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NEW DELHI: India and the US made positive progress during three-day trade talks in Washington this week, with both sides agreeing to remain engaged to sustain the momentum going forward, govt said on Friday.About a dozen officers from India were in Washington during April 20-22 to hold discussions with the US authorities on finalising the…
Ramiz Raja, Shaheen Afridi and David Warner during the mascot fight. (Video grab) Social media erupted with criticism after the Pakistan Super League staged a dramatic pre-match act during the clash between Karachi Kings and Lahore Qalandars. Even before the first ball was bowled, a scripted mascot scuffle at the toss grabbed attention, leaving players,…
The Uttarakhand Board (UBSE) declared the Class 12 results for 2026 on April 25, with girls outperforming boys not only overall but also securing the top ranks. Geetika Pant from Bageshwar and Sushila Mendiratta from Udham Singh Nagar have emerged as toppers in the Class 12 examinations, with both scoring 98% marks.The overall pass percentage…
Jamie Bigg, known to audiences as Giant on the ‘Gladiators,’ has announced his departure from the show following the end of the current series. The former professional bodybuilder and firefighter from Ilkeston in Derbyshire has been part of the show since its return in 2024, becoming one of its most recognisable faces. His exit, however,…
Just when you think she’s done, Rihanna switches it up. For the after-party, she went full glam in a sleek black dress from Alaïa, and the vibe completely shifted. Think fitted, sharp, and just a little bit edgy. The dress featured a high neckline and full sleeves, but what made it stand out were the…
Some days you walk into a room and the room listens. This is one of those days. Venus supports your public image, and the Moon adds a pleasant glow, so honour and respect come easily, even in small moments.Still, your mind won’t be fully settled. You may feel happy one minute and confused the next….
By Hansaji Yogendra When troubled by uncertainty owing to worldly events, our tendency is to seek reassurance externally – in leaders, policies, or outcomes. The yogic way is that when the outer world trembles, the inner world must be kept steady. The Gita was revealed on a battlefield and not in a serene ashram. Wisdom…
Sensitive UK Biobank health data, potentially affecting nearly 500,000 participants, was briefly listed for sale on a Chinese marketplace. British authorities acted swiftly to remove the listings, but the incident has raised fresh concerns about the security of the vast research database. Sensitive health data linked to nearly 500,000 participants in the UK Biobank was…
MUMBAI: Rising oil prices weighed on investor sentiment on Dalal Street for the third consecutive session that pulled sensex down by 1,000 points (1.3%) on Friday to close at 76,664 points. Foreign funds continued to sell aggressively, leading to a 2,609-point fall in the sensex in the last three sessions. The weakness of the rupee…
NEW DELHI: In a bid to shut out any exam-day impersonators, the National Medical Commission has prohibited medical students from taking leave on May 2 and 3. The move, timed right before the NEET-UG 2026, is aimed at tightening security and preventing any ‘Munna Bhai’-style mischief.In a public notice issued on Thursday, NMC asked institutions…
