Abhishek Sharma misses Team India’s Delhi training session (Photo by PTI and TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: Team India opener Abhishek Sharma missed the team’s first training session in New Delhi due to illness on Tuesday. According to a report from Cricbuzz, he is also suffering from stomach problems, and his availability for the next match against…
GATE 2026 answer key expected soon The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) paper was conducted on February 8. Candidates who appeared for the exam are now waiting for the official answer key and response sheets. Once released, these documents will help candidates check their marked responses and…
Arijit Singh performed his first live show in Kolkata since quitting new playback gigs, joining Anoushka Shankar for a viral duet. He thanked her on Instagram: “Thank you, Anoushka Shankar…” She replied, “Humbled beyond belief.” Fans gushed emotionally online. Arijit Singh, famed playback artist, took the Kolkata stage for his debut live gig post his…
Afghanistan is often described online in extremes, either as an untouchable danger zone or as a place that is made to look deceptively safe through carefully edited travel videos. Well, we came across a recent Reddit post that cuts through both narratives.In a detailed post, the traveller (zennie4) shared what it was actually like to…
Tracy Scroggins (via Getty Images) The NFL world is mourning the loss of Tracy Scroggins, a former Detroit Lions defender who has died at the age of 56. His family confirmed his passing in a statement shared with TMZ Sports, honoring not only the player he was but also the great individual he was long…
The $100,000 fee imposed on H-1B workers may not significantly hinder the hiring of H-1B workers, the National Bureau of Economic Research said in a study by economist George Borjas. Titled, ‘THE H-1B WAGE GAP, VISA FEES, AND EMPLOYER DEMAND’, the paper highlighted the significant pay disparity between American workers and H-1B workers and investigated…
Congress and its allies have taken the rare step of moving a no-confidence motion against the Lok Sabha Speaker over alleged partisan handling of parliamentary proceedings. Rahul Gandhi has stayed off the no-confidence notice against the Lok Sabha Speaker, with Congress citing parliamentary convention. Newly released Justice Department records suggest Donald Trump contacted Florida police…
Arjun Erigaisi (Photo by Norway Chess/Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: Norway Chess has announced Alireza Firouzja as the latest player for its 2026 edition in Oslo, but India’s top-ranked player Arjun Erigaisi is still not part of the confirmed lineup. Firouzja, known for his aggressive and exciting style, said, “I’m looking forward to competing against the…
Silver prices fell sharply by Rs 7,500, or nearly 3 per cent, to Rs 2.64 lakh per kilogram in the national capital on Tuesday, while gold moved in the opposite direction, rising Rs 2,200 per 10 grams amid a firm US dollar.According to the All India Sarafa Association, silver dropped to Rs 2,64,500 per kg…
APPSC Group 1 recruitment 2026 The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is likely to release the Group 1 recruitment notification for 2026 soon. This annual recruitment drive fills top administrative positions in the state, including finance, law, municipal, and revenue services. Aspirants looking to join the AP state government can prepare in advance by…
Comedian Rajpal Yadav has made headlines again, this time for surrendering to Tihar Jail after the Delhi High Court refused to extend the timeline on a Rs 9 crore cheque bounce matter. Rajpal Yadav, one of Hindi cinema’s most familiar comic faces, has landed in serious trouble off-screen. The actor surrendered at Tihar Jail after…
In a heartfelt discussion, Ranbir Kapoor expressed his wish to mend the emotional disconnect he felt with his father. He aims to cultivate a nurturing and open relationship with his daughter, believing that dismantling unseen walls is essential. Kapoor advocates for a friendship based on mutual respect, allowing children the freedom to chart their own…
Beneath the ocean’s rolling surface, there are mountains. Not the snowy peaks you hike, but vast, underwater volcanoes rising from the seafloor. Some tower more than a kilometre high. Some even poke above the water as tiny islands. Scientists say there might be over 100,000 of these “seamounts” scattered across the globe, but fewer than…
Emmanuel Macron and Narendra Modi (File photo) NEW DELHI: French President Emmanuel Macron will pay an official visit to India from February 17 to 19, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Tuesday.This will be Macron’s first visit to India since January 2024, when he attended the annual Republic Day celebrations as the chief…
An Indian restaurant in Frisco, Texas, has been repeatedly targeted by a group of people who call themselves the Texas Investigation Unit. The group claims that Bollywood Pizza House in Frisco only hires Indian students on F-1 visa which is mostly illegal. In support of their allegation, they impersonated anIndian caller named Ravi and called…
NEW DELHI: NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar on Tuesday suggested that the death of Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash could have been part of a larger conspiracy, as several questions surrounding the incident remain unanswered.Rohit Pawar made the remarks during a presentation in Mumbai on the air crash that killed…
New Zealand vs UAE (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand’s openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen produced a stunning batting display to chase down UAE’s 174-run target with ease as they sealed a dominant 10-wicket victory in the T20 World Cup on Tuesday. The pair unleashed a relentless assault on the UAE bowling attack, putting…
India is in discussions with Brazil, Canada, France and the Netherlands to strike agreements for jointly exploring, extracting, processing and recycling critical minerals, as the country steps up efforts to secure key raw materials for its energy transition.The talks are focused mainly on lithium and rare earth elements, with India also seeking access to advanced…
The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) has opened applications for its Summer Research Internship Programme (SRIP) 2026, giving students an opportunity to work on real research projects under the guidance of IITGN faculty. The programme is open to students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree from any recognized institute across India. Selected interns will…
Producer Anoop Kannan accuses actor Biju Menon of breaching contract for the film ‘Nadanna Sambhavam’, leading to a Rs 25 lakh loss. Despite a 10-day promotional clause, Menon reportedly only dedicated two and a half hours. The producer expressed disappointment, noting their personal rapport. The Film Producers’ Association is reportedly investigating. After FEFKA general secretary…
