Kathmandu, Nov 1: Amid growing threats from climate change and an increase in extreme weather events across the Himalayan region, Nepal and Bhutan have jointly called for a dedicated Himalayan climate agenda at the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31).   Representational Image  The two Himalayan nations have proposed a separate agenda item titled “1.5-Degree Temperature Rise in the...

New Delhi, Nov 1: In a major financial boost to state governments ahead of the festive season, the Centre on Saturday released an additional instalment of tax devolution amounting to Rs 1,09,019 crore. The amount comes over and above the regular monthly tax transfers and is aimed at strengthening the financial position of states.   Representational Image  According to a...

New Delhi, Nov 1: The opposition INDIA bloc is set to stage a major show of strength in the national capital on Sunday with its ‘Chalo Dilli’ march, culminating in a rally at Ramlila Maidan against alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and the Election Commission’s ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The opposition alliance is expected to bring together political...

New Delhi, Nov 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted what he described as a historic achievement in India's poverty reduction journey, citing findings from the World Bank's latest report that show a significant decline in extreme poverty over the past decade. Sharing key findings from the World Bank's India Poverty and Equity Brief: October 2026 on Instagram, the Prime...

Bhubaneswar, Nov 1 (UDN): A developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal is steadily gaining strength and is likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm before making landfall along the south Andhra Pradesh coast on the morning of November 3, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast.   Representational Image   According to the IMD, the depression over...

 Regalia integrates dedicated sports and wellness facilities into its residential offering, reflecting the growing role of recreational infrastructure in real estate development.   Nov 01: Access to quality sports facilities is increasingly becoming an important consideration in the way residential communities are planned. As homebuyers look beyond conventional housing amenities, developers are exploring ways to incorporate fitness, recreation and outdoor...

  Chennai, Nov 01: Loyola Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Kodambakkam, Chennai, organised a remarkable Elite World Record attempt on its school campus, with 500 students simultaneously performing a sports drill while blindfolded at a single venue. The extraordinary initiative showcased the students' discipline, concentration, coordination, confidence and teamwork, making it a unique sporting event aimed at inspiring young minds through...

        Yelahanka / Bengaluru , Nov 01: Sai Silks Kalamandir Ltd. (SSKL), one of India’s leading ethnic and family fashion retailers, proudly announces the launch of its 87th store under the Kalamandir format at Yelahanka , Dairy Circle, Bengaluru , Karnataka. The new showroom offers a complete family shopping destination, featuring an extensive range of fashion collections...