Achieving perfect fluffy rice is a science, not just luck. The key lies in understanding starch types, amylose and amylopectin, and their interaction with water. Excessive water causes starch to leach, leading to stickiness. Among other things in the kitchen that can be annoying at times: you pour the rice, add what looks like the…
NEW DELHI: Russia has offered to increase its supply of crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) to India as the ongoing Middle East crisis adds volatility to the global energy market, reported PTI citing officials familiar with the discussions. The energy cooperation formed a key part of talks on Thursday between Russia’s first deputy…
Riteish Deshmukh’s Raja Shivaji trailer launched in Mumbai, featuring 10-year-old son Rahyl’s debut as young Shivaji Maharaj. Genelia stars as Saibai; emotional family event with stellar cast including Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan. Riteish thanks team; film releases May 1. The trailer launch of ‘Raja Shivaji’ was a poignant family affair for the Deshmukh clan. While…
Two Indian-origin men pleaded guilty to an H-1B scam in California, where they hired people promising them jobs at the University of California — fooling both the beneficiaries and the USCIS. Two Indian-origin men have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to H-1B visa fraud where they hired foreign nationals, promising them jobs at the University of…
NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party strongly condemned the move by Raghav Chadha and six other Rajya Sabha MPs who quit the party and decided to join BJP on Friday. Accusing the BJP of launching “Operation Lotus“, AAP MP Sanjay Singh said that this was a targeted attempt to “obstruct the good work of the Bhagwant…
Veteran singer Sudesh Bhosle has opened up about his close bond with legendary icon Asha Bhosle, recalling her discipline, passion and warmth. Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12, 2026, in Mumbai at the age of 92. She breathed her last at Breach Candy Hospital following a brief illness caused by a chest infection and…
TBSE Madhyamik and HS result 2026 TBSE Class 10th, 12th result 2026: The Tripura Board of Secondary Education (TBSE) is expected to declare the Madhyamik Class 10 and Higher Secondary (HS) Class 12 results 2026 tomorrow, May 8, at 12 noon. Once released, students will be able to check and download their scorecards from the…
The Nifty IT index has staged a notable recovery, rising 8% since April, even as the sector continues to grapple with deep cuts over the past year. Despite the recent rebound, the index remains down 23% on a one-year basis. The recovery appears to be driven by a mix of positioning and valuation comfort. According…
BMW F 450 GS has finally made its India debut, stepping into one of the most competitive segments in the market. As BMW’s most affordable adventure motorcycle, it goes up against the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and the KTM 390 Adventure S. Here’s a quick look at how these models stack up against each other…
Actor Johnny Knoxville is all about continuing his legacy and doing ‘dumb’ things with his friends. The star, who is best known for his work in the ‘Jackass’ franchise, is looking forward to doing silly things in the future. Talking about the franchise and how his life has been, Knoxville weighed in on a lot…
