The government has planned to manufacture 260 rakes of Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets as part of efforts to upgrade long-distance rail travel with advanced safety systems and passenger comfort features, according to Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.The programme will be executed in phases covering prototype development, testing, trials…
By Agneshwar SenThe conclusion of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement marks a defining moment in India’s contemporary trade diplomacy. Beyond tariff schedules and market access gains, the agreement signals a conscious shift in India’s approach to economic integration—away from the instinctive caution that has shaped its trade policy for much of the past decade,…
December 2025 CPI inflation: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for the month of December 2025 rose to 1.33% compared to the same month in 2024. This is a rise of 62 basis points from November 2025, and the figure stands at a 3-month high. RBI has an inflation target of 4% with a 2%…
The cooling nights, soft light, and presence of a bowl of waiting apples in the kitchen often herald a shift in eating patterns. As different seasons approach, mealtime turns more luxurious and filling, but a sweet finale is a desire that may never diminish. Here comes the role of apples. Being sweet by nature, satisfying…
Image: https://www.prada-beauty.com/ Prada, the Italian luxury house that usually makes you think of sleek leather, minimalist couture, and runway vibes, just dropped a perfume inspired by chai. Yes, chai, that beloved, steaming cup of milky, spicy goodness that’s basically a cultural institution here.Their latest fragrance is called Infusion de Santal Chai, and it’s part of…
It’s Deepika Padukone’s birthday today and her hubby, Ranveer Singh seemed to have got the celebrations started by treating her to something homely while holidaying in New York City. Ranveer reportedly added a homely touch to their celebrations by treating the birthday girl to a comforting Indian meal, ahead of her birthday. The star couple…
LASIK is a popular choice for corrective eye surgery, which is considered safe, effective and highly successful. But this eye surgery comes with its own share of side effects. One of the most common problems patients face after post-LASIK is feeling dryness in the eye or simply “dry eyes”. According to Optometrists.org, around 95 percent…
Nettle tea can be quite daunting, but the traditional herbal tea has been used for centuries due to the health benefits it provides. Nettle tea is made from the leaves of the stinging nettle plant, but the stinging properties of the leaves are lost in the process of drying or steeping the tea, making it…
Arshdeep Singh and teammates. (Image: X/BCCI) DHARAMSHALA: For a long time leading up to the T20 World Cup in 2024, India copped a lot of criticism for their rather conservative approach to batting in the format. When the transition happened under new coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav, the batting line-up was filled with…
As winter’s chill and seasonal illnesses arrive, hot pot offers a comforting solution. A remedy for the winter blues, seasonal colds, and that bone-deep chill. This ancient Chinese communal meal, part ritual and part mood-booster, brings people together around a bubbling broth. From its historical roots to modern microwave adaptations, hot pot provides a personalized…