The extraordinary velocity and scale of the flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River at around 8.40 a.m. on Wednesday (August 26, 2026) have left more than 600 dead and close to 2,500 missing, including foreign nationals, mostly from India. The Nepal government promptly got into action, mobilising personnel from the Nepal Army, Nepal Police and…
Asha.Prakash@timesofindia.comA few weeks ago, environment educator’s organisation Palluyir Trust announced an ‘insect walk’, for which 25 people signed up within a day. On the day of the walk, it started raining heavily, but participants kept calling up the organisers, requesting them not to cancel the walk, says Kanishka Padmanabhan of Palluyir. And this has been…
The day shines for you, though it comes wrapped in a little mist. That’s the curious mix. Jupiter blesses your status, reputation, and business prospects, so honour and respect can come your way. However at the same time, the Moon causes a bit of confusion within the body, causing you to question your own judgement…
India’s Manav Suthar (ANI Photo) Manav Suthar has wasted little time making an impression in Test cricket, with the left-arm spinner already putting himself in the conversation for a bigger role in India’s red-ball plans.Suthar has claimed 23 wickets from his first three Tests, but his impact has gone beyond the numbers. His ability to…
Tom Cruise and Anne Hathaway to star in ‘Days of Thunder’ sequel film, slated for 2028. (Instagram) It seems actor Tom Cruise is joining NASCAR for his upcoming project! The actor recently revealed that he will return to the big screen with the ‘Days of Thunder’ sequel. The first film, starring Cruise as Cole Trickle,…
England’s Joe Root celebrates (AP) Joe Root has added another major record to his remarkable Test career, surpassing Ricky Ponting to become the highest run-scorer in Test history on home soil.The England captain reached the milestone during the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s in London. Root came to the crease on Day 2 and…
In this photo taken from a video released by Russian Defence Ministry press service, Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov, right on the red carpet, is welcomed by North Korean Defence Minister No Kwang Chol in 2024. | Photo Credit: AP North Korea’s Defence Minister has been dismissed as part of a reshuffle of the country’s…
At 100, one would expect Anandavally Rajam to spend most part of her days resting. But come bedtime, Anandavally reaches for her mobile phone, and starts doom scrolling endlessly, clicking on all kinds of links indiscriminately, mostly on Facebook, till 5am. At times she switches to shopping apps, and buys “unnecessary stuff”, according to her…
The Moon in Pisces encourages patience and thoughtful closings for all zodiac signs. Aries should ensure a good handover during role changes and note key contacts. Taurus must compare lifetime costs when considering purchases, not just the initial price. Geminis should check online subscription renewal settings and delete unused features. Leos are advised to curate…
Samay Raina gets SLAMMED for disrespecting Archana Puran Singh on ‘India’s Got Latent 2’, netizens react, ‘Seriously disrespectful’ Samay Raina is facing backlash after an exchange with Archana Puran Singh on the latest episode of ‘India’s Got Latent 2,’ which left several viewers calling his comments “disrespectful”. The comedian mocked her laughter, work, and family…