The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force today, July 15, 2026, alongside its companion pact, the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), a social security agreement.Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal called it a “gold standard” agreement spanning 30 chapters, going well beyond tariff cuts. The deal was signed last year in London on July … Read more
Ever heard of the Zero Temple? Hidden inside the grand Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh is a shrine that changed the course of human civilisation. We are talking about the Chaturbhuj Temple, famous as the Zero Temple. It is home to one of the world’s oldest known stone inscriptions featuring the numeral “0” in the … Read more
Fadnavis, Jayant Patil meeting triggers fresh buzz MUMBAI: A late-night meeting between Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and senior leaders from both factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Wednesday set off another round of political speculation over the future course of the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP), with opposition ally Shiv Sena (UBT) demanding … Read more
NEW DELHI: The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday allowed the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress (TMC) to hold its annual July 21 Martyrs’ Day rally at a different location in Kolkata.Justice Saugata Bhattacharya directed the Kolkata Police to shift the venue from in front of the traditional Victoria House location to a site near the Birla … Read more
Seven British nationals were among the 13 people killed. Seven British nationals were among the 13 people killed in the devastating wildfires that tore through southern Spain’s Almería province, Spanish authorities confirmed on Tuesday after completing post-mortem examinations.According to officials, 12 of the victims were foreign nationals — seven from the UK, three from Belgium, … Read more
UK unveils overnight social media curfew for older teenagers/Image: Getty Images Teenagers aged 16 and 17 in the UK could soon face an overnight social media curfew under government proposals aimed at reducing excessive screen time and limiting exposure to addictive online features.The plans would introduce default settings that prevent users in this age group … Read more
Tamil star Ajith Kumar will be working on his next film with ‘Good Bad Ugly’ director Adhik Ravichandran tentatively titled, ‘AK64’. Now the latest buzz suggests that actress Kayadu Lohar may become part of the film. However, there is no official confirmation from the makers yet. Kayadu Lohar in ‘AK64’ According to a report by … Read more
Car fire occurred inside the Mumbai Coastal Road tunnel, causing traffic delays. MUMBAI: A car caught fire inside the southbound tunnel of the Mumbai Coastal Road on Wednesday afternoon.The blaze triggered heavy traffic congestion before authorities brought it under control and reopened both sides of the tunnel.Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Satya Narayan Chaudhary said … Read more
Punjab’s textile sector has immense potential, says CM Bhagwant Mann at Bharat Tex 2026 Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann said Bharat Tex 2026 offers immense opportunities for Punjab’s textile industry, expressing hope that the international event will further strengthen the sector in the state.Speaking to on Tuesday at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Mann said … Read more
Shah Rukh Khan has spent more than three decades in the spotlight, but one thing that continues to surprise fans is how simple and unconventional his eating habits are. Unlike many celebrities who regularly showcase elaborate meal plans and trendy diets, the Bollywood superstar has often described his approach to food as disciplined, repetitive and … Read more