Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has praised teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster’s fearless batting and ability to perform at such a young age make him special.Speaking to news agency ANI, Dhawan said it is a big achievement for a 15-year-old to reach the international level and deliver consistent performances. He also pointed to…
A view of the Genbaku Dome in Hiroshima that has since 1996 been a memorial for the 1.4 lakh people killed in the city by the U.S. nuclear weapon on August 6, 1945. | Photo Credit: Oilstreet (CC BY-SA) The world is in a deep crisis. The once sacred “rules based world order” is driven to…
Chennai: Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Friday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to introduce a separate entrance examination or use NEET scores for admissions to Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH) courses. Instead, admissions should be made based on Class XII marks or criteria decided by state…
Today, the Moon’s position in Taurus encourages practical skills and deep, meaningful dialogues. With Mercury influencing Pushya Nakshatra, one-on-one discussions take on a more serious tone, promoting introspection. The Amrit Siddhi Yoga encourages the formation of respectful and purposeful relationships. Those in Capricorn can seize the day to launch valuable projects, assuming clarity in their…
‘GDN’ box office collections day 1: R. Madhavan film earns Rs 59 lakh gross; Tamil version dominates opening day R. Madhavan’s ‘G.D.N.’ has made a modest start at the Indian box office. The biographical drama arrived in theatres on August 7. According to Sacnilk, the film earned an estimated India gross of Rs 59 lakh…
Mexico City’s Security Secretariat described the shooting as a “direct attack” in which a 42-year-old man died and two 39-year-old men were injured. File image | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos One person died, and two more were wounded on Monday (July 28, 2026) after a shooting in Mexico City near the Zocalo public square and Presidential…
Chennai: Those who make fake motor accident claims can face criminal prosecution if they are found to have submitted fake documents, even if the accident cases are closed, dismissed for default or withdrawn, Madras high court has ruled.Justice N Anand Venkatesh clarified the issue while monitoring the investigation into suspected fake motor insurance claims, in…
With the Moon positioned in Taurus, individuals can expect to foster stable and meaningful relationships alongside strategic planning. Mercury’s influence through Pushya Nakshatra emphasizes the importance of wise counsel and thoughtful deliberation when outlining plans. Notably, Amrit Siddhi Yoga enhances the potential for responsible, impactful initiatives. For Scorpio natives, today is ideal for initiating formal…
After waiting it out for the trailer release of ‘Ramayana’, fans in India may just have to wait a tad longer to watch the film on the big screens. Producer Namit Malhotra sent waves online, as he cleared the air about the much-talked-about release schedule of the film. Speaking in his latest round of interviews,…
Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney. File | Photo Credit: AP Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday (August 6, 2026) that trade negotiations with the United States had turned “nasty” after President Donald Trump derided America’s neighbour and its leadership while threatening to expand tariffs. Mr. Carney said Canada remained engaged in the negotiations despite…