You know that feeling when you’re looking for your phone while it’s already in your hand? Or when you open the fridge, forget why you walked there, and somehow end up checking your email instead? It’s not always because you’re forgetful. Sometimes, your mind is simply carrying too much at once. These days, our attention…
On December 26, 2024, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi, President Droupadi Murmu stood before 17 extraordinary young Indians and presented each of them with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, the country’s highest honour for exceptional children. Among those 17 children was one who stood out not because of what he…
Pakistan captain Babar Azam is hopeful of returning for the second Test against England at Lord’s after missing the series opener with a finger injury.He said he is around 90% fit and has already batted in the nets.Pakistan lost the first Test by an innings and need a strong response to stay alive in the…
On August 28, 2026, Raksha Bandhan highlights the bond between siblings. Sisters are encouraged to meticulously arrange their puja thali prior to the morning ritual. Essential components include Rakhi, roli, akshat, a diya, and sweets, along with flowers and water to invoke purity and blessings. A thoughtfully adorned thali not only fulfills ritualistic requirements but…
There are certain words we use so often that we never stop to question them. Zebra crossing is one of them. Every day, millions of people walk across those bold white stripes without wondering why a road marking is named after an African animal. It’s such a common phrase that it feels completely natural. But…
DU One-Year PG Admission 2026: Round 2 seats announced as candidates race to complete acceptance, verification and fee payment formalities The University of Delhi (DU) has announced the Round-II/III admission schedule for its One-Year Postgraduate (PG) programmes for the 2026-27 academic session. The university has published the detailed admission notice on its official admission portal,…
Duan Jansen (Photo by Getty Images) Duan Jansen, twin brother of South Africa all-rounder Marco Jansen, has earned his maiden senior call-up and could make his international debut during South Africa’s upcoming white-ball tour of Namibia.The 15-member squad, led by experienced spinner Bjorn Fortuin, will play a T20I tri-series involving Namibia and Zimbabwe before taking…
Suryakumar Yadav (AP Photo) Suryakumar Yadav has finally opened up on the shock of losing his place in the Indian team just months after leading the side to the T20 World Cup title.The World Cup-winning captain was overlooked by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee for the next series against Ireland and England, with Shreyas Iyer…
The early samosa was considerably different from the one most Indians know today. These small pastries were practical food for travellers, merchants and soldiers because they could be prepared in advance, carried easily and filled with ingredients such as minced meat, onions, nuts and spices. As trade routes connected Central Asia, Persia and the Indian…
Aamir Khan’s daughter Ira Khan explains why she didn’t speak out on CJP protests: ‘I didn’t think I had anything to add’ Aamir Khan’s daughter Ira Khan has addressed questions over why she remained silent on the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led student protests, saying she did not feel she had anything meaningful to contribute…
