File Pic: Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly (TOI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has opened up about the behind-the-scenes battles he fought with selectors during his captaincy tenure to protect and reshape Rahul Dravid’s ODI career, revealing how close the batting legend came to being dropped over concerns about his strike rate.Speaking…
A routine wind turbine construction in Wolfenbüttel, Germany, unearthed a remarkable 3000-year-old Bronze Age treasure hoard. The intact cache, featuring intricate bronze jewellery and Baltic amber beads, highlights the advanced craftsmanship and extensive trade networks of the era. Image Credits: Google Gemini When striving for an energy source which is sustainable and futuristic, things tend…
Harry S. Truman never developed a reputation for speaking in polished political language. Even after reaching the White House, he often sounded more like a neighbour sharing an opinion than a leader delivering a carefully constructed message. That quality explains why many of his remarks have survived long after his presidency ended. Some were serious….
Voters in the coastal Florida city of Bonita Springs have approved a $35 million general obligation bond Voters in the coastal Florida city of Bonita Springs have approved a $35 million general obligation bond, clearing the way for the local government to buy a key 5.8-mile stretch of unused railway. The ballot decision unlocks the…
You’re switched on today, and it shows. The Moon is supporting your gains sector, while Mercury, your ruler, sharpens focus and speed, so the day feels more alive than usual. People respond to you well, and tasks that looked dull yesterday become easier once you start.There’s a pleasant sense of momentum around you. Not dramatic,…
Delnaaz Irani has opened up about playing Gulshan Tarapurwala, an overbearing Parsi mother, in Netflix’s comedy series ‘Chumbak’. In a recent interview, the actor revealed that filmmaker Aatish Kapadia had written the character with her in mind. Irani also discussed the extensive preparation that went into creating Gulshan, her decision to embrace the character’s quirks…
A jawbone like this was never expected to matter so much. It came up from the seabed off Taiwan, quiet and unremarkable at first glance, almost easy to overlook. For years, it sat in collections as an uncertain fragment, something that didn’t quite belong anywhere in the human story. No clear signs. No obvious connection…
There was a time when couples waited all day to hear from each other. Today, they are often sitting next to one another, both staring at different screens. Phones have become part of almost every moment, from breakfast to bedtime. While technology helps people stay connected, it can quietly create distance in the relationships that…
Few things unsettle a parent quite like hearing “I hate school” for the first time, especially when it comes out of nowhere from a kid who used to bound out the door every morning. The instinct is often to either brush it off as normal grumbling or panic and assume the worst, but child psychologists…
Sarva Pitru Amavasya will take place on 10 October, allowing families to remember all ancestors. The rituals can be performed at home with simple offerings and prayers. This is a significant day for honoring those whose tithis are unknown or forgotten. Families can also complete rituals online if they are living abroad or short on…
Pisces begins this week with warmth around partnership and support. Early on, your spouse or a trusted person stands beside you, and that makes a real difference. You may feel more romantic than usual, more ready to share, and more open to help. For some, new proposals, fresh offers, and legal relief arrive like a…
Yash’s ‘Toxic’ gets legal protection from Bengaluru court against circulation of false content ahead of August 26 release With ‘Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups’ set to hit theatres, its makers have taken a pre-emptive legal step to shield the film from misinformation. A day before release, the production secured an interim injunction from a Bengaluru…
