The fertiliser ministry has sought a 100% increase in the fertiliser subsidy budget for FY27 as the West Asia conflict drives up global fertiliser prices and import costs, according to government sources, PTI reported.Sources said the Department of Fertilizers has approached the Finance Ministry seeking a doubling of the fertiliser subsidy from the budgeted Rs…
Once a cleaner for coal-soiled wallpaper, a failing company found new life when its owner’s sister-in-law suggested its putty could be a children’s toy. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons Before the smell of sweet, colourful dough came to represent childhood throughout the world, it was the aroma of a final bid to keep a failing company…
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei presides over Istana Nurul Iman, the world’s largest residential palace. This architectural marvel, blending Malay and Islamic styles, boasts 1,788 rooms, a banquet hall for 5,000, and a mosque. More than a home, it’s Brunei’s seat of government and a symbol of its rich history and power. Houses of royal…
Hung curd may be the most familiar item on this list, but it still does not get the attention it deserves. Made simply by straining regular curd through a muslin cloth, hung curd becomes thick, creamy, and versatile. Many Indian households already use it for kebabs or sandwich spreads without thinking of it as a…
The workplace no longer stops at office walls or login screens—it follows Gen Z employees into their social feeds, blurring the line between personal expression and professional identity. A Zety survey of 919 young workers in the US reveals a growing culture of self-censorship, where 95% avoid sharing real opinions online and 90% have faced…
Bhuvneshwar Kumar celebrates after taking a DC wicket. (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Veteran seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a performance for the ages, not only powering Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a crushing win over Delhi Capitals but also storming to the top of the Purple Cap standings in IPL 2026. His sensational spell of 3…
Bangladesh cricket team players The crisis within the Bangladesh Cricket Board has deepened, with multiple resignations from its board even before completing six months in office, raising questions over its stability.Seven out of 25 directors have already stepped down, including four who resigned after Saturday’s board meeting. The exits have increased uncertainty around the future…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ skipper Ajinkya Rahane (ANI Photo) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane found himself under intense scrutiny after opting to bat first against Punjab Kings in their IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens, a decision that drew sharp criticism from several former cricketers. With rain forecast and conditions heavily favouring bowlers early on,…
Mumbai Indians Jasprit Bumrah (AP Photo/Ashwini Bhatia) Jasprit Bumrah has been left out of Mumbai Indians’ final league-stage clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium, with the franchise confirming that the fast bowler has been rested. Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to bowl first, with captain Hardik Pandya explaining that the pitch…
Blake Lively has called upon her husband, Ryan Reynolds, as a pivotal witness in her high-stakes lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. The actress claims that Baldoni perpetuated a detrimental work environment and launched smear tactics amid the promotion of ‘It Ends With Us. As the legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni continues, the actress…