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For years, many Indian parents have given their children the same advice: “Sit with the topper and you will become smart too.” The idea is familiar. If a child spends more time around someone who consistently scores well, perhaps their discipline, study habits and motivation will eventually rub off. Psychology suggests that there may be…
Dr Liudmila Khokhlova received the Padma Shri thie year in June for her contribution to Hindi and Indian studies. When Dr Liudmila Khokhlova learnt that India had chosen her for the Padma Shri, the Russian scholar says she felt both happiness and a sense of responsibility. For someone who has spent decades studying Indian languages…
Pakistan’s Babar Azam, leaves the pitch (AP photo) Former Pakistan captain Waqar Younis believes the decision to hand Babar Azam the Test captaincy again could be hurting the batter’s performances, arguing that the team risks “losing a player” by placing the leadership burden on him.Waqar, who has served in several coaching roles with the Pakistan…
Fashion designer Donatella Versace speaks before the unveiling of Miley Cyrus’ star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, California, U.S., May 22, 2026. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Donatella Versace is getting ready for a new chapter, and this time, she’s building a brand of her own.The designer has announced an independent fashion and beauty…
In a recent update, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has introduced some major changes to India’s passport rules. A new validity framework for passports has been introduced for children below 15 years of age. Under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026, an ordinary 36-page passport issued to a child below 15 will be valid for…
India’s PV Sindhu (ANI Photo) India’s women’s badminton team bowed out of the Asian Games after Japan secured a 3-1 victory in the quarterfinals on Tuesday, with the singles players unable to match the impact of the country’s World Championships bronze-winning doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand.India were handed a difficult start when two-time…
India Women vs Sri Lanka Women Final Live Score: India will look to maintain their dominance in women’s cricket when they face Sri Lanka in the Asian Games final on Tuesday. The Indian women’s team enters the title clash as the stronger side after two convincing wins over Japan and Bangladesh. Sri Lanka, however, will…
October is the month when the skies clear up after heavy monsoon rains in India, bringing in pleasant weather, plush blue skies, and mesmerising sunsets. But apart from the serene weather, it is also a time when wild animals come out of their dens after the mud and trees dry up after the rains, in…
Chetan Bhatt misses bronze after 1-1 draw, loses Kumite playoff to Chinese Taipei on Senshu (Reuters) India’s Chetan Bhatt suffered heartbreak at the Asian Games 2026 after losing the men’s Kumite 84kg bronze medal playoff to Chinese Taipei’s Meng-yu Chung on Tuesday.The bout at the Toyohashi Gymnasium ended 1-1 after regulation time, but Chung walked…
Crispy fries do not necessarily require a deep fryer, air fryer or oven. A heavy-bottomed pan, a little oil and one simple trick can get you surprisingly close to that crisp, golden texture at home. The key is to remove excess starch and moisture from the potatoes before they hit the pan. The potatoes are…
India’s Rudrankksh Patil, left, wins bronze medal and Himanshu Dhillon wins Silver medal (PTI Photo) Himanshu Dhillon is a diehard Sunny Deol fan. His father, Shamsher Dhillon, has a doctorate in agriculture. The shooter’s motivational mantra, then, paraphrases a famous dialogue of his idol, his father’s profession and the farming he tried during the pandemic.“Yeh…
Strawberries are those brightly coloured fruits that are not just beautiful to look at but also delicious to eat. We wait almost a year to taste these red berries, but what if we could eat them right as we step onto our balcony? Even store-bought strawberries, which come in bulk, boxes full, often turn mushy…
