The discovery that an ordinary potato can become an effective energy source after a little tweaking was made by researchers at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, who conducted a study published in Smithsonian Magazine. After boiling a potato for eight minutes, they were able to cause cell membrane ruptures within the potato’s internal structure, which…
VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid (AFP Photo) In the cauldron that was the Eden Gardens in March 2001, John Wright — the first foreigner to coach India — witnessed the ebb and flow of the Test, with all its drama, emotion and sheer improbability. Twenty-five years later, the New Zealander tells TOI from Christchurch, of…
NEW DELHI: DCM Shriram said it will receive $90 million from International Finance Corporation, the World Bank Group’s private sector arm, through sustainability-linked non-convertible debentures. Proceeds will fund expansion of its chemicals business. Source link
The Government of India has decided to cancel the strategic disinvestment of IDBI Bank. As per the sources, the disinvestment has been cancelled as the financial bids received from investors were lower than the reserve price set for the sale transaction. The decision was taken after reviewing the bids submitted by the shortlisted bidders. For…
Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma, who led Mumbai Indians (MI) to five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles, is set to return to competitive cricket in the upcoming IPL season starting March 28. Legendary Indian spinner and former MI player Harbhajan Singh believes Rohit should remain actively involved on…
NEW DELHI: Sadanand Date assumed charge as executive director at Sebi on March 4 to head the investigations department. Date is a 2007-batch IPS officer. Prior to joining Sebi, he was on central deputation to CBI, where he served in several key roles, including SP in the anti-corruption branch. Source link
Union minister of commerce and industry Piyush Goyal on Friday held talks with Yeo Han-Koo, trade minister of South Korea, to explore ways to strengthen economic ties, boost bilateral investments and deepen supply-chain collaboration between the two countries. The meeting focused on expanding trade engagement and reinforcing the broader economic partnership between India and South…
NEW DELHI: Fitch Ratings on Friday raised India’s GDP growth forecast for current fiscal and the next to 7.5% and 6.7%, and projected global crude oil price to average $70/barrel in 2026. Fitch had, in Dec, projected India’s GDP growth for current fiscal at 7.4%. Source link
Abhishek Sharma (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s star opener Abhishek Sharma found himself at the centre of heavy criticism during the T20 World Cup 2026. The left-hander endured a disastrous start to the tournament, failing to open his account in the first three matches as he registered three consecutive ducks.In the lead-up to the final,…
BENGALURU: Britannia Industries said its manufacturing operations have not faced any significant disruption due to industrial gas supply concerns linked to the conflict in West Asia, issuing a clarification after market rumours triggered enquiries. The company said it has adequate levels of finished goods. Source link