NEW DELHI: Even as hospital deliveries resumed after Covid, India recorded a sharp rise in babies dying just before birth in the post-pandemic period, according to a major national study analysing births between 2019 and 2022. The findings point to serious gaps in pregnancy care—losses that often go unnoticed and are grieved in private.The rise…
European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas on Tuesday welcomed the agreement, stating that India and Europe have the potential to significantly deepen cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, security and defence.India and the European Union have concluded long-running negotiations on a landmark free…
The headquarter if All India Football Federation. Inspired by the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Indian Super League (ISL) was set up in 2014 by Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), which had entered into a 15-year contract with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) in 2010. The franchise-based model featured celebrity owners such as Sachin…
Jos Buttler of England (Photo by Sameera Peiris/Getty Images) England stalwart Jos Buttler added another landmark to his glittering career on Tuesday, becoming only the second player from his country to feature in 400 international matches. The milestone came during the third ODI against Sri Lanka at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. At 35,…
The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has started the registration for the CUSAT Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026. This exam is for students who want to join undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the university. Registration started on January 27, 2026, and students can apply online on the official CUSAT admission website.CUSAT CAT is…
“You are characterless.”“Sports have very little scope for girls.”“Where is your dupatta? There are male teachers here.”“Only two girls?”“Menstrual leave? Your pay would be deducted.”“Don’t wear jeans.”“You’re grown up now. You shouldn’t be roaming around. It’s better for young girls to stay indoors.”“I think I’m barely considered a woman.”These lines are not lifted from the…
Imported European wines, whiskies and beers are set to become significantly cheaper in India following the conclusion of a “historic” free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, described by leaders of both India and EU as the “mother of all deals”.Under the pact unveiled, India will sharply reduce some of the import…
Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: The sustained aggression of Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav has made life tough for New Zealand’s bowlers in the ongoing T20I series, with the trio forcing the visitors to find ways to “remain calm”. However, bowling coach Jacob Oram urged his players to embrace…
Sarfaraz Khan’s road back to the Indian team is gathering momentum, and the Mumbai batter is making sure his case is impossible to ignore. Last seen in India colours in November 2024, Sarfaraz has since focused on transformation and output. He has trimmed down, sharpened his fitness, and, more crucially, drowned domestic attacks in runs.The…
When Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was conferred with the Ashok Chakra, it marked more than a personal milestone. It signalled a broader moment for India’s human space ambitions, a recognition of years of preparation, rigorous training, and an unwavering commitment to pushing the country’s scientific frontiers.For colleagues, he is simply “Shux”. For India, he stands…
