Wars often reveal far more than the reasons for which they are fought. The recent US–Israel–Iran confrontation has understandably revived concerns over nuclear facilities, uranium enrichment and the possibility of regional escalation. Yet, beneath these familiar headlines lies a more profound strategic shift. The defining lesson from this conflict is not merely about nuclear deterrence;…
Erling Haaland is enjoying a remarkable football season, leading Norway to the World Cup. He has scored seven goals, matching top players in the Golden Boot race. Haaland is now a global football phenomenon, admired for his skills and celebrations. Off the pitch, he owns an impressive collection of luxury vehicles. His garage features a…
Jupiter Combust 2026, or Guru Asta 2026, begins on July 15, 2026, when Jupiter gets too close to the Sun, and its power is obscured. In Vedic astrology, Jupiter is the planet of wisdom, blessings, teachers, marriage, children, wealth, faith and good judgment. There is less guidance when Jupiter is in combustion. Decisions can become…
Kendrapada: The adhoc-additional district and sessions judge-cum-special judge of the fast track special court (FTSC), Jajpur, on Friday sentenced a 33-year-old man to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping and repeatedly raping a 16-year-old girl six years ago.Judge Sarat Chandra Dehuri also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on him. On default, the convict…
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has announced the JoSAA Counselling 2026 Round 4 seat allotment result on its official website, josaa.nic.in. Candidates who participated in the counselling process can now check their allotted institute and course by logging in with their Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main application number and password.Candidates who have been allotted…
The pink light visible in recent timelapse footage from the International Space Station is not a camera effect or a reflection from Earth. Instead, it comes from a small plant-growing facility tucked inside the station’s Columbus laboratory, where astronauts have been tending crops as part of an ongoing experiment into how plants behave beyond our…
This week, we are tracking:• Every monsoon, Mumbai sinks. Its ‘spirit’ rises• PM Modi’s Indo-Pacific detour: India looks beyond US and China• The great E20 experiment: Who really benefits?• Nijjar killing: Canada’s police puncture Trudeau’s India charge• Messi cries, Brazil dies: The week that blew up the World Cup Barsaat, BMC and Mumbai ‘Spirit’: When…
Before you stop your child from playing in the mud, here’s what a pediatrician wants every parent to know Every parent wants their child to maintain distance from mud. “Come and wash your hands now!” These warnings come from a place of concern- after all, who wouldn’t want to protect their child from germs? Some…
Shani Vakra begins on Monday, 27th July 2026 at 01:25 AM. Saturn will retrograde for 138 days, after which it enters the progressive phase on Friday, December 11, 2026. In Vedic astrology, Saturn represents karma, discipline, hard work, delay, justice, responsibility, career, pressure, patience and long-term results. Retrograde motion amplifies Saturn’s energy. It does not…
Boney Kapoor shares PM Modi’s heartfelt wedding wishes; Anshula Kapoor-Rohan Thakkar receive special blessings Filmmaker Boney Kapoor has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after receiving a heartfelt congratulatory letter for his daughter Anshula Kapoor and her husband, Rohan Thakkar. The special message, sent ahead of the couple’s wedding, carried warm wishes for…