Lucknow Super Giants’ Prince Yadav (AP Photo) NEW CHANDIGARH: It was not long ago that Prince Yadav would get a frequent thrashing from his father for loitering around in the neighbourhood playing tennis-ball cricket. Till the age of 17, Prince played every tennis-ball cricket match in Dariyapur Khurd, a village beyond Virender Sehwag’s birthplace, Najafgarh,…
Bruno Mars has addressed years of speculation about a $60 million casino debt during a Las Vegas show. Bruno Mars has once again poked fun at the long-running rumours that he owed millions of dollars to a Las Vegas casino. The 40-year-old Grammy winner addressed the speculation during the launch of his The Romantic Tour…
If you’re an expat driver, here’s a simple breakdown of who can swap their home licence for a UAE / AI Image For many expatriates, securing a UAE driving licence quickly is a top priority after moving here. Rather than taking months of lessons, tests, and fees, residents from certain countries can exchange their existing…
Gus Atkinson, Totoa Auvaa England captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson could face disciplinary action and risk missing the second Test against New Zealand after allegedly breaching team protocols following England’s win at Lord’s.The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Monday that the pair were present at a nightclub in the…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has warned NEET UG 2026 candidates against using fabricated or AI-generated OMR sheets and scorecards, saying such offences could result in criminal prosecution, cancellation of candidature and debarment from future exams. It urged students to rely only on official documents and submit grievances through authorised channels, as manipulated records cannot…
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa (PTI Photo) Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured his place in the final of the last leg of the Grand Chess Tour with a commanding 19-9 victory over Germany’s Vincent Keymer.Praggnanandhaa will now face pre-event favourite and defending champion Fabiano Caruana of the USA in the title clash.The Indian entered the final…
India’s edible oil imports increased 6.7 per cent year-on-year to nearly 13.39 lakh tonnes in May, driven mainly by higher shipments of crude soyabean oil, industry body Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) said on Friday, reported news agency PTI.According to SEA data, edible oil imports rose to 13,38,936 tonnes in May 2026 from 12,54,883…
One extra hour of sleep may help students get better grades, study suggests For college students, sacrificing sleep for one more chapter, assignment or hour of revision can often feel like a necessary trade-off. But a new study suggests that getting more sleep may itself be a surprisingly effective way to improve academic performance.Researchers studying…
This is a pleasing, useful day with a touch of grace. The Moon supports gains and social exchange, while Venus sweetens your speech and personal charm. It’s evident that people are responding better than usual, regardless of whether you’re talking to the shopkeeper, your colleague or a friend or someone whom you’ve only spoken to…
Mohanlal’s ‘Drishyam 3’ is still going strong in theatres in its fourth week. The crime thriller remains a favourite among audiences for its gripping story and the return of Georgekutty. With the film now approaching its digital premiere, it has still managed to attract viewers to theatres. The movie’s strong performance in India and overseas…
