India’s Virat Kohli (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) Virat Kohli once again proved why he remains the heartbeat of India’s ODI batting, producing a majestic century against New Zealand in the third and final match of the series on Sunday. In a chase that looked to be slipping away early, Kohli stood tall, registering his record-extending 54th…
India’s Virat Kohli (PTI Photo/Atul Yadav) NEW DELHI: India suffered a historic home series defeat to New Zealand as Virat Kohli’s brilliant 124 off 108 balls proved insufficient in the third ODI at Holkar Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a challenging target of 338, India was bowled out for 296 in 46 overs, marking the first-ever…
NEW DELHI: Business sentiment in the economy is high, driven by stronger demand, better profitability expectations and steady investment conditions, according to a CII survey. Domestic demand has increased, with nearly two-thirds of 175 firms surveyed reporting higher demand for July to Sept 2025 and about 72% expecting further improvement in Oct-Dec 2025. More than…
US study finds academic gains for special-needs students in charter schools A growing body of research is challenging long-held assumptions about how well charter schools serve students with disabilities. A new US study suggests that for many children receiving special education services, moving from a traditional public school to a charter school may lead to…
While AR Rahman recently admitted that Hindi film projects have slowed down for him over the past eight years, he also pointed out that the last six years have been among the most intense and productive phases of his career. In a recent interview, the composer revealed that between 2019 and 2025, he worked on…
In a recent interview, badminton sensation Saina Nehwal shared that her journey to stardom has been deeply influenced by her upbringing rather than just by accolades. Her parents instilled a solid foundation of belief, discipline, and the freedom to pursue her passion without the constraints of societal norms. Badminton icon Saina Nehwal spoke less about…
Under today’s cosmic vibes, embrace a mantra of minimalism as the chaos of ideas and interactions swirls around you. Focus on what truly matters, exercise prudence in your spending, and streamline your communications. In your personal connections, take the time to truly listen and refrain from making hasty choices. Career-wise, tackle tasks one by one…
WASHINGTON: The scientists have discovered that the adolescent brain does more than prune old connections. During the teen years, it actively builds dense new clusters of synapses in specific parts of neurons. These clusters emerge only in adolescence and may help shape higher-level thinking. When the process is disrupted, it could play a role in…
NEW DELHI: Power distribution companies in the private and public sectors have staged a smart turnaround, reporting a combined profit of over Rs 2,700 crore in 2024-25, as against losses of Rs 25,553 crore in the previous year, govt said on Sunday.Power ministry officials attributed this to improved performance by state-run power utilities. “If we…
Who is Fatemeh Ardeshir Larijani, and why is the Trump administration reviewing her immigration status? That question is now becoming a public debate in the US, after viral petitions demanded action against relatives of Iran’s ruling elite living in America.The White House has confirmed it is “reviewing” immigration benefits granted to Iranians under the Biden…
NEW DELHI: Cancelling confirmed tickets of newly launched Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be costlier for passengers, according to new norms notified by the Railways. While a 25% deduction will apply if a ticket booked in this premium train is cancelled anytime after purchasing, a 50% charge will be levied if cancellation is done between…
Vidarbha’s Atharva Taide (PTI Photo) Atharva Taide delivered a knock of exceptional quality to headline Vidarbha’s historic triumph in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, as a composed batting effort backed by disciplined bowling sealed a comfortable 38-run victory over Saurashtra in the final on Sunday. Vidarbha laid the foundation with a commanding total of 317 for…
India captain Shubman Gill did not shy away from the shortcomings after his side lost the decisive third ODI against New Zealand by 41 runs at the Holkar Cricket Stadium on Sunday, handing the visitors a historic series win. With the series locked at 1-1 heading into the do-or-die clash, Gill admitted the performance fell…
MUMBAI: HDFC Bank’s chief has admitted that the bank has fallen short of its deposit mobilisation growth and has set a very wide range for credit-deposit targets for the current financial year and the next, highlighting the uncertain environment.“Having focused on granular segments has given us encouraging outcomes. We did, however, fall short of our…
Texas A&M Cancels Graduate Ethics Course (Image: Go Nakamura/The New York Times) Texas A&M University has canceled a graduate-level ethics course just three days after the semester began, citing concerns that the class did not meet newly introduced system-wide standards governing how race, gender, and sexuality are discussed in classrooms. The move has sparked debate…
Chile wildfires (Picture credit: PTI) SANTIAGO: Wildfires burning out of control in southern Chile have killed at least 15 people and forced more than 50,000 to evacuate, the government said Sunday.Security minister Luis Cordero gave the tolls for 14 blazes burning for two days now in the Nuble and Biobio regions about 500 kilometers (300…
Fans have been waiting anxiously for the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s next film after the huge success of ‘Pathaan’ followed by ‘Jawan’. He’s currently shooting for ‘King’ and the first look of it was released on his birthday in 2025. Fans are excited more as it’s directed by ‘Pathaan’ director Siddharth Anand and also…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday performed the Bhoomi Pujan of the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project in Kaliabor, Assam, marking the start of a major infrastructure initiative aimed at improving connectivity while safeguarding one of India’s most sensitive wildlife regions. The project, officially the 4-laning of the Kaliabor–Numaligarh section of National Highway-715, involves an investment…
This week, Saturn would like to draw your attention to the importance of careful living. Do not lazily pass through your days, or let your emotions direct your activities. Engage responsibly, since every action counts, especially now. Before you respond, take the time to process, speak with respect, and act only when you are fully…
Donald Trump and Maria Corina Machado The Nobel Foundation on Sunday reiterated that Nobel Prizes cannot be passed on—even symbolically—days after clarifying that a laureate cannot share the prize with others or transfer it once it has been announced.Also Read | ‘Laureates can give away medal but…’: Nobel Committee reacts to Machado handing peace prize…
