Abhishek Sharma, right, and Ishan Kishan (PTI Photo) For a very long time, scoring 50 runs in the Powerplay — the first six overs — used to be the perfect platform for a big score in T20Is. Even in the 2024 T20 World Cup, the Rohit Sharma-Virat Kohli combo was looking at something in that…
DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur NEW DELHI: Senior govt officials on Tuesday said finalisation of the India-US trade deal removed a key source of uncertainty for businesses and was expected to support exports and manufacturing, especially after months of pressure from higher tariffs.Anuradha Thakur, secretary, department of economic affairs, said the govt welcomed the finalisation of…
CUET UG 2026 registration last date The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration window for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 today, February 4, at 11:50 pm. Candidates who have not yet submitted their application forms must complete the process on the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. The last date to pay…
Acclaimed filmmaker Jeethu Joseph shared his approach to online negativity, stating he disregards insults from fake IDs, preferring honest feedback. He revealed that his team alerted him to such attacks, which he believes are common among public figures. Joseph, drawing from his farmer background, views opposition as a natural part of life’s journey, focusing instead…
Education has traversed an incredible path, from the storytelling of ancient civilizations to the philosophical debates of Greek scholars. The notion of organized schooling, especially universal education, took off in the 19th century. Fast forward to today, and we’re witnessing a tech-driven revolution in learning, but the essence of inspiring inquisitive minds remains timeless. Every…
Life is all about perspective! Tomorrow’s horoscope unveils the big picture synthesised by each Zodiac sign out there. Astrology serves as a basis for understanding and interpreting the equilibrium of all aspects of life: relationships, professional life, and personal introspection. Stand rigorous; trust your inner voice; welcome the day with confidence. Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20)…
NEW DELHI: An intelligence-based joint operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is underway in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district after security forces established contact with terrorists on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.The encounter broke out around 4 pm when troops of CIF Delta under the…
The US military shot down an Iranian drone near an American aircraft carrier early Tuesday, heightening tensions between Washington and Tehran just as both sides were preparing for possible diplomatic talks later this week.US Central Command said the drone “aggressively approached” a US Navy aircraft carrier just before sunrise Tuesday with “unclear intent.” The incident…
BENGALURU: In a cheque bounce case, the Karnataka high court has ruled that trial courts cannot levy fines exceeding twice the dishonoured cheque amount.Justice V Srishananda made the observation while partly allowing an appeal filed by Mahadevi, an agriculturist from Banahatti in Bagalkot district. In Nov 2007, Mahadevi bought two trailers for Rs 3.8 lakh…
NEW DELHI: Defending champions India will walk into the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as firm favourites, and few voices carry more weight on the subject than Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The former India captain, who famously led the side to the inaugural T20 World Cup title in 2007, believes the hosts have all the…
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Mehul Kothari, DVP – Technical Research, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers, the top stocks to buy today (February 4, 2026) are Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Elxsi, and IFCI. Let’s take a look:IOC – Trendline Breakout with Indicator ConfirmationBuy: ₹165–₹163 | Stop Loss: ₹159…
The Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India (ECGC) has declared the ECGC Probationary Officer (PO) Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for the online written examination can now check their qualifying status on the official website, ecgc.in. The written exam was conducted on January 11, 2026, for recruitment to the post of Probationary Officer. The result…
Miranda Kerr got real about her past marriage to Orlando Bloom, saying they just weren’t a great match. She recently opened up about why they split, how they’ve healed since, and what their relationship looks like now. She didn’t sugarcoat it: by the end, she and Orlando both knew they weren’t helping each other grow….
Saturn, or Shani, is called the planet of karma. Often, Saturn teaches us lessons and tells us to learn from our errors. Growth, evolution, and improvement are always at the core of Saturn’s instruction as we continue to advance along the path of life. Saturn is currently in the zodiac sign of Pisces, and from…
Jaishankar and Rubio (AP photo) NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar late Tuesday met US secretary of state Marco Rubio in Washington against the backdrop of India and the United States recently finalising a long-pending trade deal, under which Washington agreed to cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent after nearly a…
Conservative influencer and sports journalist Emily Austin has spoken out after her reaction to a political moment at the 2026 Grammy Awards went viral. Austin, 24, was filmed sitting while much of the audience stood and cheered during singer Billie Eilish’s anti‑ICE remarks at the awards in Los Angeles.After the clip of her reaction spread…
NEW DELHI: A study comparing homeopathic treatment with conventional primary care for infants has been retracted by European Journal of Pediatrics, citing serious flaws in the study design.In a retraction note, the journal’s editor said concerns were raised after publication about the methodology of the randomised controlled trial, particularly the absence of blinding and placebo…
India’s Axar Patel celebrates the wicket of New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips during the fifth and final T201 cricket match between India and New Zealand, at the Greenfield International Stadium, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. (PTI) TimesofIndia.com in Mumbai: In April 2024, on the sidelines of a Delhi Capitals event in the national capital, Axar Patel was asked…
MUMBAI: The RBI is expected to keep interest rates unchanged after the conclusion of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Feb 6, with economists flagging a pause amid rising inflation, slowing growth, and impending data revisions.“We expect the RBI to pause in the upcoming 6th Feb meeting, maintaining the repo rate at 5.25%,” said…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the SWAYAM July 2025 semester exam results for students who appeared in the hybrid mode (paper-based test and computer-based tests combined) for 69 courses. The result was announced on February 3, 2026 on the official SWAYAM portal at exams.nta.ac.in/swayam/. A total of 6,297 candidates had registered for the…
