Among several misconceptions, the most common one is that every snake is venomous and can kill a person. In reality, the vast majority of the world’s approximately 4,000 snake species are either non-venomous or possess venom which poses little threat to humans. As per the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the World…
Mumbai: RBI has required banks to report all foreign exchange derivative deals involving the rupee undertaken in India and globally by their entire group, including overseas branches, subsidiaries, and parent entities. This brings into view offshore trades that were earlier largely invisible. This applies to both OTC deliverable and offshore non-deliverable contracts, meaning even speculative…
In Vedic astrology, Shani Dev is often considered as the planet of karma, discipline, justice and responsibility . But, as the spiritual experts say, Shani does not create troubles as a punishment, as people think. Instead, Shani’s struggles are portrayed as valuable life lessons that lead to growth, maturity and success in the long run.Astrology…
Berry overnight oats There is something quietly reassuring about a breakfast that asks for almost no effort in the morning yet delivers steady energy for hours. Berry overnight oats do exactly that. They lean on the natural sweetness of fruit rather than added sugar, while oats and chia seeds bring fiber that slows digestion and…
Ukraine-born duo jailed in Russia-linked arson plot Two men have been sentenced to prison for carrying out a series of arson attacks targeting a car and properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in a plot that investigators say was orchestrated on behalf of Russia.At London’s Old Bailey, 22-year-old Ukrainian national Roman Lavrynovych was…
Thousands of AP EAMCET 2026 candidates are awaiting the release of their results, which are expected to be announced today by APSCHE. Along with scorecards, rank cards will also be made available online. The results will determine eligibility and rankings for admission to engineering, agriculture and pharmacy programmes through the upcoming counselling process. The Andhra…
The observations were made with the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST), a powerful 4-metre class solar telescope operated by the US National Science Foundation. The Sun may appear to us on Earth as a glowing ball of plasma, but its surface is far more active and turbulent than it looks, which has been proven…
Not your easiest day, Sagittarius. The Moon puts a grey shade over the mood, and Saturn places hurdles in work that may test your patience from morning onward. The delay, the mixed signals and tiny blocks can cause you to feel as if nothing is going in a straight line. Don’t get too upset.A mood…
Omar paid tribute to his grandfather and National Conference founder Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah SRINAGAR: J&K CM Omar Abdullah credited Kashmiris with fighting the 1947 tribal invasion before Indian troops arrived and said people across the LoC might have been protesting to rejoin J&K today had Centre not revoked Article 370 in 2019.Speaking at an Independence…
Workers try to dry the track as the rain interrupts the women’s high jump final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. (AP Photo) Glasgow’s unpredictable weather has become one of the biggest talking points of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with rain repeatedly disrupting the athletics arena and leaving spectators wondering why events continue despite challenging…
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire topped the sales charts in May 2026 with total dispatches of 24,546 units, registering a 36 percent year-on-year growth. The latest-generation Dzire had last year received revised styling, improved features and an upgraded safety package. It is powered by Maruti’s 1.2-litre Z-Series petrol engine and is also offered with a factory-fitted…
NEW DELHI: In a boost for the country’s indigenous defence capabilities, Indian company NIBE Limited has successfully carried out the firing demonstration of the EXTRA and Predator Hawk “Suryastra” rockets of 150 km and 300 km range, respectively from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha.The consecutive trials on May 18 and 19 met…
