The United States has decided not to extend the temporary waiver that allowed the sale of Russian and Iranian oil already at sea. The announcement comes as US treasury secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said, “We will not be renewing the general license on Russian oil,” adding, “That was oil that was on the water…
Vaishali Rameshbabu (Photo: FIDE) There will be twin Indian representation at the highest boards of chess this time. On Wednesday, R Vaishali, lowest-ranked seed in the women’s Candidates tournament in Cyprus, earned the right to challenge China’s Ju Wenjun for the world title later this year. The 24-year-old, with Praggnanandhaa, the other half of Chennai’s…
The stars today are aligned in your favor, amplifying your charisma and zest for life. You might find that conversations flow easily and progress in both personal and professional arenas seems seamless. While your finances are stable, exercise caution with expenses. To maintain your vitality, opt for balance in your meals and drinks. There’s a…
Lost small items? A clever, old-school hack using a sock on your vacuum cleaner nozzle can save the day. This simple trick creates a porous barrier, allowing air through while catching precious objects like seeds or tiny components. Think of this scenario: You are engrossed in a complex craft activity or working with your spring…
In an interview, Ashwin Dhar, known for his role as Arshad Pappu in the hit ‘Dhurandhar’ series, reflected on the enjoyable experience of working alongside co-star Ranveer Singh, who kept the set atmosphere lively and enjoyable. He commended director Aditya Dhar for his composed leadership throughout the production process. Read on to know more in…
The Central Board of Secondary Education has come out with a Two Board Examination Scheme for Class X students. This scheme, which was notified on June 25, 2025, is now ready to be rolled out in the 2026 examination cycle. Under the new scheme, Class 10 students appearing in the 2026 main board exams shall…
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: Aditya Vision Ltd, Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd, and NMDC – these are the stocks that Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research of Nuvama Professional Clients Group has shortlisted as top buy calls for today (April 16, 2026). His views on Nifty…
CSK lodge complaint against RCB over ‘Dosa, idli’ song (Image: Screengrab/X) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have formally lodged a complaint with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) over alleged misconduct during their IPL 2026 clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 5.The complaint highlights multiple concerns,…
Harness the power of a well-organized schedule to ease the tension between duty and the urge to unwind. Making that pivotal choice, whether in a professional setting or in setting personal limits, will empower you. Invest your energy into meticulous work to elevate your career prospects, as chance may not favor you today. You may…
A quirky home remedy suggests using raw garlic cloves in shoes to combat foot odor, leveraging garlic’s natural antibacterial sulfur compounds. It is dusk, and you have finally taken off those shoes after a long day of standing. That distinct smell greets you at the door, something that many people complain about and which makes…