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Image credit: X/ Jaishankar NEW YORK: Slovakia on Monday backed India’s bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, with foreign minister Juraj Blanár saying India, as a leading country of the Global South and an emerging power in the Indo-Pacific, should have a place at the UN’s top decision-making body.The remarks … Read more
Henri Matisse (Photo: Henrimatisse.com) Henri Matisse was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker who is well regarded as one of the most important artists of the 20th century who defined modern art. He originally trained and worked as a law clerk, but everything changed in 1889, when appendicitis kept him bedridden for months; then his … Read more
The federal government has introduced legislation aimed at speeding up project approvals while making significant changes to collective bargaining and work-stoppage rules in federally regulated industries. The government introduced Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, on Sept. 21, saying it would streamline federal approvals, strengthen transportation and trade infrastructure, and create new tools for … Read more
Flying in the 1970s could feel less like simply getting from one city to another and more like attending an event. Jumbo jets had lounges, airlines competed through elaborate meals and drinks, and smoking was still permitted in parts of many aircraft. The experience came with freedoms that would seem unusual today. Some disappeared because … Read more
Maj Gen Mohit Seth took over as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) relieving Maj Gen SS Slaria who has moved to Headquarter Northern Command. JAMMU: Lieutenant General Mohit Seth will take over as the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Army’s Nagrota-based White Knight Corps (16 Corps) on Oct 1. He will replace Lt … Read more
The Indian kitchen of the 1960s looked very different from today. There were no instant noodles, ready-to-eat meals or supermarket aisles packed with dozens of snack brands. Yet packaged food was slowly becoming part of urban life.Some products that once felt familiar have almost disappeared from everyday conversation. Others survive only as old tins, faded … Read more
The Bald Range wildfire, that has forced people out of their homes in the south Okanagan region, burns in Summerland, British Columbia, Canada, late on Aug.8, 2026. Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP Police say they are continuing to work with wildfire personnel and others on a multi-agency investigation into the origin of the Bald … Read more
Supreme Court Friday pointed to five “evils” associated with the ban on liquor NEW DELHI: Holding that fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution cannot be interpreted in a restrictive manner, Supreme Court on Monday held that a person’s personal liberty cannot be invaded except in accordance with the procedure established by the Constitution, even if … Read more
Chicago is really going to have to bear down for a standing eight-count. The Bears weren’t doing much on offense in the persistent rain even before quarterback Caleb Williams departed after suffering a hamstring injury late in the game. But a week after putting up 59 points, making the scoreboard look like a Las Vegas … Read more
An idli stand can be used for more than just making idlis. The small moulds and stacked plates make it useful for steaming many other foods at home. You can use it to steam vegetables, momos, and dhokla, or prepare rice noodles and traditional sweets. It can also help you cook small portions without using … Read more