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Oman sets Ramadan’s first fasting day on February 19, 2026, using scientific moon data / Image: AI In a landmark announcement on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the Sultanate of Oman became the first nation to officially declare the starting date for the holy month of Ramadan. The Main Committee for Moon Sighting, under the Ministry…
New Delhi: Akasa has lost another co-founder as Praveen Iyer — also the airline’s chief commercial officer (CCO) — has resigned. A few months back, co-founder Neelu Khatri, who was in charge of international operations had also quit. Akasa has appointed chief information officer as the new head of commercial. The resignations of key people…
South Africa emerged victorious in a double super over thriller as Afghanistan came up agonisingly short of a famous victory after their T20 World Cup clash ended in a tie on Wednesday.Afghanistan were 187 all out after South Africa scored 187-6 in the Group D encounter in Ahmedabad.The teams were tied again after a breathless…
JAIPUR: What should be a stable home base for Rajasthan Royals has instead become a source of ongoing uncertainty. The Jaipur-based franchise remains undecided on hosting the majority of its home games at Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Stadium and is awaiting clearance from senior IPL and BCCI officials over unresolved safety, infrastructure and administrative concerns at…
Shubhanshu Shukla (PTI image) BENGALURU: India’s astronaut corps is not a one-off experiment but a permanent national capability, Indian astronaut Group Captain Prashanth Nair (Papa) said Wednesday, while Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla (Shux) said that a civilian flying to space will happen as the Gaganyaan programme matures.Speaking at the US-India Space Business Forum event in…
What does on-screen marking mean for students? The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that Class 12 answer copies will be evaluated through On-Screen Marking (OSM). It will start with the 2026 board examinations. The decision, notified on February 9, 2026, is aimed at improving accuracy, speeding up evaluation, and bringing greater transparency…
In a heart-wrenching farewell, the multifaceted Jayne Trcka, famed for her performances in ‘Scary Movie’ and ‘The Bad Batch’, passed away at the age of 62. Authorities have confirmed that her death resulted from hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, alongside struggles with a recent femoral fracture and past alcohol dependence. Trigger warning: This article contains…
Mrunal Thakur and Rakul Preet Singh were spotted in the same emerald green Juhi Bengani waistcoat and skirt set, sparking a fashion debate. Mrunal opted for a polished, red-carpet ready look with elegant heels and minimal accessories. Rakul, however, embraced a bolder, street-style vibe with combat boots and statement jewelry, showcasing two distinct interpretations of…
Google has reportedly announced a new round of voluntary exit packages – this time for employees within its global business organisation (GBO). The latest plan signals a push for staff to fully commit to its AI-driven future. Google’s chief business officer, Philipp Schindler, told staff in an internal memo that while the company finished 2025…
There’s no denying we travel with our shoes throughout the world, and our shoes bring with them external energies that are both good and bad, and little do we know how these unknown energies impact the Vastu of the house. In fact, in most Indian households, there’s a mandate of keeping shoes outside the house,…
