Summer holidays once arrived with a kind of excitement that couldn’t be downloaded. There were no notifications, streaming platforms or endless scrolling to fill long afternoons. Instead, children stepped out of their homes the moment breakfast was over, returning only when the streetlights came on or their mothers called them in for dinner. Across India,…
Aftermath of strikes carried out by Pakistan in Afghanistan’s Chamkani district (Image source: Reuters) Pakistan’s security forces carried out ground operations and airstrikes along the Afghanistan border on Monday, killing 29, officials said. Pakistan’s information minister Attaullah Tarar announced the strikes on X, saying “three targets in Paktia, Paktika and Kunar were destroyed during precision…
State-owned India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL) is planning to raise $1 billion from overseas investors in what could become its largest foreign-currency loan, while also holding talks with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for a separate $400 million loan, a senior company executive told Reuters. State-owned India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL) is planning…
San Francisco Unicorns batters after the win. (Pic credit: MLC) San Francisco Unicorns jumped to the top spot in the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 standings in emphatic fashion, producing a batting masterclass to thrash Washington Freedom by eight wickets and significantly boost their Net Run Rate.Chasing a challenging target of 191, the Unicorns raced…
Ben Stokes’ shock retirement from international cricket during the third Test against New Zealand continues to dominate headlines, with former England captain Michael Vaughan suggesting that a breakdown in trust between Stokes and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) may have played a significant role in the all-rounder’s decision.Stokes has not spoken publicly since…
Picture Credit: Instagram Actress Preity Mukhundhan who was recently seen in the Tamil action thriller ‘Blast’ recently spoke about why she decided to be a part of his film. She also said choosing it was not an easy decision and described it as an unconventional choice. Preity Mukhundhan on choosing ‘Blast’ According to a report…
While appropriate clothing can make a difference, it is your behavior that has an even larger part to play in terms of avoiding snake bites. Some of the tips include the following: * Always wear pants made of sturdy fabric and wear sturdy boots up to your ankles when moving around in places where there…
French police start probe as social media suspects child trafficking through second-hand marketplace. French authorities have launched a preliminary investigation into claims that second-hand marketplace Vinted is being used to traffic children, after social media users flagged listings offering toys and low-value items for exorbitant prices with descriptions matching children’s ages and sizes.The Nanterre public…
Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Stock market recommendations: TVS Motor Company, and Vijaya Diagnostic Centre are the top stock recommendations by Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities for the June 29-July 3, 2026 week. The analyst has also shared his views on Nifty and Bank Nifty: Stock recommendations: TVS…
Birds of prey are typically known for preying on mammals, reptiles, or even smaller birds; the honey buzzard is different. In spite of its confusing name, this unusual bird of prey feeds mainly on bee and wasp larvae and does not eat honey at all. Living in Europe, Asia, and even part of Africa when…
A Vietnamese nail artist, known as Fullah, has achieved remarkable success in Dubai, earning up to Rs 10 lakh monthly through her intricate 3D nail designs. After starting her own salon, she’s reinvesting profits with plans for expansion and early retirement in her early 50s. Fullah’s disciplined financial habits and strategic investments in Vietnam are…
Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card users, passport applicants and Aadhaar holders. From changes in credit card benefits and passport charges to new RBI rules against mis-selling. Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card…
