Europe battles scorching summer heat and record-breaking temperatures. Photo credit: AP For centuries, Europe knew how to fight the cold.Its homes were built to trap warmth. Thick walls, insulated roofs, double-glazed windows and tightly sealed buildings helped people survive long winters. Entire energy systems were designed around one question: how to keep people warm when…
Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi (Photo by R Ramesh Shankar) Amid renewed tensions between Iran and the United States following Tehran’s accusation that Washington violated a recent ceasefire understanding by carrying out strikes on Iranian territory, the prospects for de-escalation remain uncertain. The flare-up has reignited concerns over regional security, the future of nuclear negotiations and…
Nifty closed at 23,865.75, declining 80.50 points, while Sensex settled at 76,478.67, down 249.70 points Indian equity markets ended lower on Tuesday as selling pressure in information technology stocks weighed on benchmarks, while electric vehicle (EV) companies emerged as bright spots after the Delhi government announced a new EV policy aimed at boosting adoption of…
Hardik Pandya (ANI Photo) India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has relocated to Bengaluru in a significant career move, choosing to make the BCCI‘s Centre of Excellence (COE) his primary training base for the foreseeable future. The decision makes Pandya the first active, high-profile India cricketer to permanently base himself near the COE, a facility that has…
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has announced the Round 2 seat allotment result for JoSAA Counselling 2026. Candidates who participated in the counselling process can now check their seat allotment status by visiting the official website, josaa.nic.in.To access the allotment result, candidates need to log in using their Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main application…
A video about one of India’s favourite summer treats has triggered an unexpected debate on social media. A woman’s claim about the ice allegedly used by some roadside gola and fruit juice vendors has gone viral, drawing thousands of reactions online. While the allegation left many viewers shocked, many others questioned its authenticity, saying there…
July 2026 begins on a promising note for Aquarius, especially in matters where effort meets structure. Income patterns look steadier than they have in recent months, and support from official channels, senior figures, or government linked work can help you feel that life is moving in the right direction again. There is also a strong…
Kangana Ranaut wraps up shooting for ‘Queen 2’, shares joyful glimpse from wrap-up celebrations with cast and crew Kangana Ranaut has completed the shoot for her upcoming film ‘Queen 2’, marking the end of principal photography for the much-anticipated sequel to her 2014 hit ‘Queen’. The actor shared the update with fans through her Instagram…
NEW DELHI: Former England captain Andrew Strauss has questioned the timing of Ben Stokes‘ retirement announcement, saying it became a “huge distraction” for England during the decisive Test against New Zealand.Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket during the final Test at Trent Bridge, informing his teammates on the morning of Day 4. The news…
AI-generated ‘golden gift’ for White House’s 250th anniversary US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) shared what appeared to be an AI-generated image depicting a giant golden bald eagle mounted on the White House’s Truman Balcony, describing it as “a Golden Gift” to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States.Posting the image on…
