The next time you pick up an apple or a box of strawberries, imagine seeing the smiling face of the farmer who grew them staring back at you. It sounds unusual, but in parts of Japan, that’s exactly what shoppers get. A simple photograph tucked inside a fruit or vegetable box has now sparked a…
Himachali food is often described as rustic and comforting, but that only tells half the story. Shaped by mountain seasons, local produce, slow cooking and limited ingredients, the cuisine of Himachal Pradesh has long leaned toward balance rather than excess. Many traditional dishes rely on lentils, fermented foods, leafy greens, millets, yogurt, jaggery and just…
Government’s stake sale in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) saw strong participation from institutional investors in the first leg of the Offer-for-Sale (OFS), with nearly two-thirds of the shares reserved for them subscribed by noon on Tuesday.Data available till midday showed institutional investors had bid for more than 18.81 crore shares, amounting to 66.10% of the…
A 170-year-old stone mill that once made water turbines and machinery during New England’s industrial boom has completed a $53 million (£41 million) historic restoration. The building has reopened as an 86-unit residential complex offering homes at different price levels in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Built in 1848 by industrialist Abbott Lawrence along the Merrimack River, the…
Aries At the beginning of the week, you may be blessed by the Moon. You may feel happy and remain focused on your goals, which could boost your confidence and improve your mood. Your communication skills may help you resolve several problems. You are advised to remain polite in your personal life. You may be…
Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya (Image: X/Screengrab) Krunal Pandya has continued to play a crucial role for RCB in their IPL 2026 title defence, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. In his second season with RCB, the experienced all-rounder has emerged as one of the team’s key performers while also drawing inspiration from teammate…
Swedish police probe whether sword attack suspect was linked to online communities promoting school violence; one student killed STOCKHOLM: Swedish police are investigating whether an 18-year-old man who attacked students at a high school with a sword on Friday, killing one, was involved in online communities promoting school violence, a police source said. The attacker…
NEW DELHI: Five of India’s 10 most-valued companies collectively added Rs 1.54 lakh crore to their market capitalisation last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) emerging as the biggest gainer after strong quarterly earnings helped lift investor sentiment amid a positive run in domestic equities.The gains came as the benchmark BSE Sensex advanced 582.06 points…
Some days arrive with a drumbeat, and this is one of them for you, Leo. Proposals, partnerships, legal progress, and family support all gather around your path. The Sun strengthens your presence, while Venus and Jupiter help people come toward you with goodwill.If you’ve been waiting for movement in personal or professional commitments, the day…
Quote of the day by Cillian Murphy: ‘Men and women are custodians of this society, and we both decide what’s going to happen for our future,’ a powerful life lesson on responsibility and equality from ‘The Oppenheimer’ star(Image Credit: Instagram) Some of Cillian Murphy’s most memorable performances have come from characters who carry the weight…
Image: Programa Alta Floresta Não Atropela In Alta Floresta, a small Amazon town in northern Mato Grosso, eight rope bridges installed in 2024 now span the road leading into town, and the results after 15 months are striking. Camera traps recorded about 15,000 safe crossings by tree-dwelling animals, including several monkey species, and not a…
Quillan Salkilld has moved quickly through the UFC ranks in the lightweight division. The 26-year-old Australian arrives at his first UFC main event riding a 12-1 professional record and a perfect 5-0 run inside the Octagon, with four finishes and four straight Performance of the Night bonuses already to his name.But Saturday’s headliner against eighth-ranked…
