A 5,000-year-old Japanese pot preserved in New York has a rim that looks like rising flames, showcasing Jōmon craftsmanship (PC: The Met) A striking clay vessel from ancient Japan appears as flames are rising from its rim. Known as the ‘Flame-Style’ deep pot, or Kaen doki, the vessel dates to the Middle Jōmon period, between…
Most people who have heard of giant sequoias can usually name one tree: the General Sherman Tree. Far fewer realise that another extraordinary giant stands only a short distance away in California’s Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. The General Grant Tree does not hold the title of the world’s largest tree, yet its dimensions…
BENGALURU: Six police officers, including a sub-inspector, have been suspended for security lapse during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Art of Living (AOL) Foundation in the Karnataka capital on May 10. The action comes nearly two weeks after explosives were found near Kuppareddy Kere, around 2 km from the AOL centre, along the…
What do the new agreements between UAE and India entail? How will India’s energy security plans get a boost? (AI image) India’s energy security received a major boost on Friday when two important Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) were signed during PM Narendra Modi’s visit to the UAE on Friday. India imports close to 90% of…
India has travelled far and wide in space with its numerous successful missions and launches. But once upon a time, Indian music found its way to space and still echoes out inside the solar system. Kesarbai Kerkar, a Hindustani classical singer, who was named ‘Surashree’ for her melodious voice sang a rendition of a song…
The Chhattisgarh Staff Selection Board (CGSSB) has declared the CG PPHT 2026 results for candidates seeking admission to B.Pharmacy and D.Pharmacy programmes. Alongside the scorecards, the board has released the final answer keys and merit list. Qualified candidates can access their results online, while details regarding the counselling process will be announced on the official…
US judge scraps Trump’s IRS deal (File photo) A US federal judge on Monday voided President Donald Trump’s settlement with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), ruled that the lawsuit had been filed for an “improper purpose”, and recommended sanctions and disciplinary action against the lawyers involved.In a 56-page order, US District Judge Kathleen Williams said…
Satellite internet provider Starlink’s plans to roll out satellite communication services in India have hit a regulatory roadblock, with the government adopting a cautious approach to clearing its foreign direct investment (FDI) proposal amid rising national security concerns.People familiar with the matter said the FDI application of the Elon Musk-owned company is currently on hold…
The dream, the gap and Indian Basketball’s future TimesofIndia.com in SINGAPORE: By the time The Velammal International School took the floor on Tuesday morning, the first impressions of the NBA Rising Stars Invitational had already been formed.South Korean teams had looked physically imposing. The Australians brought size and pace. Japanese teams moved with the confidence…
The day feels steady, not flashy. Your income balances your expenditures, and that alone brings quiet relief. The Sun supports your pride, but Saturn asks you to be practical. Do what’s needed, then stop.A long journey that you expected may get cancelled or postponed. Don’t fight it. The delay saves you fatigue and some expense….
Courage surges through you today like wind filling a kite. You might decide to do something extraordinary today, such as planning quick journeys for short visits, sudden errands or quick jaunts across town.Still, don’t confuse courage with carelessness. Mars pushes you to act first, think later. Keep your thinking cap on, especially around family matters…
If you thought the airport security checkpoints are the safest areas, this explosive data will leave you shocked! The moment we move towards the security checks, we place our electronics like laptops, chargers and mobile phones, wallets, leather belts, among others very casually into a plastic tray before disappearing into the X-ray scanner. But as…
