NEW DELHI: Amid the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and resultant spike in crude oil prices, the Indian Navy has made public its maritime security strategy, released recently by Navy chief Admiral D K Tripathi, which mentions Hormuz as “primary area” of interest, among other such “choke points”.Maritime choke points in the Indian…
Beneath the serene Chesapeake Bay lies a hidden secret: a massive impact crater, nearly 53 miles wide, formed by a mountain-sized object over 35 million years ago. Image Credits: Danfolkes, via Wikimedia Commons If you visited the shorelines of the Chesapeake Bay today, you would find a beautiful vista of salt marshes, oysters, and ships…
Christopher Phillips/Image: Sky News A 60-year-old man has been jailed after concealing his mother’s body in a chest freezer at their home for almost three years while continuing to claim more than £78,000 in her pension and state benefits.Christopher Phillips, from Porthcawl, Wales, was sentenced to two years and four months in prison after admitting…
Seth NabatPhoto: Society for Science Every year, nearly 1,900 of the nation’s most promising high school seniors submit original research to the Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS), the oldest and most prestigious science and mathematics competition in the United States. According to the Society for Science, which runs the competition, the Regeneron STS recognises…
Crude oil prices extended their rally on Wednesday, with Brent crude holding above the $90-a-barrel mark as escalating tensions in the Middle East kept investors focused on the risk of further disruptions to global energy supplies.Brent crude was trading at $92.40 a barrel, up 1.53% or $1.39, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained…
There’s a festive note around you today. Perhaps a family gathering or perhaps a gathering for friends perhaps you’re having some of the days that people are more inclined to contact, call and befriend you. The Moon helps you to make your point and Venus is your ruler is a nice touch. It’s not necessary…
Quote of the day by Marco Polo. Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant, traveler, and writer born in 1254. In the late thirteenth century, when most Europeans spent their entire lives inside a small cluster of neighboring villages, Marco Polo set out on an extraordinary 24-year journey across Asia alongside his father and uncle. He…
Your day carries a soft, blessed tone. The Moon is your ruler. It gets support from Jupiter and frequently leads the mind to faith as well as family and emotional fulfillment. It is possible to be attracted to praying or temple work, charitable causes or just spending some quiet time in a space which soothes…
Tanzid Hasan Tamid of Bangladesh celebrates (AP) Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim created a slice of history on Friday, becoming the first batter from his country to score a Test century on Australian soil.The 25-year-old left-hander reached the landmark during the second day of the opening Test of the two-match series against Australia at the…
AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 results declared, 19,197 candidates qualify across Andhra Pradesh The Andhra Pradesh State Council for Higher Education entrusted Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati, with conducting AP LAWCET and AP PGLCET 2026 examinations across the state. The entrance tests were held on May 04, 2026, in two sessions at 100 test…
NEW DELHI: It’s not often that bowlers dominate in a format known for big hitting, but that’s exactly what happened at Chepauk on Sunday as Gujarat Titans outplayed Chennai Super Kings. On a pitch offering extra bounce, GT’s bowlers kept things tight and restricted CSK to 158/7.Batting first, CSK never really got going. Captain Ruturaj…
A bright, confident mood lifts you from the start. The Moon supports your emotional strength, and Jupiter’s grace brings joy and enthusiasm. You’ll feel like you’re finally catching up with life, not chasing it.You may attend a social gathering or family function. Say yes if you can, it refreshes your spirit and brings useful connections…
