The United States has emerged as India’s largest LPG supplier so far this month. (AI image) In wake of the Middle East conflict, India’s Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) imports have dropped sharply this month, falling to nearly half of February levels and extending the decline seen in March, according to shipping data. At the same…
The United States renewed an offer of $100 million in humanitarian aid to Cuba, saying the assistance would be made available if Havana cooperates with Washington as the island struggles through a worsening economic and energy crisis marked by prolonged blackouts and fuel shortages.In a statement issued on Wednesday, the US state department said the…
Taylor Swift is reportedly facing mounting stress while planning her wedding with Travis Kelce, as tight scheduling, public leaks, and complex logistics take a toll. At one point, she even considered changing plans to maintain privacy. Despite sleepless nights and pressure, the couple remains focused on creating an intimate, meaningful ceremony while balancing Kelce’s NFL…
NEW DELHI: India’s workforce is facing a sharper disruption than the rest of the world’s — but is also adapting faster, with 86% reporting major workplace changes in the past year, far above global levels, and 89% actively building new skills to stay relevant.Exclusively accessed by TOI, the 2026 Human Progress Report by ETS (Educational…
A French-owned container ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a possible sign that Iran may no longer view France as a hostile nation after President Emmanuel Macron criticised US President Donald Trump’s stance on the conflict.The Malta-flagged Kribi, owned by French shipping group CMA CGM, crossed the strategic waterway on April 2, according to MarineTraffic…
CHENNAI: Veteran actor Rajinikanth on Sunday addressed a press conference at his residence in Poes Garden, Chennai, clarifying his political position amid criticism surrounding his recent meeting with MK Stalin.Rajinikanth said he was “extremely shocked” on hearing about Vijay becoming the chief minister. He added that he is no longer active in politics and has…
Donald Trump’s sudden decision to pause a US-led effort to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz may have been driven by growing anger from key Gulf allies, particularly Saudi Arabia, according to a report by NBC news.The report said Trump’s “Project Freedom” announced abruptly on social media on Sunday caught several Gulf nations off…
File photo: US President Donald Trump with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday thanked US President Donald Trump for extending the ceasefire in the ongoing Iran conflict, expressing hope that the move would create space for a lasting peace agreement.In a post on X, Sharif said, “On my personal behalf…
At the Delhi International Film Festival, esteemed actor Piyush Mishra celebrated Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’, referring to it as ‘true cinema’ and dismissing any notions of propaganda surrounding it. He commended its remarkable screenplay. Additionally, notable figures in the industry such as Rajinikanth, Allu Arjun, and Alia Bhatt have also expressed their admiration for the…
Kotak Mahindra Bank founder Uday Kotak said India must cut its reliance on foreign capital and build a strong domestic pool of long-term risk capital to become truly self-reliant.Speaking at an event organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry, Kotak said a “truly Aatmanirbhar” nation is one that “does not need to depend on somebody…