Global stock markets advanced on Monday while oil prices fell sharply after the United States and Iran reached a tentative agreement to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, raising hopes of easing inflationary pressures and restoring the flow of crude oil.The S&P 500 rose 1.5%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained…
For generations, farmers have relied on a combination of manual labour, herbicides and pesticides to protect crops from weeds and pests. Now, artificial intelligence is offering a radically different approach. In California’s Salinas Valley, often called America’s Salad Bowl, autonomous robots equipped with AI, high-resolution cameras, lasers and UV light are helping growers tackle some…
TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse.A case has been registered at the Banjara Hills Police Station in Hyderabad after a film actress lodged a complaint against a casting director, alleging cheating, harassment, and criminal intimidation. According to police officials, the complaint was received on the night of June 12. The actress, who…
On some June mornings, the question arrives before the tea does. Is Adhik Maas over today, or tomorrow? Can we restart postponed family work now? And if Mithuna Sankranti falls the same day, which custom takes priority at home?That confusion is familiar because this is one of those calendar moments where a sacred extra month,…
The Joint Admission Committee (JAC), Delhi, has announced the Round 1 seat allotment result for 2026 counselling after 5 PM on June 15. Candidates can access their allotment status on the official portal using JEE Main login credentials. The result reflects institute and branch allocation based on merit, preferences, category, and seat availability. The Joint…
Will Rogers was an American actor, writer, humorist and social commentator who became one of the most beloved public figures of the early twentieth century. Born in 1879 in Oklahoma, Rogers gained fame through his wit, wisdom and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His observations on society, politics and human…
India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in a verbal exchange with some Sri Lanka A players after the end of their One-Day tri-series match in Dambulla on Monday, following a tense finish that was decided in a Super Over.The incident took place after the final ball of the Super Over. Chasing 19 for victory,…
NEW DELHI: In another big step in missile development, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday conducted a successful flight-test of Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. All the test objectives were fully met, as per the data captured by various tracking instruments…
TOI correspondent from Washington: There was a time when a presidential evening at the White House meant chamber music, state dinners, and deep conversations about nuclear disarmament and trade deficits. Now it apparently means a UFC fighter grabbing a microphone to thank President Trump for having “the balls to put some sh1t like this on,”…
India and the UK are working to resolve outstanding issues that have delayed the implementation of their free trade agreement, with both sides holding discussions to operationalise the pact signed in July last year, PTI reported.Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said an Indian team is already in London to take forward the discussions and ensure that…