In a significant bust, authorities from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) apprehended a 28-year-old man from Rajasthan at Chennai International Airport for attempting to smuggle a substantial quantity of cocaine worth approximately Rs. 28 crore.
Apex Court queries EC on EVM-VVPAT cross-checking
In a crucial development, the Supreme Court has posed several queries to the Election Commission (EC) regarding the cross-checking of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) data against Voter-Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) records.
Cong distances itself from Pitroda’s remarks
In a stunning own goal that has pushed the Congress on the backfoot, senior party leader Sam Pitroda today stoked the debate over the BJP’s allegations that the Congress is planning a redistribution of wealth.
Internet subscribers reach 936.16 mn in India
The number of Internet subscribers reached 936.16 million at the end of December 2023, registering a quarterly rate of growth 1.96 per cent from 918.19 million at the end of September, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) said on Tuesday.
India’s sugar demand surges in heat wave
Sugar consumption this year is poised to hit a record high as demand during the peak summer season gets a boost from heat waves and the mobilisation of millions for elections in the scorching temperatures.
Microsoft launches lightweight AI model
Microsoft opens new tab on Tuesday launched a lightweight artificial intelligence model, as it looks to attract a wider client base with cost-effective options
Spending quality time in nature may lower heart disease, diabetes risk: Study
Do you enjoy your time spent in nature? It may help lower inflammation levels, linked to the risk of heart disease and diabetes, finds a study.
ISL announces tentative venue for 2023-24 final
The Indian Super League (ISL) on Tuesday announced that the 2023-24 season final is scheduled for May 4 and will be played at the home ground of the higher-ranked team in the league amongst the finalists.
Australian pacer Bartlett joins Kent for 2024 season
Australian quick Xavier Bartlett has joined Kent for the first eight matches of the 2024 Vitality Blast after Cricket Australia blocked the fast bowler from playing for them in the County Championship.
Naraine rules out return to Windies T20 WC squad
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine has emerged as one of the most in-form players in the Indian Premier League. His promotion as an opener has seen him
