The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has announced the commencement of the application process for its PhD program in management for 2025. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online via the official website, iiml.ac.in, with the deadline set for February 23, 2025. Steps to Apply: Visit the official website (iiml.ac.in). Click on the 'IIM Lucknow PhD Admission 2025' link. Register on the websit

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the Delhi Assembly elections, set for February 5, 2025, with votes being counted on February 8. Over 1.55 crore voters in the national capital will participate in the election to choose members of the 8th Delhi Assembly. A total of 13,033 polling stations will be set up across 70 constituencies, 12 of which are reserved. The Election Commission revealed that polling will take place in a single phase, with the last date

Political tensions in Telangana have surged as a violent clash erupted between Congress and BJP cadres in the Nampalli area of Hyderabad. The altercation, which took place outside the BJP state office, was sparked by a protest by Congress workers following offensive remarks made by former BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri about Priyanka Gandhi. The Congress protesters, reportedly throwing stones and eggs, triggered a violent confrontation with BJP supporters, leading to physical assaults with sticks and

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington has claimed the top spot as the No. 1 metropolitan area for relocation in 2024, according to U-Haul's Top U.S. Growth Metros and Cities report. This marks a significant leap for DFW, which climbed eight places from its No. 9 ranking in 2023—a proud achievement for the region. Sean Fullerton, president of U-Haul Company

The residential real estate segment, particularly luxury housing, saw remarkable growth in 2024, drawing increased interest from both end-users and buyers . As the Union Budget 2025-26 approaches, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to unveil measures aimed at further supporting the real estate sector. Key areas of focus include reducing the GST burden on developers, reviving the Credit Linked Subsidy Schem

Kanakapura Road, situated around 30 minutes from South Bengaluru's IT hub of Electronic City, has emerged as a significant arterial route connecting various localities while extending to the city's outskirts. Several major companies, including Infosys, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra, have operations in the area. While North Bengaluru remains one of the city's booming real estate micro-markets, Kanakapura Road is

Alienware Area-51 Laptop and Desktop Launch: Alienware, a subsidiary of Dell, unveiled the highly anticipated return of its Area-51 series during CES 2025. The new laptops and desktop are powered by the latest Intel and Nvidia hardware, making them ideal for gamers and power users. The Area-51 laptops come in 18-inch and 16-inch display sizes and offer configurations with up to 12TB of storage. The desktop model boasts up to 64GB

​​ HMPV Surge in China and India: China is experiencing a surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, leading to overcrowded hospitals and public health concerns. India has reported three new cases of HMPV, with two case

On Monday, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy inaugurated the Aramghar-Nehru Zoological Park flyover, the second-longest flyover in Hyderabad, which spans four kilometers and has been constructed at a cost of Rs 800 crore. This six-lane bi-directional flyover is expected to significantly alleviate the traffic congestion on the busy Hyderabad-Bangalore national highway, especially in the Aramghar and Nehru Zoological Park areas. The Chief Minister also named the flyover after former Pri

HONG KONG — A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck near one of Tibet’s most sacred cities on Tuesday, leaving at least 32 people dead, according to Chinese state media. The quake, recorded just after 9 a.m. local time (8 p.m. ET Monday), occurred at a depth of nearly 6 miles, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported. Chinese authorities measured the tremor at a magnitude of 6.8.

Major Winter Storm Causes Deaths, Power Outages, and Travel Chaos Across the U.S. A powerful winter storm wreaked havoc today as it swept from the Ohio Valley into the mid-Atlantic, bringing heavy snow, icy conditions, and widespread disruptions. Here’s what you need to know: Storm Impacts and Casualties

“Democracy Prevails”: Vice President Kamala Harris Certifies Donald Trump’s Return to the White House On Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris made a succinct yet powerful declaration to reporters in the Senate chamber when asked about presiding over the certification of the 2024 presidential election: “Democracy prevails.”

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially announced his resignation as the leader of the ruling Liberal Party and confirmed that he will step down as prime minister once a new leader is chosen to succeed him. Here’s a detailed recap of the day’s key developments: Trudeau declared that "this country deserves a real choice

The United States will soon allow highly skilled professionals, especially Indians working in specialized fields, to renew their H-1B visas without leaving the country. This change follows a successful pilot program launched a year ago, which involved approximately 20,000 participants. The new process, aimed at making visa renewals quicker and more convenient, eliminates the need for applicants to travel back to their home countries for a visa stamp. This has been a long-awaited relief for ma

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi was visibly emotional during a press conference today after BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri made controversial remarks about her father. Atishi, struggling to control her tears, expressed disbelief at the level of personal attack made against her elderly father. Bidhuri, a BJP candidate running against Atishi in the Kalkaji constituency, had targeted her over her surname and made unfounded accusations about her family’s past, including alleging their involvement wi

During his two-day visit to India, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan announced that the United States is taking steps to remove long-standing regulatory barriers preventing effective civil nuclear cooperation between India and the US. This move is expected to breathe new life into a landmark deal that has been in the works for over a decade. Sullivan revealed that the US is finalizing steps to enable cooperation between India’s nuclear agencies and US companies. The c

Infosys, the major IT company, has postponed its annual salary hike for the fourth quarter of FY 2024-25, following the last increase in November 2023. This delay highlights the ongoing uncertainties within the domestic IT sector. One of the key reasons cited for the slowdown is the lack of increased IT spending from clients, influenced by macroeconomic factors, including potential tariffs under the upcoming Donald Trump administration. Infosys is not alone in this move, as other large IT com

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who recently suffered from back spasms, is likely to be rested for most of India’s home white-ball series against England. The move is part of a strategy to ensure Bumrah’s fitness ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19. Bumrah, who had an outstanding performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, claiming 32 wickets, was unable to bowl in the final innings due to the injury. His back spasms are believed to be linked to his heavy

LONDON — In this historic election year, global governments faced a significant setback. The most notable defeat for Americans was Vice President Kamala Harris losing to President-elect Donald Trump. However, this is just one example of a broader trend seen across the globe, from India to Austria, Botswana to South Korea, and Britain to Uruguay. At the start of 2024, a media reported that the year would witness more elections than any other, with ove

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has given the state government six weeks to ensure proper disposal of Union Carbide factory waste in accordance with safety guidelines. This follows the shift of waste, sealed in 12 containers, from the defunct factory in Bhopal to a disposal site in Pithampur, about 250 km away, on January 2, 2025. The court’s decision comes after the state's Advocate General Prashant Singh expressed concerns about unrest in Pithampur due to misinformation about the wa