A small aircraft has crashed near Austin in Texas, killing all five people on board, according to a county official.The incident took place on Thursday night in Wimberley, around 40 miles (64 kilometres) south-west of Austin, Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra said in a Facebook post on Friday.Becerra confirmed the aircraft involved was a Cessna…
A proposed High-Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat will examine balance sheet constraints faced by public sector banks and ways to better leverage their capital, Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju said on Friday, PTI reported.The government is expected to announce the terms of reference for the panel soon.âThis committee is expected to review the…
Cricket Canada has ushered in a new era, appointing Monty Desai as the head coach of the menâs national team, with the board calling it a âpivotal momentâ for the countryâs cricketing future.Desai, a seasoned coach with over two decades of international experience, brings with him a proven track record in Associate cricket. One of…
The University of Delhi has officially postponed postgraduate (PG) and professional semester examinations that were scheduled to be held between May 20 and May 25, 2026. The decision, announced on May 1, has been attributed to âunavoidable circumstances,â according to a formal notification issued by the university administration.The move impacts a large number of students…
Shah Rukh Khanâs explosive 2012 altercation at Mumbaiâs Wankhede Stadiumâone of the Indian Premier Leagueâs most controversial off-field momentsâhas resurfaced, with former Assistant Commissioner of Police Iqbal Shaikh now calling it a case of âmiscommunicationâ that spiralled out of control.Recounting the high-voltage night, Shaikh revealed he was on duty when the situation escalated shortly after…
Indiaâs two-wheeler market has kicked off FY2026 on a strong note, with leading manufacturers reporting healthy growth in April. Demand remained robust across motorcycles and scooters, especially in the domestic market, while exports also showed positive momentum for most brands. Hereâs how the brands performed. Two-wheeler sales April 2026: Hero MotoCorp emerged as the top-selling…
Step outside into 45-47°C heat and it is not just uncomfortable. It is immediate and overwhelming. The sun beats down relentlessly as the air feels heavy and unbearably still, hitting your face like a wave from an open furnace and clinging to the skin even as you step into shade. Within minutes, the body begins…
China has transformed vertical transportation with the unveiling of the worldâs longest outdoor escalator. Stretching an impressive 905 meters, this engineering marvel resides in Wushan County, Chongqing Municipality. Shaped like a dragon, it helps visitors ascend what would be an 80-story climb in just 20 minutes. This innovation replaces what used to be a tiring…
Indiaâs mining and metals sector needs a fresh look at environmental compliance norms as rising exploration costs and depletion of high-grade mineral reserves create new pressures for the industry, experts said on Thursday, PTI reported.The sector, which is estimated to account for up to 7 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, currently requires environmental…
India team members celebrate after their quarter-final win. (X Photo) NEW DELHI: India delivered a commanding and clinical performance to storm into the semifinals of the Thomas Cup, defeating Chinese Taipei 3-0 in a one-sided quarterfinal on Friday to guarantee themselves at least a bronze medal.The tie was sealed in style by Ayush Shetty, who…
