Crop insurance boost: Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to transfer Rs 3,200 cr PMFBY claims on Monday; new rules bring faster payouts – Times of India

Crop insurance boost: Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to transfer Rs 3,200 cr PMFBY claims on Monday; new rules bring faster payouts – Times of India

Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will digitally transfer Rs 3,200 crore in crop insurance claims on Monday under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to 30 lakh farmer beneficiaries. The transfer will take place during an event in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, attended by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Union Minister of State for Agriculture Bhagirath…

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Pay to skip US Green Cards queue? New law could bring fast-track feature

Pay to skip US Green Cards queue? New law could bring fast-track feature

A new bipartisan immigration bill, the Dignity Act of 2025, was officially introduced in the US House of Representatives, aiming to overhaul parts of the US immigration system, provide a legal pathway for certain undocumented immigrants and strengthen border security. Notably, the bill allows Green Card applicants waiting over 10 years to fast-track their applications…

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Solar Eclipse on August 2: Will it really bring ‘6 minutes of darkness’ in the world? NASA answers after viral buzz | – The Times of India

Solar Eclipse on August 2: Will it really bring ‘6 minutes of darkness’ in the world? NASA answers after viral buzz | – The Times of India

Solar eclipses have fascinated humanity for thousands of years. Historically, eclipses were often seen as omens, influencing myths and legends. Today, there are opportunities for scientific research, including studying the Sun’s corona and testing astronomical theories. Because total eclipses are rare and visible only along narrow paths, many enthusiasts travel thousands of miles to experience…

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Solar Eclipse August 2 will bring 6 minutes of total darkness; Check, date, time, and visibility areas for a once-in-100-years phenomenon | – The Times of India

Solar Eclipse August 2 will bring 6 minutes of total darkness; Check, date, time, and visibility areas for a once-in-100-years phenomenon | – The Times of India

On August 2, 2027, a remarkable total solar eclipse will darken the skies over parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. For up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds, the Moon will completely obscure the Sun, casting a dramatic shadow over Earth in what is being called the “Great North African Eclipse.” This…

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Solar Eclipse on August 2 will bring 6 minutes of total darkness; check, date, time, and visibility areas for a once-in-100-years phenomenon | – The Times of India

Solar Eclipse on August 2 will bring 6 minutes of total darkness; check, date, time, and visibility areas for a once-in-100-years phenomenon | – The Times of India

On August 2, 2027, a remarkable total solar eclipse will darken the skies over parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. For up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds, the Moon will completely obscure the Sun, casting a dramatic shadow over Earth in what is being called the “Great North African Eclipse.” This…

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How ‘Grace’ will bring Shubhanshu Shukla back to Earth – The Times of India

How ‘Grace’ will bring Shubhanshu Shukla back to Earth – The Times of India

File photo: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla BENGALURU: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and his three Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission crewmates are expected to undock from International Space Station (ISS) at 4.35 pm IST on July 14, according to current plans. If everything goes as planned, Crew Dragon – nicknamed “Grace” – is expected to splash down off…

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EXCLUSIVE | ‘They bring the best out of me’ – Tadej Pogacar on rivalry with Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel ahead of Tour de France | More sports News – Times of India

EXCLUSIVE | ‘They bring the best out of me’ – Tadej Pogacar on rivalry with Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel ahead of Tour de France | More sports News – Times of India

Tadej Pogacar (Image source: SWpix.com) Tadej Pogacar enters the Tour de France – the oldest and most prestigious multi-stage bicycle race – as a clear favourite. Recent form of having won the Critérium du Dauphiné boosted his credentials. He is a three-time Tour de France winner and the defending champion of the 21 stage race…

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MS Dhoni’s replacement? ‘We are interested’ – CSK official discloses plans to bring in an India wicketkeeper-batter | Cricket News – Times of India

MS Dhoni’s replacement? ‘We are interested’ – CSK official discloses plans to bring in an India wicketkeeper-batter | Cricket News – Times of India

CSK are eyeing Sanju Samson for the 2026 IPL season Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have expressed strong interest in acquiring Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson during the ongoing IPL 2026 trade window. The wicketkeeper-batsman, retained by RR for ₹18 crore, has emerged as one of the most sought-after Indian players, with multiple franchises reportedly approaching…

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