NEW DELHI: One of the most recognisable faces of DR Congo football was missing from the stands when the African nation held Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup match on Wednesday.Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, better known as Lumumba Vea, could not attend the match in Houston because he is currently…
Arnav Paparkar (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: The question – “Who is Arnav Paparkar?” – quickly started trending on social media after the young Indian tennis player created history at Wimbledon. Paparkar became the first Indian in 36 years to reach the boys’ singles quarterfinals at the prestigious tournament. The 18-year-old defeated Japan’s Ryo Tabata…
Quote of the day by Alexander Fleming (Image source: Wikipedia) Sometimes, even when you plan carefully, things don’t go as planned. Some of the most important discoveries in history have happened when things didn’t go as planned. Alexander Fleming, whose work changed modern medicine, said this idea in a famous quote. His words show how…
A four-hour train ride from Delhi to Jaipur turned into an unexpected surprise for a British travelling family of five travelling across the country. Known as Hutchinson family (The Hutchinsons), the woman shared her experience aboard the Vande Bharat Express on social media, describing the journey as “pretty pleasant”.In the video, she says, ‘We nearly…
Earnhardt’s collection goes back to the period when JR Motorsports was competing in late models. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has turned part of his property near Mooresville, North Carolina, into an unusual collection of racing history. More than 75 wrecked race cars are scattered across his estate, which includes a private “Racecar Graveyard” and a Wild…
Princess Diana’s favourite egg dish (AI image generated via Google Gemini) Princess Diana is still one of the most admired people in modern history. People admire her for her humanitarian work, public image, and lifestyle choices that many people can relate to. People often think that royal life means fancy meals and fancy dining, but…
Bangladesh is preparing for one of its most ambitious green initiatives yet: a nationwide plan to plant 250 million trees over the next five years. The program is designed to increase the country’s green cover, deliver on a key election promise, and support long-term climate and biodiversity goals. But as conservationists point out, planting such…
The 10th edition of the Women’s Asia Cup begins in Dubai on Friday, with eight teams competing in the T20I format. The tournament will run until September 13, with all 15 matches to be played in Dubai.The eight teams have been divided into two groups. India, Pakistan, Thailand and Hong Kong are in Group A,…
These names show that ancient names do not necessarily have to sound old-fashioned. Leonidas and Maximus carry particularly bold associations with strength and heroism, while Augustus and Darius are linked to powerful rulers from the ancient world. Victor offers a simple meaning connected with victory, while Evander and Aeneas provide more unusual options for parents…
Heartbreaking visuals from Nepal prompted netizens to draw parallels with Grave of the Fireflies. There are some images that stay with you long after you have scrolled past them. A video emerging from flood-hit Nepal shows one such moment: a little boy, carrying his younger sister in his arms, walking through the devastation as he…
Stress has been made an unavoidable aspect of contemporary life. It might come from work pressure, money problems, family responsibilities, or even the constant barrage of messages from our smart phones. While some stress might sometimes prove beneficial to us, too much of it would not only do us physical harm but would also negatively…
The right method can keep puris soft and fluffy without extra oil. The key lies in the dough, the way each puri is rolled, and the heat of the oil. A firm dough is important because a soft dough can make puris absorb more oil during frying. Adding a little semolina can also help give…
