NEW DELHI: US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer Tuesday said the India-US deal will be a very important one that will reverberate for years to come, while stating that India could be an alternative to China for American companies looking to diversify their production.“We know that many companies already are going in that direction. We want…
Indian chess star Koneru Humpy is considering withdrawing from the upcoming FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, which will be held in Cyprus. Her concern is mainly about safety because of the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran in the Middle East.The tournament location was decided in November last year, but the situation has…
Koneru Humpy (Photo by Lennart Ootes/FIDE). NEW DELHI: In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global chess community, India’s veteran Grandmaster (GM) and World No. 5 Koneru Humpy has now officially withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament in Cyprus. Citing a “Level 3” travel advisory and escalating tensions in the Middle East,…
Representative image (Picture credit: AP) India is set to challenge the proposed US tariffs on exports before the US Trade Representative (USTR) next week, arguing that findings related to alleged forced labour are legally flawed and could negatively impact American businesses and consumers.Representatives from the commerce ministry along with industry bodies including APEDA, FICCI, CII…
Pakistan fan’s hilarious reaction after Saim Ayub dismissal goes viral NEW DELHI: A hilarious moment from Pakistan’s match against England in the T20 World Cup went viral after a fan’s shocked reaction was caught on camera when opener Saim Ayub got out early at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Ayub was dismissed by…
Monkeys have grown increasingly comfortable around human homes, especially in places where neighbourhoods sit close to forested patches or green corridors. Many households now find monkeys jumping across roofs, exploring balconies or trying their luck around open windows. These encounters can feel surprising at first, yet they reflect a changing relationship between people and wildlife…
India’s Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) market is set for a significant upturn, with an estimated Rs 10.8 trillion growth opportunity emerging across office and retail segments over the next four years, according to a report by JLL, a real estate and investment management company.“The REIT sector [is] positioned for an additional Rs 10.8 trillion…
Delhi replaces Ladli scheme with Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, promises ₹1 lakh support for girls’ education Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a new financial support scheme for girls, titled Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, which will come into effect from April 1. The programme will replace the existing Ladli Yojana, launched in 2008, and aims to…
Alix Earle makes a cryptic post as Tom Brady prioritizes his family for Valentine’s Day.(Image via Phillip Faraone/Getty, Kevin Mazur/Getty) Tom Brady, the NFL legend, has dominated headlines over the last few years as he has strictly stayed away from any serious relationships in the public eye after his messy divorce in 2022.But now, he…
Eight core infrastructure industries recorded a modest expansion in November 2025, with overall output rising 1.8% year-on-year, supported by strong growth in cement, steel, fertilisers and coal, official data released by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry showed.The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI), which accounts for 40.27% of the Index of Industrial Production…