Insights
Englishहिंदी

For the best experience, use the Insights app.

Get
BusinessPhoto: Hindustan Times

Centre Invites Bids for Two Offshore Mineral Blocks in Andaman Sea

The Union Ministry of Mines has invited bids to explore two offshore mineral blocks in the Andaman Sea, covering 1,632 square kilometers. The blocks, Sewell Rise-01 and West Sewell Ridge-01, contain polymetallic nodules with nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese. This move aims to boost India's access to critical minerals for manufacturing, clean energy, and emerging technologies. The ministry briefed stakeholders on auction procedures and financial support for exploration.

Hindustan Times·

Read full article
Swipe up for next
PoliticsPhoto: Times of India

Anish Gawande: Rahul Gandhi Urged 24-Hour Protest Readiness

NCP(SP) spokesperson Anish Gawande criticized the preventive arrest of CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, calling it bizarre. He stated that Rahul Gandhi instructed the INDIA bloc to be ready for protests on 24 hours' notice. The bloc is seeking Supreme Court intervention regarding the arrests and Election Commission issues.

Times of India·

Read full article
Swipe up for next
HealthPhoto: TOI World

William Shatner's Kidney Stone Sold for $75,000 to Help Louisiana Family

William Shatner's kidney stone, a small black stone removed from the Star Trek actor, was sold for $75,000. A Canadian gambling company purchased the stone, turning it into a unique fundraising item. The proceeds from the sale helped a family in Louisiana secure a new home, transforming an unusual medical event into a charitable cause.

TOI World·

Read full article
Swipe up for next
PoliticsPhoto: News18

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Accuses CJP of Acting as AAP's B-Team

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta accused the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) of acting like a 'B-Team' of the Aam Aadmi Party. She challenged CJP to protest in Punjab over the killing of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh, questioning why the party does not protest in opposition-ruled states like Punjab, Tamil Nadu, or Kerala. Gupta also accused opposition parties of colluding with foreign elements to harm India.

News18··Delhi

Read full article
Swipe up for next
WorldPhoto: Mint

Air India Flight Diverted to Jaipur After Hijack Alert Code 7500

An Air India flight AI-2030 from Frankfurt to Delhi was diverted to Jaipur on Wednesday morning after the pilot briefly transmitted the international hijack alert code 7500, prompting an emergency response. The Boeing 787-9 aircraft landed safely at Jaipur International Airport and was taken to an isolation bay. Security agencies conducted checks following a suspected bomb threat and distress signal received by Ahmedabad ATC.

Mint··Jaipur

Read full article
Swipe up for next
TechnologyPhoto: NDTV Tech

iQOO Neo 12 Design and Display Specs Revealed Before Launch

iQOO has revealed the front design of the upcoming iQOO Neo 12 smartphone, showing a flat display with narrow bezels and a centered hole-punch camera. The phone, launching later this month in China, will feature a 2K display with a 185Hz refresh rate, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a dedicated Q3 gaming chip.

NDTV Tech·

Read full article