India’s draw against Sri Lanka in the second Test at the Colombo SSC has made their road to the World Test Championship final tougher.Sri Lanka held India to a draw after a remarkable fightback on the fifth day. As a result, India won the two-Test series 1-0 instead of completing a 2-0 sweep.The draw gave…
Sawan Purnima 2026 will herald the joyful occasion of Raksha Bandhan alongside other important Hindu celebrations. The Aquarius full moon promises financial uplift and warmth within households. Aries individuals can anticipate a boost in their income and valuable networking opportunities, while Gemini natives may bask in enhanced luck and fruitful advice from their elders. Meanwhile,…
Mia has a familiar, gentle sound and several linguistic connections. In Italian and Scandinavian usage, it is commonly associated with “mine,” while it is also used as a form of Maria. Its simple pronunciation and gentle sound have helped make it popular in many countries. Short names can hold stories that stretch back centuries. From…
The making of ‘Jana Nayagan’ has given fans several reasons to stay curious, from Vijay’s final film plans to the scale of its action and song sequences. Now, an interesting detail about the film’s massive set has come to light. Director H Vinoth explained how a conversation during the production led the team to take…
This image provided by Planet Labs PBC shows floodings in Kolpurtar, Nepal on Aug. 26, 2026. (Planet Labs PBC via AP) On August 26, 2026, a catastrophic flash flood struck the Nepal-Tibet border, tearing through the Lhende Khola and Bhote Koshi river system. As rescue operations continue, the death toll has climbed past 270, with…
Meagre stock has also pushed up sugar prices—earlier this week. MUMBAI: Ahead of the festival of Raksha Bandhan, when demand for sugar tends to surge in Indian kitchens, consumers are in a bind. Major online grocery platforms and offline retail chains are limiting the number of sugar packs customers can buy, to manage supplies of…
TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: In his first press conference of the tour, Shubman Gill termed qualifying for the World Test Championship as the “ultimate goal,” a sentiment he maintained while preparing to leave the country. In between his two media interactions, the Indian captain saw his team register a comprehensive win in Galle and then settle…
We talk a lot about when to tie Rakhi, what should go into the Rakhi thali, which mantra to chant and even what kind of Rakhi to choose. But there is one question that usually comes a few days after the festival:What should you actually do with the Rakhi once Raksha Bandhan is over?Should you…
When the power goes out, the inverter quickly becomes one of the most useful things in a home. But the same device that keeps lights and appliances running can become a safety concern if the space around it is poorly managed. Items that seem harmless, such as cardboard boxes, clothes, or cleaning products, can add…
Sohum Shah, who shot to fame with the 2018 cult hit ‘Tumbbad’, is now back on set for its much-awaited sequel, ‘Tumbbad 2 – Pralay Aayega.’ This time around, the film promises a far grander canvas, with Alia Bhatt and Nawazuddin Siddiqui joining the cast in pivotal roles. Amid the shoot, Sohum shared photos taken…