File photo: US Vice President JD Vance (Picture credit: AP) US Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel to Islamabad by Tuesday morning for high-stakes talks with Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, as a fragile ceasefire approaches its expiry, according to an Axios report.The visit comes at a critical juncture, with US…
Oil prices declined on Tuesday, reversing sharp gains from the previous session, as expectations of imminent US-Iran peace talks eased concerns over prolonged supply disruptions from the Middle East.Brent crude futures fell 95 cents, or 1%, to $94.53 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for May dropped $1.54, or 1.72%, to $88.07….
Water scarcity is emerging as a major threat in contemporary agriculture, necessitating the development of innovative means by which every drop of water should be put to use efficiently. Previously, irrigation was done through a universal method, in which all the trees were watered, thus causing inefficiency at times due to wastage. Luckily, an innovation…
Director Rathna Kumar, known for films like ‘Meyaadha Maan,’ ‘Aadai,’ and ‘Gulu Gulu,’ is back with his next project titled ’29 The Film’. Vidhu and Preethi Asrani play the leading roles in the film. The story revolves around the life of a 29-year-old man: his trials, tribulations, experiences, and feelings. The makers have officially announced…
Harness the energy of Saturn and Mercury today to bolster your focus and discipline—perfect for anyone chasing academic goals or career advancements. As Venus showers us with affection, relationships flourish, creating an atmosphere ripe for trust and intimacy. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to make assertive choices, though careful planning is essential to navigate challenges. The day…
COHSEM exam result 2026: The Council of Higher Secondary Education, Manipur has released the Manipur Board Higher Secondary Examination (HSE) Class 12 result 2026 today, April 20, 2026. Students who appeared for the board exams can now check and download their provisional marksheets from the official websites.However, soon after the result was announced, many students…
Unpleasant towel odours stem from bacteria surviving washes and spreading between items, with specific species like Moraxella osloensis identified as culprits. Overusing detergent also leaves residues, creating a breeding ground for microbes and potentially irritating skin. There is nothing worse than emerging from a shower after washing yourself clean and reaching for a freshly laundered…
Renault Global CEO Francois Provost outlines India roadmap. Renault has laid out an aggressive future plan for India, with the French carmaker aiming to make the country one of its top three global markets by 2030. The announcement was made by CEO Francois Provost, as the company shared details of its upcoming product launches, new…
Indian players celebrates the dismissal of South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder during the first Test in Kolkata in November. (AP) New Delhi: The Indian cricket team faces a packed international calendar after the IPL 2026 concludes on May 31, and the management will monitor workloads before finalising squads for the subsequent assignments. With only a few…
It is a piece of cloth, a gesture of respect among Tamil people. But over the years, the melthundu — ‘mel’ meaning upper, ‘thundu’ meaning cloth — has come to mean much more than that. Forbidden at one point for particular communities, later reclaimed as a mark of protest, and now reimagined in party colours,…