RBI tracking compilation of new global standards of macroeconomic data to set standards for India
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is closely tracking the developments of the compilation of new global standards of macroeconomic statistics, highlighted RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, at the 18th Statistics Day Conference in Mumbai on Friday. The governor said that the new standards will help in the calculations of the national accounts and […]
Uproar in both houses on NEET, Lok Sabha adjourned for day, chaos in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi: The opposition continued its strident pitch on the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination with the Congress and other parties demanding a discussion on the floor of the house. With the government insisting on first completing the motion of thanks to the presidential address both houses were adjourned with the Lok Sabha adjourned […]
Taiwan issues travel warning amid Beijing’s threats
Taipei: Taiwan has advised its citizens against traveling to China, Hong Kong, and Macao following Beijing’s threats to execute supporters of Taiwan’s independence. Liang Wen-chieh, spokesperson for Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council, issued this warning in response to increased tensions with China, which views Taiwan as part of its territory and has refused to engage with […]
AARC Webinar Shines Spotlight on Use of Recycled Plastic in Food & Beverage Packaging
New Delhi: The Action Alliance for Recycling Beverage Cartons (AARC) recently organized a pivotal webinar titled “Use of Recycled Plastic Content in Food & Beverage Packaging.” The event gathered a diverse array of stakeholders, including industry leaders, regulatory bodies, sustainability experts, and environmental enthusiasts from several countries. This webinar was particularly significant in light of […]
Hina Khan diagnosed with stage three breast cancer
Mumbai: Popular TV personality Hina Khan on Friday revealed that she has been diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. The actor, known for starring in long-running TV serial “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai”, shared the news in a post on Instagram. “Hello Everyone, to address the recent rumour, I want to share some important news […]
Delhi’s peak power demand grew 3.8x on hot and humid days in last 12 months: Report
New Delhi: Delhi recorded a sizable jump in temperature-related electricity demand in the last 12 months, with peak demand rising by an average of 711 megawatts (MW) on the hottest and most humid days, according to a new analysis published on Friday. The report by the independent think tank Institute for Energy Economics and Financial […]
Manisha Koirala drops adorable pic with mother Sushma Koirala
Mumbai (Maharashtra): Veteran actor Manisha Koirala, who recently made a comeback with the web series ‘Heeramandi,’ posted a touching picture with her ‘best friend’–her mother, Sushma Koirala. Taking to her Instagram account on Wednesday, Manisha dropped a picture, showing the two posing for the cameras at a recent event. In the picture, both she and […]
T20 WC: Team India arrive in Barbados ahead of final match against South Africa
Bridgetown: Rohit Sharma-led Team India arrived in Barbados ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024 final match against South Africa at the Kensington Oval. The Men in Blue stormed into the final of the marquee event after beating England by 68 runs at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday. South Africa confirmed their place […]
LS adjourned as opposition pushes for discussion on NEET, Rahul Gandhi leads charge
New Delhi: Following the paper leak controversy around the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for medical undergraduates and the cancellation of UGC-NET due to “lack of integrity,” the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, demanded a discussion on NEET in Parliament, adding that the discussion must happen “respectfully.” “Yesterday, all the leaders […]
Dire need to combat drug addiction, only 1 in 11 addicted get treatment: UNDOC
New Delhi: Highlighting the dire need to combat drug addiction, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime said there is a concerning rise in global drug use and the emergence of potent new synthetic opioids. Synthetic opioids are substances that are synthesised in a laboratory and that act on the same targets in the […]
