'Poorly designed': ICMR on BHU Covaxin safety study

The Indian Council of Medical Research Director General Dr Rajiv Bahl on Monday criticised a recently published study on the long-term safety analysis of the Covaxin in adults and adolescents for......

New all-in-one vaccine may prove effective against all coronaviruses

A team of scientists from the world's leading universities has developed a new all-in-one vaccine that they hope can protect humans against a broad range of coronaviruses, including ones that are......

ASI crushed to death by tractor-trolly used for illegal sand mining in MP

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) has been crushed to death by a tractor-trolley used for transporting illegally mined sand in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district, a police official said on Sunday.......

Major tragedy averted as driverless goods train runs from J-K to Punjab

A diesel locomotive-hauled freight train travelled more than 70 km from Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua to a village in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district without its drivers on Sunday, officials said.......

As challenges ease, cement firms remain bullish

The March quarter (Q4) of the ongoing financial year (FY23) may see cement companies report better financial numbers as input costs ease, pricing action resumes, and cement demand remains firm.......

India has lost 25.3 million jobs since January

Employment fell by 2.5 million in February, 0.1 million in March, 7.4 million in April and then by 15.3 million in May, explains Mahesh Vyas. IMAGE: A factory in New Delhi after after the......

Looking to invest in mid and small-caps?

The BSE Midcap and the Small-cap Index have run up 25.3 per cent and 31.3 per cent respectively over the past year.Valuations are no longer cheap, notes Sanjay Kumar Singh. Illustration: Dominic......

Durable makers end 2020 at record low, sales down 30% amid Covid-19

The Rs 1.5-trillion-a-year industry has ended the year with a 30 per cent fall in sales because after a steady recovery in the festive season, multiple factors dashed its hopes of revival at the......

Rare Appeal: Remembering Smita Patil

Smita Patil died 36 years ago today, December 13, leaving behind a rich haul of films that showcase her enormous ability to offer us a glimpse into her soul each time she performed a role. IMAGE:......

'Rahman Sir believes in the magic of music'

'Rahman Sir is still very wide-eyed when it comes to creating a new song.''He still thinks about it as if it is his first song.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Shilpa Rao/Instagram As a singer, Shilpa......

November Story review

The shortcomings are too many to overlook, but November Story is definitely a one-time watch, says Prateek Sur. November Story is one of the few Indian Web shows in recent times to invoke a sense......

'Did you ever imagine oxygen will become such a priority in people's lives?

'Today, saving lives needs to take precedence.' IMAGE: A senior citizen on oxygen support sits inside an autorickshaw outside a COVID care centre at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital in......

WFI Elections: Brij Bhushan loyalist to bag the top job?

Sanjay Singh, the Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh loyalist, on Wednesday exuded confidence of sweeping the much-delayed Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) elections, saying the fraternity knows who......

Asian Games 2023 Schedule

The 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou officially opens on Saturday, September 23. While some events like football, rowing and volleyball have already begun, the other big-ticket sports start over the......

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

A round-up of the fourth and final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Delhi batter Dhruv Shorey reacts after being dismissed for 136 off 177 balls on Day 4 of the......

Ranji: Karnataka beat Railways, Mumbai-HP tie rained off

A summary of the day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Ronit More bagged six wickets in the second innings in Karnataka's 10-wicket victory over Railways in the Ranji......

Ranji: Bengal, Delhi battle for points after rain-hit day

A summary of Wednesday's play in Ranji Trophy matches across the country. IMAGE: Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar, centre, celebrates with teammates after dismissing Delhi's Anuj Rawat on Day 3 of their......