Being a city boy whose imagination was mostly fed by adventure stories, I was fascinated by the idea of climbing a tree to pick fruit. So, when I discovered that the house we were visiting had a line of guava trees in the garden laden with fruit, I really had no choice. Guava trees tend…
Under today’s cosmic conditions, expect some bumps in the road. Tasks at work might take longer than anticipated, and disagreements in relationships could surface as differing opinions clash. Proceed with care in any financial matters and keep your focus sharp while driving. Maintaining a straightforward routine and practicing clear communication will help you sail through…
Hollywood star Jonathan Majors and co-star JC Kilcoyne suffered a fall during filming when a window shattered, sending them down six feet. Kilcoyne required stitches. This incident follows a crew walkout over significant safety concerns on the set of the new thriller, with reports detailing previous accidents and a lack of safety protocols. Actor Jonathan…
Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma added another milestone to his name during Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals on Saturday, even though his innings was a modest 35 runs. The experienced opener hit five fours and a six before getting out, but that one six was enough…
The Himachal Pradesh Board of Technical Education (HPBTE) has started the registration process for the Polytechnic Admission Test (PAT) 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for HP PAT 2026 through the official website hptechboard.com.As per the official schedule, the last date to apply is May 5. The entrance examination will be conducted on May 17, 2026….
A 24-year-old man accused of killing his wife just weeks after their marriage has been taken into custody in Texas, with US immigration authorities urging that he not be released.Francisco Mendez-Marin is an undocumented immigrant from Mexico and was arrested on March 18 by the Carrollton Police Department and charged with felony homicide. He is…
One month into the US-Israeli assault on Iran, the conflict has produced outcomes few anticipated or desired. Indirect peace talks between Washington and Tehran — facilitated through Oman and Qatar — were still active when the strikes began on February 28. Goalposts shifted weekly: from degrading Iran’s nuclear programme to neutralising proxy networks or enforcing…
Today, your public persona radiates positivity, garnering admiration across all areas of life. Although a significant choice might create uncertainty, lean on your expertise and take your time. In personal connections, articulate your feelings clearly to avoid confusion. The business landscape is promising, with potential ventures emerging from multiple avenues. Students should dedicate themselves to…
The first thing you notice about the story is how improbable it sounds. In a corner of Rajasthan where sand can move like a slow flood, one farmer kept planting trees until the desert stopped advancing and the edge of his village began to look, against all expectation, like a garden. The man at the…
Bodhana Sivanandan (Photo by John Saunders) NEW DELHI: Indian-origin chess talent Bodhana Sivanandan has become England’s top-rated female player, according to the latest list by FIDE. At just 11, she now holds a rating of 2366 and has moved ahead of four-time British women’s champion Lan Yao. Based in North London, Bodhana’s journey is especially…