Search and scare: A tiny radioactive capsule lost on Australian desert highway

Search and scare: A tiny radioactive capsule lost on Australian desert highway

Australian mining giant Rio Tinto Ltd apologised for the loss of a tiny radioactive capsule owing to which a radiation alert has been issued across a state in Western Australia. The capsule is said to have fallen from a truck and it is still not clear for how long it has been missing. The capsule…

Delhi exceeds January’s normal mark in a single day with rainfall in a 24-hour

Delhi exceeds January’s normal mark in a single day with rainfall in a 24-hour

The national Capital recorded 20.4mm of rainfall in a 24-hour period between 8:30am on Sunday and Monday, India Meteorological Department (IMD) data revealed, with overnight showers allowing Delhi to cross the normal average monthly rainfall mark of 19.1mm for January, in a single day. The impact of this western disturbance is expected to weaken over…

Budget to put PM Modi’s fiscal resolve to test ahead of 2024 election: Report
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Budget to put PM Modi’s fiscal resolve to test ahead of 2024 election: Report

India will unveil its budget Wednesday, testing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fiscal mettle seen as key to boosting investor sentiment even as it will likely leave less room for handouts a year before he seeks a third term. Modi, who rides an enduring wave of popularity as his second term is coming to a close, looks poised…

KU, Cluster University postpones all exams scheduled on January 30
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KU, Cluster University postpones all exams scheduled on January 30

In view of heavy snowfall, the University of Kashmir (KU) and Cluster University Srinagar (CUS) Monday postponed all examinations that were scheduled to be held on January-30. Controller of Examinations at KU, Dr Majid Zaman said fresh dates for the deferred Examinations will be notified separately later. In the meantime, Controller of Examinations at Cluster…

Lucknow T20I: India draw level in series after bowlers restrict New Zealand to 99 for 8

Lucknow T20I: India draw level in series after bowlers restrict New Zealand to 99 for 8

India secured a wicket win over New Zealand in the second T20I in Lucknow on Sunday to level the series 1-1. In a low-scoring affair, the Indian bowlers impressed, with Arshdeep Singh being the pick of the bowlers with figures of seven for two. New Zealand had won the toss on the day and opted…

Air India Express flight makes emergency landing at Cochin airport

Air India Express flight makes emergency landing at Cochin airport

An Air India Express flight from Sharjah made an emergency landing at Cochin International Airport, Kochi on Sunday following a suspected hydraulic failure, a CIAL spokesperson said. A full emergency was declared at the international airport at 8.04 PM and the aircraft landed safely at 8.26 PM, the Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) spokesperson said….

Taj Mahal to be shut for 4 hours on February 12 to welcome G20 guests

Taj Mahal to be shut for 4 hours on February 12 to welcome G20 guests

The administration of Agra is working on war footing to welcome guests coming to the G20 conference in the city. College students were seen engaged in beautifying the route. The culture of the Braj region has been depicted by wall paintings on the walls of the city. Uttar Pradesh’s Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat is supervising…

‘Daughters create history’: Political leaders wish Team India on U19 Women’s T20 World Cup win

‘Daughters create history’: Political leaders wish Team India on U19 Women’s T20 World Cup win

India made history as they clinched the inaugural U19 Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, defeating England by seven wickets. India reached the target in 14 overs, chasing a target of 69 runs and losing only three wickets. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in congratulating the team.Congratulations to the Indian Team for a special…

Moderate to heavy snow/rain is expected across Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24-36hrs.

Moderate to heavy snow/rain is expected across Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24-36hrs.

Heavy to very heavy snowfall (1-5 feet) in higher reaches while moderate to heavy snowfall in plains of Kashmir during above period. South Kashmir plains particularly Kulgam Shopian & Anantnag may see heavy snowfall upto 1feet . Other plains of Kashmir also receive moderate/ heavy snowfall. Regards: Kashmir Weather Forecast