The first thing many people notice on Shani Jayanti isn’t a mantra. It’s the sound of oil, thick and dark, slipping into a small diya (lamp) near a Shani shrine, and the sight of devotees holding black til (sesame) and a few coins with a seriousness that feels different from the bright bustle of other…
CSK face season-defining showdown against LSG (Image: IPL/BCCI) For Chennai Super Kings, today’s clash against Lucknow Super Giants is far more than just another league fixture in IPL 2026. It is effectively a turning point that could either launch Chennai into the top four or leave their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. With a…
For years, the Indian car market has been moving in one direction. Bigger stance, higher ground clearance and SUV badges everywhere. Almost every new car today wants to look like an SUV. Hatchbacks have turned into crossovers, compact cars are called “micro SUVs”, and slowly and steadily SUVs are becoming the default answer to most…
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi addressing media in Delhi Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday said Tehran has “received messages” from the United States seeking the continuation of talks.Click here for live updates on US-Iran warAraghchi made the remarks at a press conference in New Delhi, where he is attending the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting.“What…
Bangladesh vs Pakistan (AFP Photo) Pakistan have suffered a double blow after their historic defeat to Bangladesh, with the ICC slapping the side with a hefty fine and docking crucial points in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 standings.The ICC on Friday confirmed that Pakistan had been fined 40 per cent of their match fee…
Real love isn’t like the movies. It’s rarely about the rain-soaked airport reunions or the expensive flower arrangements. Most of the time, “happily ever after” is built in the quiet, boring, in-between moments. It’s about how you treat each other when the coffee runs out or when work is stressing you both to the breaking…
A significant $55 million donation revitalised the Mid-Manhattan Library, transforming it into the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons It is natural to conclude that in the evolving world of information technology, the traditional library has become less relevant than ever before as a central hub of urban life. These libraries are romanticised…
Gold hallmark numbers are often overlooked, yet they quietly reveal one of the most important details about jewellery. Most people only notice them after years of wearing a ring or necklace, when curiosity finally kicks in. These tiny stamps, like 375, 585, 750, 916, and 999, are not random. They are a direct measure of…
On Madhuri Dixit’s birthday, fans across the country are celebrating the actress who ruled Bollywood with her charm, acting brilliance and unforgettable dance performances. From iconic films like ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Dil To Pagal Hai’, ‘Beta’ and ‘Devdas’ to becoming one of the most loved reality show judges on television, Madhuri has successfully maintained…
The world’s largest meteorite never made it to a museum. Image credit – Wikimedia Meteorites are usually shown as small rocks housed behind glass panes in a museum display. Yet, some of the biggest meteorites ever unearthed resemble trucks more than they do stones. Such colossal chunks of iron and rock fell to the surface…
Move over movie-inspired fashion trends, because Vijay has now seemingly turned Chief Minister dressing into Tamil Nadu’s newest style obsession.The actor-turned-politician, who recently stepped into office as Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister, is not just making headlines for politics anymore. His sharply tailored black blazer, crisp white shirt, and clean formal look are suddenly everywhere online…
Today’s world often measures success through salaries, followers, grades, or public recognition. Many people spend their lives searching for one big answer to a simple question: What is my purpose? Some look for it in achievements, while others wait for the “perfect moment” to discover it. But the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita has a…
