Everyone knows someone who walks into a restaurant, glances at the menu for a few seconds and orders the exact same dish they always do. To some, that habit may seem predictable, but psychologists say it reveals much more than a lack of culinary adventure. Decades of research on food preferences, sensation seeking and eating…
Indian-origin man in Texas, Ravi Vavilala, said he had to remove the Ganesha idol from his home to make it look generic to prospective buyers. Days after MAGA celebrated how the real estate prices came down in Texas as Indian H-1Bs started exiting the US, a statement by Indian-American Ravi Vavilala has gone viral. Vavivala…
MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) As the tennis world gears up for another edition of Wimbledon, India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson drew interesting parallels between some of cricket’s biggest icons and modern tennis stars, while also reflecting on India’s recent World Cup successes and the challenge posed by Australia.Speaking ahead of the grass-court major,…
Larry the Cat looks forward to PM No 7 during its 15 years tenure (Image credit: @Number10cat on X) As UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation amid mounting political turmoil, once again a “cabinet member” gained attention; one who now awaits the 7th PM in 10 years – Larry the cat, “chief mouser…
Which are top 10 gainers and losers on NSE & BSE today? Benchmark equity indices bounced back on Monday, with the Sensex rising 291 points and the Nifty reclaiming the 24,100 mark, supported by falling crude oil prices, fresh foreign fund inflows and optimism surrounding diplomatic progress in US-Iran negotiations.The 30-share BSE Sensex gained 291.17…
NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines to help female cricketers safely resume their careers after childbirth. The move comes as more players are choosing to balance professional cricket with motherhood, with the ICC aiming to strengthen support systems and player welfare. ICC chairman Jay Shah stressed…
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s much hyped comeback movie ‘Maa Inti Bangaram’ has finally released in theatres and is garnering a good response from the audience. The movie, released on June 19, 2026, is an action-comedy drama that appealed not only to Samantha’s fans but also to family audiences. Apart from receiving good reviews from its audiences,…
Mahesh Navami is going to fall on Navami tithi (ninth day of the bright fortnight) of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. This time, it will take place on June 23, 2026. The festival is dedicated to worship Lord Shiva and people worship Mahesh (Mahadev) form of Lord Shiva. The day is observed with…
The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI), which tracks coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilisers, steel, cement and electricity, grew 0.5% in May on a year-on-year basis. The eight sectors account for 40.27% of the weight of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). India’s infrastructure sector growth slowed to 0.5% in May from…
UAE outlines eligibility and requirements for free private tutor permit. The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has clarified the eligibility criteria for its Private Tutor Work Permit, allowing more categories of residents to legally offer private tutoring services across the country.The permit, introduced in coordination with the Ministry of Education, is free…
Psychology suggests that the way you eat dal chawal when you are alone may reveal more about your stress levels than most people realise. Research on stress and eating behaviour shows that chronic stress can override the brain’s natural satiety signals and increase cravings for high-calorie, highly palatable foods. In such states, even simple meals…
For decades, wind power has relied on a familiar formula: enormous towers, vast concrete foundations and specialised heavy-lift equipment capable of transporting and assembling components that can weigh hundreds of tonnes. While effective, these requirements have limited where wind turbines can be deployed and increased both costs and environmental impacts. Now, a new generation of…
