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File Pic: Shreyas Iyer and MS Dhoni (Image credit: IPL) CHENNAI: There was a time when taking on Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium was a daunting task for the visiting IPL teams. Over the past year, the fortress has slowly begun to lose its fangs.The five-time champions, who managed just one win…
Quote of the day by Neil Armstrong (Image source: Wikipedia) There is a clear pattern in human history. People don’t always pick the easiest way. Instead, they often move toward challenges, even when the risks are high and the results are unknown. When we think about space exploration, this idea becomes even clearer. Neil Armstrong,…
Japan invites 1,000 Indian researchers under LOTUS Programme 2026 Japan has opened applications for the LOTUS Programme FY2026, offering nearly 1,000 Indian Master’s, PhD students, and postdoctoral researchers an opportunity to participate in funded research stays across leading Japanese universities and institutions.The initiative, part of the India-Japan Circulation of Talented Youths in Science Programme, is…
This week offers a diverse slate of OTT releases, perfect for a long weekend binge. From the comedic courtroom antics of ‘Maamla Legal Hai 2’ and the quirky mission of Vir Das’s ‘Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos’ to thrilling dramas like ‘Bloodhounds 2’ and ‘Gangs of Galicia 2’, there’s something for every taste. This week is…
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is one of the most influential business leaders in India and has made significant contributions in the field of business in the area of biotechnology. She has made a mark in the field of business with her company Biocon, which has achieved global recognition in the field of biopharmaceuticals. Not only has Kiran…
Rapper Cardi B has been cleared of copyright infringement claims by a Texas judge. Joshua Fraustro and Miguel Aguilar had alleged her song ‘Enough (Miami)’ copied their track ‘Greasy Frybread.’ The judge ruled there was no infringement, marking a significant legal victory for the artist, who also recently won an assault case. Almost two years…
Actor Prakash Raj has responded to criticism online after the final rites of his mother, Swarnalatha Rai, were conducted with Christian rituals in Bengaluru on March 31.The ceremonies began with a funeral mass at St Michael’s Church, followed by her burial at the Sacred Heart Cemetery, with family members and close friends from the film…
As you navigate today, you might find yourself grappling with self-doubt. Lean on a close friend who understands you, and steer clear of unnecessary arguments by being transparent with your partner. You’re tougher than you feel today, but the mind may wobble. The Moon sits in a position that asks for moral support, and Saturn…
Last year, Trump announced his reciprocal tariffs on April 2, not April 1, to ensure they weren’t taken for a joke. This year, he couldn’t care less. While he delivered his rambling 19-minute monologue on Wednesday evening – his time – the world spent all of yesterday parsing it, for clues to the likely trajectory…
Artemis II was launched on Thursday. In a major leap for human spaceflight, Nasa’s Artemis II mission successfully executed a critical engine burn late Thursday, sending its crew out of Earth’s orbit and onto a path toward the moon.The trans-lunar injection took place about 25 hours after liftoff, placing three American astronauts and one Canadian…
