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When Paradise comes closer

During our village school days, while we used to graze our cattle on the vast rice field, we often witnessed a glowing range of hills on the northern horizon illuminated by the evening sunlight; it was the Land of the Thunder Dragon, officially known as the Bhutan Kingdom in the eastern Himalayan foothills.

Has the Meitei community been let down by those who speak for them?

The Meitei tribal community likely admires individuals who consistently represent them in various media spaces.

When Paradise Comes Closer

Assam and Bhutan share an enduring bond, a relationship nurtured over centuries through cultural, historical, and economic exchanges, commented Sarma, adding that the ancient trade routes connecting the two geographical territories were not merely conduits for goods like tea, silk and other commodities but were lifelines of mutual understanding and interdependence.

Renewable Energy Capacity Addition in India Increases by 113 pc in 2024: Centre

India added about 30 GW (Gigawatt) of new renewable energy capacity last year, 113 per cent higher compared to 13.75 GW added in 2023, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Foreign investors withdrew over ₹22,000 crore from Indian equities

In January so far, foreign investors have withdrawn Rs 22,194 crore from Indian equities.

Maha Kumbh Likely to Generate Over Rs 4 Lakh Crore in Trade, Boost India's Economy

As Maha Kumbh sets to begin in Prayagraj at the holy confluence of the revered Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers from Monday, the largest religious congregation on Earth is anticipated to generate more than Rs 4 lakh crore in trade in a significant boost to India's economy.

Mega Entrepreneurship Development Conclave in Pune on Monday

The Centre is organising an Entrepreneurship Development Conclave, themed \"Empowering Entrepreneurs: Transforming Livestock Economies\" on Monday in Pune.

Market cap of top 50 APAC firms hits record $8.1 trillion in 2024, India third

Led by technology companies, the total market capitalisation of top 50 firms in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region surged to $8.1 trillion in 2024, reflecting a 20.6 per cent year-on-year increase, according to a new report.

India Stock Outlook: Inflation Data, Q3 Earnings on Investors' Radar

Last Friday, Nifty fell 573 points or 2.39 percent to close at 23,431, and Sensex fell 1,844 points or 2.33 percent to close at 77,378

Finance Ministry to Meet Heads of Banks on Wednesday

The Finance Ministry is set to review the progress of various financial inclusion schemes as it has called a meeting of the heads of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) on Wednesday.

Market valuation of 5 of top 10 most-valued firms tumble over ₹1.85 trillion

The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most-valued firms tumbled Rs 1,85,952.31 crore last week.

CII Puts Forward 10-Point Suggestion for Union Budget 2025

Ahead of the Union Budget, the industry body Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has put forward a 10-point specific suggestion before the central government to increase Ease of Doing Business.

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Unveils New Underground Missile Base: Report

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new underground missile base, local media reported.

Indian-origin MP bows out of Canada PM race, won't seek re-election

Anita Anand has bowed out of Canada's prime ministerial race and announced that she won't seek re-election to parliament either.

North Korean Troops in Ukraine Gain Battlefield Experience, Cementing Alliance With Russia

For weeks, Ukrainian troops braced for an unfamiliar enemy: North Korean soldiers sent to bolster Moscow's forces after Ukraine launched a lightning-fast incursion and seized territory in Russia's Kursk region over the summer.

Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises Amid Fierce Winds

Five of the deaths were attributed to the Palisades Fire and 11 resulted from the Eaton Fire

Israeli delegation to travel to Qatar for hostage deal with Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed a senior delegation to depart to the Qatari capital, Doha, to continue advancing a deal with Hamas to release the Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip.

I was an Indian in my previous life, says Italian Yoga instructor Emma at Mahakumbh

The grandeur and spiritual significance of the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj continue to attract visitors not only from across India but also from around the world.

UP's 100-Day Intensive TB Campaign Identifies 9,340 Cases in First Month

Under the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, a 100-day intensive tuberculosis (TB) campaign is underway across Uttar Pradesh.

Plan to establish Al Qaeda training camp in Jharkhand uncovered

The Delhi and Jharkhand Police have uncovered a plan to establish a training camp for the terrorist organisation Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS) on Nakata Hill, located at the border of Ranchi and Latehar districts in Jharkhand.

Youth can make parliamentarians discharge their duties: VP Dhankhar

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said here on Sunday that the youngsters can make parliamentarians and public representatives discharge their constitutional duties.

BJP Will Win Milkipur Assembly Bypolls With Record Margin: UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathak

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has claimed that the BJP would win the Milkipur by-election with record margin and said the HMPV virus which is spreading rapidly in the country is a mild virus.

UP govt's herculean efforts enable 2 lakh devotees to bathe hourly at Sangam Nose

The newly expanded triangular area, referred to as Sangam Noj, has created a bathing zone accessible from three sides

Kalpvas begins today with Amrit Snan on Paush Purnima at Mahakumbh

Mahakumbh 2025 will begin with the auspicious Paush Purnima bath on Monday, marking the start of Kalpvas at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj.

5 Workers Still Missing in Umrangso Coal Mine Tragedy: Rescue Ops Continue Amidst Recovery of 4 Bodies

The search for five missing workers trapped in a flooded rat-hole coal mine in Dima Hasao continues, with joint rescue operations by the Indian Army, Indian Navy, NDRF, and other agencies entering their sixth day.

India Bloc Is Unbroken And Stands Strong: Akhilesh Yadav

I have always gone to Kumbh, if you want, I can share the picture, the SP president said

Fanaticism in the name of science

My first industrial job after graduating with a PhD in theoretical physics was that of an R&D engineer at RCA, which at the time was a major conglomerate in the US. They manufactured TV sets among many other products which used cathode ray tubes (CRTs) as display devices.

Race Against 'China Tech'

China stands as one of South Korea's most significant trading partners while also emerging as a formidable rival in domains where Korean firms have traditionally excelled in technological prowess and market competitiveness.

German Divide

The rise of the far-right political outfit, AfD, with a plank of anti-immigration was considered to be a fringe element reflecting continued economic disparity but was not in a position to threaten the national consensus. However, capturing power in two important provinces defies economic logic when, with growing prosperity, many are moving from western to the eastern parts. The difference in unemployment between the two regions is insignificant as faster economic growth has attracted massive investments from reputed brands like Tesla and Intel. The level of immigration in eastern Germany is lowest

Trump's Impact

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term in office, the global economy braces for a wave of uncertainty.