Total Solar Eclipse. Image Credit: Bob Linsdell/Wikipedia On 12 August 2026, a total solar eclipse will take place, which will cross the Northern Hemisphere from Siberia to the Mediterranean. This rare celestial event is expected to attract millions of observers from many continents. The path of totality (the narrow track or strip of land where…
Players of Bangladesh team during the Asia Cup match between India and Bangladesh at Dubai International Stadium on September 24, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday all but confirmed its non-participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup as it stood by its decision not…
As tensions subside, the embrace of relaxation and cherished connections brings solace. The encouragement and warmth from family and friends foster deeper bonds. Work responsibilities begin to feel less daunting, paving the way for unexpected career opportunities. Financial backing may come from family, and the idea of purchasing a vehicle is on the table. This…
Belgian and Iranian flags are seen on the pitch before the World Cup Group G soccer match between Belgium and Iran in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Jayne Kamin-Oncea) Belgium dominated possession and territory throughout a tense evening in Los Angeles, but a disallowed Mehdi Taremi goal, a goalkeeping masterclass…
As Tamil Nadu heads to polls on April 23, the election campaign is finding a new soundtrack — catchy, hyperlocal, AI-generated songs designed to stick in voters’ minds long after the rally ends. From Coimbatore to the Cauvery delta, candidates are trying to strike the right chord with the electorate through customised campaign tunes, with…
NEW DELHI: A parliamentary committee has recommended strengthening institutional capacity in cybersecurity, data protection and digital infrastructure while examining the government’s spending plans for the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) for 2026-27. The panel also cautioned that inadequate funding could affect the expansion of digital governance systems, cybersecurity capacity and emerging initiatives such…
Chennai Super Kings’ wicketkeeper Sanju Samson leaves the ground after losing his wicket (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi) Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has thrown his support behind opening batter Sanju Samson, even as the latter’s start to life with the franchise has come under early scrutiny in IPL 2026.Samson’s high-profile move from Rajasthan Royals…
You have a full plate today, and the effort required is real. Saturn keeps you serious, while Mars adds pressure, so the day may feel tense and restless even though you are moving in the right direction.Still, there is grit in you now. You may take an important decision with courage and then push yourself…
NEW DELHI: A public spat erupted between Mani Shankar Aiyar and Shashi Tharoor on Thursday, with both exchanging sharply-worded open letters over foreign policy, ideology and personal remarks.The confrontation began when Aiyar wrote an open letter to Tharoor, published in Frontline magazine, criticising his comments during a television discussion on the ongoing conflict involving Iran,…
At an event Thursday, Rahul had ridiculed PM Modi’s handling of foreign policy. NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs Friday urged everyone to be mindful of strong India-Italy ties and the need to be respectful to each other. The remark followed a controversy over Congress member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi as well as party…
