India’s expanding renewable energy capacity could soon help turn the country into an energy exporter. German ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann said that Germany could emerge as one of the buyers of Indian green hydrogen in the coming years. Speaking at the Indo-German Industries Dialogue organised by the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, Ackermann said renewable…
Neeraj Chopra (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Neeraj Chopra walks into the Commonwealth Games 2026 as India’s biggest athletics hope, but this may be far from a routine title defence. The Olympic champion and former world champion is returning to the Games after an eight-year gap, and the men’s javelin field in Glasgow is significantly stronger…
Why August 2026 is a Numerologically Significant MonthSome months quietly pass by. Others become turning points. August 2026 appears to belong to the latter.What makes it unusual isn’t a single planetary event or a single numerological calculation. It is the convergence of several cycles. The month carries the vibration of Number 8, unfolds under a…
Vande Bharat crossing the Chenab Bridge (Instagram) Imagine sipping a hot cup of hot soup while your train silently crosses the world’s highest railway arch bridge, the iconic Chenab Bridge. Covered in misty mountains and surrounded by deep gorges are the visuals that passengers aboard the Vande Bharat Express between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra…
Ramayana star Rakul Preet Singh returns to gym after 1.5-year injury recovery amid trailer release (Image Credits IMDb and Instagram) As Nitesh Tiwari‘s ‘Ramayana‘ continues to dominate conversations following its trailer launch at Brahma mahurat today, Rakul Preet Singh has shared an emotional update on her fitness journey, revealing she has returned to the gym…
Dr Krishna Chivukula’s Rs 224 crore gift to IIT Madras sets new milestone after Indo-MIM IPO debut Success is often measured by the companies entrepreneurs build. But for IIT Madras alumnus Dr Krishna Chivukula, success has also meant giving back to the institution that helped shape his journey. More than five decades after graduating from…
Global gold demand remained largely unchanged in the April-June quarter as softer prices moderated investment demand after the record rally earlier this year, according to the World Gold Council (WGC).Total gold demand stood at 1,269 tonnes in the second quarter of 2026, almost unchanged from 1,268.6 tonnes a year earlier, the WGC said in its…
Ajinkya Rahane (AFP Photo) Former and current Indian cricketers congratulated Ajinkya Rahane after the veteran batter announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday. Rahane, in a video posted on his Instagram, said the time was right for him to “move on”, bringing the curtain down on a memorable international career.The 38-year-old represented India in…
Today, the Moon in Capricorn favours a practical approach in private affairs. Shravana Nakshatra is all about lstening with care. A relative’s recurring concern can be a practical message you missed earlier. What to Do Today Schedule time for a relaxed family chat. Let each person say what concerns them, and don’t correct the details…
Pongal is much more than a comforting bowl of rice and lentils. It has deep roots in ancient Tamil culture and is closely associated with the harvest festival of the same name. Historical references in Sangam literature, dating back more than 2,000 years, describe boiled rice dishes offered during harvest celebrations. The savoury version, flavoured…