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Why going palm oil-free may not be a healthy choice

Palm oil, the world’s most widely used ‘miracle oil’ is a staple ingredient across food and nonfood products, from processed foods and cosmetics to biofuels.

EIMG Concours d'Elegance 2025: Kolkatagears up for vintagecamextravaganza

The city of joy is in for a treat this Sunday, 12 January as the EIMG Concours d’Elegance 2025 arrives at The Lake Club, marking a spectacular parade of motoring heritage.

Boy gets Rs 17cr life-saving gene therapy for rare SMA type 1

A 16-month-old boy, Deen Mohammad from East Midnapore, diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), recently received lifesaving gene therapy with Zolgensma at Peerless Hospital.

Pointers batch of 1998 marks 25 years with heartfelt reunion and community outreach

The 1998 batch of South Point High School reunited in a grand celebration, marking 25 years since their class X board examinations.

The University of Sheffield invites applications for MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics

The University of Sheffield, UK, is inviting applications for its MSc Cancer Biology and Therapeutics starting in September 2025.

Sri Ram Madhurya: A Unique Kathak-Katha-Kutcheri by Sunil Sunkara & Vanitha Suresh

Brahma Gana Sabha witnessed the premiere of \"Sri Ram Madhurya\" on 3 January this year, during their Marghazi Dance Festival.

Missing You on Netflix disappoints despite a good plot

Harlan Coben is a man who writes mysteries, and his plots revolve around murders with meandering twists and turns that weave such a cobweb of catastrophes that they turn into confounded confusion.

Kalahridaya pays tribute to CV Chandrasekhar

A priest of the Jesuit order, Fr. Saju George, a Jesuit priest, and his institution, Kalahridaya, paid their tribute to Prof. CV Chandrasekhar recently at Gyan Manch.

Lebanese parliament elects Joseph Aoun as president, ending political deadlock

Lebanon’s parliament voted Thursday to elect army commander Joseph Aoun (photo) as head of state, filling a more than two-year-long presidential vacuum.

2025 will see huge advances in quantum computing What to expect?

In recent years, the field of quantum computing has been experiencing fast growth, with technological advances and large-scale investments regularly making the news.

Looking for a summer or longer-term job? How to find one and avoid being exploited

Getting casual work over the summer, or a part-time job that you might continue during your tertiary course, can be a great way to get workplace experience and earn some extra money.

How BCA graduates are shaping the future of data science and entrepreneurship

In today's ever-changing landscape of technology and commerce, the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) programme has become a cornerstone for aspiring data scientists and entrepreneurs in India.

Varun Aaron Retires From All Representative Cricket

Best remembered for being the tearaway quick whose sharp bouncer left Stuart Broad's nose fractured at Old Trafford during India's tour of England in 2014, Varun Aaron on Friday announced his retirement from \"representative cricket\".

Champions Trophy: ICC officials review Pakistan's preparations

A delegation from the game's global body is visiting the troubled country to check renovation work

1st ODI: Pratika, Tejal guide India Women to six-wicket victory over Ireland

Pratika Rawal and Tejal Hasabnis' half-centuries helped India Women clinch a six-wicket triumph over Ireland in the first ODI match of the series at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot on Friday.

'Will change my name': Ravichandran Ashwin hails Rishabh Pant's defence

Rating wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant's as one of the best in terms of defence in Test matches, former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin on Friday compared Pant at par with England's Joe Root and Australia's Steve Smith as the best batters in the last seven years, when batting has become \"significantly difficult and averages have decreased.\"

Lakshya spearheads Services' charge on Day 3 of men's boxing nationals

Lakshya Chahar continued the Services Sports Control Board's (SSCB) stellar performance at the 8th elite men's national boxing championship, with a dominant display on Day 3, reinforcing his unit's bid to retain their title in the prestigious tournament being held at Bareilly.

Newcastle Star Isak Is Premier League Player Of The Month

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has won the Premier League December Player of the Month award and becomes only the fourth Swedish player in history to win the honour.

Refugee Politics

At its core, however, the issue transcends partisan politics, touching upon deeper questions about India's constitutional obligations, humanitarian traditions, and national security concerns. India has historically been a refuge for displaced communities - from Tibetans to Sri Lankan Tamils - guided by its ethos of inclusivity and protection of human dignity.

Ice Hockey League: Maryul Spamo Enter Women's Title Clash

Maryul Spamo, the reigning champions in the women's category, stormed into the finals with a stunning 11-0 win over Humas Queens in the first semi-final of the Ice Hockey League Season 2.

ISL: Mohammedan SC meet Bengaluru FC, look to end goalless run

Bengaluru FC will be eager to hold to their slim hopes of overtaking defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the top of the points table when they host laggards Mohammedan SC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium for an Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Saturday.

Kolkata Derby: East Bengal search for first ISL victory against Mohun Bagan

Defending champions aim for bigger lead at the top of the table while Red and Gold Brigade fight for pride

Emami betting big on growing male grooming market

The grooming market in India seems to be increasingly tilting towards the male segment.

Overall fundraising from capital markets to spike 21 pc to ₹14.27 trillion in FY25: Buch

Sebi chief Madhabi Puri Buch Friday said the overall fundraising from capital markets, including through equity and debt instruments, is estimated to jump by nearly 21 per cent to Rs 14.27 trillion in FY25 from the Rs 11.8 trillion in FY24.

India's Forex Kitty at $634.59 Billion, Gold Reserves Rise by $824 Million

India's foreign exchange reserves fell by $5.7 billion to $634.59 billion for the week ended 3 January, data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday showed.

Larsen & Toubro chairman's comment asking employees to work on Sundays sparks row

A recent statement by the Larsen & Toubro (L&T) chairman S N Subrahmanyan asking employees to work even on Sundays has sparked widespread criticism.

Union Budget falls on Saturday this year, stock exchanges to remain open

As the preparations for the Union Budget 2025-26, which generally comes on 1 February, are in full swing, all eyes are now on the official confirmation from the government about presenting the budget over the weekend this year.

Market Ends Lower Amid Volatility

Benchmark indices opened higher but erased all the gains in the opening hour

Govt releases tax devolution of ₹1,73,030 crore to states, higher than December

The Union government has released tax devolution of Rs 1,73,030 crore to state governments, an amount higher than last month.

More Than 46,000 Palestinians Have Been Killed in the Israel-Hamas War, Officials Say

More than 46,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza's Health Ministry said Thursday, with no end in sight to the 15-month conflict.