Vehicle transfers cost up to 10x statutory fees; UP, Bihar and Bengal ranked worst on the Ease of Vehicle Ownership Index 2026. NEW DELHI: Vehicle ownership transfers can cost up to 10 times the statutory fees, with total expenses, including agent charges, in the range of Rs 13,000-14,000 in parts of Bihar, Rs 7,000-8,000 in…
Representative Image of genetically engineered tomato plants displaying red-purple hues in a field in response to nitrogen deficiency (AI-generated image) Cornell University scientists have developed genetically engineered tomato plants that turn red-purple when nitrogen becomes scarce, giving farmers a visible warning that crops may need fertiliser. Called RedAlert, the plants have moved beyond greenhouse experiments…
NEW DELHI: The political row over the alleged purification ritual at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground following Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s rally last month has intensified, with the BJP Scheduled Caste Morcha performing a ‘buddhi-shuddhi’ ritual for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at Panchayati Temple in Dehradun.The development came as Uttarakhand Congress chief Ganesh Godiyal led a massive…
‘Rajinikanth Jailer 2’ is making more strides in theatres as the movie makes collections in its fourth week at the box office. The action entertainer, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is now in its third week and has been adding smaller amounts to its overall earnings. While the film’s daily numbers have come down considerably from…
US Vice President JD Vance US Vice President JD Vance said in a podcast released Tuesday (local time) that he feared a “real civil strife” had a 2024 attempt on Donald Trump’s life been successful.Vance made the remarks during a conversation with Christian podcaster Bryce Crawford. During the conversation, he cited the July 13, 2024,…
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said if the opposition brings any fresh impeachment motion against the country’s top poll officer, it will be examined according to rules and procedures. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said any fresh motion seeking the impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar would be examined…
PM Modi mimicry at Rahul Gandhi event NEW DELHI: BJP on Sunday criticised the Congress after stand-up comedian Pulkit Mani mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an event attended by party leader Rahul Gandhi in Madhya Pradesh, with Union ministers and other BJP leaders targeting the opposition party and Congress MP over the performance.The comedian…
Sandeep Anand gets bail in Hyderabad hit-and-run case; art director Anand Sai’s son accused in fatal Sandeep Anand, son of noted art director Anand Sai, has been granted bail in connection with a fatal hit-and-run case in Hyderabad. The incident reportedly took place near the Outer Ring Road (ORR) and Khajaguda.As reported by Siasat, the…
On August twenty-sixth, twenty twenty-six, Ren Shen Day enhances intuition and promotes keen judgment, aiding in thoughtful decisions. Those born under the Tiger and Pig signs should tread carefully regarding unexpected changes and financial issues. Meanwhile, Rats and Dragons may notice increased clarity and helpful insights. For Snakes, this day encourages quiet reflection and optimal…
TOI has learnt that the road transport ministry recently notified a “catastrophic event” in the case of widening and strengthening of a 45-km stretch of NH-727B in Uttar Pradesh after an accident during construction claimed two lives and left one with grievous injury in March. NEW DELHI: In a first, the road transport ministry has…
