On August 2, 2006, the temperature in Massachusetts hit 99 degrees with 65% humidity. New Englanders cranked up their air conditioners and fans like never before, setting an all-time record for electricity use on the regional grid. Historically, New England has suffered from some of the highest retail electricity costs in the US. But about…
A large portion of Indian exports of these products already attract antidumping and countervailing duties in the US. India has approached the World Trade Organisation (WTO) over the Donald Trump administration’s move of announcing safeguard tariffs of 25% to 55% from August 15 for quartz surface products.India approached the WTO on August 14 seeking consultations…
Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the British monarch, is undergoing its biggest infrastructure upgrade in decades as Britain races to preserve one of its most iconic historic properties for future generations.Under the £369 million Reservicing Programme, engineers are replacing ageing electrical wiring, plumbing, heating and communications systems that have served the palace for…
72nd National Film Awards: Jr NTR celebrates Telugu cinema; ‘Pushpa’ actor Allu Arjun says, ‘Celebrating the very best of Indian cinema’ The announcement of the 72nd National Film Awards turned into a proud moment for the South Indian film industry. Several Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam films secured major honours across categories.Among the biggest winners, ‘Article…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. (Photo: ANI) NEW DELHI: Urging public sector banks (PSBs) to develop a long-term banking relationship with the youth, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman Tuesday said they should adopt a “lifecycle” approach and aim to become the preferred financial partner across different life stages of an individual — from campus to career…
Pakistan crowd during a cricket match Former Pakistan Test spinner and ex-chief selector Iqbal Qasim has criticised the current generation of cricketers, saying too many young players are more focused on earning money than improving their skills and understanding of the game.Qasim, who played 50 Tests and served on the national selection committee several times,…
Last chance to apply for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026; registration closes today for 1,853 vacancies RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway (NCR), Prayagraj will close the online application window for the RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 today, August 7, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications for…
Katy Perry is living her teenage dream with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The lovebirds, who have been holidaying in the South of France, stepped out once again on Sunday, and didn’t shy away from the PDA as they spent a day at the beach.The star couple, who have been dating for a year,…
Oscar Wild needs little introduction. His wit was legendary, his plays are still some of the most performed comedies in the English language and his only novel, The Picture of Dorian Grey, continues to provoke readers more than 130 years after its publication. Oscar Wilde knew how to cram uncomfortable truths about society, love, vanity…
The approval rate for EB-1A, the US green card category meant for individuals with extraordinary ability, has dropped sharply in FY26. In a big hit for Indian techies, the approval rate for the visa that is one of the routes to US green cards has seen a sharp drop. The approval rate for Indian applicants…
