NEW DELHI: Having experienced a major flood event might make elderly people more vulnerable to hospitalisation due to skin, nervous and musculoskeleton system diseases, according to a study that analysed over a 17-year database of insurance claims and floods in the US. Findings published in The Lancet Planetary Health journal show that on average, hospitalisation… Continue reading Elderlies who witnessed flood events at high risk of skin, neurological issues: Study
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Nifty, Sensex open in red as Trump signs executive order imposing 25% tariff on India effective from Aug 7
New Delhi [India], August 1 : Indian stock markets continued to remain under pressure on Friday morning as US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on India’s exports to the US, effective from August 7. The move has raised concerns about India’s export outlook, as the US is one… Continue reading Nifty, Sensex open in red as Trump signs executive order imposing 25% tariff on India effective from Aug 7
Samay Raina announces India tour after ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy
NEW DELHI: Stand up comedian Samay Raina, whose show “India’s Got Latent” attracted major controversy earlier this year, is making a comeback with his India tour “Samay Raina: Still Alive & Unfiltered”. The 27-year-old shared the tour schedule on his Instagram on Wednesday. The tour will begin from August 15 in Bengaluru, followed by shows… Continue reading Samay Raina announces India tour after ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy
Max Verstappen to stay at Red Bull next season
New York, Aug 1 Motorsport race driver Max Verstappen has confirmed that he will remain with Red Bull for the 2026 Formula One season, ending speculation over his future with the team for the time being. The Dutchman was linked with Mercedes despite having a contract with Red Bull until 2028, reports CNN. But the… Continue reading Max Verstappen to stay at Red Bull next season
US announces 20% tariff on Sri Lankan exports
COLOMBO: (Aug 1) The US has announced a 20 per cent tariff on Sri Lankan exports, marking a 24 per cent reduction from the initial rate proposed for the island nation. As the deadline for tariff negotiations ending on Friday, Sri Lankan officials were continuing talks to seek a further reduction. The tariffs will go… Continue reading US announces 20% tariff on Sri Lankan exports
Disaster management mock drill carried out at 55 locations across Delhi
NEW DELHI: (Aug 1) A field-level, multi-agency disaster management mock drill was carried out at 55 locations across the national capital on Friday morning, according to officials. The exercise began with the triggering of a simulated earthquake scenario followed by chemical leaks in industrial and transport zones in all the 11 districts of the city.… Continue reading Disaster management mock drill carried out at 55 locations across Delhi
Researchers call for government collaboration ahead of final talks before signing of global plastics treaty
NEW DELHI: Ahead of the final stage of talks at the UN Global Plastics Treaty, researchers urgently call for governments to collaborate to address plastic pollution through measures that reduce production and prioritise human health. Through open letters and articles published in scientific journals, the researchers, such as those from Germany’s Helmholtz-Centre for Environmental Research… Continue reading Researchers call for government collaboration ahead of final talks before signing of global plastics treaty
Nifty down 0.6%, Sensex lost 500 pts in opening amid 25% US tariff, Experts say impact is short term
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 31: Indian stock markets opened sharply lower on Thursday, witnessing a major sell-off after US President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods, along with penalties on purchases of Russian crude and defence equipment. The move has triggered widespread concern among investors and raised fears of a… Continue reading Nifty down 0.6%, Sensex lost 500 pts in opening amid 25% US tariff, Experts say impact is short term
Christopher Nolan’s biggest hits set to return for theatrical run in IMAX this August
Los Angeles, A year ahead of the release of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, some of his most iconic films are all set for release on the big screen in August. The films will be released in the IMAX format in collaboration with theaters across the world. The films featured in this event are Dunkirk, Tenet,… Continue reading Christopher Nolan’s biggest hits set to return for theatrical run in IMAX this August
Durand Cup 2025: ISL champions to start campaign against Mohammedan SC
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 31: The ISL champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will start their Durand Cup 2025 campaign against Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) in the fiery Kolkata Derby at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL). While this will be MBSG’s… Continue reading Durand Cup 2025: ISL champions to start campaign against Mohammedan SC
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