India can avert power shortages and save consumers up to Rs 2.5 lakh crore by doubling air conditioner energy efficiency over the next decade. A new study suggests this move will significantly reduce peak demand, preventing blackouts and costly grid fixes. Higher efficiency ACs, despite initial costs, offer substantial long-term savings.
Aaron Rodgers, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ star player, has often spoken about how happy he has been in his life ever since he got married to his wife even as his ex girlfriend Shailene Woodley has often spoken about how their break up caused her depression. While Aaron Rodgers’ wife’s identity has not been revealed yet,
Saudi Arabia is capitalizing on the Iran war’s disruption of the Strait of Hormuz to advance its goals as a regional energy and logistics hub. The kingdom’s existing infrastructure and strategic Red Sea ports are facilitating continued oil exports and absorbing increased trade, boosting its revenue and accelerating development plans for a crucial East-West trade
US president Donald Trump’s presidency has shifted to muscular interventionism, beginning with the swift overthrow of Venezuela’s Maduro. Now, the focus turns to Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island presents a more cohesive political structure, a disciplined military, and a population prepared for conflict, making the ‘Venezuela model’ unlikely to succeed.
A 24-year-old woman tragically died after allegedly consuming acid at her husband’s home in Kasaragod. Fathimath Sufaida’s family claims she faced harassment over dowry. An altercation preceded the incident, with her husband reportedly preventing her departure and destroying her phone. Police have taken the husband into custody.
Sitharaman defends PM’s austerity call; hits out at critics for ‘peddling pessimism’ The Tribune
India’s economy faces pressure from the US-Iran conflict, impacting fuel prices, fertiliser subsidies, and forex reserves, Finance Minister Sitharaman warned. Meanwhile, West Bengal opened its first holding centre for suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals. In Karnataka, a leadership decision for the Congress is imminent, while Iran demands $12 billion in frozen assets before US talks.
President Droupadi Murmu presented 66 Padma awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Violinist N Rajam received Padma Vibhushan. Actor Dharmendra was honored posthumously with Padma Vibhushan. Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee received Padma Shri. The ceremony recognized distinguished service in various fields. A total of 131 Padma awards were approved for 2026.
