SEZ reforms: Commerce ministry calls stakeholders’ meet on June 30 to discuss policy overhaul

Commerce ministry has convened a meeting of stakeholders on June 30 to discuss issues related to special economic zones (SEZs), including reforms aimed at harmonising export promotion schemes and easing business operations in the enclaves. Commerce ministry has convened a meeting of stakeholders on June 30 to discuss issues related to special economic zones (SEZs),…

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: Karan Johar feels ‘elated and honoured’ as PM Narender Modi mentions ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ during Jakarta visit |

Karan Johar thanks PM Narendra Modi after he mentions a song from his directorial debut film ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ during a public address in Jakarta. (Instagram) During one of his recent appearances, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ended up mentioning one of the most popular and beloved films of all time, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’….

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Andhra Pradesh opens Canva to millions of government school students: Here’s how it will help students

Government school students across Andhra Pradesh will soon have access to Canva’s educational tools under a statewide partnership signed by the state government. The initiative is designed to help students develop presentation, design and visual communication skills while encouraging creative learning. Teachers will also be able to use the platform to create more engaging and…

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Fexting: Do you ‘fext’ with your partner? Here’s why this might be sabotaging your relationship

Modern relationships are increasingly navigating conflict through text, a phenomenon now termed ‘fexting’. This silent battle, marked by delayed replies and cold messages, can escalate misunderstandings due to the absence of non-verbal cues. While texting offers a pause for thought, it often hinders genuine connection. Experts advise using ‘I statements’ and taking breaks, but stress…

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Saif Ali Khan on ‘Haiwaan’ and reuniting with Akshay Kumar: ‘I’m really happy I got this role’ |

Saif Ali Khan will play an Indian version of a blind samurai in Priyadarshan’s ‘Haiwaan’, reuniting with Akshay Kumar. Calling it his most exciting role, Saif praised working with Priyadarshan, comparing him to Clint Eastwood. He also noted Kumar’s negative role adds a fresh twist to their long-standing on-screen chemistry. Saif Ali Khan is set…

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‘No question of retirement’: BCCI rubbishes speculation over Rohit Sharma’s future | Cricket News

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has firmly rejected rumours over Rohit Sharma‘s international future, stating there is “no question” of the India opener retiring at this stage despite growing speculation during the recent England tour.Questions over Rohit’s future gathered pace after a prolonged lean patch with the bat, with reports suggesting the third ODI against England…

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8-year-old girl Takshvi Vaghani sets two world records for limbo skating: Little prodigy who was introduced to sports at 2 years and began coach training by 4

Gujarat’s Takshvi Vaghani, an 8-year-old prodigy, has achieved two Guinness World Records in limbo skating, gliding under a bar just 16 centimeters high. Her passion for the sport ignited during the COVID-19 lockdown, with her parents’ unwavering support and her own dedication fueling her success. Despite the sport’s obscurity in her region, Takshvi’s relentless practice…

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Word of the day: Construe |

The same words can lead to very different conclusions depending on how they are understood. A comment intended as humour may be taken as criticism, while a simple gesture can be interpreted in several ways by different people. This ability to assign meaning is central to communication, yet it also explains why misunderstandings occur so…

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He lost his father and brothers to disease, failed school twice, reached Harvard and created medicines that saved millions — changing modern medicine forever, yet he never won a Nobel Prize

Yellapragada Subbarow: The forgotten Indian scientist behind cancer drugs, antibiotics and life-saving medicines Every year, millions of people around the world take medicines that help fight cancer, treat autoimmune diseases, prevent birth defects or cure bacterial infections. Few of them know that many of these breakthroughs can be traced back to the work of an…

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