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J&K may soon be power surplus; Mega hydropower projects in offing [details]

To make J&K a power surplus region in the country, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed for implementation of much awaited Mega Hydro Power projects. L-G Manoj Sinha said, "J&K is taking a quantum leap from power deficit to power surplus in the next four years."

Jan 4, 2021

PM Modi to dedicate Kochi-Mangaluru gas pipeline to nation on Jan 5

Prime Minister Narendra Modi would dedicate the Kochi-Mangaluru natural gas pipeline to the nation on Tuesday -- an important milestone towards the creation of 'One Nation, One Gas Grid'.

Jan 4, 2021

Karnataka shops, restaurants allowed to operate 24/7; govt issues guidelines [Details]

The move is aimed at generating employment and accelerating economic growth. No employee should be made to work more than ten hours a day and be allowed to take a off once a week on a rotation basis.

Jan 3, 2021

iQOO 7 BMW edition with Snapdragon 888, 120W fast-charging launching on Jan 11

As per a teaser shared by the company, the rear panel of the iQOO 7 BMW edition appeared to have a triple rear camera which is placed in a triangle pattern.

Jan 1, 2021

Sony PS5 pre-orders in India begin Jan 12; sales from Feb 2

The PlayStation 5 will cost you Rs 49,990 for the normal edition while the digital edition will set you back by Rs 39,990.

Jan 1, 2021

Wrap up 2020: Dil Bechara tops Google list of most searched films, other trending films to watch on OTT

Wrap up 2020: Let's end the year by watching some great stories that made us survive the pandemic. It's that time of the year again and it's time to up your New Year's binge-watch game. A look at some of the trending films on OTT

Dec 29, 2020

Kanika Kapoor: 2020 has taught me to be more resilient, strong and to be happy with what you have (Exclusive )

Speaking exclusively with IBTimes India, Kanika Kapoor opened up about how the year 2020 was for her, her new song Jugni 2.0 and how her kids ere the inspiration behind her song. Scroll down to read

Dec 28, 2020

Donald Trump busy golfing, Pence skiing while US records highest COVID-19 deaths

The outgoing U.S President Trump rebranded the past Christmas week as a 'busy' one. He is now seen golfing this December, unfortunately, at a time when most families across the states are unable to put a meal on the table to celebrate the occasion owing to financial distress.

Dec 28, 2020

Wrap up 2020: Hollywood celebs who lost their lives in 2020

From James Bond star Sean Connery to NBA star Kobe Bryant to Black Panther hero Chadwick Boseman and Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek -- Hollywood's top stars who died in 2020.

Dec 27, 2020

Wonder Woman 1984: Everything Diana stood for as superhero in 2017 just wiped off in 2020

Wonder Woman was a superhero who was the saving grace for the entire DC Comics franchise, but now it lseems to have joined the 'league' of disappointment, not doing 'justice' to her character

Dec 25, 2020

Donald Trump achieved what no other US President could in 4 years [Must See]

From lowering taxes to brokering peace deals, Donald Trump's legacy as the President packs in more than just one tenure.

Dec 25, 2020

Netflix's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: Viola Davis' wig had 'dung and lice eggs'

Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is currently streaming on Netflix and is garnering all the love and praise for portraying the life of Blues singer, Ma Rainey.

Dec 23, 2020

India gets $500 million World Bank loan for Green National Highways Corridors Project

The World Bank loan helps to modernize national highway corridors in the states of Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh for safety, environment, besides taking up a study of climate resilience of about 5,000 km of the National Highway network

Dec 23, 2020

Data suggests Hyderabad more secure than London, crime rate drops by 10% in 2020

But due to the internet usage that saw a persistent increase as people were forced to stay indoors in the backdrop of Covid-induced lockdown, the rate of cybercrime in Hyderabad has gone up by some 1,100 cases this year

Dec 22, 2020

GOP's $600 stimulus check a 'joke' on Americans; Pelosi faces netizens' wrath [see reactions]

Pelosi says $600 is a significant amount for working families, but social media compares it to her monthly ice-cream bills. See how Americans reacted.