England have named a 16-member squad for the first two Tests of the three-match series against Pakistan, which begins later this month and is part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship cycle.The squad marks the start of a new phase for England after the retirement of Ben Stokes and the departure of head coach…
Quote of the day by American author Mignon McLaughlin Human character possesses a remarkable capacity for self-deception, particularly when it comes to the pursuit of virtue. When Mignon McLaughlin, an American journalist, editor and author best known for her sharp aphorisms, penned the observation that a proud man can learn humility, but will be proud…
Shoojit Sircar opens up about his shelved Kishore Kumar biopic and why Ramayana star Ranbir Kapoor was his only choice (Image Credits IMDb) Acclaimed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, known for directed classics like ‘Piku’, ‘Vicky Dono’r, ‘October’, and ‘Sardar Udham,’ has opened up about his long-standing ambition to bring the life of legendary singer-actor Kishore Kumar…
Gemini Monthly Horoscope, August 2026: Fresh Opportunities Bring Confidence, Growth, And Meaningful Progress (AI Image) It’s possible that you awake feeling uncertain, and that’s real. The Moon has you doubting yourself, as Saturn will be looking down at your faith. So if you feel you need moral support today, don’t act as if nothing’s wrong….
Quote of the day by JD Vance on ‘limousine socialists’ Vice President JD Vance recently unleashed a brutal attack on what he called ‘limousine socialists’ as he spoke against Democratic Abdul El-Sayed who won the Michigan primary. Though it is a rant against a Democrat politician, it reflected Vance’s overall thought on socialism. “They’re not…
Chennai: Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni and Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane during the toss before an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 T20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, in Chennai. (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar) *** Local Caption *** Mahendra Singh Dhoni‘s leadership has often…
Hawaii Man Who Knocked Out Congressional Candidate Speaks Out Democratic congressional candidate Kirill Basin appeared in a Maui courtroom in handcuffs on Tuesday after allegedly threatening people at a beach before being knocked unconscious by a trained bystander.The 40-year-old, who is running for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District, was remanded in custody on two counts of…
For months now, buzz has been building around Sunny Deol joining forces with ‘Kill’ director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for a big-budget action thriller, tentatively called ‘Parshuram’. The film, produced by Madhu Mantena and Mythri Movie Makers, was set to commence filming in October 2026. However, the project has now stalled and been put on hold…
Image Credit: Hannes Grobe The Arctic region is warming three times faster than the global average since the past 40 years, which makes it one of the most sensitive areas on the planet. Recent scientific findings published in Nature Geoscience have uncovered a previously unknown natural process that massively increases the number of cloud-forming particles…
India squad for AHF Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2026 Midfielder Khaidem Shileima Chanu will captain the 18-member India junior women’s hockey team at the Junior Asia Cup, which will be held in Moqi, China, from August 30 to September 13.The squad recently returned from an exposure tour of the United Kingdom as part of its…
Wildlife crossings are increasingly becoming one of the most effective ways to protect both motorists and animals on busy highways, and Oregon and Utah are among the US states leading the effort. Together, the two states have more than 130 wildlife crossings, including overpasses, underpasses and culverts that allow animals to safely cross roads while…
Ameesha Patel recently connected with her fans through an #AskAmy session on X (formerly Twitter), where she answered a range of questions. One particular interaction gained attention after a fan drew a comparison between Preity Zinta’s role in ‘Batwara 1947’ and Ameesha’s memorable character Sakina from ‘Gadar’.The fan highlighted Ameesha’s performance in the 2001 blockbuster…
