Javelin thrower Rinku and middle-distance runner Soumya celebrate after winning gold medals in their respective events. (Pic credit: X) NEW DELHI: India made a strong start to the Asian Para Games 2026, winning 11 medals, including four gold, five silver and two bronze, on the opening day to occupy fourth place in the overall standings…
Sugar stocks slip after govt’s latest ethanol procurement tender NEW DELHI: Sugar stocks turned sour on Monday, tumbling over 5% after the government halted sugar-based ethanol supplies for 2026-27.Bajaj Hindusthan Sugar led the losses among the listed companies, with its shares falling 5.22% to Rs 20.16 on the Bombay Stock Exchange in early trade. Dwarikesh…
Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026: 365 vacancies, application deadline on October 21 The application window for Indian Coast Guard Recruitment 2026 will close on October 21. Eligible candidates must submit their application forms by 5:30 PM on the deadline date. The recruitment drive aims to fill 365 vacancies under the Coast Guard Enrolled Personnel Test…
Woman quits her 9-to-5 job in Delhi and moves to Goa, opens up about the reality of starting over Moving to Goa after years in a corporate job may sound like an exciting change, but leaving a familiar life behind can bring its own set of worries. For one woman, the decision to walk away…
Numerology offers a way to understand the themes of each personal year in a nine-year cycle. Individuals can calculate their personal year for 2027, which emphasizes cooperation and patience. Each personal year has distinct themes and influences, from new beginnings to self-reflection. It is important to approach these years with awareness of their characteristics. Understanding…
‘God is good’: ‘New Kids on the Block’ singer Donnie Wahlberg thanks pilots after private jet carrying singer and his team runs out of runway and crashes into Las Vegas airport fence ‘New Kids on the Block’ singer and actor Donnie Wahlberg has reassured fans that he and his team are safe after a private…
India’s Rakshita Raju was disqualified from her bronze medal-winning position (Image: IANS) India’s Rakshita Raju was disqualified after initially finishing third in the women’s 1500m T11 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Monday, with compatriot Ravanni Valasanani promoted to the bronze-medal position following the decision.Rakshita, running alongside guide Tabres Khan, clocked…
Global container freight rates have surged by 130 percent Global container freight rates have climbed 130% since February 2026, with renewed tensions in the Middle East driving up shipping costs. India’s container-based export-import trade, however, continues to expand, according to a Jefferies report.The surge marks a reversal after a prolonged period of easing freight rates….
NIOS bridge course registration reopens on October 21; BEd-qualified teachers can apply till October 28 The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will reopen registration for its six-month certificate bridge course in primary teacher education from October 21. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms until October 28 through the official website, bridge.nios.ac.in.The registration window…
5 reasons some ordinary videos get millions of views online Ever come across a random Instagram reel and wondered how it has millions of views? Someone is making tea, a child is having a funny conversation with their parents, or a dog is refusing to move from the sofa. Nothing particularly special is happening, yet…
