Indian-origin teenager Shrey Parikh has achieved what millions of young spellers dream of. The 14-year-old from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee on May 28 at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. He defeated runner-up Ishaan Gupta in a dramatic spell-off finale. During the tie-breaker, Parikh correctly spelled 32 words in…
Indian scientists are doing new research on an insect that is 320 million years old Indian entomologists, scientists who specialise in the study of insects, are opening new lines of research into the origins and behaviour patterns of the cockroach, of which there are 4,600 species, their habitats ranging from freezing cold to tropical climes….
Some quotes on love are pretty, gentle, and comforting. Toni Morrison’s is not one of them—and that’s exactly why it hits so hard. In her novel Beloved, she writes:“Love is or it ain’t. Thin love ain’t love at all.”It’s the kind of line that stays with you long after you’ve read it. It challenges the…
The day is a bit heavy, and you might feel more tired or in depression. The Moon is a thorny presence and draws your thoughts towards concerns, similar to dark clouds that don’t move regardless of the change in wind.You might get negative results on a few fronts, so be patient. Don’t declare the whole…
NEW DELHI: Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar issued his first public statement after caretaker Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah resigned from office, praising the veteran Congress leader’s contribution to the state and signalling continuity in the party’s leadership and governance approach.Shivakumar, widely seen as Siddaramaiah’s successor, described the outgoing chief minister’s political journey as “one of…
The Supreme Court will hear petitions demanding major reforms in the NEET UG examination system after allegations of a paper leak in NEET UG 2026. Petitioners have sought restructuring of the National Testing Agency, implementation of stricter security measures, judicial supervision of future exams, and a detailed CBI report on the investigation into the controversy….
PC: Guinness World Record On the mudflats outside Mombasa, the tide does not sit still for long. It pulls in, withdraws, leaves behind a surface that looks soft but behaves like something less forgiving once you step into it. On a stretch of coast usually shaped by salt, heat, and passing weather systems, a man…
Congress picked a new CM midstream to try and blunt Karnataka’s anti-incumbency instincts. But that won’t address deep regional inequalities. Plus, don’t bet on ex-CM being politically passive. In replacing Karnataka’s longest serving CM, Congress is seeking to counter a deeply entrenched trend in the state’s politics. Since 1980s, no governing party in Karnataka has…
Puri is a major spiritual and tourist destination known for the famous Jagannath Temple and beautiful coastline. The city attracts millions of visitors annually, supporting hospitality and rental markets. Ongoing development projects and tourism expansion continue to strengthen its real estate investment prospects. As India’s coastal towns are transforming from mere tourist resorts into potential…
Respect finds you today, sometimes without you even trying. The Sun supports your public image, and Saturn gives you a steady spine. People look at you and think, “This one can handle it.”Still, the day carries some confusion along with happiness. You may feel you won’t rely upon yourself, which is unlike you. It’s not…