NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 130th edition of Mann Ki Baat, marking the first episode of the monthly radio programme in 2026. The address came on the eve of India’s 76th Republic Day and coincided with National Voters’ Day, which is observed annually on January 25.In his remarks, the Prime…
Suryakumar Yadav (AP Photo) RAIPUR: Over the last few months, India’s T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav has often talked about how well he was batting in the nets, and that it was “just a matter of a few innings” before he got going again. On the field, though, the numbers told a different story. The 35-year-old…
While investments in infrastructure creation of track and rolling stock have been significant, average train speeds have remained 50–52 kmph for mail/express passengers. By Dhruv Gadh and Nitin KumarThe transport and logistics sector serves as the backbone for India’s Viksit Bharat @2047 vision. As our national carrier, the railways connect remote places, while providing a…
Bank of Maharashtra recruitment 2026: The Bank of Maharashtra’s Apprentice recruitment 2026 is closing today, January 25, 2026, with only a limited time now left for eligible candidates to apply. This recruitment drive is aimed at fresh graduates who want hands-on experience in banking operations. The bank is offering 600 apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship…
Hollywood star Dakota Johnson and singer Role Model are reportedly a couple, spotted holding hands after a dinner date in Los Angeles. This follows multiple sightings since December, fueling romance rumors. The news comes after Johnson’s reported split from Chris Martin and Role Model’s past relationship with Emma Chamberlain. Dakota Johnson and Role Model seem…
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni celebrated 20 years of marriage by sharing a throwback wedding video. The clip featured emotional family moments and highlighted her timeless bridal look, a classic red Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla lehenga adorned with intricate embroidery. Her regal jewellery and Ranbir Kapoor’s festive sherwani also added to the memorable occasion. Riddhima Kapoor Sahni…
AriesThe week starts with heat. A message you want to send. A thought you want to say out loud. It feels urgent, even if it isn’t. If you act on it immediately, it may come out harsher than you meant. Give it a day. By the end of the week, the feeling changes on its…
Could humans one day hibernate like bears? Scientists are now taking it seriously (AI-generated) For a long time, the idea of human hibernation sat firmly in the realm of fiction. That position is beginning to shift. Scientists studying sleep, metabolism and brain protection are now asking whether humans could enter a controlled state similar to…
HYDERABAD: Three people have been confirmed dead in a fire that broke out at a building in Nampally, officials said on Sunday. The victims’ bodies have been shifted to Osmania Hospital for post-mortem examination.According to a fire department official, “We’ve identified three dead bodies and are shifting them to Osmania hospital for post-mortem examination. Huge…
Archaeologists came across an astonishing yet perplexing discovery while excavating the site of the historic tomb area in the region called Saqqara, which is situated 25 kilometers south of the capital city of Egypt, Cairo. This tomb has been identified and recognised to be 4,000 years old and belonged to an important figure known as…
PM Narendra Modi (File photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged young citizens to register as voters upon turning 18, calling it a vital step towards strengthening India’s democracy and fulfilling their constitutional responsibility.Speaking during the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi highlighted the significance of the…
The Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed on Saturday that it has accepted the ICC’s decision to replace its national team with Scotland in next month’s T20 World Cup, conceding that it had exhausted all available options.Earlier in the day, the ICC officially announced Scotland as Bangladesh’s replacement for the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by…
Sunrisers Eastern Cape will take on Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 final TimesofIndia.com in Cape Town: Tristan Stubbs was full of jokes on the eve of the fourth SA20 final against Pretoria Capitals. That is not just the fourth final of South Africa’s T20 competition, but also for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC). No team…
US air travel is seeing widespread disruptions as a powerful winter storm moves across large parts of the country, forcing at least 13,000 flight cancellations over the weekend and affecting major airports. Forecasters have warned that damage, particularly in areas hit by ice, could be catastrophic and comparable to a hurricane. By mid-morning on Saturday,…
What Nobel laureate Roy Glauber revealed about intuition, guesswork, and scientific careers. (Getty Images) Scroll past enough career advice on social media and you’ll start to believe that success is a straight line: study hard, follow the method, master the rules, and the results will come. There’s a quiet but damaging myth many of us…
In a surprising turn of events, Yuzvendra Chahal, the well-known Indian cricketer, was seen with Shefali Bagga, a familiar face from ‘Bigg Boss 13,’ stirring the pot on social media. Just days prior, Chahal and his supposed girlfriend RJ Mahvash had unfollowed each other, with her later sharing enigmatic thoughts about ‘life adjustments’ and embracing…
It is the first snow of 2026 in northern Uttarakhand after ages. Auli, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Mussoorie, Chakrata, and Munsiyari are all covered in thick snow. These are iconic hill destinations combining spirituality, adventure and scenic beauty. What to know before: Some roads may be blocked Carry heavy winter clothing and gear Emergency services…
AriesThere’s an urge to sort things out quickly pay, spend, decide, move on. It’s less about money and more about wanting mental relief. Acting too fast might create another loose end. Waiting a day or two usually changes how urgent it feels.TaurusMoney feels stable when nothing unexpected pops up. You’re more aware of what feels…
Artemis II pilot Victor Glover, front left, commander Reid Wiseman, front right, mission specialist Jeremy Hansen, rear left, of the Canadian Space Agency, and mission specialist Christina Koch walk out of the Operations and Checkout Building during a countdown demonstration test, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) NASA’s next…
Former India all-rounder Madan Lal has publicly supported the International Cricket Council’s move to replace Bangladesh with Scotland at the 2026 T20 World Cup, calling the decision justified and timely. Lal also suggested that external influence played a role in Bangladesh’s withdrawal and said the switch would open doors for Scotland, while warning that Bangladesh…
