Members of the Civil Protection carry a body bag with the remains of an unidentified man who, according to his family, died of Ebola. File. | Photo Credit: Reuters The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has killed more than 1,500 people in eastern Congo, according to official data released on Thursday (July 30, 2026), a…
In Tamil Nadu, the noon-meal initiative is exploring the addition of chicken biryani to its menu (Representative image generated using AI) CHENNAI: The possibility of chicken biryani being included in Tamil Nadu’s iconic noon-meal programme has generated interest far beyond the school campuses.While the proposal may seem like an exercise in adding a popular dish…
Today, the Moon in Capricorn favours a practical approach in private affairs. Shravana Nakshatra is all about lstening with care. A relative’s recurring concern can be a practical message you missed earlier. What to Do Today Schedule time for a relaxed family chat. Let each person say what concerns them, and don’t correct the details…
Ramayana star Rakul Preet Singh returns to gym after 1.5-year injury recovery amid trailer release (Image Credits IMDb and Instagram) As Nitesh Tiwari‘s ‘Ramayana‘ continues to dominate conversations following its trailer launch at Brahma mahurat today, Rakul Preet Singh has shared an emotional update on her fitness journey, revealing she has returned to the gym…
Ajinkya Rahane (AFP Photo) Former and current Indian cricketers congratulated Ajinkya Rahane after the veteran batter announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday. Rahane, in a video posted on his Instagram, said the time was right for him to “move on”, bringing the curtain down on a memorable international career.The 38-year-old represented India in…
Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years until he won a special election for a seat in Parliament last month with the intention of challenging then Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Voters in the English city of Manchester are electing a new mayor on…
Tiruchirappalli is a prominent cultural centre renowned for its historic temples, including the Rockfort Temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, and the Jambukeswarar Temple at Thiruvanaikaval. Chennai: Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) has signed a greenfield 176-key Gateway hotel in Tiruchirappalli, expanding its presence in Tamil Nadu.Located on the Grand Southern Trunk (GST) Road, the hotel will…
Why August 2026 is a Numerologically Significant MonthSome months quietly pass by. Others become turning points. August 2026 appears to belong to the latter.What makes it unusual isn’t a single planetary event or a single numerological calculation. It is the convergence of several cycles. The month carries the vibration of Number 8, unfolds under a…
Meghan Markle talks about the process of making ‘Cookie Queens’ and how her children loved eating the cookies during the filming process. (Instagram) Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s children are quite open about their opinions when it comes to their parents’ work. When the ‘Suits’ actress recently attended the screening and Q&A session of her…
Image credit: Hockey India NEW DELHI: Hockey India (HI) on Thursday explained why the Indian men’s and women’s hockey teams will wear saffron jerseys instead of their traditional blue kits at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, saying the decision was taken for both technical reasons and the colour’s national significance.The move drew criticism from…