NEW DELHI: Riyan Parag launched a pointed defence of players after Rajasthan Royals’ seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur, urging commentators and experts to stop personal criticism and focus on the game itself.The RR skipper, who missed the match due to a hamstring issue and remained among the impact substitutes, said players often…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni, in a joint op-ed across several news platforms on Wednesday (May 20, 2026), outlined an expanded roadmap for cooperation between the two countries across sectors, including trade, technology, energy, space, and security, against the backdrop of an emerging “Indo-Mediterranean” corridor. “The relationship between India and Italy…
Archaeological Survey of India is working to bring back from Scotland seven charters on copper plates, including those issued by Vishnu Gopavarman and Simhavarman, early Pallava kings who ruled from Kanchipuram. CHENNAI: After bringing back the 11th century CE Chola-era copper plates from Leiden University in the Netherlands, Archaeological Survey of India is now working…
The term ‘water manifestation’ is now a popular wellness trend for people who want to grow in positivity, emotional healing and mental clarity. The theory behind this practice is that words and intentions have energy and it consists of speaking affirmations to the water before you drink it. Followers say this conscious act helps to…
NEW DELHI: At six feet five inches, Gurnoor Brar does not just bowl fast, he bowls from somewhere most batsmen are not prepared to deal with. It’s the bounce he extracts — disconcerting and at pace northwards of 145 kph — that sets him apart from other domestic Indian pacers. On Tuesday, when the selectors…
Anupam Kher won Best Supporting Actor at the UK Asian Film Festival for his film Calorie, based on the 1985 Kanishka Air Tragedy. The veteran actor believes competence is brilliance’s biggest enemy and treats every film as his first. He also lamented how troll culture has killed Bollywood’s celebratory spirit. Anupam Kher recently added a…
Bangladesh complete historic whitewash over Pakistan with 78-run win in Sylhet (Image: ESPNcricinfo) Bangladesh scripted another memorable chapter in their Test cricket journey after defeating Pakistan national cricket team by 78 runs in the second Test at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium to seal a dominant 2-0 series whitewash. The victory marked Bangladesh’s second consecutive…
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy. File | Photo Credit: AP The Senate advanced legislation on Tuesday (May 19, 2026) that seeks to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the Iran war, as a growing number of Republicans defied the President’s wishes. Since Mr. Trump ordered the attack on Iran at the end of February, Democrats…
Chennai climbs to 29th rank with 92.34% pass rate CHENNAI: Chennai district ups its ranking from 34 in 2025 to 29 in 2026. Pass percentage wise, the district scored 92.34 — a jump from 90.73 last year. Assessing the performance of govt schools alone, the district secured 86.25% pass — a jump from 82.84 in…
The day carries a festive smell, like fresh flowers near the front door. Family celebrations or a social gathering come into focus, and you’ll feel more at ease than usual.Mercury blesses your speech, so you’ll win hearts without trying too hard. People listen when you talk today, and they remember your words. That’s rare, so…