South Africa’s Simon Harmer, center, celebrates the dismissal of India’s Rishabh Pant. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin has delivered a brutally honest assessment of India’s shocking batting collapse at Eden Gardens, insisting that the current generation of Indian batters is no longer the best against spin. India crashed to a 30-run defeat against South…
KOLKATA: Sunday saw India suffer their fourth consecutive Test defeat to a SENA country at home, all of them mostly on turning wickets. A cause for concern, surely. Either the wickets are not suiting India or the technique of playing on them is lacking. Despite playing with four spinners, a relatively unknown Simon Harmer dazzled.And…
Japan’s economy suffered its first setback in six quarters as exports faltered under US tariffs, while Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s new administration moves to assemble a large stimulus plan to steady growth.Government figures released on Monday showed that gross domestic product fell 0.4% between July and September, with the annualised decline coming to 1.8%. ‘If…
JELET 2025 answer key: The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the final answer key for the Joint Entrance Examination for Lateral Entry (JELET) 2025 on its official website. The publication follows a detailed scrutiny of objections submitted by candidates during the answer key challenge window.Subject experts reviewed all representations and recommended…
Paresh Rawal’s ‘The Taj Story’ is a box office success, exceeding expectations with a Rs 19.31 crore collection. The film, exploring historical facts about the Taj Mahal, has already turned a profit on its Rs 7-8 crore budget. Despite controversy, its steady performance and Rawal’s impactful role are drawing audiences, with further projects like ‘Hera…
Smoking is the most notable preventable risk factor, doubling the chances of developing the disease. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to chronic pancreatitis, which increases the likelihood of cancer. Diets high in processed meats, saturated fats, and refined sugars are also linked to a higher risk, while those rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole…
US President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind a new wave of hard-hitting sanctions aimed at isolating Russia, warning that countries maintaining trade ties with Moscow—and potentially Iran—will be “very severely sanctioned.”Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Trump said he supported congressional efforts to advance tougher penalties on Russia and President Vladimir Putin. “I hear…
Leonid meteors streak across Qatar’s night sky tonight / AI-Generated Image Get ready to ditch the city lights and look up! The celestial event of the month, the Leonid meteor shower, is about to light up the sky, peaking on the night of November 16-17, 2025. These dazzling “shooting stars” are renowned as some of…
Lothar Matthaus (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav) Kolkata : If Diego Maradona didn’t exist, could the football world be able get a Lothar Matthaus? Or vice versa? Sometimes, some friendships are born of a rivalry, unexpectedly but eventually as a necessity to thrive on each other’s exploits before becoming part of football folklore.Matthaus — assigned to…
Kumar Sangakkara and Rahul Dravid NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals have turned to a trusted figure to revive their fortunes, announcing that Kumar Sangakkara will return as head coach for IPL 2026, in addition to continuing his role as Director of Cricket. The franchise confirmed the move on Monday, bringing an end to Rahul Dravid’s one-season…
Chennai schools open despite Tamil Nadu IMD Orange alert and calm weather in North TN Chennai and northern Tamil Nadu are experiencing calm weather despite an IMD Orange alert issued for several coastal districts. Residents reported no heavy rainfall, and all schools in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur, and nearby areas remain open, contrary to earlier media…
Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa’s ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ has surprised at the box office, crossing Rs 78 crore despite a slow fourth weekend. The romantic thriller’s success, especially against bigger releases, has opened doors for Rane, with offers for ‘Force 3’ and a potential solo lead film. This mid-budget drama’s performance is a significant…
For thousands of years, saffron has been revered for its multi-use. From ancient beauty secrets to a famous kitchen spice, saffron is known for its vibrant colour, aroma and healing properties. In recent years, saffron has captured modern scientific attention for a very different reason: its impressive potential in treating Alzheimer’s disease. Surprisingly, this traditional…
Paige Greco. Image via: Shuji Kajiyama/ AP Australian Paralympic champion Paige Greco has died at the age of 28 following a sudden medical episode at her Adelaide home on Sunday. Greco, a para-cyclist born with cerebral palsy, rose to prominence after winning Australia’s first gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Her triumph in…
NEW DELHI: A tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia has left 42 Umrah pilgrims feared dead, mostly Indians, with officials confirming that only one person survived. The passenger bus collided with a diesel tanker early Monday while traveling from Mecca to Medina.Most passengers were reportedly asleep when the crash occurred around 1.30 am IST. Several…
NEW DELHI: The Indian government, following the tragic bus accident near Medina in Saudi Arabia that reportedly killed 42 passengers, has released emergency helpline numbers to assist families. The Consulate General of India in Jeddah has activated a 24×7 control room, with the following contact details: 8002440003 (toll free), 0122614093, 0126614276, 0556122301 (WhatsApp).The crash occurred…
Ravindra Jadeja plays a shot during the third day of the first Test. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHi: India’s crushing 30-run defeat to South Africa in under three days at Eden Gardens has sparked a fresh, uncomfortable question about the future of Test cricket — and former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes the answer has been…
CLSA has an underperform rating on Jubilant Foodworks with the target price at Rs 477. Analysts said the company missed its sales estimates, which was known. Its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) margin was below consensus but slightly improved sequentially, while gross margin improved slightly as it raised prices and packaging charges….
When the H-1B visa curbs tightened, the American Dream didn’t just flicker; it shattered, shrank, and crumbled for thousands of Indian professionals. Yet, the louder noise reverberated through the corridors: Would the tremors in Washington rattle India’s dreams, its pipeline, or its economy? Fortunately, the early signals said otherwise.At a metro station outside the Indian…
De De Pyaar De 2, featuring the dynamic duo of Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh, kicked off with solid figures at the box office, yet it struggled to reach the heights of its predecessor. Despite showing a promising uptick over the weekend with a total of Rs 34.75 crore, it still trails the original,…
