Welcome to another edition of the Weekly Vine. ‘Tis the month we say: Beware the Ides (pronounced eye-dz) of March, a reference to Julius Caesar being stabbed in the back, a historical event we observe to this day in corporate India by stabbing each other in the back during appraisal season. Perhaps old Julius could…
Norway’s Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener recently shared her experience of travelling on the Delhi Metro, describing it as an efficient and impressive way to get around the national capital. She took to the social media platform X and shared pictures from her journey, giving her fans an idea of her weekend commute in the…
Today might bring some unexpected company, so welcome them with a warm smile! Your words have a special sparkle—make sure to use them generously. As you plan for tomorrow, be wise with your investments and always double-check the terms. Take the time you need to recharge to maintain your energy and focus. Your day has…
The idols were handed them over to the Kilpennathur tahsildar’s office for safe custody. TIRUVANNAMALAI: An election flying squad intercepted a vehicle near Kilpennathur in Tiruvannamalai district on Wednesday and seized 53 panchaloha (a traditional five-metal alloy) and brass idols of Hindu gods and goddesses. The incident occurred at the Velanandhal junction on the outskirts…
NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday confirmed that Ishan Kishan will lead the franchise, while Abhishek Sharma will be his deputy in the upcoming IPL season until the full-time captain Pat Cummins returns from injury.“Pat Cummins will miss a few games while recovering from injury. Until he recovers, Ishan Kishan will be the captain and…
BPSC Civil Judge recruitment 2026 The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced an extension of the application deadline for the Civil Judge (Junior Division) recruitment under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The recruitment drive, being conducted through the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination, aims to fill a total of 173 vacancies, offering a significant opportunity…
Now you can buy Starlink in UAE, here’s the cost, plans and the catch you need to know / Image: file For years, internet beamed from space sounded like a future concept. Now, it’s officially here. Elon Musk’s Starlink has quietly gone live in the United Arab Emirates, appearing on the company’s availability map and…
The president has recently made transfers/appointments of governors of some states (West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, etc.). In West Bengal, CV Ananda Bose resigned, citing personal reasons, and RN Ravi (the then governor of Tamil Nadu) was appointed in his place. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee said she was shocked by this change and…
A video showing a train coach strewn with garbage has gone viral, triggering a wider debate on civic behaviour, parenting, and public responsibility in India. The video clip that has been filmed inside a train compartment, shows a dirty scene of litter, full of food wrappers, plastic bottles, used spoons, and bedsheets scattered across the…
Panchanga Sravanam is a key ritual for Telugu and Kannada communities as they usher in the New Year. Folks in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana are gearing up for Ugadi in 2026. This practice blends spiritual insights, astrological predictions, and cultural wisdom, offering a window into the year ahead for those who observe it. What…