School holiday update for July 29: State-wise status as rain disrupts classes in selected districts nationwide No nationwide or statewide school holiday has been declared across India for today, July 29, 2026. Although Guru Purnima is being observed across the country, it is recognised as a restricted holiday, allowing local administrations and individual schools to…
Where tigers no longer roar For centuries, tigers roared across vast landscapes stretching from the Caspian forests of western Asia to the tropical jungles of Southeast Asia and the Indonesian islands. Today, that sound has disappeared from many of those places. As the world marks International Tiger Day on July 29, the conversation often focuses…
1 (Those born on the 1st, 10th, 19th and 28th of any month, are ruled by the Numerology number 1)Today suits plain speaking. If something has been hanging fire, a work request, a family decision, even a payment discussion, you’ll get better results by saying exactly what you need instead of hinting and waiting. Number…
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ is swinging towards a record-breaking box office opening when it arrives in theatres this weekend. The latest Tom Holland-led superhero adventure film has earned an estimated USD 465 million worldwide during its opening weekend. ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ off to a record-breaking start The film, backed by Sony Pictures and Marvel…
NEW DELHI: Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh were congratulated by Manipur Chief Minister Khemchand Yumnam after winning medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. During a virtual interaction, the Chief Minister praised the two weightlifters for bringing glory to both Manipur and the country. Manipur CM interacted virtually with Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta.Mirabai clinched the gold…
Quote of the day by Lao Tzu Lao Tzu, or Laozi, was a Chinese philosopher who founded Taoism and authored the Tao Te Ching, a classic Taoist text. He wrote the book when he got disillusioned with his job at the court of the central Chinese Zhou Dynasty, where he used to work as a…
India slammed Pakistan for the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) polls, saying the “cosmetic electoral exercise” was just an attempt to camouflage the illegal occupation of Indian territory.Ministry of external affairs (MEA) reiterated India’s “consistent, clear and well known” position that the entire Union territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, including the areas currently under Pakistan’s…
BENGALURU: Premium liquor brands continued to fuel growth at Radico Khaitan, with the spirits maker reporting a 76% year-on-year jump in net profit to Rs 230 crore for the June quarter, helped by robust demand for its high-end portfolio and easing input costs.Net profit stood at Rs 131 crore in the year-ago period.Total income rose…
The Haryana Skill Development and Industrial Training Department has published the Haryana ITI Round 2 Merit List 2026, enabling candidates to check their seat allotment status online. Applicants allotted seats must complete document verification and fee payment within the specified deadlines. Admissions have been finalised based on merit, category, trade preferences, and seat availability across…
Clothespins have been a household essential for generations, yet few people give much thought to their design. At first glance, the small holes found on either side of a traditional wooden clothespin appear to serve no real purpose beyond holding the spring in place. In reality, these openings are part of a practical design that…
