An agreement between the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur and the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) to conduct voluntary programmes on student well-being has triggered criticism from students, alumni and social media users, who have questioned the involvement of a religious organisation in campus initiatives.The institute had announced on Saturday that it signed…
Imported sugar is yet to land, so why is it getting cheaper Sugar is leaving a bitter aftertaste in consumers’ household budgets.The all-India average retail price has climbed to Rs 64.24 a kilo, nearly 30% higher than a month ago and 38.63% above last year’s level. In some markets, the sting is even sharper, with…
Mahela Jayawardene (left) and Hardik Pandya NEW DELHI: Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene is likely to continue as Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach for the 2027 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with the franchise reluctant to make sweeping changes. It is learnt that Jayawardene joined the five-time champions on a “two +…
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, September 4. The midnight puja will continue into the early hours of September 5. Ashtami Tithi and Rohini Nakshatra are important for this observance. Nishita Kaal, the midnight worship, spans both calendar dates. Dahi Handi will be observed on Saturday, September 5. Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be…
Chettinad mansions (PC: Instagram) Tamil Nadu is one fascinating South Indian state that has been attracting travellers from across the globe with its stunning architecture and cultural beauty. But did you know there’s a rural side of the state, which looks like an ordinary village road, and can suddenly open into a world of towering…
Quote of the day by Brigette Bardot: ‘I gave my beauty and my youth to men. I am going to give my wisdom and experience to animals’, an inspiring lesson highlighting the French star’s transition from the world of glamour into the field of animal care and how priorities in life change with time. (YouTube)…
Bengaluru’s higher salaries may look attractive to professionals considering relocation, but rising living costs can significantly reduce their actual savings. A tech professional’s comparison of Bengaluru, Delhi, Noida and Gurugram highlights expenses such as rent, food, commuting and travel home. The analysis underscores why employees should assess their net financial gains before switching cities for…
The yellow metal is likely to consolidate in near term with a possible test of support at $4370. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are under pressure due to the US Federal Reserve chair’s hawkish outlook, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan. Gold Price Performance: The Fed Chair Warsh, in his…
Pakistan’s Mohammad Abbas celebrates with teammates ( Reuters) Former Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur has criticised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for making sweeping changes to the squad and coaching staff. His comments follow the team’s disastrous defeat at Lord’s, which left them trailing 2-0 in the three-match series against England.The PCB confirmed on Monday…
Every group chat has one person who sends ten messages before breakfast. It also has another person who reads everything, says nothing and suddenly appears as a small grey notification:“Left.”No explanation. No farewell message. Not even a final thumbs-up.While anyone can become tired of endless notifications, these five zodiac signs are more likely to make…