Further tranches of sovereign gold bonds are unlikely, said sources to Business Today TV. SGBs are government securities denominated in grams of gold and are substitutes for physical gold. According to sources, “SGB is a complex and expensive instrument”. SGBs are issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on behalf of the Indian government. … ‘Complex, expensive’: Further tranches of sovereign gold bonds unlikely
ISRO chairman S Somanath has said the space agency has completed the design for the next round of moon missions – Chandrayaan 4 and 5 – and is in the process of seeking government approval for the same. The Chandrayaan-4 mission includes bringing back moon rocks and soil to earth after a soft landing on … Chandrayaan 4-5 design complete; 70 satellites likely to be launched in 5 yrs: ISRO chief
Five decades of research into artificial neural networks have earned Geoffrey Hinton the moniker of the Godfather of artificial intelligence (AI). Work by his group at the University of Toronto laid the foundations for today’s headline-grabbing AI models, including ChatGPT and LaMDA. These can write coherent (if uninspiring) prose, diagnose illnesses from medical scans and … AI scientists are producing new theories of how the brain learns
WhatsApp is working on a new feature for the app that will allow users to select a default theme for the app. This theme will be independent of the theme setting of the phone. Till now, the WhatsApp theme is in sync with the default theme of the phone. So if the device is on … WhatsApp will soon allow users to choose a default theme for the app
Leafy greens Leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses, rich in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, as well as minerals like iron and calcium. They are low in calories and high in fibre, which supports digestive health and helps maintain a healthy weight. Berries Berries are loaded with antioxidants, particularly vitamin C and anthocyanins, which protect … Healthy foods you must add to your grocery shopping list
Chicken breasts are most people’s go-to option for daily protein intake. For some people, chicken makes up for the most part of their diet for health reasons. However, a recent study reveals that consumption of too much chicken may not be as healthy as we think. Chicken breast and ketchup – too much of it … Too much chicken can sneak in extra fat and sugar into your diet
Consuming red meat is related to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, according to an analysis of more than 19 lakh adults from 20 countries across world regions, including southeast Asia, providing the “most comprehensive evidence to date.” Published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal, the analysis found that a habitual consumption of … Red meat linked with increased diabetes risk: Lancet study
FOR ROASTING: – 1 tsp ghee / clarified butter, 1 cup vermicelli / semiya FOR MASALA PASTE – handful coriander, handful mint / pudina 1 chilli OTHER INGREDIENTS: – 2 tbsp ghee / clarified butter, 2 bay leaf, 3 pod cardamom, 1 inch cinnamon, 4 clove, 1 star anise, 1 tsp cumin / jeera, 15 … Vermicelli Pulao
Making the most of waste means using materials that would otherwise be thrown away to produce something unique and beneficial. Making imaginative and decorative home decor items out of leftover household products rather than throwing them away is one of the many methods to make the most of your trash. Used newspapers, used bottles, empty … Best out of waste ideas for home décor
You may not know but chia seeds are great for your skin. All you need is some chia seeds, oats and aloe vera. Mix these three ingredients and apply on your face to get rid of all the dirt from your skin. It clears all the dust particles that lead to acne and pimples. How … Chia seeds scrub to keep acne at bay
Hollywood actor, film director and producer Meg Ryan was honoured by the Sarajevo Film Festival with the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo for her contribution to the film industry. Ryan was one of four film authors who received the award, alongside US and Palestinian film directors Alexander Payne and Elia Suleiman and U.S. actor and producer … Meg Ryan honoured for achievement by Sarajevo Film Festival
Matthew Perry’s bedroom at Pacific Palisades house was found in a “disaster” condition after police arrived there and discovered the “Friends” actor’s body in his hot tub on October 28 last year. According to a source who has access to the crime scene photos from the police probe, “The master suite looked like someone was … Matthew Perry’s master bedroom suite was a ‘disaster’ after his death:
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, the Hollywood stars who rekindled their romance and married two decades after a high-profile split, are getting a divorce, TMZ and other media outlets reported on Tuesday, August 20. Lopez, singer of “Love Don’t Cost a Thing,” submitted divorce papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Tuesday, Aug 20, … Bennifer is officially over again
Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor, who is basking in the success of her recent horror-comedy offering ‘Stree 2′, has spoken up about why she hasn’t yet worked with the superstars of Hindi cinema, the holy trinity of Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan. During a podcast with Shubhankar Mishra, the ‘Aashiqui 2′ actress, said … Shraddha reveals why she never did a film with Khans
Bollywood’s dapper dude Sidharth Malhotra says his fashion journey has evolved a lot and that he ensures to invest time making sure each piece is tailored to perfection. Asked how he would describe his fashion game, Sidharth said, “I gravitate towards classic silhouettes with a subtle touch of masculine edge. My style is more about … My style is more about looking effortless: Sidharth
