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Budget as instrument for women's empowerment

As the Union Budget draws near, it would be appropriate to look at the importance of gender-responsive budgeting (GRB) to give us an idea of how much of the budget is being used for promoting women's empowerment.

Two Judges Shot Dead at Iran's Supreme Court

Two judges were killed in a shooting attack on Saturday at the Supreme Court building in Tehran, state media reported.

U.P.'s Most Wanted Guddu Muslim Suspected to Have Fled to Dubai

He is accused in the Feb 2023 Umesh Pal murder case and carries Rs 5 lakh reward on his arrest

Why Ahmedabad?

There are cities better qualified, better prepared, more eager – and more in need – of a megawatt event like the Olympics

Why No Kavi Sammelan During Mela, Asks Writers' Body

Uttar Pradesh Sahitya Sabha, a body of literary figures in the state, has expressed disappointment over the absence of any kavi sammelan (poets' gathering) event during the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Canada's foreign minister promises 'Trump tax' on US in response to tariffs

Americans will be hit by a \"Trump tariffs tax\" if the US president-elect increases customs duties on Canadian products, the Canadian foreign minister said on Friday, pledging a hard-hitting response in any trade war.

Gaza Ceasefire to Begin on Sunday, After Israeli Government's Approval

A ceasefire in the Gaza war will begin on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. (local time), mediator Qatar said on Saturday after Israel's Cabinet voted to approve the truce and hostage-prisoner release deal.

TikTok Ban in US Looms as Trump Seeks Ways to Delay It

TikTok says it will \"go dark\" in the United States on Sunday, threatening access to the app for 170 million users, unless the government provides assurances that a law mandating its sale or ban won't be used to punish service providers.

Somewhere Rover the rainbow

A matchbox coffin for a fly who once lived in an office; a headstone for a messenger pigeon; a snail who 'lived life well'... a new book documents unusual memorials for beloved animals

3 Bodies Found From Collapsed Coal Hopper in Odisha Plant

The bodies of three missing labourers were on Saturday recovered from the debris of a collapsed coal hopper on the premises of a cement plant in Sundergarh district of Odisha after a 36-hour rescue operation, police said.

For Naga sadhus, their weapons are symbols of 'peace', 'security'

Calling them 'weapons of peace and security,' Naga sadhus have given pride of place to trishuls (tridents), bhalas (spears), farsas (axes), chimtas (tongs), swords, bows and arrows at the Mahakumbh Mela in keeping with an ancient tradition, offering pilgrims and visitors a rare glimpse.

Unhealthy and Unacceptable: Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt Slams Conditions at India Open

Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt has slammed the conditions of the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium which is hosting the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament, while also terming the national capital's pollution level as \"unhealthy and unacceptable.\"

'Pretty crazy': Tien youngest since Nadal into Melbourne last 16

Teenage qualifier Learner Tien said it was \"pretty crazy\" after becoming the youngest man to reach the Australian Open fourth round since Rafael Nadal in 2005 when he overcame Frenchman Corentin Moutet on Saturday.

Cops In Saif Case: Suspect Bought Earphones After Attacking Actor

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Issues that will come under Trump 2.0 fire

At times, the best way to understand the future is to raise questions about it. You may not have the answers, but you will, at least, identify the concerns. This should prepare you for what to expect as the future unfolds.

Moderna Gets $590 Million From U.S. To Develop Bird Flu Vaccine

The US government has awarded Moderna $590 million to advance the development of its bird flu vaccine, as the country doubles down on efforts to tackle increasing infections in humans.

Mahakumbh Festival of Indian Culture: Rajnath

Defence minister Rajnath Singh termed the ongoing Mahakumbh as a festival of Indian culture and spiritual experience of Sanatan Dharma, one based on the ancient Vedic astronomical event.

Gaza Ceasefire to Begin on Sunday, After Full Israeli Nod

A ceasefire in the Gaza war will begin Sunday morning at 0630 GMT, mediator Qatar said on Saturday after Israel's cabinet voted to approve the truce and hostage-prisoner release deal.

Sinner surges into last 16, Swiatek crushes Raducanu

Defending champion Jannik Sinner raced to victory at the Australian Open on Saturday to sweep into the last 16 as Iga Swiatek demolished Emma Raducanu.

Annihilating caste in universities & colleges

Tweak the 2012 Promotion of Equity Regulation to expand its jurisdiction, and ensure better enforcement of its existing provisions

RG Kar Case: Roy 'Guilty', Says Court

Case that shook the nation

Indian Culture Shines as NRIs Set to Host 'Mahakumbh' in the US

Even as millions of people visit the Mahakumbh from the corners of the country as also the globe, there are many, settled on foreign shores who could not come to the homeland.

I thought children's books may become irrelevant... But they're still going strong

David Walliams, best-selling author of children's books like Gangsta Granny, The World's Worst Children and Ratburger, is in India on his first book tour.

EPFO Relaxes Norms for Transfer of Funds, Change Personal Details

Over 76 million members of retirement fund body EPFO can now change personal details like name and date of birth online without any verification by the employer or approval by EPFO with the rollout of a new facility on Saturday.

Probe Half-Done, Several Others Still Free: RG Kar Victim's Parents

A day before a court in Kolkata is set to deliver its verdict in the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case, the parents of the victim doctor alleged that the investigation is half-done as others involved in the crime are roaming free.

Gukesh to Take on Anish Giri in Tata Steel Opener

World champion D Gukesh will take on local star Anish Giri in the opening round of the 87th Tata Steel Chess tournament here on Saturday, marking his first competitive outing since claiming the coveted crown last month.

Congress needs to focus on politics, not polemics

BEWILDERINGLY, THE CONGRESS LEADERSHIP IS PULLING THE PARTY INTO IDEOLOGICAL SQUABBLES THAT HAVE LITTLE TO NO RESONANCE WITH REGULAR VOTERS

Wipro's net profit zooms 24% to ₹3,354 crore in Q3

IT services company Wipro on Friday reported a 24.4% year-on-year rise in its consolidated net profit for the just-ended December quarter at about ₹3,354 crore.

Man Who Stole From Ex-MLA Looted By ‘Auto-Rickshaw’ Gang

A man who stole cash worth Rs 1 lakh from the house of a former MLA a few days ago and was absconding was himself looted by the members of an \"auto-rickshaw gang\" the same day in Agra, police said.

Fired-up Djokovic sends Melbourne warning, Osaka bows out with injury

A \"hot-headed\" Novak Djokovic sent an Australian Open warning to join Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev in the last 16 on Friday, but Naomi Osaka's bid for a third Melbourne crown is over with injury.