NEW DELHI: As West Bengal heads to vote in phase 2 on Wednesday, the Matua community might emerge as a kingmaker in this big-stakes election.In phase 2, the Motua-dominated belt of North 24 Parganas and Nadia could be the decisive factor in the big TMC vs BJP fight. Ahead of polling, a large section of…
If you are planning to buy gold jewellery worth more than Rs 2 lakh or open a demat account without a PAN, the new income tax framework has an important update for you. From April 1, old Form 60 has been replaced by Form 97, but PAN remains compulsory for several high-value purchases and financial…
Shreyas Iyer (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has opened up on how relentless criticism over his struggles against short-pitched deliveries became the driving force behind a dramatic transformation in his batting approach during the IPL 2026 season.Speaking on JioStar, Iyer admitted that doubts about his ability to handle the short ball…
Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma during a practice session . (PTI Photo) MUMBAI: The availability of Rohit Sharma remains uncertain ahead of Mumbai Indians’ crucial IPL 2026 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad, with the franchise confirming that a final decision will be taken only at the toss on Wednesday.“Rohit has continued to progress but any call on…
In a conversation with ScreenRant, Caleb Hearon playfully warned fans they might have to wait until “2046,” nodding to the nearly 20-year gap between Part 1 and Part 2. Simone Ashley was quick to shut that down, saying, “It’s not going to take 20 years! It’s not.” The lighthearted moment still hinted that timelines for…
Fred Beyer (Image Via Getty) Fred Beyer created chaos at the NFL Draft after walking onto the stage and trying to announce a fake pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 24-year-old YouTuber later shared the full prank in a behind-the-scenes vlog, showing how he used fake credentials to enter a restricted area inside Acrisure Stadium.The…
Kerala SSLC exam (PTI Photo) Kerala SSLC & Plus Two result 2026: The Kerala government has issued the schedule of results for the board exam results of 2026. As per recent media reports, Minister of General Education, V. Sivankutty, informed that the Kerala SSLC result is set to be announced on 15th May, 2026 while…
Your lawn’s worst enemy probably already lives in it. Image Credits: Google Gemini You finally found a Saturday for the yard. You mow, you edge, you step back, and for a brief moment, feel like someone who has their life together. Then you see it. A thick, low-growing carpet of little scalloped leaves weaves through…
Aamir Khan has never shied away from talking about his personal life and is often seen reflecting on his experiences and learnings with utmost honesty – whether it is any regret towards his career or relationships. In a recent interview, the actor candidly admitted that the biggest mistake he feels he made was not investing…
It is about karma and dharma. Subrata Thakur is far more at ease when asked about the principles of the Matua community and how its history evolved from the days of Harichand Thakur and Guruchand Thakur.Subrata, grandson of P R Thakur and Matua matriarch Baroma Binapani Devi, explains how his family prioritised not only social…
