CHENNAI: DMK workers staged a road blockade at Doveton in Vepery on Monday, demanding legal action against TVK minister Sarathkumar over a viral video that showed him handling a white powder during an IPL match in 2025.Police, who had denied permission for the protest, detained at least 50 demonstrators and dispersed the gathering.The protest was…
The life and time of Suhrawardy “No roads will be named after Mughals or Pathans,” Suvendu Adhikari said in the Bengal assembly, while defending the renaming of Kolkata’s Suhrawardy Avenue.The question, though, remains, which Suhrawardy was the road really named after? Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy, Bengal’s last premier before Partition and one of the most despised…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has declared teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fully ready for international cricket, while stressing that the 15-year-old must go through the established team process before earning his debut, even as questions intensify following India’s shock 0-2 T20I series defeat to Ireland.The omission of…
Patna schools closed till June 30 The Patna district administration has extended the suspension of academic activities for students from pre-school to Class 8 in all government and private schools till June 30 due to the continuing heatwave and extremely high temperatures.The fresh order was issued by District Magistrate (DM) Kundan Kumar to protect children…
‘Awarapan 2’ teaser: Emraan Hashmi is back as Shivam Pandit; says, ‘Dard se purana rishta hai mera’ Emraan Hashmi is all set to be back as Shivam Pandit in the highly anticipated film ‘Awarapan 2’. The movie is a sequel to his cult classic 2007 release ‘Awarapan’. Now, as promised, the makers have officially dropped…
Birds of prey are typically known for preying on mammals, reptiles, or even smaller birds; the honey buzzard is different. In spite of its confusing name, this unusual bird of prey feeds mainly on bee and wasp larvae and does not eat honey at all. Living in Europe, Asia, and even part of Africa when…
Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card users, passport applicants and Aadhaar holders. From changes in credit card benefits and passport charges to new RBI rules against mis-selling. Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card…
Freshwater lakes across North America and Europe have been quietly changing colour for decades and not in a good way. A growing number of rivers, ponds, and lakes are turning a murky tea-brown shade, a phenomenon scientists call “freshwater browning.” To the untrained eye, this might not seem alarming. But a sweeping new study published…
The CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 is expected to be announced soon, with digital marksheets set to be made available through DigiLocker. Students can access their verified scorecards by logging into the platform using their credentials. Here’s a step-by-step guide to downloading the marksheet and using it for Class 11 admissions and other…
Otto Hightower’s brutal demise marks a twist in ‘House of the Dragon Season 3.’Image credits: Instagram Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers and key details from the series ‘House of the Dragon’. Reader discretion is advised if you haven’t watched it yet.After the Battle of Gullet, which witnessed several significant character deaths, ‘House of the…
Brahmos missiles of the army. (Image credit: Indian Army) Through recent missile tests and active use during Operation Sindoor, India has continuously demonstrated the effectiveness of its missiles. The Indian missile program has continuously moved forward since the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) that began in 1982. The initial plan was to have a…
Across the planet, lakes are usually associated with glaciers, rivers, volcanic activity, or shifting tectonic landscapes. A much smaller group owes its existence to something far less common. At various points in Earth’s history, large objects from space have struck the surface with enough force to excavate vast depressions, some of which were later filled…
PM Modi watches Indian contingents march at Seychelles’ 50th independence (X) SEYCHELLES: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood up in a mark of respect as the Indian Army and Navy contingents marched during Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day celebrations, highlighting India’s close ties with the island nation during his three-day official visit.The Prime Minister arrived in Seychelles…
Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes under police investigation (Image: X) Cape Verde’s remarkable FIFA World Cup campaign has been overshadowed by a serious off-field development, with captain Ryan Mendes currently under investigation by New Zealand Police following an allegation of rape made by a Brazilian woman.The allegation was first reported by Brazilian outlet Globo Esporte,…
Dinjith Ayyathan marks 7 years of ‘Kakshi: Amminippilla’; ‘Eko’ director says, ‘Everything feels like a sweet memory’ Director Dinjith Ayyathan has celebrated a memorable milestone in his filmmaking career. His debut feature ‘Kakshi: Amminippilla’, starring Asif Ali in the lead, has completed seven years since its release. Marking the occasion, the filmmaker took to Instagram…
One day, the tiny socks no longer fit. The bedtime stories stop being requested. The hand that once reached instinctively for yours begins to pull away with quiet confidence. Childhood has always been fleeting, but today’s parents seem more aware than ever of just how quickly it disappears. In an age where thousands of photos…
Photo credit: Navy lookout United Kingdom has scrapped its plan to build next-generation destroyers, opting to procure at least six ‘Common Combat Vessels (CCVs), designed to operate with drones and autonomous systems. The decision was announced under the government’s ‘Defence Investment Plan’.UK currently operate six type 45 destroyers, also know as ‘Daring Class’ are due…
France’s Kylian Mbappe, left, Argentina’s Lionel Messi, center, and Norway’s Erling Haaland. (AP Photo) The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially moved into its knockout phase after the conclusion of a record-breaking group stage, with Canada setting the tone by winning the opening Round of 32 match on Sunday in dramatic fashion.Stephen Eustáquio’s stoppage-time winner…
India suffered a shocking 2-0 T20I series defeat to Ireland, marking the first time they have ever lost a bilateral T20I series against the Irish side. After dominating the IPL on batting-friendly surfaces, India’s young batting unit found the going tough on seamer-friendly pitches, struggling to adapt as Ireland outplayed them in both matches.Former India…
Kerala’s Directorate of General Education has published the HSCAP Plus One third allotment list for 2026, marking the final round of the primary Class 11 admission process. Candidates can now access their allotment status online, while those offered seats are required to report to their assigned schools within the notified schedule to complete the admission…
