Kirk Alyn didn’t just become an actor. He became a pioneer. From ‘Superman’ to ‘Blackhawk’ to ‘Atom Man vs. Superman.’ He was in some of the most historically significant productions in American cinema history. He was the first actor to ever portray Superman in a live-action film. He worked in an era before green screens,…
A festive thread runs through the day. There may be celebrations at your home, a family gathering or a social gathering that will bring you into warm and friendly company. Jupiter is your ruler. He is a good influence on happiness right now and the Moon can bring emotional peace. Even if the occasion is…
Tyres are among the most important parts of any vehicle, yet they are often the most neglected. On Indian roads, where rough surfaces, heat and unpredictable traffic conditions are common, tyres go through far more stress than you think. The good news is that a few simple maintenance habits can significantly improve tyre life, save…
Punjab orthopaedic treatments: Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana records Rs 84 crore in four months The Punjab Government’s flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has spent more than Rs 84 crore on orthopaedic treatments in 4 months, reflecting a sharp rise in demand for bone and joint care services across the state.A new and expanded version of…
NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday said it is in touch with the United States regarding a Section 301 investigation linked to concerns over forced labour and excess industrial capacity.Earlier, the Office of the United States trade representative (USTR) named India among countries it believes follow unfair trade practices. Based on its findings, the USTR…
NEW DELHI: Brazil’s journey to the FIFA World Cup 2026 began with a special farewell ceremony as the five-time champions departed for the tournament on Monday.The Brazilian squad received a traditional send-off at Galeao International Airport in Rio de Janeiro, where their team aircraft was “baptised” before take-off. The team travelled aboard a Boeing 767-300ER…
The view coming back from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has a way of turning familiar categories of comet science slightly awkward. 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object only briefly passing through the solar system, has been watched before, but this time the reading feels less like a routine update and more like a chemical surprise that…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has clarified that students applying for verification and re-evaluation of their answer sheets do not need bank accounts in specific banks to make payments on the portal.The clarification came after claims that payments could only be made through a limited number of banks, creating confusion among students and…
Imtiaz Ali revealed that AR Rahman once wanted Ranbir Kapoor to sing all songs in ‘Rockstar’, but the actor ‘freaked out’. The idea later inspired actors like Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh, and Vedang Raina to sing in Imtiaz’s films, with Vedang recently impressing Rahman himself with the Maskara song. Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has opened up…
There is a certain hush to an Ekadashi morning. The kitchen is more peaceful, the tea routine shifts the ringing of a bell coming from the puja area seems to reverberate further. In homes that maintain the vrat, one person is already washing the tulsi leaves, while another is examining the panchang and the day…
