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Govt hopes to put Maha Kumbh Mela on global tourism map

The ministry of tourism is beckoning people to visit Prayagraj and explore the Maha Kumbh Mela that begins from Monday. Expected to host over 40 crore devotees from across the globe, this 45-day......

Over 2,000 cases of attack against Hindus in Bangladesh: Report

The Centre for Democracy, Pluralism and Human Rights (CDPHR) on Friday presented a report on the state of minorities in Bangladesh following the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August......

Bengal minister Firhad Hakim defends Muslim population remarks

Firhad Hakim, a senior minister in West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress, has defended his remarks on the Muslim population in the state and India, saying he is a diehard secular and patriotic......

Intimidation culture exists in Bengal medical colleges: Students to panel

The West Bengal health department has received numerous complaints from students regarding the prevailing "threat culture and irregularities in the examination system" in various government......

Bengal junior doctors resume 'total cease work'

Junior doctors in West Bengal resumed an indefinite 'total cease work' on Tuesday, escalating protests over the state government's "failure" to address key demands including enhanced hospital......

Godrej Properties to gain from strong land portfolio, demand outlook

GPL's pipeline for H2FY25 has a gross development value of Rs 15,000 core including projects in Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Pune and Hyderabad. Photograph: Courtesy, Godrej Properties Expansion......

Top 8 housing mkts see 5% dip in sales in Q2

Housing sales declined 5 per cent in the July-September quarter across the top eight cities due to a fall in new supply and sharp appreciation in prices, according to PropTiger. Illustration:......

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

The central government’s Great Nicobar development project, proposed around an unprecedented transhipment port, will be executed to keep environmental impact minimal, and is essential as it......

'Budget Hasn't Addressed Real Economy Issues'

'Generating employment requires a shift in policy.''If not, the country will face economic, social and political challenges in the coming years.' IMAGE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrives......

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

'We emphasise the importance of not basing investment decisions solely on electoral outcomes.' 'Instead, focusing on investing in high-quality businesses capable of prospering regardless of the......

The Ban Baaja Baraat

The Kerala Story is among a long list of films that invited bans and censorship. The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Uttar Pradesh government announced on May 9, 2023 that the film The Kerala Story......

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

IMAGE: Mohammed Shami bowls in the nets during India's practice session at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. Photograph: Mohammed Shami/Instagram Fit-again pacer Mohammed Shami's comeback will be......

The 'Starc reality' of high-stakes final

IMAGE: Mitchell Starc with Shah Rukh Khan after their win over SRH in the IPL final. Photograph: BCCI A man of big games! He may have faced a lot of backlash after a torrid start to the season,......

SRK demands Rinku Singh in T20 World Cup squad!

My personal wish is that Rinku Singh makes it to T20 World Cup: Shah Rukh Khan IMAGE: Shah Rukh Khan is delighted at Rinku Singh’s rise after having faced many obstacles on his road to......

Sunil Chhetri: The backbencher and prankster who will finish on top

IMAGE: Sunil Chhetri will drop curtains on his illustrious career on June 6 at the Salt Lake Stadium when India take on Kuwait. Photographs: Ibraheem Al Omari/Reuters Football was not very close......

Is Kookaburra To Blame For High Scores?

IMAGE: Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler and Avesh Khan celebrate after winning the game against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.Rajasthan pulled......

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