BJP releases manifesto ahead of polls (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday unveiled its manifesto for the Assam assembly elections 2026, outlining an ambitious mix of cultural, economic and governance promises aimed at consolidating its position in the state. The document, released by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, lays out 31 commitments under…
Bitcoin BTC$67,454.94 has jumped 2% this week, but shaky demand-supply dynamics and rising “real” interest rates could limit the rally. Last week, CoinDesk noted that inflows into spot ETFs have cooled, pointing to renewed institutional apathy. Further, stablecoin growth has stalled, signaling a lack of fresh fiat inflows. The figures look alarming compared to the…
The US-Israel war on Iran, which has prompted retaliatory strikes on US allies in West Asia, including the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, entered day 32 on March 31 The United States’ Gulf allies, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have reportedly urged US President Donald Trump to continue military action against Iran,…
A stampede broke out during prayers at Madhda Sheetla Temple, leaving several dead and injuring others. NALANDA: At least eight women died and six others were injured in a stampede-like situation at the Sheetala Mata temple in the Maghra area of Bihar Sharif on Tuesday morning.The incident occurred on the last Tuesday of the Chaitra…
UAE prolongs distance learning till April 17 for all schools, universities / Image: file The UAE has officially extended distance learning across all educational institutions until April 17, 2026, keeping millions of students out of classrooms for at least two more weeks.The decision was announced by the UAE Ministry of Education, which confirmed that the…
Akshay Kumar openly shared his feelings of insecurity when around well-educated people, jokingly pondering a return to academia. Yet, he confessed that the pursuit of knowledge doesn’t ignite his passion, often leaving him in tears over books. With sincerity, he urged his followers to admire educated individuals like Sonali, underscoring the critical importance of education…
April 2026 bank holidays: As April 2026 approaches, several banks across India will remain closed for national and state-specific holidays. Customers planning branch visits are advised to check holiday schedules in advance to avoid inconvenience. They should also plan for transactions like cheque clearances, large cash deposits, or demand drafts in advance. Banks will also…
Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni NEW DELHI: India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja marked his return to Rajasthan Royals in style, playing a key role in their emphatic eight-wicket win over his former team Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on Monday. But beyond his match-winning spell, it was his candid remarks on MS Dhoni that stole the…
Ravindra Jadeja (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals kicked off their IPL 2026 campaign in dominant fashion, registering a crushing eight-wicket win over five-time champions Chennai Super Kings at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Monday.During the high-intensity clash, among several key moments, one that stood out was Ravindra Jadeja’s animated celebration after…
Crushing on someone in the digital age is basically like being a full-time detective. Without the benefit of seeing a nervous fidget or a flirty smile in person, we’re left staring at a screen, trying to figure out if that “haha” was a polite pity-laugh or a “marry me” laugh. Since we can’t read minds…