Cricket sensation Yuvraj Singh’s inspiring journey from prodigy to World Cup hero to cancer survivor is being adapted into a biopic film. The project will be produced by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and co-produced by Ravi Bhagchandka. The announcement of a biopic on Yuvraj Singh aims to bring his extraordinary life to the big screen, honouring … Yuvraj Singh’s biopic announced, cricketer says ‘deeply honored’
The Supreme Court on Friday, August 23, deferred till September 5 hearing on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s pleas seeking bail and challenging the arrest by the CBI in the alleged excise policy scam. A bench of justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan allowed the CBI to file its counter-affidavit and gave two days’ time … SC defers till Sept 5 hearing on Arvind Kejriwal’s plea for bail
Kolkata (TIP)- The CBI on Thursday, August 22, alleged in the Supreme Court that there was an attempt to cover up the rape and killing of the Kolkata doctor by the local police as the crime scene was altered by the time it took over the probe. In its status report filed in the Supreme … CBI sees cover-up bid, says crime spot altered
Kolkata (TIP)- The psychoanalytic profile of the arrested accused in the rape and murder of the woman doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Sanjay Roy, indicated that he was a pervert and severely addicted to pornography, a CBI officer said on Thursday, August 22. Quoting the doctors from New Delhi’s Central … Kolkata Rap-Murder : Accused has ‘animal-like instinct’, his psychoanalytic profile is of a pervert: CBI
New Delhi (TIP)- Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ukraine on Friday, August 23, becoming the first Indian head of government to travel to the country for a visit that is being closely watched for any steps that will be taken by New Delhi to help end the conflict triggered by Russia’s invasion in 2022. … PM Modi arrives in Ukraine as India aims to provide support for peace, stability
Srinagar (TIP)- National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday, August 22, said that his party has finalised an alliance with the Congress for all 90 assembly seats in Jammu & Kashmir, and added that they were open to also bringing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on board after the elections, indicating the possibility of … NC ties up with Congress for all 90 seats in J&K polls
Honored to lead India Day Parade as Grand Marshal, Dr Arya’s leadership roles and contributions to the community have brought her many laurels. By Parveen Chopra Chosen to lead the 13th India Day Parade of Long Island in Hicksville on August 25 caps many decades of community service by Dr Urmilesh Arya in both America … Dr. Urmilesh Arya’s lifetime of service in the US and India is laudable
WILLISTON PARK, NY (TIP): Varli Indian Street Kitchen opened its doors on August 21, 2024, in Williston Park, NY. This vibrant new restaurant is a celebration of the rich flavors and traditions of India, featuring a carefully curated menu of Indian-inspired dishes and innovative cocktails. Restaurateur Varli Singh, a passionate advocate for Indian culture and … For Indian Food lovers an Indian Restaurant just opened in Williston Park
SINGAPORE (TIP): An Indian-origin man was sentenced to seven years and six months’ jail for being a part of a group that duped a bank into disbursing more than SGD 5.1 million loans related to the sale of two houses here, a media report said on Tuesday, August 13. Bijabahadur Rai Shree Kantrai, 54, was … Indian origin jailed in Singapore for duping bank with housing deals
SOMERSET, NJ (TIP): An off-duty Edison Township police officer, Amitoj Oberoi, has been sentenced to 15 years in state prison after a drunken crash claimed the lives of two passengers on Route 27 in Franklin Township last August. The 31-year-old Franklin resident was sentenced Wednesday by Somerset County Superior Court Judge Jonathan Romankow. Oberoi received … Indian American police officer Amitoj Oberoi sentenced to 15 years for fatal drunk driving crash
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): A 36-year-old Indian-origin man has been shot and killed after a teenage boy robbed a convenience store in the US state of North Carolina, authorities said. Mainank Patel, the owner of the Tobacco House store at 2580 Airport Road, died after the shooting on Tuesday morning, the Salisbury Post reported. A juvenile … Indian-origin man shot dead by teenager in daylight robbery in North Carolina
ATLANTA, GA (TIP): On August 14, 2024, members of Atlanta’s Bengali community gathered at Global Mall in Norcross, Georgia, to protest the shocking rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor in Kolkata, West Bengal, now referred to as “Nirbhaya 2.0.” The incident, which took place on August 9, 2024, sparked the first protest in the United … Atlanta’s Bengali community unites to protest against rape and death of Kolkata doctor
HOUSTON, TX (TIP): A 90-foot-tall bronze ‘murti’ of Lord Hanuman, unveiled near here, symbolizing “a new milestone in the cultural and spiritual landscape of America,” has become the latest landmark in Texas visible from miles away, and the third tallest sculpture in the US. The Statue of Union, as it has been named, is one … 90-ft-tall Hanuman ‘murti’ becomes new landmark in Texas
The rising price of food lies at the core of India’s inflation The Economic Survey that preceded this year’s Union Budget presentation makes a suggestion which has implications for inflation control. It is that the price of food be taken out of the inflation target that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is mandated with. … The essence of India’s inflation problem