CEA proposes sharp rise in fixed monthly power charges for consumers

NEW DELHI: Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has proposed a nationwide overhaul of electricity tariffs, recommending a sharp increase in fixed monthly charges paid by consumers as power distributors struggle to recover costs amid rising rooftop solar adoption and migration of industries to captive power.The proposal could eventually mean consumers paying a larger portion of their […]

Did Candace Owens’ producer and manager quit? Ben Shapiro appears to confirm staff exit rumors

Rumors surrounding Candace Owens gained momentum after a viral post claimed her top producer and manager had quit. The speculation intensified when Ben Shapiro referenced the alleged departures while discussing online influence in conservative media. His remarks sparked widespread debate on social media, with users questioning the stability and institutional power of major political commentary […]

Cavalli tosses 6 scoreless, Ruiz drives in 5 as Nationals reach .500 with 13-3 win over Orioles

WASHINGTON (AP) — Cade Cavalli tossed six scoreless innings, Keibert Ruiz homered and drove in a career-high five runs and the Washington Nationals reached the .500 mark for the first time in two years with a 13-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday. Jacob Young and Brady House also homered for the Nationals, who […]

Dhaka-Delhi ties to depend on Ganges treaty: Bangladesh minister

DHAKA: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman-led BNP in Bangladesh on Saturday said future Bangladesh-India relations would largely depend on renewal or conclusion of the Ganges water-sharing agreement, stressing that a short-term deal would be insufficient.“This treaty must be indefinite and remain effective until replaced by a future agreement,” said BNP secretary general and local govt, rural […]

‘I have realized something’: Redditor shares one-year experience of living in India after spending 12 years in US

A Redditor shared the experience of living in India for a year after 12-year stay in the US. Taking the decision to return to India after spending years abroad is always a tough one as there are many aspects to consider. No two people’s situations are ever the same but NRIs share tips and insights […]

IPL Playoffs Scenarios After KKR Stun GT: Updated Points Table Blows Playoffs Race Wide Open

Finn Allen in action for KKR vs GT© BCCI The IPL 2026 playoffs race has just got more interesting. Kolkata Knight Riders, who started with five losses in their first six games, are on an astounding comeback trail. On Saturday, KKR stunned the Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans to stake a major claim for […]

4 Indians arrested in extortion-kidnapping in Canada, cop says he’s never seen case like this

Calgary Police is looking for 5th suspect Gagandeep singh and released his photo. A man was kidnapped but he was not the target. The kidnappers took the man to his friend’s house who was the real target. The first man was just a bait to make the second man come out of his house, which […]

NC government buckles after BJP protest, promises liquor ban in J&K

BJP leaders and workers outside the police station as they stage a protest over the demand to ban liquor, in Srinagar SRINAGAR: A day after BJP staged a protest outside chief minister Omar Abdullah’s residence demanding complete prohibition in Kashmir Valley, governing National Conference (NC) softened its stand on the issue and promised to ban […]

61 victims in 9 months: 39-year-old Indian man sent to jail in Australia, diagnosed with voyeuristic disorder

Indian man working in Australia as a massage therapist sent to jail for sexual abuse of 61 victims. 39-year-old Sumit Satish Rastogi, an Indian man in Adelaide, Australia, has been sentenced to 13 years and 10 months behind bars after pleading guilty to 97 offences, including multiple charges of aggravated indecent assault and indecent filming […]

Knight Riders survive Shubman Gill scare: KKR crack GT code to keep playoff hopes breathing

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens on Saturday, ending Gujarat’s five-match winning streak despite a fighting knock from captain Shubman Gill.Chasing 248, Gujarat Titans finished on 218 for 4 after Kolkata’s bowlers held their nerve in […]