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Health insurance has become a priority area for the government, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday, expressing hope that the country would achieve universal insurance coverage by 2033 as the sector expands its reach.Replying to supplementary queries during Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Sitharaman said the insurance industry had already made significant progress,…
Suryakumar Yadav plays peacemaker in Arshdeep Snigh-Daryl Mitchell scuffle NEW DELHI: India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has shared that he personally apologised to Daryl Mitchell after an on-field incident involving Arshdeep Singh during the recent World Cup final. His main aim, he said, was to show the right kind of leadership and sportsmanship. Watch Jay…
Mumbai Indians’ Rohit Sharma (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) MUMBAI: As Mumbai Indians head coach, Mahela Jayawardene has plenty to be pleased about heading into IPL 2026, starting March 28. Four MI players—India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, skipper Hardik Pandya and batter Tilak Varma—played key roles in India’s 2026 T20 World Cup triumph.“Our…
A century ago, in a quiet cabbage patch in Auburn, Massachusetts, something happened. Dr Robert H. Goddard, a Clark University Physics professor, fired up a rocket powered by liquid fuel. It flew for a mere 2.5 seconds and landed in a cabbage patch 184 feet (56 meters) as reported by NASA. This little test, on…
University of Florida deactivates College Republicans organisation after antisemitism reports In a significant move reflecting growing scrutiny of student organizations, the University of Florida (UF) has deactivated its campus College Republicans chapter after reports of antisemitic behavior by some members, according to a report by AP News. The decision comes amid heightened awareness of misconduct…
Shilpa Shirodkar made a striking comeback into the limelight with her stint on ‘Bigg Boss 18’. Her gameplay on the show was widely appreciated, and after wrapping up, she starred in Jatadhara alongside Sonakshi Sinha and Sudheer Babu.During a recent interview, Shilpa was asked about about what’s next for her professionally, Shilpa replied, “Meri film…
Ever find yourself burying your nose in your partner’s hair or neck? You’re essentially “scent-guarding.” Based on Helen Fisher’s work on evolutionary psychology and a 2024 study in Chemical Senses, we are wired to sniff our partners to check for genetic compatibility and emotional grounding. Their unique scent acts like a natural sedative, lowering cortisol…
The controversy surrounding ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ from the upcoming film ‘KD: The Devil’, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, has escalated further as the Government has reportedly stepped in amid allegations that the track contains vulgar and sexually suggestive lyrics and visuals. Ever since the song was released, it has been facing backlash across…
Sometimes the wisest ideas come from children. Two cheerful boys from a village in Tamil Nadu have shown that adults can learn from kids too. Pre-teen brothers Deva and Jiva make very short videos — just 20 to 40 seconds long — for Instagram and YouTube. In their simple reels, they talk about things like…
A senior US counterterrorism official has resigned in protest against the Trump administration’s handling of the war with Iran, becoming the most senior figure to break ranks amid rising tensions in the Middle East.Joseph “Joe” Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), announced on Tuesday that he was stepping down from his role, saying…
