Dhruv Jurel’s second Test century was as much about his roots as it was about his growing confidence with the bat.After completing a composed unbeaten 115 against Sri Lanka on a rain-hit second day, the India wicketkeeper-batter unveiled a tattoo on his left bicep carrying the words ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’, a tribute to his…
In the process of striving for our long-term objectives, it may be easy to lose sight of the significance of the tasks at hand. However, James Clerk Maxwell provided a different outlook, stating that even regular work could be associated with an ideal much bigger than the situation itself. He says, “Happy is the man…
A doctorate is supposed to be a degree that tests intellectual endurance and perseverance. Sometimes, students take approximately 10 years to complete the PhD. However, most universities cap the limit to 5 to 8 years. Recently, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has also limited the duration of its PhD programmes at eight years…
Who is Sriya Reddy playing Mahakali opposite Akshaye Khanna? Know about her cricketing family and ‘Salaar’ connection Sriya Reddy is once again attracting attention with her striking transformation in ‘Mahakali’, directed by Prashanth Neel. The film’s teaser has generated considerable interest, particularly because of Sriya’s fierce portrayal of Goddess Mahakali. Her brief appearance towards the…
With the Moon residing in Capricorn, today is an ideal time to tackle tasks with a diligent mindset. As Venus transitions into Chitra Nakshatra, it invites an emphasis on enhancing quality through sophisticated methods. The auspicious Tripushkar Yoga highlights the importance of consistent daily routines. For those under the Leo sign, strategic planning and delegation…
India’s piped gas netword. Photo credit: IANS NEW DELHI: Trying to accelerate the adoption of piped gas for cooking and industrial purposes, the Centre has asked states and Union Territories to provide district-level administrative support and appoint nodal officers to coordinate with gas distributors and oil marketing companies to expand the network.Govt has also directed…
Iranian currency sinks to record low as US works on new sanctions Iran’s rial hit rock bottom on Monday, falling to a record low as Washington prepared what it called an “economic D-Day”. The fresh sanctions are set to pile more pressure on an economy already battered by existing restrictions and a US naval blockade.The…
Duleep Trophy (ANI Photo) After BCCI dissolves national selectors’ role in picking zonal teams, sanctity of the tournament comes under scannerCHENNAI/NEW DELHI: A few days before the Duleep Trophy got underway at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on Sunday, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced that the final will be shifted to MA Chidambaram…
India’s Dhruv Jurel celebrates his century as batting partner India’s Mohammed Siraj, left, watches during day two of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Monday, Aug. 24, 2026. (AP Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: Off the pads and away it went in a flash for a boundary. The…
Cricket on a plant (Image Credit: Canva) In 2005, scientists conducted an unusual experiment aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to investigate how microgravity affects reproduction and early development. According to a NASA technical publication on ISS research, crickets were fertilised in orbit, allowing scientists to observe embryos and larvae that began developing under microgravity….
