NEW DELHI: Voting for the high-stakes 126-member Assam assembly elections will be held on Thursday, April 9, with most constituencies set to witness a direct contest between the BJP-led NDA and the opposition alliance led by the Indian National Congress.The Bharatiya Janata Party is aiming for a third consecutive term in power, while the Congress…
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is proposing crypto rules that could quietly expand the definition of custody, potentially sweeping in platforms and software providers that don’t consider themselves custodians. The FCA published its Cryptoasset Perimeter Guidance on Wednesday, which includes a few technical traps for firms handling clients’ crypto assets. The rules draw a…
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ enjoyed otherworldly success at the box office in its second weekend in theaters.The Universal and Illumination sequel added USD 69 million from 4,284 theaters in the U.S. and Canada, according to studio estimates Sunday. That brings its running domestic total to USD 308.1 million. The film performed exceptionally well across…
Elon Musk participated in a phone call on Tuesday between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, an unusual instance of a private citizen joining a discussion between two heads of state during an ongoing geopolitical crisis, reported New York Times.The inclusion of Musk, confirmed by US officials, comes months after a reported…
NEW DELHI: Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday accused the BJP-led Union government of attempting to reduce Tamil Nadu’s political representation under the pretext of the proposed women’s reservation, as he addressed an election rally in Paramakudi and stepped up campaign promises ahead of the polls.Alleging a “betrayal” of southern states, Stalin said the…
Nearly 208,000 pairs of heated socks sold at Costco are being recalled after 13 reports of first- and second-degree burns, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. While the socks are designed to keep toes toasty during cold weather, they pose a burn risk when subjected to a combination of heat, friction, moisture and…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: When will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi make his India debut? Should he already be part of the national set-up? When will fans see him in the India jersey? These questions are dominating conversations across social media.Sooryavanshi’s record-breaking IPL performances have sparked calls for an early India cap, but spin great Anil…
Growing independence is essential for children, however, parents understand the price it comes with. Sharp replies like, “Why should I?” or “You always say that” are some of the signs. While these may look disrespectful, parents must know a better way to deal with their child in such a situation instead of getting enraged. Spiritual…
After the underwhelming reception of ‘War 2’, Adita Chopra’s production house is shifting gears towards a captivating romantic epic. This intriguing venture, dubbed a classic narrative reborn, is still in its early stages and boasts a star-studded cast. Fans can look forward to an official reveal on September 27th, signaling a revitalizing return to romance…
The Middle East is considered a hub of global aviation, providing connectivity between Asia, Europe, Africa, and America, with some of the busiest air transit points in the world. For millions of air travelers, especially those traveling from India, Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi have always been major air transit points. However, airspace restrictions, geopolitical…