New Delhi: India and Canada have decided to focus on low-hanging fruit, work on areas of convergence and avoid seeking concessions in sensitive sectors in the negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal has said. The two countries are negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The third round…
Deep within the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest, scientists discovered a fungus with an extraordinary ability that could offer new clues in the fight against plastic pollution. Known as Pestalotiopsis microspora, the fungus can break down polyester polyurethane, a widely used type of plastic, and use it as a source of carbon. Even more remarkably, laboratory research…
Oil markets remained focused on developments in the Middle East after Iran launched attacks on US military infrastructure in Gulf states Oil prices edged lower in early trade on Friday but remained on course for strong weekly gains as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran kept concerns over global crude supplies elevated.Brent…
AHMEDABAD: With just one win from five matches, Mumbai Indians find themselves in early must-win territory as they take on Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Monday. Rooted to the bottom of the table, MI can ill afford another slip, especially against opponents they have never beaten at this venue.The challenge is formidable….
Candace Owens accuses Andrew Kolvet of ‘lying’ over Charlie Kirk claim in X dispute (Image via Getty) A public dispute between Candace Owens and Andrew Kolvet took over parts of X on July 4, with both sides strongly disagreeing over what was allegedly said in private conversations about Turning Point USA (TPUSA) and its late…
NEW DELHI: Former India coach Vimal Kumar has strongly criticised the Badminton World Federation’s decision to introduce a new scoring system, saying it could harm the sport rather than improve it.The BWF recently approved a 3×15 format, replacing the long-standing 21-point system, with the change set to come into effect from January 2027. ‘This is…
Is Sanju Samson making his film debut_ Cricketer’s ‘super special’ post with Mohanlal Sanju Samson sparked curiosity after sharing a picture with Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. The Indian cricketer posted the photograph on Instagram Stories after it appeared on the Team Samson account.The image shows Sanju Samson and Mohanlal seated together inside a vehicle.The Team Samson…
When Allu Arjun celebrated Ganesh Visarjan with daughter Allu Arha; carried her in his arms. Allu Arjun once gave fans a glimpse into a family celebration that brought him closer to daughter Allu Arha. During Ganesh Visarjan in 2022 the actor participated in the festivities while carrying his young daughter in his arms.The video shared…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Indian cricket fans will not have to stay up as late to watch the men’s team’s upcoming T20I series in England. In a move aimed at boosting television viewership in India, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has revised the start times for three floodlit T20Is during India’s…
After the box office success of ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’, rumours are rife that filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who sang praises of the film, might just be gearing up to release his upcoming action-adventure in two parts. ‘Varanasi’ to release in two parts?Despite previously rubbishing reports that ‘Varanasi’ will release as – Part 1 and…