1.7 tonnes of cocaine, meth and opium seized/Image: Ontario Provincial Police A major cross-border drug trafficking investigation in Canada has led to the seizure of nearly 1.7 tonnes of suspected narcotics worth more than C$139 million, with over a dozen Indian-origin men among the 21 people charged, according to Canada Border Services Agency.The year-long operation,…
Independence Day Speech (PTI Photo)(PTI08_14_2026_000107B) Every August 15, students across the country step up to the microphone to speak about India’s Independence Day. They recall the courage of Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose, Rani Lakshmibai, Sardar Patel and countless other freedom fighters whose sacrifices shaped the country’s journey to independence.But remembering their contribution…
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw turned career rejection into Biocon and a global biotechnology success story Most students believe that the degree they choose determines the career they will eventually build. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw’s life tells a very different story. She studied to become a brewmaster, dreamt of working in breweries, and prepared herself for a profession that ultimately…
NEW DELHI: England and Argentina are set for another blockbuster FIFA World Cup clash as they meet in the 2026 semifinal at Atlanta Stadium. Ahead of the mouth-watering clash, former England winger Joe Cole backed the Three Lions to stop the Argentina captain and book their place in the final.Speaking on The Rest is Football…
Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne. (AP Photo/Mosaraf Hossain) Marnus Labuschagne has been left out of Australia’s ODI squad for the upcoming tours of Zimbabwe and South Africa, raising more questions about his future in the national team.The batter had a poor run during Australia’s recent ODI series in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Although he finished the Bangladesh campaign…
Picture Credit: Instagram Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan will be seen together in the upcoming psychological thriller ‘Haiwaan’. Directed by ace filmmaker Priyadarshan, the makers have unveiled the theatrical release date of the film. ‘Haiwaan’ release date Akshay Kumar took to his Instagram account to reveal brand new posters from the film….
Kylian Mbappe (PTI Photo) England signed off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with the bronze medal after beating France 6-4 in a thrilling third-place playoff at Miami Stadium on Saturday. Speaking after the match, Mbappe admitted France failed to match England in the opening half but praised his teammates for fighting back after the…
DU allows colleges to offer UG admission based on Class 12 marks The University of Delhi (DU) has allowed select colleges to begin undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic session based on Class 12 marks instead of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) scores.The admissions will be based on merit. However, candidates will have to meet…
Punjab PTI Teacher Recruitment 2026: Application deadline today, check eligibility and PET requirements Punjab PTI Recruitment 2026: The Education Recruitment Directorate (ERD), Punjab, will close the online application window for Physical Training Instructor (PTI) posts in the Primary Cadre today, August 31, 2026. The recruitment drive covers 2,000 vacancies under Advertisement Number E-888608/2026208471.The notification was…
Last day to apply for NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026; submit applications for 500 vacancies before deadline today NICL Assistant Recruitment 2026: The National Insurance Company Limited (NICL) will close the online application process for the recruitment of 500 Assistant (Class III) posts today, August 7, 2026. Eligible candidates who have not yet completed the registration…
