A match during Round 1 of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. (Pic credit: FIDE) The Candidates chess tournament, which started in Cyprus on Sunday, has taken care that the men won’t lose on time. But only after the 41st move. Until that point, they may suffer as the principle of legendary Bobby Fischer is unfollowed,…
This week begins with a steady, uplifting current, Capricorn. Early on, you may feel drawn toward prayer, spiritual routine, temple work, or simply a more thoughtful state of mind. That inner grounding helps the rest of the week unfold more smoothly. Support from children, or from younger people who look up to you, brings fresh…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Ishan Kishan (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Watching Vaibhav Sooryavanshi go full throttle almost left Ishan Kishan stunned, as the Sunrisers Hyderabad batter stood on the field witnessing the 15-year-old launch towering sixes from the crease into the stands. Sooryavanshi smashed his second IPL century – a blistering 103 off 37 balls –…
‘Balan: The Boy’ gradually became one of the most loved movies of the year, receiving appreciation for its emotionally gripping narration and outstanding performance from the audiences as well as film stars. The recent South drama directed by Chidambaram is receiving significant goodwill for its sensitive representation of identity, belonging, and human emotions. As the…
Virat Kohli dances after Mo Bobat’s ‘three in a row’ statement (Image: X/RCB) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dressing room erupted in celebration after Director of Cricket Mo Bobat made a bold prediction following the franchise’s historic back-to-back IPL title triumph.After RCB defeated Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final on May 31, Bobat addressed the squad…
NEW DELHI: International Cricket Council on Monday retained an unchanged list of match officials for the 2026-27 international season, with Nitin Menon continuing as the only Indian in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires.Following its annual review, the ICC decided to stick with the existing group of elite umpires and match referees after a comprehensive…
PM Narender Modi; and boxer Jaismine Lamboria with India’s national flag during the CWG closing ceremony. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian contingent for its impressive campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, praising the athletes for their determination, dedication and skill after the country finished fourth…
Ayush Badoni with Shubman Gill in Rajkot (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Ahead of the second ODI against New Zealand, India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak explained the rationale behind Ayush Badoni’s inclusion in the squad following Washington Sundar’s injury. Kotak pointed to the Delhi youngster’s consistent performances for India A and in the Indian Premier…
Wall fungus starts quietly when dampness stays on the surface for days and fresh air struggles to circulate through the room. Slowly, dark spots begin to spread across the paint. By the time they become easy to notice, fungus has already settled into the surface.During the rainy season, walls absorb more moisture. Bathrooms hold moisture…
From a blind school in Chennai to Cambridge and IIT Madras: Prof Hemachandran Karah’s inspiring journey. (Photo: LinkedIn) For many students, the journey from school to higher education is filled with familiar challenges — examinations, competition, financial pressures and the uncertainty of choosing a career. For Prof Hemachandran Karah, the path involved an additional barrier:…
