Raksha Bandhan in 2026 offers ways to celebrate the brother-sister bond remotely. Sisters can send Rakhis early or perform symbolic rituals at home. A Puja Thali with essential items helps in conducting the ceremony. Tying a Rakhi to a deity or connecting via video call are also options. Distance does not diminish the significance of…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of India (Getty Images) India captain Shreyas Iyer refused to reveal whether teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will make his international debut in the opening T20I against England on Wednesday, stressing that the players who helped India win the T20 World Cup deserve continued backing. Speculation over Sooryavanshi’s inclusion has grown ever since…
‘The Paradise’, Nani and Kayadu Lohar’s latest Telugu action drama has opened to a strong response at the box office. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film arrived in theatres worldwide on September 24 and has generated considerable interest following an impressive advance-booking phase. The film marks the second collaboration between Nani and Odela after ‘Dasara’,…
Image Credit: Still from 1974 film The Godfather Part – 2 Celebrated actor Al Pacino will receive a lifetime achievement award for his career achievements and humanitarian work next year, the actors’ union SAG-AFTRA announced on Thursday.The American actor, best known for playing Michael Corleone in “The Godfather” films is the 62nd recipient of the…
Taylor Swift made history at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday as she received the inaugural Artist Director Honors and premiered the music video for her new song, ‘Patient Zero’.The new honour recognises artists whose work behind the camera has expanded the possibilities of music videos and advanced visual storytelling. Swift was presented…
The Moon in Scorpio could make financial matters feel more personal or more intense. Anuradha Nakshatra promotes loyalty, restraint and careful handling. Keeping calm can save you money and your relationships. What to Do Today Review your household needs, savings, outstanding payments and outgoings. Libra natives will be able to notice cases where money is…
U.S. President Donald Trump’s war with Iran has recently entered its seventh month with no immediate end in sight. File | Photo Credit: Reuters President Donald Trump on Wednesday (September 9, 2026) predicted that the war with Iran will end “immediately after” the U.S. midterm elections in November because Tehran was trying to influence the…
Chennai: Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Tamil writer and filmmaker Poomani, known for his powerful portrayals of life in Tamil Nadu’s karisal (arid black soil) region, died in Chennai on July 12 due to age-related ailments. He was 79.Poomani, born Manickavasagam, adopted his pen name in 1966 when he began publishing his stories. He credited his mother,…
General:You may wake up feeling oddly split today. Part of you wants to get moving and prove something, while another part just wants to curl up and delay everything. That’s the Moon stirring restlessness, while Saturn presses on routine and responsibility. So yes, laziness and inner irritation may both show up. Annoying combination.Still, your confidence…
Experiencing rejection can feel deeply personal, yet it’s a universal aspect of life. Krishna’s insights remind us that our value isn’t contingent on our achievements. By adopting this mindset, we can transition from sorrow to self-acceptance. The profound lessons from the Bhagavad Gita encourage proactive responses and resilience in moments of defeat. Keep in mind,…