NEW DELHI: India’s MMA fighter Varun Sanyal has broken his silence after being forced to withdraw from the Asian Games following a blackout during a sauna session, admitting that his attempt to cut weight on his own was “quite foolish” but saying he felt he had no choice.Sanyal, who was due to compete in the…
When Indian breads come to mind, naan, roti, paratha and kulcha often take centre stage. They are familiar, widely available and deeply woven into the country’s food culture. But travel further south and the idea of what counts as a bread becomes far more varied. Across Kerala, Karnataka, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana,…
Priscilla Chan’s education initiative, The Primary School, is closing after a decade of operations and reportedly more than $125 million in funding from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI). Founded to combine education with healthcare and family support, the project sought to address challenges affecting children’s development and learning. Following the closure announcement, CZI committed more…
Petrol pumps to stop accepting UPI above Rs 2000. Petrol pump dealers in Madhya Pradesh have announced that they will stop accepting UPI payments above Rs 2,000 from October 16, citing the additional merchant charges under the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework.The Madhya Pradesh Petroleum Dealers Association said fuel pump operators, who work…
Salman Khan’s strong reaction to the trolling faced by Katrina Kaif over her post-pregnancy appearance appears to have prompted an apology from the social media personality who had made the comments. During the latest episode of ‘Bigg Boss 20’, Salman called out those who target celebrities online and specifically addressed the trolling directed at his…
A school day can involve hundreds of little things that barely register in your mind. You pull open the classroom door, grab a chair, borrow a pen, press the lift button, use the washroom, and head to the canteen. None of these moments feels particularly dirty. But when hundreds of students repeat the same routine…
Indian woman loses iPhone 16 Pro in Japan for 5th time, finds it exactly where she left it An iPhone going missing is enough to make anyone check every pocket, bag, and nearby spot in a panic. But an Indian woman’s latest phone search in Japan had an unusual ending. After realizing her iPhone 16…
Discipline and consistency can build up one’s reputation, influencing future endeavors. New obligations may test resilience, requiring realistic commitments and careful planning. Financial goals necessitate tighter structures and automated progress for steady advancement. Gathering supporting documents and establishing clear routines are essential for success. Accountability for resources and careful decision-making will ensure future accuracy. The…
Xu Jiayu of China, in yellow cap, competes in the men’s 50-meter backstroke heats in swimming at the Asian Games in Tokyo, Japan, Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. (AP Photo) India’s swimmers had another disappointing day at the Asian Games on Monday, with two-time Olympian Srihari Nataraj finishing 10th in the men’s 50m backstroke final, while…
Beatrix Potter used the success of The Tale of Peter Rabbit to buy Hill Top, a 17th-century farmhouse and 34-acre farm in the Lake District village of Near Sawrey, in 1905. Potter was 39 and had already published six books with Frederick Warne & Co when she bought the property with proceeds from Peter Rabbit…
**EDS: TO GO WITH STORY SPF34** London: Indian cricketer Rinku Singh, left, and former English footballer David James during an EMW Global celebration, in London. (PTI Photo) (PTI09_18_2026_000001B) *** Local Caption *** New Delhi: For an athlete whose rise has been built on performances rather than publicity, Rinku Singh is now taking a big step…
There’s something quietly powerful about the fact that Hanuman, arguably the strongest figure in the Ramayana, someone who could lift entire mountains and leap across an ocean without breaking a sweat, is remembered just as much for his humility as for his power. It would’ve been so easy for someone with that kind of strength…
