Divya Deshmukh (Image credit: FIDE) NAGPUR: “I am sure it will happen sooner than later.” Divya Deshmukh, fresh after becoming world junior girls chess champion, had oozed confidence about playing the Candidates. That was June 2024.Last July, Divya qualified for the 2026 Candidates by becoming India’s first women’s World Cup winner while earning the Grandmaster…
NEW DELHI: The Centre’s move to slash excise and impose windfall tax on diesel and aviation fuel will leave it poorer by around Rs 1.3 lakh crore if the energy crisis due to the West Asia conflict persists for a full year.An early resolution will reduce the pressure on oil prices and consequently on govt…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a special assessment scheme for declaring Class 12 results for students studying in West Asian countries. This decision has been taken due to the current situation in the region. Exams cancelled due to safety concerns CBSE said that Class 12 board examinations scheduled from March 16,…
On March 28, 2026, India opens the Noida International Airport—one of the country’s most ambitious greenfield aviation projects. It is about more than just easing air traffic; it is reshaping the region’s economic map. Developed by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (a subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG) in partnership with the Uttar Pradesh and…
There are certain traits that are unique to each zodiac sign that help define its personality. At the start of the day, wouldn’t it be nice to know what the universe has in store for you? See if today is going to be a lucky day for you.ARIESToday is all about actions, not words. A…
Veteran actor James Tolkan, celebrated for his iconic roles in ‘Top Gun’, ‘Back to the Future’, and ‘Miami Vice’, has passed away at 94. The beloved performer, who served in the Korean War before embarking on a prolific acting career spanning decades, died peacefully at his New York home. His extensive filmography includes ‘Serpico’ and…
Tiger Woods (Image credit: AP) NEW DELHI: Car crash, arrest, mug shot released, and multiple rules allegedly violated – golf legend Tiger Woods found himself in serious trouble after being arrested on a charge of driving under the influence (DUI). Woods was taken into police custody after his Land Rover rolled over on a two-lane…
NEW DELHI: Govt on Friday moved a fresh bill to decriminalise provisions across 79 central laws as part of its efforts to make life simpler for businesses and individuals.Govt officials said along with amendments to the Companies Act, which are currently pending in Parliament, as well as the new income tax law, the overall decriminalisation…
PNB Apprentice result 2026: The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the PNB Apprentice result 2026 on its official website, Punjab National Bank official website (pnb.bank.in). Candidates who appeared for the apprentice recruitment examination can now check the list of provisionally shortlisted candidates.The result has been declared following the bank’s advertisement dated February 6, 2026,…
Zinnia plants are quite hardy and less likely to be attacked by pests or suffer from diseases like fungi or mildew. However, it is always a good idea to keep a watchful eye on the plants and protect them from pests and diseases by spraying neem oil solution on the plants whenever necessary. Growing zinnia…