NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday defended its decision to temporarily restrict access to Telegram, telling the Delhi high court that the messaging platform was being systematically misused by organised networks and that it would place “shocking” material before the court on Thursday.Appearing for the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought a day’s adjournment, saying…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday confirmed that G7 leaders has agreed to provide additional air-defence support, strengthen Ukraine’s energy resilience and impose fresh sanctions on Russia, as Kyiv seeks to bolster its defences against Moscow’s invasion.Speaking after the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, Zelenskyy welcomed the commitments and described the gathering as an important…
Operating profits of Indian airlines are expected to decline 10-15 per cent this fiscal year as elevated aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, airspace restrictions and rupee depreciation caused by the Middle East conflict weigh on the sector, a Crisil report said on Wednesday.The rating agency estimated that the combined operating profit of domestic airlines could…
Producing green hydrogen has always required two separate machines: solar panels to generate electricity and an electrolyser to split water using that electricity, both of which add cost, maintenance, and often a grid connection. A four-person spin-off from Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology says it has found a way to skip the middle step entirely….
Rakesh Bedi has been the talk of the town ever since the release of Aditya Dhar‘s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’. The veteran actor won immense praise for his performance as Jameel Jamali in the Ranveer Singh starrer. Recently, at an event Bedi spoke about his character and if Aditya Dhar had revealed the suspense of his…
The house feels lighter today, and so do you. The Moon softens your domestic zone, while Jupiter casts a helpful glance on property matters, so home conversations flow without the usual sparks flying.Family meals, small repairs, even deciding where to place that old cupboard, all seem easier. If there’s been conflict about chores, shared space,…
The University of Kerala has released the first seat allotment list for FYUGP 2026 today, June 17, 2026. Candidates who applied for admission can check their allotment status on the official website.Along with the first allotment, the university has fixed June 20, 2026 as the last date to pay the online confirmation fee and confirm…
Korean proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Korean proverbs are precious pieces of traditional knowledge inherited from one generation to another. Proverbs often emphasise the values of hard work, patience, humility, and resilience. While many Korean proverbs are short and simple, they frequently carry deeper meanings about life, relationships and personal growth.One such proverb is:…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes a stunning catch (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again grabbed the spotlight, this time with his brilliance in the field, producing a stunning catch during India A’s emphatic 101-run victory over Afghanistan A in the Tri-Nation Series.While the 15-year-old couldn’t make the most of his start with the bat,…
US President Donald Trump offered strong praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, saying India would continue to play a major role on the global stage as long as PM Modi remained in office.Speaking in Évian-les-Bains when asked whether he expected India to play…