Devdutt Padikkal admitted the Player of the Series award came with mixed feelings after India settled for a draw in the second Test against Sri Lanka at the SSC Ground on Thursday.Padikkal finished the two-Test series as India’s leading batter, scoring 328 runs and registering two centuries. He stepped up impressively after B Sai Sudharsan…
Kriti Sanon found herself at the centre of a social media controversy after featuring in a Raksha Bandhan advertisement that drew criticism over her outfit and the way the festival was portrayed. The campaign, which featured Kriti celebrating Raksha Bandhan in a contemporary outfit, sparked a debate on the internet about clothing, culture and whether…
Savita Punia (right) with Bichu Devi Kharibam in Amstelveen on Thursday Kolkata: India’s best World Cup finish in 52 years prompted an appeal from former India captain and goalkeeper Savita Punia, who wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media after the team’s historic campaign — asking him to help save the Women’s Hockey…
The deadly flash flood in Nepal on Wednesday (August 26, 2026) was likely caused by a huge chunk of a glacier that broke off and temporarily dammed a river, according to preliminary investigations by scientists. That may have led to the backed-up water surging downstream with enormous force a few hours later, they suggested. Scientists…
Chennai: The state health department has created 284 superspecialist doctor posts and will assess infrastructure and staffing gaps in govt hospitals across districts after the budget session, said health minister K G Arunraj.Appointments will be made in fields including cardiology and nephrology, he said, acknowledging a shortage of superspecialists in govt hospitals. He also announced…
On August 28, 2026, the Moon transitions into Aquarius, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery and innovative thinking. People may prefer to find their own answers instead of seeking approval. Documenting issues with evidence, such as photos and receipts, will become essential. Technical challenges could arise from various sources, warranting meticulous adjustments. Additionally, safeguarding personal finances…
Dulquer Salmaan Sings New Track ‘Loser’. Dulquer Salmaan is returning to Malayalam cinema with the upcoming thriller ‘I’m Game’, following the failure of ‘King of Kotha’. Ahead of the film’s theatrical release, the actor also stepped behind the microphone for ‘Loser’. The new track was released on Thursday in five languages.The song is available in…
India’s grandmaster (GM) R Praggnanandhaa, (PTI Photo) Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa produced a remarkable turnaround against Fabiano Caruana to win the Grand Chess Tour Finals and secure the biggest title of his career in St. Louis on Thursday (local time).Praggnanandhaa overturned a six-point deficit at the start of the day, winning both rapid games against…
At least 290 Indians remain ‘uncontactable’ after Nepal flash flood, says MEA In a “preliminary assessment” of the situation following the flash flood in Nepal, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday (August 27, 2026) said at least 290 Indian nationals remain “uncontactable”. On India’s support to Nepal as it deals with the disaster,…
Chennai: A 32-year-old police computer operator was arrested for repeatedly harassing a woman constable after she rejected his advances in Tiruvallur.The accused, Ramkumar of Tiruttani, was a computer operator at Pallipattu police station. He secured the job on compassionate grounds following his father’s service in the police department.According to police, Ramkumar was in love with…