The department of war announced Tuesday that the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will officially restore its name to the US Pacific Command (USPACOM), reversing the 2018 decision to rename it.Originally established on January 1, 1947, by then-President Harry S Truman, the command operated under the USPACOM banner for over 70 years, standing as the oldest…
One of the largest marine mammal rescue operations ever attempted is underway in Canada as experts begin relocating 30 beluga whales from the now-closed Marineland Canada in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The ambitious mission follows fears that the whales could eventually face euthanasia after funding for their care dwindled following the park’s closure in 2024. The…
AB de Villiers at The Times of India’s Bombay Sport Exchange podcast In an exclusive conversation with Bombay Sport Exchange, de Villiers shares his candid views on why Test cricket faces its biggest challenge yet, the immense expectations surrounding teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, his emotional retirement from international cricket, and the conversation with Virat Kohli…
Have you ever noticed that your birth date is associated with good fortune? According to numerology, each birth number is associated with certain personality traits and holds a meaning. There are certain certain birth dates that are believed to attract good fortune in life and they are naturally lucky. But there’s a difference between being…
CHENNAI: In a span of less than 24 hours, Ishan Kishan went from locking down an IPL playoff spot for Sunrisers Hyderabad to reclaiming his place in India’s ODI setup after almost three years.Just a day after producing a fluent ‘Player of the Match’ performance (70 off 47b; 7×4, 3×6) in SRH’s five-wicket win against…
Foreign investors have continued withdrawing from Indian equities, with net outflows reaching Rs 27,048 crore so far this month. The selling spree reflects the cautious stance among global investors amid shifting global macroeconomic conditions and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.Data from the NSDL shows that Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have pulled out a total of Rs 2.2…
Delhi Capitals’ KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka (ANI Photo) A commanding batting display from KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka overshadowed a spirited effort from Riyan Parag, as Delhi Capitals chased down 226 to beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in a high-scoring IPL clash on Friday. Parag had earlier lifted Rajasthan to a strong 225…
India has sufficient fuel inventories and there is no plan to ration petrol, diesel or LPG supplies despite continuing disruptions in global energy markets, Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal said on Monday, PTI reported.Addressing the CII Annual Business Summit, Mittal said the country has maintained adequate fuel and LPG stocks during the ongoing West Asia crisis…
Krunal Pandya and Nicholas Pooran (Screengrab) Krunal Pandya has cleared the air after a viral video from the IPL 2026 clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru sparked speculation of a serious fallout with Nicholas Pooran.The drama began during the match at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium when Krunal bowled two sharp bouncers at Pooran….
Giant sequoias (Image Credit: Canva) California’s giant sequoias have stood tall for thousands of years, surviving droughts, storms and countless natural fires. Yet, in just two wildfire seasons, these ancient giants suffered unprecedented losses. Between 2020 and 2021, record-breaking wildfires are estimated to have killed nearly 17% of the world’s mature giant sequoias, roughly one…
Switching to an electric vehicle in India is not just about the vehicle. Your home charging setup plays an equally important role. Unlike petrol pumps, charging depends on your daily routine and where you park. Getting this right before buying an EV can save time, money and effort later.The first thing to check is your…
Researcher Fatima Ameaka was detained by ICE and was later released. A major row broke out after Johns Hopkins University public health researcher Fatima Ameaka was detained by immigration authorities as she boarded a domestic flight on Tuesday. She was released later but the Department of Homeland Security said that she had overstayed her visa…
