Travel has a tendency to alter your perspective on large things: landscapes, cultures, history. Yet, more often than not, it is small, mundane things that stay with you. Things you did not plan for, did not read about in depth, but things you find yourself noticing over and over. They seep into your daily life…
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 78 off 26 balls as Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to register a fourth straight win in IPL 2026 on Friday. He also matched his own record for the fastest fifty of the season.Sooryavanshi reached his half-century in 15 balls, hitting eight fours and seven sixes. His innings, at…
NEW DELHI: Citing recent incidents of fatal building fires in Delhi, Odisha and Goa, a technical committee of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has disagreed with the deregulation cell of the Cabinet Secretariat to exclude “fire safety” provisions from the National Building Code. However, it has accepted over a dozen recommendations, including the removal…
NEW DELHI: Funding for rare disease treatment at Centres of Excellence has dropped sharply, with allocations falling from Rs 82.87 crore in 2024–25 to Rs 32.73 crore in 2025–26, even as several institutions continue to carry forward unspent funds.The funds are released under the National Policy for Rare Diseases, which supports treatment for conditions such…
The Kannada film industry is experiencing a golden era, with blockbusters like ‘K.G.F’ and ‘Kantara’ achieving global acclaim. Legendary actors Dr. Rajkumar and Vishnuvardhan laid the foundation, while stars like Shivarajkumar, Kichcha Sudeep, and Yash continue to captivate audiences with innovative stories and powerful performances, ensuring a bright future for regional cinema. The Kannada film…
Three Pakistan Coast Guard personnel were killed on Sunday after Baloch militants opened fire on a patrol boat in the Arabian Sea near the Iran border, marking the first-ever attack of its kind on a maritime security vessel, according to security officials.Intelligence and police officials said the boat was on a routine patrol in a…
NEW DELHI: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is set to visit Washington DC from April 8 to 10, in a trip that is expected to review the full spectrum of ties between India and the United States, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said.In a statement, the ministry of external affairs said the visit will provide…
Korean proverb of the day (AI-generated image) People are often told to be independent, self-sufficient, and able to deal with problems on their own in today’s fast-paced world. There is a strong emphasis on personal effort and success, from career goals to personal responsibilities. This way of thinking can help you be more confident and…
VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has unveiled a special version of its electric scooter: the VX2 Plus KKR Limited Edition. The biggest highlight is its design, which is clearly aimed at fans of the Kolkata Knight Riders. Here’s a look at what makes it special. Hero Vida VX2 Plus KKR Edition: What’s…
Chennai Super Kings (AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi) Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming remains optimistic about Dewald Brevis’ return, stressing that the team has taken a cautious approach to his recovery and is targeting his availability for the next game. Brevis has missed the first three matches of IPL 2026 due to a side strain,…