Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Ambassador Sergio Gor to discuss ways to expand the trade relationship between India and the United States.Goyal confirmed the talks in a statement on X, confirming discussions on trade expansion. “Hosted US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick & US…
Many older adults struggle with sleep as their brains fail to switch off, a study reveals. Insomniacs’ brains remain alert due to a flattened circadian rhythm and persistent sequential thinking, preventing emotional and cognitive disengagement. This hyperarousal keeps minds active when they should power down, impacting overall brain function and well-being. Strategies to retrain the…
Sri Lanka cricket team (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former captain Kumar Sangakkara did not hide his anguish after Sri Lanka crashed out of the T20 World Cup, admitting there was “a lot of hurt all round” and warning that the nation risks falling behind if urgent changes are not made. Sri Lanka’s campaign ended in…
The requirement to blend ethanol with petrol has been introduced to lower dependence on imported crude oil and curb emissions. (AI image) The sale of ethanol blended petrol has been made compulsory effective April 1, 2026. The government has made it mandatory to market petrol blended with ethanol at levels of up to 20% and…
Image: Screenshot/Instagram Actress Rashmika Mandanna is making headlines with her highly anticipated wedding to longtime partner Vijay Deverakonda. The couple, who sparked romance on the sets of ‘Geetha Govindam’, recently confirmed their wedding, dubbing it marriage of “VIROSH.” Now in Udaipur for wedding festivities at ITC Mementos, all eyes are on Rashmika’s low-key family—especially her…
Jasprit Bumrah (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah stands on the verge of a monumental milestone as he needs just three wickets to reach 500 international scalps, a feat that could coincide with one of the most crucial matches of India’s T20 World Cup campaign. The must-win clash against Zimbabwe in Chennai…
In a recent letter to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs chairperson, Radha Mohan Das Agarwal, the Trinamool Congress’s Rajya Sabha MP Derek O’Brien flagged “persistent underutilisation” of funds allocated to the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), citing schemes failing to reach the targeted number of beneficiaries in the region besides…
Children’s health is increasingly impacted by urban air pollution, leading to a rise in lung problems and respiratory infections. Tiny PM2.5 particles penetrate deep into developing lungs, causing irritation and potentially permanent damage. Families managing asthma face frequent attacks, highlighting the urgent need for systemic pollution control measures beyond individual actions. In many cities today,…
Churchill Brothers FC were initially crowned champions by the AIFF New Delhi: Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have jointly rejected the proposal floated by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to include Churchill Brothers in the ongoing season. The clubs have argued that such a move, with the 2025-26 season underway, will be “inconsistent with…
Fatima Sana Shaikh captivated at the Navbharat Times Utsav, winning an award for her versatile performance. She chose a classic black Torani saree, exuding timeless Bollywood glamour with delicate embroidery. Her understated styling, featuring a deep V-neck blouse and minimal gold jewelry, allowed the saree to shine, proving tradition’s enduring power and effortless elegance. Bollywood…