New ‘Super-Earth’ just 18 light-years away sparks hope for life beyond our solar system Imagine looking up at the night sky and knowing that somewhere among those distant pinpoints of light, another world might hold the conditions for life. Astronomers have long searched for planets like ours, and now, a new discovery brings that dream…
2 Australian cricketers molested in Indore INDORE : Two Australian women cricketers were allegedly stalked and molested by a man on a street here on Thursday morning. The cricketers, who reached Indore on Oct 17 to participate in their group match against South Africa on Saturday in the ICC Women’s World Cup, were accosted while…
Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Islamabad will go into an “open war” with Afghanistan if the ongoing peace talks in Istanbul collapse, according to a report by TOLO News. The discussions are aimed at defusing weeks of cross-border tensions and deadly clashes between the two countries.Speaking to reporters, Asif said there had…
“The Pakistanis will lose,” says ex-CIA officer warning against war with India Pakistan would lose any conventional war with India, and open conflict holds no positives for Islamabad, former CIA officer John Kiriakou said, calling the US-Pak strategic relationship over the decades a “transactional” one. “Nothing, literally nothing good will come of an actual war…
Valencia vs Villarreal (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images) BARCELONA: Villarreal earned a 2-0 derby win at Valencia on Saturday to move into third place and keep the pressure on Real Madrid and Barcelona ahead of the Clasico.On Sunday, leaders Madrid host champions Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu.Gerard Moreno and Santi Comesana netted for Villarreal in…
Australia’s Alana King celebrate with team mates (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has expressed deep anger and disappointment after learning that two Australian women cricketers were harassed in Indore during the ongoing Women’s World Cup 2025. As confirmed by Cricket Australia, the players were “touched inappropriately” by a motorcyclist on Thursday morning…
India is gearing up to transform its electronic waste into a major source of critical minerals, as the ministry of mines intensifies collaboration with private players to build large-scale recycling capacity across the country. The ministry is working closely with private industry to expand the country’s recycling capacity, aiming to fully process electronic waste and…
WashU medical school faces federal civil rights complaint over alleged DEI bias in admissions, residency, and hiring America First Legal (AFL), a conservative legal advocacy group that focuses on defending civil rights and challenging federal policies, has filed a federal civil rights complaint with the US Department of Justice against Washington University School of Medicine…
Veteran actor Satish Shah, known for iconic films like ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’, ‘Main Hoon Na’, ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, and ‘Om Shanti Om’, passed away on October 25 at the age of 74. The cause of death was kidney failure, he had undergone a transplant three months ago and actor Sachin Pilgaonkar revealed that…
Beloved actress June Lockhart, known for her roles in ‘Lassie’ and ‘Lost in Space,’ passed away at 100. Her family shared that a healthy lifestyle, including nutritious food, regular exercise, and strong social connections, contributed to her remarkable longevity. Lockhart’s approach to life offers valuable lessons for a long and happy existence. June Lockhart, who…
Today gives you the courage to own your desires without apology. You may have spent time pleasing others or explaining your choices, but now it’s time to trust your own wants. You are allowed to take up space and follow what feels right. Stop shrinking yourself to make others comfortable. When you honour what your…
NEW DELHI: India is now conducting a major tri-Service combat exercise called “Trishul” on the western front with Pakistan, with a NOTAM (notice to airmen) issued for all aircraft to avoid a vast swathe of airspace along the border in Rajasthan and Gujarat from Oct 30 to Nov 10. Pakistan, too, has issued a notification…
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering several names for the new White House ballroom, following days of controversy over his administration’s pricey East Wing project.Earlier in the week, when the president was asked what he’d name the space, he told reporters, “I won’t get into that now.” A senior White House official told Kellie…
NEW DELHI: The Centre is preparing a five-year plan for higher education with five main goals: raise enrolment (GER), improve employment and apprenticeships, build international links, upgrade quality and strengthen digital systems. The plan relies on “big-ticket” projects, state-wise targets and performance-linked funding. The quality measures include clearer accreditation bands, so that students can compare…
Rohit Sharma smashed his 50th international hundred in Sydney and finished as the top run-scorer of the recently concluded ODI series against Australia. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: After Rohit Sharma’s explosive knock and India’s victory over Australia in the third ODI, the batter’s childhood coach, Dinesh Lad, expressed his delight on Saturday, stating that the…
Harshit Rana carried immense pressure going into the third and final ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Harshit Rana carried immense pressure going into the third and final ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). On top of the expectations was the ongoing debate over his…
KVS Manian, MD & CEO, Federal Bank MUMBAI: Federal Bank chief KVS Manian said that the recently-announced capital raise from private equity investor Blackstone will give the lender flexibility to consider acquisitions to support growth, after the board approved a preferential issue of warrants to the US asset manager on Oct 24 in Kochi.The bank…
University of Louisiana at Lafayette reduces staff. (Getty Images) The University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL) has laid off 51 employees and vacated an additional 19 positions as part of a plan to address a $25 million structural budget deficit, the Acadiana Advocate reported. Interim University President Jaimie Hebert confirmed the reductions in an email…
Rishab Shetty’s film Kantara: Chapter 1 is performing exceptionally well at the box office. The movie has achieved significant earnings, surpassing Chhaava to become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. Worldwide collections have crossed Rs 800 crore. The film’s success is attributed to strong performances across regions and critical acclaim. Rishab Shetty also shared insights…
Vitamin D, often called the “sunshine vitamin,” is essential for maintaining overall health. It is unique among vitamins because the body can produce it when the skin is exposed to sunlight. Additionally, it can be obtained through certain foods like fatty fish, fortified dairy products, and supplements. Despite its abundance present in sunlight, a survey…
