NEW DELHI: As counting trends firm up across five states and UT, the 2026 assembly elections are already changing the political map in dramatic ways. From Vijay‘s blockbuster debut in Tamil Nadu to the saffron breakthrough in West Bengal and Kerala’s return to rotation, the verdict is throwing up clear winners and decisive losers.This is…
Pongal is much more than a comforting bowl of rice and lentils. It has deep roots in ancient Tamil culture and is closely associated with the harvest festival of the same name. Historical references in Sangam literature, dating back more than 2,000 years, describe boiled rice dishes offered during harvest celebrations. The savoury version, flavoured…
WhatsApp-parent company Meta has announced a major leadership shakeup, naming Kunal Shah as the new Head of WhatsApp. Shah, the founder and CEO of the Indian fintech giant CRED, succeeds Will Cathcart, who has led WhatsApp through its most significant period of global growth since 2019. Cathcart will remain at Meta to transition Shah into…
NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya admitted his side was “searching for answers” after yet another heavy defeat — a seven-wicket hammering at the hands of Punjab Kings — as the five-time champions slumped to their fourth loss in five matches and remained at ninth in the IPL 2026 points table.Despite a commanding unbeaten…
NEW DELHI: A scorching summer has spurred demand for seasonal appliances, putting India’s consumer durables sector on track to post a robust double-digit growth in the first quarter this fiscal year, one of its strongest quarterly performances in recent years. Analysts expect the sector to report over 20% year-on-year revenue growth in the June quarter,…
Every thought you have, every face you recognise and every memory you recall is powered by an organ that consumes roughly the same amount of electricity as a dim light bulb. The human brain operates on about 20 watts of power, yet it performs tasks that continue to challenge some of the world’s most advanced…
US President Donald Trump underwent his annual medical examination on Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with renewed public attention on his health and stamina just days before his 80th birthday.Following the check-up, Trump posted on his social media platform Truth Social that the results were positive.“Just finished my 6 month physical at…
Each sign of the zodiac has its own set of traits that help define their personalities and set them apart from one another. Wouldn’t it be nice to know what the universe has planned for you at the beginning of the day? Keep reading to find out if today will be lucky for you. ARIES…
File Pic: Preity Zinta and Yuzvendra Chahal (X Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings are the team to beat in the ongoing IPL 2026, winning six of their seven matches so far and leading the standings with 13 points. They remain the only undefeated side this season, with their only points drop coming from a rain-induced…
Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin. A statement that Benjamin Franklin said on a specific issue became a memorable quote over the years. The founding father of America wrote a letter on behalf of the Pennsylvania Assembly to the colony’s governor in 1755. It was meant to be an economic and political statement about…
Most people spend years trying to build a stronger body or a sharper mind. Very few stop to ask a different question: What makes a soul strong? Across spiritual traditions, the answer isn’t wealth, influence, or even knowledge. A strong soul is described as one that remains steady when life doesn’t go as planned. It…
BSEB has released the Sakshamta Pariksha Phase 5 Result 2026 on its official portal for candidates who appeared in the competency examination held for local body teachers and librarians. Applicants can check their qualifying status and marks by logging in with their credentials. The board has also enabled the scorecard download facility for future admission…
