Month: April 2025

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday urged members of the minority community to remain united and not be misled by political provocations, amid growing unrest over the implementation of the Waqf Act, 2025.Banerjee said the Waqf Act will not be implemented in Bengal.Mamata also said she would protect minority communities and their property, while speaking at a ‘Navkar Mahamantra Divas’ programme in Kolkata. “I know that you are pained by the Waqf property issue, but have faith that there will be no divide and rule in Bengal,” Banerjee said. “Please remember, Didi will protect you and your property. You should give the message of live and let live. It is our duty to protect all those living in Bengal.”PollDo you agree with Mamata Banerjee's stance on the Waqf Act not being implemented in Bengal?She added […]

[ad_1] New Delhi: Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Ambati Rayudu and ex-Team India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu indulged in an ugly clash during the IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and CSK. It all started off with Rayudu accusing Sidhu of shifting loyalties with regard to the team backed by him, terming him as a girgit' (chameleon).While Rayudu started laughing following his remark, Sidhu reacted strongly with his reaction going viral on social media. "What you are saying is completely wrong. Girgit agar kisi kaa aaradhyadev hain toh woh tumhara hain (If there is someone who is like a chameleon, it is your idol)," responded the former Team India cricketer.When will CSK legend MS Dhoni retire from IPL? Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts Rayudu has been quite vocal with his reactions during IPL 2025, openly expressing his admiration for […]

[ad_1] In Dombivli, a dispute arose when Poonam Gupta politely requested passage in English from her neighbors, the Dhobles, who were blocking the entrance during a family function. KALYAN: Reportedly angry over being addressed in English when asked to make way, a family allegedly thrashed their neighbours in Dombivli on Monday. Both families filed cross-complaints of assault. The incident occurred when Poonam Gupta, who lives in the Ganesh Shraddha building in old Dombivli, returned home with her nine-month-old child and friend, Jyoti Chavan. A function was underway at the home of her neighbours, the Dhobles, whose relatives were reportedly blocking the entrance. When Gupta politely said “excuse me” in English to pass through, the Dhoble family allegedly took offence and demanded she speak in Marathi. Police said the altercation escalated quickly. Jyoti was allegedly assaulted first, followed by Gupta, who […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Former Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) chief Soumya Swaminathan has expressed frustration over her recent experience with Air India, calling it a "terrible experience". In a post on X (formerly Twitter), she said that despite being a loyal customer with sufficient mileage, she was unable to upgrade her Nairobi to Delhi flight scheduled for tomorrow.“Terrible experience with @airindia – trying to upgrade with miles/payment for my Nairobi to Delhi flight tomorrow. Despite being a loyal member, enough mileage & hours online & on phone – dead end. Reasons given are illogical – why should the customer suffer your irrationality?” she wrote.Swaminathan’s post adds to the growing list of complaints from frequent flyers about Air India's customer service and booking systems. [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] Apple is no longer the world’s most valuable company. According to a CNBC report, the iPhone maker has been overtaken by Microsoft after a sharp four-day decline in its stock. As of Tuesday’s market close, Microsoft’s market capitalization stood at $2.64 trillion, slightly ahead of Apple at $2.59 trillion.The broader market downturn follows President Donald Trump’s announcement of new “discounted” tariffs on imports from over 100 countries. Global stocks have taken a hit, but Apple has been particularly affected due to its significant dependence on China. The Nasdaq has fallen 13% over the past four trading days, as concerns mount over a potential recession and rising consumer prices.According to UBS analysts cited in the report, the price of iPhone 16 Pro Max could rise by as much as $350 in the US if the tariffs are fully passed on […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The mega almost Rs 64,000 crore (Euro 6.6 billion) deal with France for the direct acquisition of 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, which will operate from the deck of indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, has been cleared by the PM-led cabinet committee on security.The government-to-government deal for the 22 single-seat Rafale-M jets and four twin-seat trainers, which includes weapons, simulators, crew training and five-year performance-based logistics support, will now be inked within the next few days, sources said.The deal also includes upgrades, equipment and spares for the 36 Rafales already inducted by the IAF under the Rs 59,000 crore contract inked in Sept 2016.The 26 Rafale-M fighters, with “specific enhancements” for the Navy, will be delivered in 37 to 65 months after inking of the contract. “The new inter-governmental agreement mirrors the one inked in the IAF deal. […]

[ad_1] Apple is particularly vulnerable to the new US reciprocal tariffs. (AI image) Apple is considering India as a key location to expand its iPhone manufacturing operations amid Donald Trump's new tariff policies, according to a The Wall Street Journal's Tuesday report.US President Donald Trump has implemented new "reciprocal tariffs" affecting more than 180 nations. India, which currently produces up to 15% of Apple's iPhones, now faces a 26% US tariff. Whilst this is lower than China's 54% (now 104%!) and Vietnam's 46%, it presents immediate difficulties but could prove advantageous over time.Apple is particularly vulnerable to these new tariffs. According to ET, the company anticipates exporting iPhones worth $8-9 billion to the US this fiscal year, following a period of duty-free imports.To counter the tariff, Apple has developed a strategic response. The organisation intends to accelerate iPhone exports from […]