NEW DELHI: Stock markets are likely to be guided this week by the outcome of state elections and high crude oil prices amid the West Asia conflict, say analysts.The developments related to the West Asia conflict and the Strait of Hormuz will also be tracked by investors, they said. Counting of votes for the five…
Across Kerala, early trends in the 2026 Assembly election indicate a decisive shift in power, with the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) surging ahead and poised for a commanding return to government. The alliance is leading in over 100 of the 140 Assembly seats, comfortably crossing the majority mark, while the CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front…
Recent excavations at Karahantepe, a pivotal site within the Taş Tepeler project in southeastern Türkiye, have unearthed staggering evidence of Neolithic complexity. This site, dating back around 12,000 years, has produced over-life-sized human statues and detailed carvings of animals that transform our view of prehistoric art. Yet, the most astonishing find involves plant remains. While…
When someone repeatedly makes you feel like an afterthought—a back‑up plan, a last‑minute invite, or a “nice to have” rather than a “must be there”—pursuing them will only make you feel uncomfortable. Every time you chase others, you send a subtle message that your presence is negotiable. Respecting yourself means accepting that you are not…
Earlier last year, in March, famed actor Adrien Brody took the stage and broke the record for the longest Oscar speech of all time. In a recent interview, the ‘The Brutalist’ star opened up about his speech and looked back on the chaos and ridicule that followed. Adrien Brody looks back on his 2025 Oscar…
MUMBAI: The appointment of Rohit Jain as deputy governor at the Reserve Bank of India comes after the retirement of T Rabi Sankar and at a time when the central bank has to prepare banks for new risks, including cybersecurity.Jain, who was appointed executive director in Dec 2020, was until now in charge of supervisory…
NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings have been dealt a significant setback in their IPL 2026 campaign, with talisman MS Dhoni not travelling to New Delhi for their upcoming clash against Delhi Capitals on Tuesday. The veteran has stayed back in Chennai to continue rehabilitation for a calf injury, raising fresh concerns over his availability this…
Scientists involved in planetary formation studies, meteorites, and early solar system investigations have been wondering about the origins of the ingredients that made up the planet Earth. Studies on carbonaceous chondrites, isotopic compositions, and planetary accretion have shown that the elements needed for life on Earth, such as carbon, water, and volatiles, could have come…
A short video making the rounds on social media has struck a nerve for a reason that feels both unexpectedly simple and deeply human. In the clip, a girl explains why her mother never says the word “elaichi,” and the answer has left many viewers emotional. At first, it sounds like a small domestic detail,…
Emraan Hashmi doesn’t have many blockbuster movies in his filmography, but the actor holds a cult fan base for his exceptional performances. Hashmi delivered one of his most memorable performances in ‘Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai’. The film, directed by Milan Luthria, featured him playing Shoaib Khan. His portrayal of the ambitious underworld figure…
