NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs condemned the attack on Kuwait airport on Wednesday which killed an Indian national. It called upon the parties to cease strikes on civilian population and civilian infrastructure.“We condemn the attack on the Kuwait International Airport today in which an Indian national has died and several of our nationals...
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‘We are real opposition’: Expelled TMC leader Ritabrata claims speaker’s nod to rebel group
NEW DELHI: In a major setback for Mamata Banerjee, expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee claimed on Wednesday that assembly Speaker Rathindra Bose had appointed him as the leader of the opposition in the state assembly. Ritabrata further claimed that the Speaker has accepted the rebel group’s claim for legislature party status“We are real and...
Delhi fire tragedy: What India’s fire safety rules actually require
Photo credit: AP A massive fire erupted at a hotel in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar, killing at least 21 and injuring several others, on Wednesday morning.The restaurant reportedly had only a single entry-exit route, raising concerns about the lack of adherence to fire safety rules in India.The incident has once again brought the spotlight on fire...
American software giant Intuit becomes S&P 500’s worst performer this year
American software giant Intuit has become the worst-performing stock in the S&P 500 this year, as investors worry that a new wave of AI-powered tax services could challenge the company’s flagship TurboTax business. The company’s stock has fallen about 51% so far in 2026, even as CEO Sasan Goodarzi continues to defend the company’s AI-focused...
‘Punjab focused more on…’: Sachin Tendulkar explains PBKS’ downfall
Punjab Kings (ANI Photo) Punjab Kings looked unstoppable during the opening phase of IPL 2026. Under Shreyas Iyer’s leadership, the franchise stormed through the first half of the season without losing a game, collecting 13 points from their opening seven matches and establishing themselves as early title favourites. However, their campaign unravelled just as quickly...
Licensed for 6 rooms, running 25: Delhi hotel fire kills 21, including 17 foreigners
NEW DELHI: Seventeen foreign nationals were among the 21 people who lost their lives in the fire that swept through a hotel in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar on Wednesday. Most of the victims were reportedly from Liberia, Nigeria, Mozambique and Bangladesh, officials said.Police officials told PTI that the hotel had permission to operate only six rooms...
Indian national killed in Iranian drone attack on Kuwait airport
Smoke rises from Kuwait international airport after a drone strike (AP photo) An Indian national was the victim in the attack on Kuwait airport by Iranian drones earlier on Wednesday.“Embassy of India in Kuwait expresses its deepest condolences at the tragic demise of an Indian national due to an attack on the airport in Kuwait...
Congress stages unity show in Karnataka: DKS takes oath with Sidda on stage
NEW DELHI: Congress leadership sought to project a message of unity and smooth transition in Karnataka on Wednesday as DK Shivakumar took oath as the state’s new chief minister. With Constitution in one hand, Shivakumar took the oath while sharing the stage with outgoing chief minister Siddaramaiah, alongside the party’s top brass.The swearing-in ceremony, attended...
Country over IPL? Pat Cummins leaves 2027 participation in doubt
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s skipper Pat Cummins (ANI Photo) Australia captain Pat Cummins has hinted that he may skip IPL 2027 as he weighs up his workload during what is shaping up to be one of the busiest periods of his career. The Australian team faces a demanding calendar next year, beginning with a four-Test tour of...
Why TMC revolt is about Abhishek Banerjee, not Mamata
NEW DELHI: The rebellion within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has deepened over the past week, with rebel MLAs backing expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee for the post of leader of opposition and drawing comparisons with Maharashtra’s Shiv Sena split.But a closer look suggests the revolt may be less about challenging Mamata Banerjee‘s leadership and more about...
