Aravindh Chithambaram (second from left) NEW DELHI: Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram became the first Indian player to qualify for the Chess main event at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 after winning the Road to EWC qualifier at DreamHack Atlanta.The 26-year-old produced a composed display in the high-pressure rapid format, where matches consisted of two…
Kerala SSLC result 2026: The Kerala Board of Public Examinations is expected to declare the Kerala SSLC result 2026 on May 15, 2026. The results are expected to be announced in the afternoon following an official press conference. Students will likely to be able to access their scorecards from 3 PM onwards through the official…
Iran’s currency has plunged sharply in the free market, with rates hovering around 15,69,410–15,80,000 Rial per US dollar, underlining deepening stress in an economy battered by war, sanctions and internal disruption, according to Bonbast data.Average rates stood at 156,9410 (sell) and 15,68,410 (buy), with extremes ranging between 14, 64,500 and 17,20,500 Rial, signalling heightened volatility…
Ravi Mohan’s upcoming film ‘Karathey Babu’ has reportedly encountered another hurdle ahead of its theatrical release. The political drama, directed by Ganesh K Babu of ‘Dada’ fame, has faced repeated changes to its release plans. Now, reports suggest the film ran into censor-related issues over certain scenes that may refer to contemporary political leaders. This…
Rishabh Pant (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka’s last Test win against India came under Angelo Mathews in 2015 in Galle—the venue for the first Test starting on Saturday. He was a new captain thenWhile all the talk leading up to the series has been around spinners playing the key role, Mathews highlighted that playing…
Vat Purnima is one of the most prominent festivals in Hindu religion. The day is considered highly auspicious that falls on Purnima tithi of shukla paksha in the month of Jyeshtha. On this sacred day, women observe strict fast from dawn to dusk for the longevity and well being of their husbands. In North India,…
ACPC Gujarat is expected to release the Degree Engineering provisional merit list on June 12, 2026. Candidates can check their state ranks online as the mock choice-filling process, along with the final institute and seat matrix release, is set to begin. The Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC), Gujarat, is likely to release the much-awaited…
Nestled in the vibrant Juhu area of Mumbai, Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa is not just a home—it’s a cultural landmark valued at INR 100 crore. Gifting from director Ramesh Sippy, this splendid two-story bungalow reflects the essence of celebration, both in its stunning design and rich collection of art. Amitabh Bachchan’s Mumbai home, Jalsa, remains one…
Every parent notices little bedtime habits that seem oddly specific. Some children clutch a favourite toy, some insist on a bedtime story, while others have one quirky habit that never changes: no matter how carefully they are tucked in, one leg somehow ends up sticking out from under the blanket. It’s an amusing sight, but…
File Pic: Harbhajan Singh during the Eden Gardens Test in 2001. The other day I was having a chat with Matthew Hayden in Goa. I asked him, “Why did you play that shot in the first innings at Eden Gardens?” It was in the second session on Day 1, he was batting on 97, and…