“Ultimately, humans have to consume grains, not dollars,” Bill Gates remarked during the severe phase of the Covid-19 pandemic. His words underline a fundamental truth: food security is the bedrock of human survival. With exponential urbanisation encroaching upon agricultural and forest land, the need to utilise every available patch of cultivable land has become urgent….
Team Australia (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues to gather momentum, with three intriguing group-stage clashes scheduled for Friday, February 13, as teams look to strengthen their positions in a fiercely competitive tournament.The day begins with Australia vs Zimbabwe in Colombo at the R Premadasa Stadium….
Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) India’s T20 World Cup triumph earlier this year has done little to mask a growing problem in the longest format. The side’s Test performances have dipped noticeably, and despite improved results in limited-overs cricket under head coach Gautam Gambhir, the red-ball setup remains a concern. Losses at home…
The Andhra Pradesh draft coaching rules are currently open for public feedback. Image: AI generated. Recently, Andhra Pradesh has come up with a draft titled the Andhra Pradesh Coaching Institutions (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2026 and invited public comments before it is finalised. The draft proposes caps on daily coaching hours, mandates wellness structures, formalises…
Every time your phone vibrates, your brain performs a “context switch.” It might feel like a split second, but neurologically, it’s expensive. Studies suggest it can take up to 20 minutes to regain deep focus after a single interruption. This constant jumping burns through your brain’s glucose reserves, leaving you feeling wilted by noon. The…
RRB announces CBT schedule for NTPC undergraduate posts, Aadhaar verification mandatory for entry process The Ministry of Railways has issued a notice outlining the tentative schedule for the Computer Based Test (CBT-1) under CEN 07/2025 for Non-Technical Popular Categories (Under Graduate). The recruitment process will be conducted by the Railway Recruitment Boards across multiple centres.According…
Among the many things that Vedic astrology conjures up, three take the centre stage, namely, the law of Karma, rebirth or reincarnation, and Hindu practices and rituals. To most traditional Vedic astrologers, the slightest idea of separating Vedic astrology from these tenets is viscerally revolting. And such a sentiment isn’t entirely misplaced. It cannot be…
Candace Owens has sparked controversy by claiming Charlie Kirk was removed because he opposed U.S. involvement in a potential war with Iran. She alleged his death was part of a sophisticated plan meant to shift public support toward Israel and invoked Donald Trump’s foreign policy stance. Her theory remains unproven and has drawn significant criticism…
Living in Navi Mumbai, mind you, not Mumbai, is now becoming a dream of many. Navi Mumbai no longer is defined by small apartments but has transformed into an urban hub attracting wealthy buyers, and big real estate developers. The region is now defined by some well-established big names including Hiranandani, offering luxury, security and…
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has postponed the Group D recruitment examination due to administrative reasons. The board said the decision was taken to ensure smooth conduct of the test. Candidates who were preparing for the exam will now have to wait for a fresh schedule. The revised date will be announced soon…