DEHRADUN: Residents of Uttarkashi alleged that unchecked construction in the Bhagirathi Eco Sensitive Zone (BESZ) and repeated disregard of their warnings led to the flattening of Dharali in the Aug 5 flash flood. Himalayayi Nagrik Drishti Manch, a people’s collective from the district, submitted a memorandum on Monday to the BESZ monitoring committee, the Union…
In a world obsessed with fleeting design fads, vintage style is quietly reclaiming the spotlight in 2025. Think of it as the “old money” approach to interiors: understated, enduring, and effortlessly elegant. This isn’t about turning your home into a dusty museum but about layering timeless pieces with modern sensibility. From well-worn wood to heirloom-worthy…
MUMBAI: R Doraiswamy, who took over as MD & CEO of LIC less than a month ago, wants the corporation to retain its position as the largest insurer. He speaks to TOI about LIC’s strategies.With both markets and interest rates down, how will you increase returns? Have you repriced any products because of the fall…
NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Monday sought views of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), National Commission for Women (NCW) and National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) on petitions by nine Muslim women challenging the validity of Talaq-e-Hasan, which enables a Muslim man to unilaterally divorce his wife by pronouncing talaq once a month…
Centipedes may not be the most harmful household pests, but their sudden presence can still be unnerving. As temperatures rise, these many-legged creatures often seek shelter indoors, usually in dark, damp areas. While they rarely pose a direct threat to humans, centipedes’ appearance often signals underlying issues such as other insect infestations or excess moisture….
Your positive outlook has the power to uplift not only yourself but also those around you today. Even in challenging situations, your hopeful attitude will create light and encouragement. People will be drawn to your energy and seek your support. Optimism will help you see solutions where others see problems. Share your bright perspective freely,…
NEW DELHI: Home minister Amit Shah Monday complimented the security forces for the successful, safe and smooth conduct of the Amarnath Yatra – coming as it did after the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor – highlighting that more than 4.1 lakh pilgrims visited the holy cave this year.“Over 4.14 lakh pilgrims did darshan of Baba…
MUMBAI: Tata Group‘s flagship hospitality arm, The Indian Hotels Company, (IHCL) is set to acquire a controlling stake in midscale chain Clarks, strengthening its play in the country where tourism and business travel are rapidly growing. IHCL, known for the Taj chain, will buy 51% each in ANK Hotels and Pride Hospitality for a total…
NEW DELHI: In his bellicose speech where he threatened to nuke India, Pakistan army chief Asim Munir put a target on Reliance Industries Ltd’s refinery – the world’s largest single-site refining complex – at Jamnagar in Gujarat in case of any future military conflict with New Delhi, indicating for the first time the intent to…
NEW DELHI: Members of Parliament raised with govt the ‘nuclear sabre-rattling’ by Pakistan army chief Asim Munir while in the US, as they asked how could such a statement be made from the soil of a “strategic ally” like America, while also pointing out that Munir’s earlier statement that was a precursor to the Pahalgam…
