A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Haixi Prefecture in northwest China’s Qinghai Province on Tuesday evening, prompting authorities to assess the impact in the sparsely populated high-altitude region.According to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC), the quake occurred at 5:06 pm local time (Beijing Time). The epicenter was located at 37.80 degrees north latitude and 95.56 degrees…
In 1916, German chemists searching for a wartime substitute for soap stumbled upon something far more useful, a synthetic cleaning agent that worked even in hard water. World War I had cut off the animal fats and vegetable oils that soapmakers relied on, forcing scientists to experiment with petroleum-derived chemicals instead. The result was an…
The HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala was able to host the first ODI between India and Afghanistan despite steady rain at the start. (ANI) TimesofIndia.com in Dharamsala: Around 5pm on Saturday, Rohit Sharma was the first Indian cricketer to walk out at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. Relentless rain delayed the start of the first ODI…
AP Govt Updates Muharram Holiday Schedule 2026, Schools To Follow Revised Optional And General Dates Muharram Holiday 2026 date: The Andhra Pradesh government has revised the Muharram school holiday schedule for 2026, altering the dates of optional and general holidays across the state following updated lunar calendar assessments and recommendations from the Andhra Pradesh State…
More than a decade after the release of ‘Agent Vinod’, Saif Ali Khan has candidly reflected on why the spy thriller failed to achieve the success many had anticipated. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, the film arrived with considerable expectations, boasting international-scale action, stylish storytelling and a charismatic lead performance from Saif himself.However, despite generating curiosity…
Ahmedabad has emerged as an attractive option because of the presence of industries, affordable properties and GIFT (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) City. Various smart city projects and other infrastructural developments are boosting demand in Ahmedabad. This emerging destination may appeal to NRIs seeking alternatives to traditional metropolitan markets. India’s real estate investment market presents various…
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Canberra has announced. The exercise will be held in Australia’s Northern Territory from 20 July to 7 August, bringing together over 100 aircraft and thousands of personnel from 20 nations. The three‑week drill featured complex,…
The French government will invest €655 million ($758.29 million) in artificial intelligence and introduce a single chatbot system across public services, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Tuesday, according to a Reuters report.The initiative is aimed at expanding the use of AI in government operations, with Lecornu positioning the move as part of France’s effort…
Picture credit: Instagram/Anudeep Durishetty Thousands of candidates qualifed UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026, the result of which was declared on Tuesday and will now begin preparing for the Mains stage. Former UPSC topper Anudeep Durishetty, who secured All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the 2017 Civil Services Examination, has shared a detailed strategy to…
Anisha Padukone has reflected on the period when her sister, Deepika Padukone, was battling depression and anxiety, admitting that she did not fully understand the signs of mental health struggles at the time. Speaking recently, Anisha shared how Deepika’s experience in 2014 became a turning point not only for the actor but also for her…
Most people get into a cab, reach their destination, and move on. But every now and then, a simple ride leads to a conversation that stays with you long after it ends.That is exactly what happened with content creator Chetna Singh during a recent ride in Hyderabad. As she spoke to her driver, she discovered…
Satellite photo of Iran from Maxar Technologies. (AP photo) Iran has significantly strengthened protections around its stockpile of near bomb-grade uranium in recent weeks, reportedly collapsing access tunnels and laying explosive mines around key nuclear sites.According to CNN, Iran has dramatically escalated efforts to make collapsing tunnels and booby-trapping entrances with explosive mines near uranium.The…
Most people picture a black hole forming the same way: a massive star runs out of fuel, collapses under its own gravity, and disappears behind an event horizon. But Einstein’s theory of general relativity has always allowed for something stranger. Under specific conditions, spacetime itself, with no star involved at all, can organise into a…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has defended its decision to temporarily block Telegram during the re-NEET examination process, saying the messaging platform was being extensively misused by fraudsters to circulate fake question papers and scam students.Speaking on the issue to ANI, NTA Director General Abhishek Singh said the move was necessary to protect candidates from…
Virat Kohli enjoys family time with son Akaay Virat Kohli may be away from the cricket field, but the former India captain is making the most of his time with family as he continues his recovery from injury. A fresh set of viral photographs has given fans a glimpse into Kohli’s life away from the…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has started the application process for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions at the prestigious U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) in Bengaluru. The recruitment drive, announced through Advertisement No. URSC:02:2026 dated June 12, 2026, aims to fill 18 vacancies across various engineering and science disciplines.URSC is ISRO’s lead centre…
‘Gilmore Girls’ is set to leave a popular OTT platform after 12 years of streaming. ‘Gilmore Girls’ has remained a fan-favourite series for many people across the globe ever since it was released back in 2000. For the past 12 years, fans of the show, as well as newcomers, have been able to watch the…
While discussing the challenges facing today’s generation, Premanand kept coming back to the same point: spirituality. “The condition of society and the younger generation is worsening because they have moved away from spirituality. This can be corrected only through spirituality,” he said. Now, that doesn’t have to mean temple visits or prayers every morning. For…
Tomorrow, June 17, 2026, it is going to be 486th birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap, a great leader, who dedicated his life protecting his kingdom from Mughals. In his remembrance, we want you to learn few important life lessons from him and here we have mentioned the perfect lessons that resonate with your birth date…
Citroen has released another teaser of its upcoming refreshed electric hatchback. The updated model is expected to be called the eC3X, following the French brand’s revised naming strategy that has already been introduced on models such as the C3X, Aircross X and Basalt X.The latest teaser suggests that the electric hatchback will receive a noticeable…
