New Delhi: The government has hiked windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil to Rs6,000 per tonne, from Rs3,250 per tonne, with effect from Tuesday.The tax is levied in the form of Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED). The SAED on the export of diesel, petrol and jet fuel or ATF, has been retained at ‘nil’. … Read more
The fashion world is a nonstop runway of dazzling, enthralling, trendsetting events that pulsate with energy and unveil the latest creations. These occasions spark conversations, ignite trends, and propel the industry forward in a breathtaking display of creativity. From the larger-than-life spectacles of New York Fashion Week to intimate boutique launches, these occasions are more … Read more
Did you know that the Prabhas-starrer ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ created a tsunami of collections in its first weekend? However, from the fifth day, there was a noticeable dip in collections. On the sixth day, the collections further reduced. Despite this, it is remarkable that the gross collections have already exceeded the film’s budget. ‘Kalki 2898 … Read more
New Delhi: In a recent order, the Supreme Court has said that it was “incorrect” for the Orissa High Court to limit the period of bail of an accused booked under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act. A bench presided over by Justice J.B. Pardiwala was dealing with a special leave petition challenging … Read more
Gurugram: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has initiated strict action in the special cleanliness campaign being carried out under the Solid Waste Environmental Requirements Programme (SWEP). As part of this drive, while several teams deployed by the municipality are engaged in improving the cleanliness system of Gurugram, action has also been intensified against those … Read more
Unusual descriptions of South Indian food have gone viral on X (Photo Credit: X/ hvgoenka) Trying to describe regional Indian delicacies in English is not always easy. Attempting to use equivalent words or terms that represent the local dish can sometimes yield hilarious results. Recently, Harsh Goenka’s post on a similar matter took the internet … Read more
Sadfishing is faking online sadness to reel in sympathy and attention. Recent studies by scientists on human behavior show that “sadfishing” in social media is strongly linked to anxious attachment styles. “Sadfishing” refers to the act of exaggerating one’s emotional problems online so as to obtain sympathy and attention. The researchers found out that those … Read more
The incident reported took place around 4.30 am on Saturday. A Bronx woman reported a sexual assault to police. She said she woke up to find an unknown man in her apartment around 4:30 am on Saturday. The man reportedly entered the apartment through a window in her Wakefield residence on East 230th Street and … Read more
Washington: Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman Tahawwur Rana, who is sought in India for his involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack, is extraditable under the plain provisions of the US-India extradition treaty, a US attorney has told a federal court. Assistant US Attorney, Criminal Appeals Chief Bram Alden was making a closing argument before the US … Read more
NMDC Recruitment 2024: The National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, is inviting applications for various posts. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 82 positions. Eligible and interested candidates can apply by visiting NMDC’s official website, www.nmdc.co.in. NMDC Recruitment 2024: Vacancy Details … Read more
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh): Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary took off his turban on Wednesday in Ayodhya and placed it in Lord Ram Temple in fulfillment of a vow regarding Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Mr Chaudhary took a dip in the Saryu river here and dedicated his turban in the Ram Temple after shaving off his … Read more
A few days ago, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari made a startling announcement: the Union Government plans to eliminate petrol and diesel vehicles by 2034, replacing them primarily with electric vehicles (EVs). This bold move, touted as a step toward reducing carbon emissions and achieving climate goals, could lead India into a crisis of epic proportions … Read more