Belief, preparation drive Paraguay’s historic FIFA WC victory
Foxborough, June 30 (IANS) Paraguay’s players and coach credited belief, preparation and determination after stunning four-time champion Germany on penalties to reach the FIFA World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday. Paraguay advanced 4-3 in the shootout…
Govt holds third preparatory meeting for BRICS Women Track
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The government has convened the Third Preparatory Meeting of the BRICS Women Track under India’s BRICS Chairship to prepare for the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting and the BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting from July 6 to…
Govt extends last date for filing GST Appellate Tribunal appeals to July 31
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The government has extended the deadline for filing appeals before the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) to July 31 after representations from stakeholders over technical difficulties caused by a surge in filings…
‘The Angry Birds Movie 3’ trailer pushes Red into unfamiliar territory
Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) The makers of ‘The Angry Birds Movie 3’ have released the official trailer on social media. It offered a fresh glimpse into the next chapter of the animated franchise. The trailer teases a new storyline that pushes Red into…
Afghanistan to demine vast areas in hazardous eastern provinces
Kabul, June 30 (IANS) The Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority announced late Monday the signing of a joint cooperation agreement with a leading mine clearance organisation aimed at tackling the persistent threat of landmines and unexploded…
Hamilton takes ‘heaps of confidence from India’ heading into T20 WC semis
London, June 30 (IANS) Australia fast bowler Lucy Hamilton says she will carry renewed belief into her side’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final against the West Indies after producing three disciplined performances with the new ball during the…
TN floats tender for 2.5 lakh devices to activate rural broadband network
Chennai, June 30 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has moved to operationalise its extensive rural fibre-optic network by floating a tender to procure 2.5 lakh Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), paving the way for high-speed broadband connectivity to reach homes,…
Apple to release software updates earlier to tackle AI-driven cyber threats
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) US-based tech giant Apple is accelerating the rollout of software updates to strengthen user security as artificial intelligence (AI) makes it easier for cybercriminals to develop hacking tools, the company said in a statement,…
Virat Karrna on playing a Nagasadhu in ‘Nagabandham’: I felt some divine energy protecting us!
Chennai, June 30 (IANS) Actor Virat Karrna, who plays the lead in director Abhishek Nama’s much-awaited mythological action drama ‘Nagabandham: The Secret Treasure’, has now disclosed that he felt a divine energy protecting them while…
From Brass Tortoise to Maheshwari Silk: PM Modi’s gifts to Seychelles leadership showcase India’s cultural heritage
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented specially curated gifts to Seychelles leaders during his three-day state visit to the archipelago nation, showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage. PM Modi gifted Muradabadi Brass Tortoise…