited to just 30 units. The price announcement is expected soon, with deliveries scheduled to commence in May 2026. In…
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has directed all FASTag issuer banks to immediately verify vehicle registration numbers (VRNs) linked to FASTag accounts, aiming to improve the accuracy and reliability of India’s electronic toll collection system. Stricter FASTag verification: All you need to know In an official statement, the highway authority said the move…
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is expected to extend about $10 billion in financing to Pakistan over the next five years, according to a media report on Thursday. The Manila-based bank said the facility was part of its 2026-30 Country Partnership Strategy (CPS2026-30) launched on Wednesday.According to a report in the Dawn newspaper, the…
Varun Chakaravarthy (R) with KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: It was a night of personal glory for Varun Chakaravarthy, who etched his name into the record books with a special milestone for Kolkata Knight Riders, even as the team’s struggles continued in IPL 2026.The mystery spinner became the first Indian bowler…
NEW DELHI: Veteran Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has openly criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after the team’s recent poor performances. He also drew a stark comparison between player quality in the IPL and PSL.“If you look at the IPL, they’ve got many superstars in their league who make the league competitive. Teams there invest…
Rishabh Pant on right (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant admitted his side fell short despite posting a huge total against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, saying his struggling team now needs “some good luck” to turn things around in IPL 2026.LSG posted an imposing 228/5 after explosive…
NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the BJP and the Election Commission after the newly formed West Bengal government under Suvendu Adhikari appointed former chief electoral officer Manoj Agarwal as the state’s chief secretary.Taking a swipe at both the BJP and the Election Commission, Rahul…
Over the past few years, car buyers in India have started hearing a new term while checking out higher variants: ADAS. What was once limited to luxury cars is now appearing in more mainstream models. Vehicles such as the Mahindra XUV700, Hyundai Creta, Kia Syros and the Maruti Suzuki Victoris now offer these technologies in…