Bodhana Sivanandan (Photo by John Saunders) NEW DELHI: Indian-origin chess talent Bodhana Sivanandan has become England’s top-rated female player, according to the latest list by FIDE. At just 11, she now holds a rating of 2366 and has moved ahead of four-time British women’s champion Lan Yao. Based in North London, Bodhana’s journey is especially…
The Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited reported its highest-ever Profit Before Tax (PBT) for 2025–26, with projections indicating it will cross Rs 4,106 crore, following a year of steady production and strong sales across fertiliser categories.The cooperative produced 90.62 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of fertilisers during the financial year. This included 48.28 lakh MT of…
Image credits: ANI NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday formally commissioned the indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Aridaman into the Indian Navy.The induction of INS Aridaman comes as India sharpens its focus on boosting its underwater nuclear prowess, even as it has already proven air and land-launched nuclear capabilities. Indian Navy Boosts…
The Centre has announced a major change for highway users, with cash payments at toll plazas set to be discontinued from April 10. The move, notified by the road transport ministry, aims to reduce long queues at toll gates and make highway travel smoother for commuters. No more cash payments on highways: Here’s how you…
In a spirited defense, Rohan Shankar, known for his work on ‘Hera Pheri 3’, has rejected the swirling speculation about his withdrawal from the project, labeling the claims as inaccurate. He stated that while talks had been initiated, the film’s progress has hit a snag due to legal troubles. Writer Rohan Shankar has denied reports…
Suryakumar Yadav and Axar Patel (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Just moments before the toss, broadcasters announced that Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya would not play in the match against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Seconds after the announcement, Suryakumar Yadav – smiling, chewing gum, and dressed in the blue and…
The Delhi government has introduced new conditions for the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, making eligibility contingent on steps taken towards adopting piped natural gas (PNG) in areas where the network is available. The changes were notified through an order issued by the Food, Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, which amends a provision of the…
Iranian state-linked media on Friday claimed that a US fighter pilot had been downed and possibly captured inside the country, as conflicting reports emerged amid an intensifying regional conflict. There has been no immediate confirmation from Washington, with the US Central Command, the Pentagon and the White House yet to respond.According to Iranian outlets, the…
Today is ripe for acts of courage and exploration, perfect for unplanned adventures or taking on fresh projects. Just be prepared for a few bumps along the way. Expect some friction in personal connections if conversations take a serious turn, so wait for a peaceful moment to engage in those talks. A brave mood takes…