Image from the 146th Session of the International Olympic Committee in Lausanne. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games received greater clarity on Wednesday after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) approved a revamped host selection process that will culminate with the announcement of the winning bid in mid-2029.At the IOC’s…
England clinched a four-wicket win over India, bringing the series to a tie at 1-1. Joe Root’s stellar innings of 99 not out was pivotal as India’s batters faltered, crumbling to just 233 runs. (Photo/AP/PTI) A masterclass in chasing from veteran Joe Root and a clinical bowling display helped England bounce back in style, registering…
Stock market today: Benchmark equity indices snapped a three-day winning streak on Thursday, with the Sensex plunging over 1,200 points and the Nifty closing near the 25,450 mark amid a broad-based sell-off triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 1,236.11 points, or 1.48 per cent, to settle at…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address today, August 15, 2026 put India’s youth at the centre of the country’s development story, urging them to pursue ambitious ideas and innovation without worrying about a lack of resources.His message came as the government highlighted efforts to expand opportunities in research, technology, and entrepreneurship while…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli was seen training with his left knee heavily strapped ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Tuesday.In a video shared by LSG’s social media handle, Kohli was seen walking with his left knee strapped while meeting New Zealand great Kane…
When life weighs heavily on your heart, it can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Yet, Psalm 34:18 from the Bible reminds us that God is close to those who are brokenhearted. This divine presence offers solace when words fall short of expressing our hurt. Embracing our brokenness is not shameful; it’s an opportunity to turn to…
why experts are warning against feeding wild birds during the H5N1 outbreak Feeding birds in your backyard may seem like a harmless way to connect with nature. But amid Australia’s growing H5 bird flu outbreak, experts are raising concerns that bird feeders could unintentionally create places where the virus spreads more easily among wildlife. According…
NEW DELHI: Global benchmark Brent crude fell to a three-week low on Tuesday, amid renewed optimism over reopening of Strait of Hormuz, after senior US officials indicated that a deal with Iran could be possible.Brent was trading below the $80-a-barrel mark (9.15 pm) on Tuesday, its lowest level since July 13, down almost 5% in…
Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have shared enchanting glimpses of their sangeet night, a celebration filled with love, laughter, and dancing. The couple looked radiant in stunning ensembles, with Rashmika dazzling in a shimmery lehenga and Vijay in a regal sherwani. Their families also joined in the joyous festivities, creating unforgettable memories. Read on…
UP Scholarship Registration UP scholarship 2025-26: The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department has opened the registration window for the UP Scholarship 2026-27 scheme for students studying in Classes 9 to 12. Eligible students can submit their applications online through the official scholarship portal, scholarship.up.gov.in, from August 11, 2026.The registration process for students studying in Classes…