Pakistan’s sudden repayment of roughly $3.5bn to the United Arab Emirates has exposed how geopolitics and financial dependence are increasingly intertwined. What Islamabad described publicly as a “routine financial transaction” came after Abu Dhabi made an unexpected request for immediate repayment—at a time when Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves were already under pressure and tied to…
Virat Kohli (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: The 18-year wait was finally over, and when it ended, emotions overflowed across every Royal Challengers Bengaluru player, especially Virat Kohli, who has been with the franchise since the inception of the league back in 2008. Tears of joy, kissing the trophy, holding it high with pride, and continuous…
Veteran actor Randhir Kapoor, the eldest son of Raj Kapoor and father to Karisma Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan, has seen both success and setbacks in his professional journey. His personal life, particularly his marriage to Babita Kapoor, has also gone through a turbulent phase. In a past interview, the actor spoke openly about his…
On August 12, 2026, the second Solar Eclipse of the year will take place. After seeing the initial Surya and Chandra eclipses in February and March, you are advised to be prepared to witness the second solar eclipse in the month of August. This is for all the sky watchers and astronomers, who are always…
Maruti Suzuki India seems to be busy working on updates across its lineup. Test mules of models like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Maruti Suzuki Baleno have already been spotted multiple times, hinting at upcoming refreshes. Now, adding to that list, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx facelift has also been seen out on test, suggesting that…
NEW DELHI: Four passengers and a crew member on board a SWISS Delhi-Zurich flight on Sunday morning were injured while being evacuated on a runway at IGI airport using emergency slides as the aircraft had to abandon take-off following an engine fire. The passengers were admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon; the cabin crew member…
The long-lost Revolutionary War Barracks have finally been uncovered by archaeologists in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, giving a close-up, personal view of day-to-day life for Continental Army soldiers in that time period. The barracks were constructed in August 1776 at the order of the Commonwealth of Virginia to accommodate up to 2,000 soldiers and 100 horses,…
AP EAPCET hall ticket 2026: The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada is expected to release the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) hall ticket 2026 on April 28, 2026. The admit card will be released on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in. Once activated, the download link will allow registered candidates to…
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is best known for his looks, his acting prowess on the big screen, and his bodybuilding. However, along with that, he is also best known for the ink that he has managed to get his body covered in over the years. In a recent social media post, the famed ‘Jumanji’ actor…
BMW F 450 GS has finally made its India debut, stepping into one of the most competitive segments in the market. As BMW’s most affordable adventure motorcycle, it goes up against the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and the KTM 390 Adventure S. Here’s a quick look at how these models stack up against each other…
Experts reveal the parenting hack, a simple technique that gets children to cooperate without the usual back-and-forth. “Put your shoes on”, “Brush your teeth”, “Get dressed, now, please” – if any of these phrases sound like a daily script in your house, you are far from alone. For many parents, everyday routines can quickly become…
The Baloch Liberation Army on Monday claimed it carried out 27 operations across multiple districts of Pakistan’s Balochistan province between April 15 and April 25, alleging that at least 42 Pakistani military personnel were killed during the period.The Balochistan Post, citing a statement by BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch, reported that its fighters carried out improvised…
SkyHop Aviation founder & CEO Avani Singh NEW DELHI: After some fits and starts in the past, India will again see seaplane services. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has granted air operator certificate (AOC or licence) to SkyHop Aviation which plans to become India’s first dedicated commercial seaplane operator.In the first phase, SkyHop…
Fans of ‘Euphoria’ are rallying around Sydney Sweeney after her breathtaking performance as Cassie Howard on her wedding night. Even though she faced criticism for a previously controversial American Eagle campaign, her portrayal is resonating deeply with viewers who are now advocating for her to receive an Emmy. Sydney Sweeney has drawn fresh praise from…
Sacred full moons have been revered for centuries. Vaishakha Purnima, falling on 1st May, 2026, is one such moment. It is that moment when one can reassess their emotional health.AstroKapoor guides people on how to take full advantage of this sacred event to heal themselves and also grow spiritually.Why does strengthening the Moon matter?The Moon…
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is once again making headlines with his latest post on X (formerly Twitter). Altman shared a post earlier today where he predicted economic collapse in a post-AGI world hit by mass unemployment. For those unaware, AGI or artificial general intelligence is a theoretical, advanced form of AI that matches or exceeds…
UK temperatures rise to 21°C as warm spell returns across Wales and southern England / Image: File A major shift in the UK’s weather pattern is underway this week, forecasts show a strong area of high pressure settling over much of the country, bringing dry, stable and increasingly warm conditions to start the week.According to…
R Praggnanandhaa, Nihal Sarin, and Arjun Erigaisi (Speical Arrangements) NEW DELHI: The memories of 20-year-old Javokhir Sindarov sweeping past his challengers in the Candidates tournament were still raw when 30-year-old Russian Grandmaster Daniil Dubov ended up scoring a 3-0 win over him, remarkably achieved while lying on his bed, last week online at the Chess.com…
IAF begins offline application process for Group C civilian recruitment under Advt No 01/2026 IAF recruitment 2026: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has issued a notification inviting applications for 47 Group ‘C’ civilian posts, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver. The recruitment process is being conducted under Advertisement No….
Brace yourself for an eerie journey as ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Season 2 takes a chilling turn back to 1935. Visionary director Andy Muschietti has announced that this next installment will excavate the town’s haunting heritage, spotlighting the ruthless escapades of the ill-fated Bradley Gang amid the despair of the Great Depression. ‘It: Welcome to…
