A satellite image shows a Russian naval facility, in Tartous, Syria in this handout picture taken on December 6, 2024. | Photo Credit: Reuters Syria said on Sunday (August 9, 2026) that it reached a deal with Russia on the fate of its two bases in the country, which Moscow once used to provide military…
General:There is a solid, productive feel to your day, and you usually do well under that sort of sky. Saturn supports structure, and the Moon gives enough emotional balance to keep you moving without too much fuss. Good health and positive energy back you up, which makes a big difference.A family or social gathering may…
Tiger Shroff firing case: Three accused sent to 48-hour transit remand in Kota, ASP says, ‘They were handed over to the Mumbai Police’ The three men arrested for firing at actor Tiger Shroff’s car were presented before a judge in Kota, Rajasthan, on Monday and sent to 48-hour transit remand with the Mumbai Police. After…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi, second right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s second goal. (AP Photo) Lionel Messi turned back the clock once again as defending champions Argentina launched their FIFA World Cup title defence in emphatic fashion, with the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner scoring his first-ever World Cup hat-trick in a commanding 3-0 victory…
You’re switched on today. The Moon supports your focus and Mars gives drive, so you’ll feel more active, ready to get things done without too much drama. Good. Use it.A small win can lift the whole day. It may be finishing a pending task, sending an email you were avoiding, or finally cleaning up a…
Govt seeks HC nod to appoint V-Cs to state univs Chennai: Tamil Nadu govt on Wednesday requested the Madras high court for permission to appoint vice-chancellors to state universities as the Supreme Court has vacated its stay against the operation of amendments made to state universities acts.Advocate-general Vijay Narayan made the submission on a public…
A satellite image shows damage at the control tower in the port of Chabahar, Iran, July 9, 2026. | Photo Credit: Planet Labs PBC via Reuters A series of mysterious, unclaimed air strikes that hit Iran after the U.S. said it finished its attacks have again raised questions of who else may be targeting the…
On July 13, an Iranian civilian aircraft carrying a high-level Houthi delegation was heading towards Sana’a, Yemen’s capital. Under an unwritten understanding between the Houthis (or Ansar Allah), who control northern and northwestern Yemen, including Sana’a, and the country’s Saudi-backed government, planes seeking to land in Houthi-held territory were required to obtain prior approval. The…
This month, you could feel inspired to start something that truly matters. But excitement can make you forget practical boundaries. August will reward imagination when it is backed by discipline. Sawan will be from the 30th of July to the 28th of August 2026. Its spiritual mood will help you direct emotional energy to prayer,…
Omjasvin.MD@timesofindia.comThe state’s Secretariat is buckling under mounting footfalls, haphazardly parked vehicles, absence of washrooms and drinking water facilities, besides poor canteens.With scores now coming to greet the new chief minister and ministers, the corridors are packed to the rafters. Officials say the daily footfall at the complex located on the 400-year-old Fort St George campus,…