Chennai: With just four days left before the TVK govt’s May 26 deadline to shut 717 Tasmac outlets located within 500m of temples, schools and bus stands, prohibition and excise minister K Vignesh on Saturday directed Tasmac officials to speed up the closure of the remaining 281 outlets and to step up enforcement against illicit…
Chennai: India Women’s Smriti Mandhana (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar) India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana said she feels proud to reach 300 international matches, with the milestone coming during the first-ever women’s Test at Lord’s. The 29-year-old also became the youngest woman in cricket history to achieve the feat and is the 12th woman overall to play 300…
Sharmila Dhankar (ANI Photo) New Delhi: For Sharmila Dhankar, every throw carries the weight of a life rebuilt. From growing up in poverty in Haryana’s Mahendragarh district and surviving domestic abuse in her first marriage to selling the family home to sustain her sporting dream, the 40-year-old para shot putter has turned adversity into ambition…
Home feels like the centre of the day, and thankfully it feels peaceful. The Moon supports domestic harmony, while Venus, your ruler, softens conversations and helps people meet each other halfway. That is why the atmosphere in the house seems lighter, more cooperative, and less prickly than usual. Even routine things, breakfast chatter, arranging repairs,…
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Russia’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement “The Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Armenia, Sergei Pavlovich Kopyrkin, has been recalled to Moscow for consultations in connection with steps taken by the Armenian leadership toward rapprochement with the European Union.” FIle | Photo Credit: Reuters Russia said…
Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location during what U.S. Central Command says are strikes on Iran in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. | Photo Credit: U.S. Central Command via Reuters The United States intensified its strikes targeting Iran early on Thursday (July 16, 2026),…
Today is a day that emphasises duty, where loyalty, fairness and honest support are appreciated. In Chinese astrology, July 23, 2026, is Wu Xu Day, or Yang Earth Dog day. It gives a strong urge to act lawfully, practical pressure and a steady mind. How to Navigate Today’s Energy Have a simple schedule for the…
Not every thought needs an audience today, Gemini. Mercury, your ruler, is under pressure from hidden influences, and that means loose talk can work against you. Keep your plans, strategy, and personal worries close to your chest. Someone may smile at you in the corridor or during a tea break, yet not wish you entirely…
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay continues to receive reactions from political leaders and film personalities following his rise to power. The latest to speak about the actor-turned-politician is Suresh Gopi, who believes it is too early to assess the performance of the new government.Speaking to reporters, the actor and Union Minister said Vijay should be…
Prime Minister Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour in the Australian capital as part of his visit to the country. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was also present and received the Prime Minister at the ceremonial venue, where the two leaders greeted each other before the ceremony. Earlier, PM Modi…