At a World Cup loaded with tension and geopolitical intrigue, nothing has been more polarizing than the disruptions known as “hydration breaks.” These three-minute pauses, which occur midway through each half, have been derided around the globe as commercial land grabs that cater to sponsors, break up momentum, and violate the spirit of soccer. FIFA…
Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear a plea seeking to stop the transfer of 152 vacant in-service super-speciality medical seats in Tamil Nadu to the All India Quota (AIQ) for the 2025-26 academic year.A bench of justices B V Nagarathna and Joymalya Bagchi issued notices to the Centre, the Tamil Nadu government and other…
Actor R Madhavan was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, by President Droupadi Murmu at the second investiture ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on June 23. His wife Sarita Madhavan and son Vedaant Madhavan had joined him for the ceremony. The actor opted for a navy blue classy…
Remember refusing to wear a sweater on a winter morning because you thought you knew better? Or complaining about the food your mother cooked, only to discover there was no alternative waiting for you? For many Indians, childhood was filled with small moments like these. The lesson rarely came through long lectures. Instead, it arrived…
The equity benchmark indices on Wednesday (June 24) ended sharply higher, with BSE Sensex rising 791 points to 76,991 and Nifty gaining 198 points to 24,022, closing near the day’s high. Here are three reasons why the market rose today: 1. Heavyweight push from financials and IT stocks Index majors ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and…
A new hypercar startup is challenging one of the most fundamental aspects of performance car design: where the driver sits. Dutch brand Sanrivatti has revealed what it calls the “Apex Position”, a head-forward driving layout that aims to create a closer connection between the driver and the machine.The idea sounds simple: Move the driver forward,…
Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani sent a ‘calming message’ to shareholders at the company’s 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Addressing shareholders, Nilekani answered what has been the biggest worry of most analysts and shareholders about software companies. “AI will not replace companies like ours. It will amplify those who move with purpose and adapt with speed,”…
Rahul Gandhi (File photo) NEW DELHI: BJP on Wednesday launched a blistering attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of echoing narratives that “mirrored Pakistan’s propaganda” during Operation Sindoor. The ruling party at the Centre also charged that Rahul chose to question the government instead of demanding proof from Islamabad over its claims about…
The latest ICC ODI batting rankings saw a notable reshuffle at the top, with India captain Shubman Gill climbing to the No. 2 spot and overtaking teammate Virat Kohli, who has slipped to third place. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma continues to hold the fourth position following another successful ODI series.Gill’s rise in the rankings comes on…
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has started the registration process for candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Bachelor of Engineering (BE), and other engineering programmes in the state. Students who have qualified the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 can apply through the official website, jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.According to the official schedule,…
