India’s KL Rahul and Devdutt Padikkal When Cheteshwar Pujara watches India and Sri Lanka walk out at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Sunday, one of his first memories of the venue is likely to be his unbeaten 145 in 2015.Pujara carried his bat through India’s first innings on a surprisingly seaming track, helping…
England’s captain Ben Stokes (AP Photo) England’s Ashes campaign plunged into deeper turmoil on Sunday as Australia stormed to an emphatic eight-wicket win in the day-night second Test in Brisbane, sealing a dominant 2–0 lead in the series.England’s situation triggered a scathing assessment from legend Ian Botham, who said supporters would be justified in demanding…
Some travel choices feel like choosing between two equally irresistible moods. Gangtok and Darjeeling, both perched in the eastern Himalayas, offer exactly that dilemma, Both boast of misty mornings, mountain views, winding roads, and cool breezes, yet are complimented with very distinct personalities. Indeed, picking one can be a tough task at hand. While one…
NEW DELHI: LPG tanker Jag Vikram loaded with 20,400 tonne of cooking gas safely crossed Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, becoming the first Indian-flagged vessel to pass through the conflict-hit maritime choke point since the announcement of a temporary two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, reports Dipak Dash. Jag Vikram is the ninth Indian-flagged…
British teen dies after motorbike fall on Vietnam’s Ha Giang Loop tour A teenager from Britain lost her life when her motorcycle crashed in northern Vietnam, relatives said. Officials there also verified what happened. She had been exploring parts of Southeast Asia while taking time off. The incident occurred as she rode through the well-known…
A Quiet Tradition, Not a Trend Buying silver on Makar Sankranti was never meant to be a grand act. In many homes, it was done quietly, almost casually. The logic was simple. Makar Sankranti marks the Sun’s entry into Capricorn, a sign ruled by Saturn. When Saturn becomes active, traditions naturally lean toward stability, restraint,…
New Delhi: Imagine a world where your home unlocks as you approach, adjusts the temperature before you feel the chill, quietly monitors your health, and safeguards your property without a single visible barrier. Your car becomes a rolling living room, steering, braking, and navigating hazards long before they enter your line of sight. In factories,…
Ever catch yourself picturing Joe the bartender from those early Grey’s Anatomy episodes, mixing drinks with that effortless charm while the docs vented their chaos? Steven W. Bailey nailed that role across 11 seasons, becoming the steady presence fans loved. At 54, he’s now sharing a deeply personal story that’s been unfolding behind the scenes:…
Named after one of the greatest gods in Irish mythology, Lugh was celebrated for his mastery of many skills, including craftsmanship, leadership and the arts. Though relatively rare, the name carries powerful associations with talent, intelligence and creativity. Celtic mythology offers far more than captivating stories, it also provides beautiful baby names filled with history,…
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has won a major legal victory in her tax dispute after the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Mumbai ruled in her favour. The tribunal deleted a Rs 4 crore disallowance raised by the income tax department for Assessment Year 2022-23. Dispute involved tax-free income expenses The dispute centred on Section 14A of…
A few years ago, sarees on international red carpets were treated like “cultural moments”. Beautiful? Yes. Fashion-forward? Apparently debatable. Now? The saree is becoming the outfit. Not the backup option. Not the token traditional look. The actual main-event silhouette dominating global fashion conversations in 2026. Image credit : Instagram | People are tired of fashion…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday rejected claims circulating on social media and messaging platforms that alleged a “leak”, advance access or “sale” of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination question paper.Reactions on social media reflected frustration and scepticism. One user wrote, “Amazing, isn’t it? Every time there’s a paper leak controversy, NTA ends up…
UP Board Class 10th, 12th result 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) released the Class 10 and 12th results 2026. The DigiLocker says “coming soon” on its official website. The Board, which conducted examinations from February 24 to March 12, has already completed the evaluation. Officials have confirmed that results are now under…
Mohammed Shami (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s selectors have announced the Test squad for the upcoming two-match home series against South Africa, and while Rishabh Pant’s much-awaited return has grabbed headlines, the continued omission of senior pacer Mohammed Shami has raised fresh questions about his future in red-ball cricket.Pant, who sustained a foot fracture during…
‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is the talk of the town and now the discussion around the film is no longer limited to memes or its box office. Now it has taken a larger turn after stand-up comedian Zakir Khan roasted Bollywood and said that the industry was jealous of the film’s success. He also commented, “Film…
NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to elect its new national president, with Nitin Nabin, the party’s national working president, expected to file his nomination for the top post at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Tuesday.The organisational event, known as Sangathan Parv, is expected to draw chief ministers from BJP-ruled…
Former CIA Director John Brennan, along with former FBI officials Lisa Page and Peter Strzok (Image credit: X) Former CIA Director John Brennan, along with former FBI officials Peter Strzok and Lisa Page, have been subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in the Southern District of Florida on Friday as part of the Justice Department’s…
A heartwarming video captured a police officer’s dedication as he stopped trucks on a highway to help a stranded boy reach his crucial exam on time. After several rejections, he found a driver heading towards the exam center, personally ensuring the boy boarded and wished him luck. This act of humanity resonated widely on social…
Shraddha Kapoor is starting 2026 with work galore and no breaks at all. Moving fast from one film to another, right now, Kapoor is finishing up shooting for Laxman Utekar helmed film ‘Eetha’. The actress has been shooting for many months.According to a Mid Day report, once ‘Eetha’ is wrapped up in March, Shraddha Kapoor…
NEW DELHI: CPM workers on Wednesday attacked a vehicle of Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials during protests outside the residence of former Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Thiruvananthapuram.The workers are protesting against the central agency over its searches at 10 premises in Keralam, including the residences of Pinarayi Vijayan, in the Cochin Minerals and Rutile…
