Since the April 2026 earthquake in Turkey, the world has watched in awe as floating lights have appeared following this seismic event. With their origins rooted deeply in folklore, combined with modern geophysical knowledge, these luminous displays can bridge ancient cultural beliefs with new scientific discoveries. While often dismissed as mere optical illusions or UFO…
BENGALURU: The southern derby between RCB and CSK has long been one of the IPL’s marquee contests. Of the 35 meetings between the two sides, CSK have won 21 but the narrative shifted last season when RCB, en route their maiden title, completed a double over the five-time champions, a commanding 50-run win in Chennai…
Shubman Gill (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan) Cheteshwar Pujara believes Shubman Gill has the perfect motivation to deliver a standout campaign in IPL 2026 after missing out on India’s T20 World Cup squad.Speaking on JioHotstar, Pujara backed the Gujarat Titans captain to respond strongly, stressing that Gill remains a complete, multi-format player who can force his way…
Suryakumar Yadav (Pic credit: SKY’s X post) MUMBAI: Quite a few fans were surprised to see India’s T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav playing as an impact substitute in the Mumbai Indians’ IPL opener against Kolkata Knight Riders here on Sunday, but MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene put a lid on speculation, saying it was merely a…
Royal Enfield and Triumph Motorcycles have both brought upgrades in the 350cc segment. While Royal Enfield has refreshed the Hunter 350 lineup for 2026 with a new variant and added features, Triumph has introduced a downsized 350cc version of its Speed T4, bringing the two bikes closer than ever in terms of positioning. Here’s how…
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has debuted the updated Xiaomi SU7 sedan. The new version brings notable improvements in performance, range and in-cabin tech. Here’s a quick look at some of the key details. Updated Xiaomi SU7 electric car: Key details The electric sedan is offered in three variants: Standard, Pro and Max. One of the…
A month into the Middle East conflict, its ripple effects are felt across economies worldwide. The crisis was triggered on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran, setting off a chain of events that has tightened Tehran’s grip over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. This narrow sea passage,…
The Government of India has tightened rules around toll collection on national highways. Now, there’s a stricter system to deal with missed FASTag payments. Under the updated rules, a new term called “unpaid user fee” has been formally defined. This refers to a toll charge that remains unpaid even though a vehicle’s passage has been…
It’s 2026, you’re scrolling through a dating app curated by some hyper-intelligent algorithm, and suddenly a line from 1813 hits you like a cold splash of water. Jane Austen, writing through the voice of the pragmatic Charlotte Lucas in ‘Pride and Prejudice’, drops a timeless truth:“Happiness in marriage is entirely a matter of chance. It…
Sanjiv Goenka interaction with Rishabh Pant (Image: X) Lucknow Super Giants have clarified the much-discussed on-field interaction between owner Sanjiv Goenka and captain Rishabh Pant following their defeat to Delhi Capitals.After the loss, Goenka was seen in an animated conversation with Pant, with head coach Justin Langer also part of the exchange. While no audio…