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This US city is dealing with a ground squirrel menace and authorities can't keep up

July 17, 2025 6:44 pm

Weighing less than a pound and measuring just a foot in length, these small creature are expert tunnellers and have become a serious nuisance.

From Madurai to New York: Meet Semma's chef Vijay Kumar, whose authentic Tamil cuisine is turning heads worldwide

July 05, 2025 12:30 pm

Growing up on a farm near Madurai, Kumar learned to cook alongside his mother and grandmother.

Top 10 most powerful countries in the world 2025: Where does India rank?

May 18, 2025 10:41 am

Top 10 Most Powerful Countries in the World 2025 List: Surprisingly, India is not included in this list, despite its vast population, the fourth-largest military, and being the fifth-largest economy—know its ranking and standing on the list.

Top 10 most influential cities driving the future of innovation, culture, and economic influence globally

January 17, 2025 2:07 pm

GPCI Rankings: In a notable mention, London has been demonstrating strong overall performance, holding its first-place position and highest score in the Global Power Index.

Top 10 least expensive global cities for ex-pats in 2024: Where do Indian cities rank?

December 24, 2024 8:06 am

Least expensive cities for expats in 2024: Indian cities have an average ranking on the cost of living index, with two cities from Pakistan ranking in the top 10 least expensive cities in 2024. 

World's 10 Best Food Cities 2024-25: Find out which Indian city makes the cut

April 09, 2025 11:55 am

Taste Atlas recently unveiled the 100 best food cities in the world for 2024-25, out of which 8 cities are in Europe and 2 from Asia, with 1 featuring from India.

Syrian rebels launch large-scale attack on government forces in Aleppo province

November 28, 2024 6:22 pm

Opposition factions claimed they have wrestled control of over 15 villages from government forces, capturing a military base and hardware, and taking a number of soldiers hostage.

Top 10 family holiday destinations trending in 2024: Know which Indian city claims the second spot

November 29, 2024 8:55 am

Top 10 Trending Destinations for Family-Friendly Travel: In a remarkable mention, Ayodhya, located in Uttar Pradesh, India, has recently gained recognition as the second-most popular travel destination.

Top 10 fastest-developing cities globally: Asia dominates, with four Indian cities featured

November 22, 2024 3:32 pm

Fastest Developing Cities in the World 2024: Bengaluru in India leading the Savills Growth Index, followed by Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, based on their economy, population and wealth.

Top 10 countries to become global superpowers in the next decade: India's position explained

October 01, 2024 8:10 am

Top 10 countries to become global superpowers in the next decade: While the traditional superpower, the US, remains the dominant military, political, and economic power, countries like India and others are rapidly positioning themselves as influential players on the world stage.

GLOBAL VIDEOS

Accessing and ability to afford the internet: News in Numbers

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

Accessibility and affordability of the internet has fallen globally but India bucked this trend.

12th South Asian Games conclude

February 24, 2016 3:44 am

Guwahati, Feb 24 (ANI): The 12th South Asian games were declared close in a glittering ceremony that saw performances by eight live bands from across the northeastern states. India's regional supremacy went unchallenged as the hosts were crowned overall champions for the 12th consecutive time after notching up a record-breaking haul of 188 gold, 90 silver and 30 bronze medals taking the overall tally to 308. While Sri Lanka with a total of 186 medals came second, Pakistan begged third position with 106 medals. Afghanistan stood at fourth with a medal tally of 35, Bangladesh at fifth with 75 medals, Nepal secured sixth position with 60 medals, Maldives stands at seventh with a medal tally of 3 and Bhutan stands at eighth with a total of 16 medals. Cycling, football, hockey, squash, volleyball were among 23 sport disciplines of which 16 were held in Guwahati and 7 in Shillong. The hosting of the major international sporting event is part of the government's efforts to develop India's northeast region. The two hosting cities Guwahati and Shillong showcased the culture and heritage of northeast India. The mega sports extravaganza will help boost the state's tourism besides pushing infrastructural growth. The objective of decentralizing sports to centres outside the metros is laudable and the effort will boost economic growth and bring prosperity to the region, making India a global destination for sports.

Oracle Global CEO calls on PM Modi

February 12, 2016 7:04 am

New Delhi, Feb 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met the Global Chief executive officer (CEO) of Oracle Safra Ada Catz in the national capital. The Oracle Corporation is an American global computer technology corporation that primarily specialises in developing and marketing database software and technology, computer hardware systems and enterprise software products.

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