French coastguards rescued 157 people from a boat carrying migrants that caught fire in the English Channel early on Tuesday (August 4, 2026) morning near the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer, the local administration said in a statement. The people on board the boat were rescued by three coastguard ships, which will take them back to the…
Former chief minister M K Stalin, Udhayanidhi Stalin (L-R) CHENNAI: Former chief minister M K Stalin came down heavily on the TVK government over the arrest of Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin, accusing it of displaying “arrogance” and saying such arrogance would hasten its downfall.After Udhayanidhi was arrested by the police, Stalin held a meeting…
In many Indian households, a puja room serves as a sacred space for daily rituals and meditation. Guided by Vastu Shastra and astrology, the worship direction aims to attract positive energy. Traditionally, facing east is deemed auspicious, signifying new beginnings, while the northeast corner is regarded as the best spot for a home temple. Keeping…
Indian cricket team (ANI Photo) Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes India’s chances of reaching the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 final hang heavily on the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, warning that the visitors are in a “tough position” in the race for the summit clash. India will begin their Sri Lanka…
Actor Karthi has officially announced his thirty-first film, marking his first collaboration with director Mohan Raja. This ambitious new project is expected to be a commercial family entertainer, generating significant fan excitement. Karthi is currently busy with other film commitments before commencing this new venture. Mohan Raja returns to direct a new commercial entertainer after…
England’s captain Ben Stokes with head coach Brendon McCullum (PTI Photo) Former England Test captain Ben Stokes has revealed that coaching the national side is his long-term ambition, while making it clear that his international playing career is over despite speculation about a possible return for the 2027 Ashes. Stokes called time on his England…
People clean a stretch of a road that is covered with mud following heavy rain in Nawalapitiya, Sri Lanka, on August 4, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP At least six persons were killed and three others injured as heavy rain, landslides and flash floods battered parts of Sri Lanka over the past two days, officials…
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss c CHENNAI: PMK president and Rajya Sabha MP Anbumani Ramadoss on Tuesday criticised both Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over his controversial remarks and the subsequent police action against him, saying both actions were inappropriate and should have been avoided.In a statement, Anbumani urged the ruling and opposition parties to…
A home issue could feel urgent with the Aries Moon. Saturn’s third aspect is delay, duty, and serious thinking. Amrit Siddhi Yoga supports a constructive step when the foundation is checked properly. What to Do Today Take one household matter that needs firm action. It might be maintenance, rent, property records, furniture, moving, or an…
Mithila Palkar refused to darken her skin by several shades for Super Subbu (Image Credits Instagram and Netflix) Mithila Palkar, known for the recently released Akshay Kumar starrer ‘Bhooth Bangla’ and Ori Devuda, has opened up about a creative decision she stood by while filming her Netflix Telugu debut, ‘Super Subbu’. The actress revealed that…