Mt Everest is higher than we thought, says Nepal

Mount Everest is higher than previously thought, Nepal and China said on Tuesday, settling a long-running conflict over the height of the world’s tallest peak that straddles their shared border.

Qatar to allow rainbow flags at 2022 World Cup

Rainbow flags will be allowed in stadiums at the 2022 World Cup as Qatar said anti-LGBTQ laws would not be enforced at matches to comply with FIFA regulations promoting tolerance and inclusion.

Biden wants retired general to be made Pentagon chief

US President-elect Joe Biden has made his case for retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin to be secretary of defence, urging Congress to waive a legal prohibition against a recently serving military officer running the Pentagon.

Global Covid-19 cases top 68 million

The overall number of global coronavirus cases has topped 68 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 1.55 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University.

LVB logo, website tweaked post DBS merger

In a notification on LVB’s website, customers have been informed that they can continue to use their existing bank accounts, debit cards and cheque books seamlessly for transactions pan-India as earlier.

Rajini holds political discussion

Days after he announced floating a political party, actor Rajinikanth today visited his Raghavendra Mandapam and held detailed discussions with Rajini Makkal Mandram chief coordinator Arjuna Murthy and political advisor Tamilaruvi Manain