Twenty years ago, people would ask for your address to stay connected. Today, they ask for your mobile number.That shift says more than we realise. A mobile number is no longer merely a combination of ten digits. It has become the digital identity of modern life. From your bank account to Aadhaar, grocery shopping to…
At present, women government employees with fewer than two surviving children are eligible for one year of maternity leave. NEW DELHI: The CM Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government announced that women working in the state government will be entitled to 365 days of maternity leave for a third child, bringing it in line with the leave…
Technology shares have swung sharply this summer as investors question whether valuations have risen too far. US stock market today: Wall Street benchmarks moved further away from their record high on Tuesday as technology shares related to the artificial-intelligence boom came under renewed selling pressure.The S&P 500 declined 0.5%, putting it on course for a…
Galle: India’s Mohammed Siraj, left, celebrates with Prasidh Krishna, centre, and teammates after taking the wicket of Sri Lanka’s Nishan Madushka on day four of the first test cricket match between India and Sri Lanka, in Galle, Sri Lanka. (PTI Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Galle: KL Rahul reluctantly stood his ground after the umpire raised his…
Devdutt Padikkal (Photo by Sahil Malhotra/TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: Devdutt Padikkal believes India’s aggressive approach and a strong showing from the fast bowlers have put the team in a commanding position heading into the final day of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle.India closed Day 4 with Sri Lanka struggling at 84-4, still needing…
Pythagoras is best known today for the mathematical theorem that bears his name, but the ancient Greek thinker was also associated with a broader philosophical tradition that explored morality, discipline, friendship and the pursuit of a virtuous life. One saying attributed to him offers a timeless reflection on the people we choose to keep close:…
Puducherry schools holiday on August 21 and 22: Check the list and reason The Education Department in Puducherry has announced a two-day holiday for 69 government and private schools that have been selected as examination centres for the Integrated Graduate Level Examination. The affected schools will remain closed on August 21 and August 22 as…
‘Haiwaan’ director Priyadarshan calls Saif Ali Khan ‘transparent’ and Akshay Kumar a ‘psycho’ villain Priyadarshan is bringing something old and something new with his upcoming thriller ‘Haiwaan’. While the film is his eighth collaboration with Akshay Kumar, it also marks his first-ever project with Saif Ali Khan. In a recent interview, the director said that…
Astrology indicates that certain zodiac signs are gifted with a natural social charm and ease in forming friendships. Geminis are adept conversationalists, capable of engaging with a variety of people and adjusting their dialogue to establish a connection. Leos radiate charisma, drawing others in with their inviting demeanor. Libras, with their balanced approach, excel in…
Army chief General Seth with Nepal PM Balendra Shah Army chief general Dhiraj Seth met Nepal prime minister and defence minister Balendra Shah in Kathmandu on Tuesday, with the two sides discussing bilateral issues and ways to strengthen military ties amid a period of unease in relations between the two neighbours.General Seth, who is on…
