Why Venezuela has more oil than any country on Earth Venezuela has the world’s largest proven oil reserves, officially holding about 303 billion barrels, or roughly 17 per cent of global crude, mostly in the Orinoco Belt, where the oil is unusually dense and heavy. The size of the reserves is a reflection of the […]
Veteran writer Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital on Tuesday morning after being brought in by his family physician. Addressing the media outside the hospital on Wednesday afternoon, the attending doctor confirmed that a Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) procedure was successfully performed earlier today, February 18, by a neurosurgeon. Salim Khan stable after minor […]
NEW DELHI: Calling Himanta Biswa Sarma “Assam’s Jinnah”, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi played down the exit of former state Congress chief Bhupen Borah from the party ahead of the assembly polls.Speaking at a press conference in Guwahati on Wednesday, Gogoi questioned Borah’s decision to quit the Congress and join the BJP on February 22. Former […]
Kuwait introduces Freelance work permit for expats / Image: file Kuwait is set to introduce a new freelance residency permit allowing expatriates to work independently without needing a traditional employer sponsor. This move aims to curb visa trading and tighten labour market regulations. The scheme, expected to roll out within the next two months, will […]
After being granted bail in the Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case linked to his 2010 production venture, actor Rajpal Yadav has announced that he will soon hold a press conference to address the controversy in detail. While speaking to PTI, the actor maintained that the matter is currently before the High Court and refrained […]
Pakistan vs Namibia T20 World Cup 2026 LIVE Score: Pakistan are in a must-win situation on Wednesday when they take on Namibia in their final Group A clash at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Despite on level with four points, Pakistan are placed third, behind USA, due to their inferior NRR. A win will […]
Oman’s New Tiered Expat Work Permit Fees: Incentives for Omanisation Compliance The Sultanate of Oman is shaking up how companies hire foreign workers by introducing a tiered fee structure for expatriate work permits that directly ties costs to compliance with national employment targets known as Omanisation. The move, announced this week by the Ministry of […]
Dubai Metro’s New Ramadan 2026 Timings Confirmed by RTA / Image: file With Ramadan starting on Wednesday, February 18, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially recalibrated the city’s pulse. To accommodate late-night prayers, family gatherings, and shorter office hours, Dubai’s transport network has shifted into high gear. Whether you’re chasing the sunset for […]
New Delhi, February 18: A female cheetah named Gamini has given birth to three cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, increasing the total number of cheetahs in India to 38. This announcement was made by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday. Expressing his delight on social media platform X, Minister Yadav stated, […]
Ramadan 1447 AH commenced on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, following verified crescent moon sightings across the Middle East, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Dubai residents began their fast at dawn, with Imsak at 5:24 AM and Fajr at 5:34 AM. Evening prayers and community gatherings will mark the spiritual observance throughout the month. […]
