Imagine you have been waiting for a text for months, and you finally receive it. Yes, the excitement is real, and that’s exactly what happened to Indian musician Darshan Magdum, whose long visa wait had kept him away from his bandmates in the US-based boy band Boy Throb. The wait is now finally over! Darshan…
Australia to skip practice matches ahead of 2027 BGT (Image: ICC) Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has revealed that his side will not play any practice matches before the 2027 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India, opting instead for an extended training camp tailored to Indian conditions.The five-Test series, scheduled from January 21 to March 3, 2027,…
Washington says Brazil is deliberately dragging its feet until the country’s October presidential election (AP) The TOI correspondent from Washington: If you think ties between the US and India are shaky, the diplomatic world is shuddering at developments between Washington and Brasília. In a profession where glad-handling and bear hugs, pomp and ceremony, communiques and…
Harsh Dubey and Vipraj Nigam NEW DELHI: Harsh Dubey, Shivang Kumar, Tanush Kotian and Vipraj Nigam have linked up with the Indian team as net bowlers ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins on August 15. The four players will assist the Shubman Gill-led side during its preparations in Sri Lanka.India have…
In Indian tradition, both ingredients carry their own symbolism. Curd, or dahi, has long been regarded as an auspicious food associated with purity, abundance and positive beginnings.It is one of the components of Panchamrit, the sacred mixture used in Hindu rituals, and is commonly offered during religious ceremonies. Sugar, meanwhile, represents sweet flavour, happiness and…
Why are people wrapping aluminium foil around doorknobs? Simple, practical use of the foil that prevents damage to household hardware.(Photo: AI generated by Canva) There’s a reason kitchen drawers around the world hoard rolls of aluminum foil long after the leftovers are gone.Turns out that it can be used as one of the most useful…
TISS reschedules annual convocation for Aug 22, announces reimbursement for student losses MUMBAI: After abruptly cancelling its annual convocation just two days before the scheduled ceremony last weekend, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has rescheduled the event for Aug 22. In another mail, the institute has asked students to submit their reimbursement claims…
Wildlife conservation often depends on projects that begin with strong local knowledge but struggle to secure funding beyond a few years. Around the world, many endangered animals survive because of small organisations working with limited staff, modest budgets and long-term commitment rather than high-profile attention. While those efforts have prevented extinctions in some places, they…
The US military has used up nearly 80% of its interceptors for the THAAD missile defence system, according to several reports. The US military has used nearly 80 per cent of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (Thaad) interceptors since the start of the war with Iran. Senior military commanders have warned that Pentagon munitions…
Neeraj Chopra has opened up about the emotional journey behind his silver medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026, saying the achievement means much more than the distance he threw. The Olympic champion, who returned after battling multiple injuries, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram along with pictures and videos from Glasgow.The Indian javelin star said…
Loneliness can often make one feel disconnected even in a crowded room. The teachings of Krishna bring comfort by reminding us of our internal strength and the importance of self-awareness. When expectations go unmet, it can amplify feelings of rejection and distance from those we care about. The Bhagavad Gita encourages us not to seek…
How cloning one seed of the Queen of Sheba orchid changed its fate Science and innovation can do wonders that are even beyond the cource of nature. The future of an entire species sometimes depends on something so small it’s almost invisible. Wondering what and how? Well, conservation scientists in a Kings Park (Western Australia)…
