Auqib Nabi’s family members watch Ranji Trophy final (TOI Photo) BARAMULLA: Some 40 km west of Uri, close to the Line of Control, sits Sheeri village. Along the Jhelum Valley road, north west of Srinagar. There, a narrow lane off the main road takes you to the home of cricketer Auqib Nabi Dar. It is…
A rare Himalayan blue poppy, discovered in 1913, thrives in extreme cold at high altitudes across Asia. This elusive flower, symbolizing purity and patience, spends years storing energy for a brief, spectacular bloom. Its unique needs make it challenging to cultivate elsewhere, highlighting its precious rarity amidst a changing climate. Blue is one of those…
Dressed in a custom look by his longtime friend and collaborator Manish Malhotra, Johar’s ensemble was rooted in storytelling. The outfit, titled Framed in Eternity, took inspiration from the works of legendary Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma – and you could see that influence instantly. He wore a sharp, structured jacket with strong shoulders, layered…
The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP), has released the admit cards for the Uttar Pradesh Joint Entrance Examination (UPJEE) Polytechnic 2026 for all the streams. Previously, admit cards were released for candidates belonging to Groups A, E1 (Bio), and E2 (Mathematics) can now access their hall tickets through the official admission portal.The release…
From the warm coastal waters around Australia and Southeast Asia to the pretty reefs of the Indo-Pacific, sea snakes rule the waters! There is no doubt that sea snakes are among the most mysterious reptiles living in the ocean. While most travellers think of beaches with views of colourful fish and jumping dolphins, some coastlines…
Priya Sachdev Kapur remembered her late husband Sunjay Kapur with an emotional Instagram post on Monday, marking their ninth wedding anniversary—the first since his passing in 2025. Sharing a series of pictures from their traditional Punjabi wedding, Priya revisited memories of their life together, recalling moments from their previous anniversary and the promises they had…
Oman’s New Tiered Expat Work Permit Fees: Incentives for Omanisation Compliance The Sultanate of Oman is shaking up how companies hire foreign workers by introducing a tiered fee structure for expatriate work permits that directly ties costs to compliance with national employment targets known as Omanisation. The move, announced this week by the Ministry of…
Ben Affleck has done what few other Hollywood exes have done, he has reportedly handed over his share of his USD 60 million love nest to ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez. Ben Affleck gives Jennifer Lopez mansion for freeTMZ reports that Ben allegedly handed over his full stake in the luxury mansion he purchased with JLo when…
Virat Kohli with the IPL trophy. (AP Photo) Mumbai: Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone have signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise that will include both the men and women’s teams.The Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Women’s Premier League (WPL)…
AI-generated image for representational purposes. Getting a good price for a used car often depends on when you decide to sell it. Many owners delay the decision and later realise the value has dropped. The market changes quickly. Prices do too. Choosing the right time can make a noticeable difference to the final deal.Start with…