Iran’s top diplomat met his Qatari counterpart on Thursday (August 27, 2026) in Tehran for talks on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, as a U.S. naval blockade squeezes oil supplies to Iran amid a domestic shortfall. The visit by Qatar’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani follows a week of intense diplomacy in…
Representative image | AI Chennai: Paediatricians in the city are reporting an unusually early seasonal surge of influenza cases among schoolchildren, with infections spreading rapidly from children to other family members.Doctors said they were seeing more cases than last year, with July and Aug witnessing a substantial rise. “However, if the symptoms are mild, we…
The lunar eclipse on August 28, 2026, carries deep spiritual significance. This event, often called a Blood Moon, offers hidden messages for reflection. It suggests unresolved emotional issues may need attention and immediate reactions are not always necessary. Detachment can create space for healing, which may begin with acceptance. The eclipse symbolizes the transience of…
COIMBATORE: Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev broke down on Wednesday as he recounted a devastating disaster that struck an 80-member group of pilgrims in Nepal.In an emotional video address shared on X, Sadhguru stated that his immediate focus remained entirely on ground-level rescue operations and securing access to the affected zone. He issued an…
NEW DELHI: For the first time against India and only the fourth time overall, Sri Lanka did the unthinkable in Colombo. After being forced to follow on and facing a huge 213-run first-innings deficit, Sri Lanka fought back brilliantly to save the second Test against India on Thursday. The match ended in a draw, with…
Quote of the day by Clint Eastwood: ‘As you get older, you’re not afraid of doubt. Doubt isn’t running the show,’ the ‘Piano’ actor’s insightful words on how age brings maturity to deal with uncertainty in a better way. (YouTube) When we are younger, doubt and uncertainty may often leave you feeling as if your…
Colombo: India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) India and Sri Lanka played out a draw in the second Test at Colombo’s Sinhalese Sports Club, meaning India finished the two-match series 1-0 ahead.India looked firmly in control after declaring on 503/9 and dismissing Sri Lanka for 290, but the hosts produced a determined second-innings…
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a muddy river bank with debris is seen near Gyirong Port in southwestern China’s Tibetan Autonomous Region on Wednesday (August 26, 2026). | Photo Credit: AP A glacier collapse in Tibet caused catastrophic flash flooding in a border area of China and Nepal. Authorities in both countries…
On August 28, 2026, Raksha Bandhan aligns with a partial lunar eclipse, but thankfully, it won’t be seen in India, meaning Soukt Kaal restrictions are off the table. Families can confidently engage in their customary Rakhi tying and spiritual practices. With Bhadra Kaal concluding before dawn, all morning rituals can proceed without interference, ensuring a…
NAMAKKAL: More than 100 farmers led by Namakkal MP V S Matheswaran observed a hunger strike at Paramathi Velur on Thursday demanding immediate release of water from Jedarpalayam barrage in the Cauvery river into the Raja Vaikkal canal.Farmers alleged that water supply to the canal was stopped without notice 30 days ago, leaving standing crops…