NEW DELHI: Richa Ghosh produced a sensational counterattacking knock but her valiant effort ultimately went in vain as England held their nerve to register a thrilling five-run victory over India in a Women’s T20 World Cup warm-up match on Wednesday.After defeating West Indies by 26 runs in their first warm-up game, India came agonisingly close…
70% of hiring growth comes from non-metros as young professionals prioritise quality of life over metro salaries For decades, India’s biggest cities were the default destination for ambitious professionals. Better salaries, larger companies and faster career growth made metros like Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Chennai and Hyderabad magnets for talent.But that equation may be changing.A…
“Honesty is the best policy.” Almost every child remembers this phrase by heart, likely because parents constantly remind children that telling the truth is one of the most important values in life. However, there are times when children should know that lying can save them from ugly situations. When it comes to safety, children need…
Something begins to loosen today. Worries that sit on your chest over work or daily routine may ease as conditions improve around you. It could be better cooperation in the office, a smoother system, or one nagging issue finally getting sorted. Mercury supports practical thinking, and the Moon helps you see useful solutions.There is also…
Kochi, June 10 (IANS) The makers of Mohanlal’s blockbuster film Drishyam 3 are facing a legal challenge after a vehicle owner from Idukki alleged that his vehicle registration number was used in the film without his knowledge or permission. Vehicle Owner Alleges Registration Number Was Used Without PermissionThe makers of Mohanlal’s blockbuster film Drishyam 3…
Lionel Messi (Screengrab) Lionel Messi put any lingering concerns about his fitness to rest on Tuesday, marking his return from injury with a goal as Argentina defeated Iceland 3-0 in their final warm-up match before the FIFA World Cup 2026.The Argentina captain, who had been sidelined after suffering muscle fatigue and a minor strain in…
A worn volume bound in faded red leather has been formally recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation as one of England’s earliest surviving paper-based archives. It is the kind of object most visitors would walk past without realising they are looking at something that predates printing presses, predates modern record keeping,…
‘Toy Story 5’ drew strong early reactions after its world premiere in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening, with critics calling it emotional, funny, and one of the strongest animated films of 2026 so far. The new chapter brings back Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the gang as they face a world shaped by technology. The…
Trump warned that Iranwould “have to pay the price” as negotiations took “too long”. Madhya Pradesh has withdrawn a proposed two-child norm for government jobs, reversing a long-standing eligibility restriction. Families of Air India AI171 crash victims are questioning compensation settlement terms before the official investigation is complete. An Indian-origin police officer was killed while…
The Union cabinet on Tuesday approved Phase 2A of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project, a 6.032-km corridor connecting Koteshwar Road to Ahmedabad Airport.The project, approved by the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will be built at a total cost of Rs 2,169.04 crore, including interest during construction (IDC).The new corridor will have five…
