Dr. Suman Chakraborty, Director, IIT Kharagpur When Suman Chakraborty assumed office as Director of Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur in 2025, it marked the culmination of a distinguished academic journey built on excellence, innovation, and purpose. Yet, his story is not defined merely by administrative leadership. Long before taking charge of one of India’s premier…
In a heartwarming moment on ‘Indian Idol,’ veteran actresses Aruna Irani and Farida Jalal embraced their shared history after 53 years apart. Their last appearance together was in the beloved classic ‘Bobby’ back in 1973. As they graced the stage, contestants celebrated their legacy with renditions of their timeless songs, evoking a wave of nostalgia…
IndiGo, Air India and Air Asia have shared a fresh travel update for passengers travelling between Indian and West Asia. Dubai Airports along other airspaces in the UAE continue to be operational amid a continuously changing conflict situation. However, airlines are continuously adjusting schedules and issuing travel advisories. IndiGo’s travel advisory IndiGo updated its travel…
On the corporate front, global earnings will see Bank of China announcing its quarterly results. Domestically, Manappuram Finance, Nazara Technologies and IRB Infrastructure are expected to remain in focus, driven by board meetings and key corporate actions. Activity in the primary market will be another area to watch, with Pawarika, Cyperentrals and Amirchand Jagdish Kumar…
TRICHY: A devotee was killed and two others were injured after a portion of the ceiling collapsed at the Samayapuram Mariamman Temple in Tiruchirappalli on Sunday, police said. The incident took place at the Sannathi Street mandapam, where devotees were resting after arriving for darshan. According to Trichy district police, the deceased has been identified…
Virat Kohli and Mohammad Kaif (IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Two years after retiring from international T20 cricket, Virat Kohli continues to prove he’s far from “finished” in the shortest format of the game. In the IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, he smashed an unbeaten 69 off 38 balls for Royal Challengers Bengaluru,…
UGC flags Rajasthan institute as fake The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a public notice warning students, parents, and the general public against taking admission in a self-styled institution operating in Rajasthan. The move comes as part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to curb the spread of fake universities and protect students from fraudulent…
More than a decade after Hannah Montana became a cultural phenomenon, Jason Earles is looking back on one moment that still stands out above the rest. And surprisingly, it was never even part of the script.Speaking about his time on the show and its 2009 film, Earles revealed that his favourite scene with Miley Cyrus…
A month into the Middle East conflict, its ripple effects are felt across economies worldwide. The crisis was triggered on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran, setting off a chain of events that has tightened Tehran’s grip over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. This narrow sea passage,…
RCB’s Virat Kohli, left, and Rajat Patidar during the IPL 2026 opener. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off IPL 2026 in style, but skipper Rajat Patidar made it clear who stood at the heart of their dominant six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad — Virat Kohli.Chasing 202 at the M Chinnaswamy…
