New Delhi: After years of discussion, India’s official statistical machinery is set to compile an index of service production (ISP), which will complement the existing index of industrial production (IIP) and help improve the assessment of short-term performance of the economy.Besides, the index will be useful for augmenting the list of indicators used for compilation…
Tamizh Amudhan and Vincent Keymer CHENNAI: Rain lashed Thiruthangal, a neighbourhood in Sivakasi, all of Friday night. The power had been cut since six in the evening, plunging the area in darkness. But inside one of the modest houses, an eight-year-old boy, with just a candle flickering beside him and a mobile torch lighting up…
The weekly sheet rule: helpful habit or hygiene myth? Image Credits: Google Gemini You’ve been told it your whole life: wash your sheets weekly, no exceptions. It sounds like one of those grown-up rules you can’t argue with, like flossing and filing your taxes on time, but the real answer is a little bit more…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Finn Allen (R) walks back to the pavilion after losing his wicket. NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Rovman Powell did not hold back after his side’s heartbreaking last-ball defeat to Lucknow Super Giants, pointing to an umpiring “blunder” while also admitting that conditions at Eden Gardens played their part in the…
Alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar has written a handwritten letter to actor Jacqueline Fernandez, reacting to her recent move to turn approver in the ongoing Rs 200 crore money laundering case.The letter, dated April 21, 2026, has surfaced online and was shared by IANS.Addressing Jacqueline with affectionate nicknames like “Baby Botta Bomma” and “My Jackie Sukesh…
Kerala’s Guruvayur Temple is full of stories and mysteries that still amaze devotees. It is not just devotion that draws devotees to the temple, but also these surprising folklores. One among the fascinating beliefs is that the deity in the temple, the Chaturbahu form of Lord Vishnu, was worshipped by Lord Krishna himself. Yes, you…
Partnership energy supports you today. You’ll get help from your spouse, and that support feels genuine, not forced. The Moon strengthens emotional bonding, while Venus adds a romantic colour to your day.You might feel like planning ahead, discussing savings, home matters, or even a short outing after work. Keep the plan simple, and you’ll enjoy…
JEE Advanced 2026: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026 registration process will begin tomorrow, April 23, at 10 am, according to the official website. This year, the exam will be conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee.Candidates who qualified in the JEE Main 2026 will be eligible to apply online through the…
Good news comes with a strange inner restlessness today. Jupiter supports your gains, but the Moon makes your mind run like a train that won’t stop at the station.You’ll earn more than expectations, or you’ll receive appreciation that feels like money in the bank. Destiny seems to back you, especially in practical matters. Still, your…
RR manager Romi Bhinder violates PMOA protocol (Screengrab) It has been nearly two days since Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Binder was seen using a mobile phone in the team’s dugout, which is a violation of “PMOA (Players and Match Officials Area) Protocol – 2026”, but the BCCI has yet to act on the serious violation….