Koraput: Thousands of kendu leaf pluckers in Malkangiri district are still awaiting their bonus for 2025-26 financial year, fuelling discontent among them and leaving field-level munshis (collection supervisors) at the receiving end of their anger. The workers have also warned of a large-scale agitation if their dues are not released soon.Malkangiri, which has six kendu…
NEW DELHI: An Indian Navy unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed into an open field near Gujarat’s Porbandar city during a training sortie on Wednesday, with no casualties or damage to property reported, PTI reported, quoting officials.Confirming the incident, the Indian Navy said the crashed aircraft was a Drishti-10 uncrewed aerial vehicle.“Indian Navy confirms the crash…
Villagers engaged in bund formation work Kolkata: The prolonged absence of several panchayat pradhans has emerged as a major hurdle to the implementation of the VB-G RAM G) programme in Bengal, with officials saying the leadership vacuum is affecting project approvals, wage payments and execution of development works in several areas. Union panchayat secretary Vivek…
A parcel delivery in Noida has become the center of a much larger conversation online. What started as a routine pickup ended with a story that many people say reflects the reality of today’s job market. Shared on LinkedIn by social entrepreneur Kiran Verma, the post has resonated with professionals across industries and sparked discussions…
Born in Mumbai, actor and model Mikail Shaikh has appeared in a campaign for FIFA Canada, adding to his work in the North American advertising space. The commercial marks another project in his portfolio as he continues to work across television and digital campaigns.Mikail says the opportunity was meaningful from a professional point of view….
Actor and television host Maniesh Paul is mourning the loss of his mother, Urmil Paul, who passed away in Delhi on July 8, 2026, at the age of 77. The news was confirmed through an official statement issued by the actor’s team. Maniesh has not yet publicly addressed her demise.His team shared a statement that…
Patna: The research council of Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU) on Wednesday approved two high-yielding varieties of maize hybrids, namely, Rajendra Hybrid Makka-5 and Rajendra Hybrid Makka-6, for release. The council also endorsed several digital innovations aimed at reducing post-harvest losses and increasing farmers’ income.The recommendations of the research council regarding release of new…
One of several phulkari shawls on display at the exhibition. The artisans at the foundation are also attempting to modernise phulkari, using the embroidery on tunics and dresses (Pics: Asmitaa Aggarwal) Gurmeet Kaur, 26, is dressed in a phulkari kurta she designed herself, jhumkas, clear block heels and aviator-style glasses. Just before the camera comes…
National Award winner Priyamani to lock horns as an antagonist with Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar in ‘Golmaal 5’ – Reports The upcoming comedy entertainer ‘Golmaal 5’ is set to surprise audiences with an unexpected casting twist. While the fifth instalment of Rohit Shetty‘s blockbuster franchise already boasts a star-studded ensemble led by Ajay Devgn…
Police encounter death of Prabhas Mondal will not derail the investigation. Mondal confessed to luring the child for Rs 10,000 cash. His disclosures led to the victim’s body recovery and other arrests KOLKATA: For Rs 10,000, Prabhas Mondal lured a 12-year-old girl and sold her to his co-accused — a confession that cracked open the…