The lunar eclipse in 2026 will occur on August 28, offering a deep partial view. However, this celestial event will not be visible from India. Astronomical stages are detailed in Indian Standard Time, starting early on August 28. Sutak Kaal will not apply in India as the eclipse is not observable. The primary viewing areas…
Actress-politician Kangana Ranaut, known for being vocal on social media and sharing her honest takes on a range of topics, recently turned to Instagram to express her admiration for veteran actress Karisma Kapoor. She posted a rare throwback picture of herself, revealing that Karisma Kapoor, fondly called Lolo, had been a major influence on her…
New Delhi: Factory gate inflation based on the wholesale price index (WPI) surged to a 30 month high of 11.4% in Sept from 9.9% in Aug, as rising fuel and manufactured goods prices pushed inflation into double digits, the official data released Wednesday showed. In comparison, WPI stood at -0.2% in Sept 2025.Data shows fuel…
Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka. (AP/PTI) Sri Lanka have suffered a setback ahead of their two-Test series against Pakistan, with opener Pathum Nissanka ruled out after failing to recover from a left hamstring injury.Nissanka was included in the original 15-member squad on the condition that he would travel only after receiving medical clearance. However, Sri Lanka…
Asian Games badminton: PV Sindhu (Image: Reuters) PV Sindhu once again showed her ability to raise the intensity when it mattered most, overcoming Japan’s Riko Gunji in straight games to storm into the women’s singles quarter-finals of the Arctic Open 2026 on Thursday.The sixth-seeded Indian, a two-time Olympic medallist, prevailed 21-15, 21-15 in 49 minutes…
Alexander Zverev, of Germany, celebrates (AP Photo) Alexander Zverev has spent years knowing the frustration of coming close to a Grand Slam title without being able to finish the job. After finally ending that wait at the French Open this year, the German now has another major opportunity in front of him.This time, though, he…
The Moon transitioning into Aquarius encourages individuals to seek social connections and embrace communication. Friendships are particularly emphasized, but some tension may arise due to differing needs for attention and solitude. Specific zodiac signs, such as Leo and Scorpio, may experience challenges due to these dynamics. In contrast, signs like Aquarius and Gemini may enjoy…
General:The week opens on a useful, steady note, and you’ll do well if you begin with order rather than excitement. Monday has the feel of a freshly swept courtyard. Clean, hopeful, ready. Good conversations can smooth over old frictions, whether these involve family members, neighbours, or even someone who has quietly stood on the other…
Butter paper vs parchment paper: what are the differences Walk into most Indian kitchens, and you’ll likely find a roll of “butter paper” tucked away for wrapping parathas, lining tiffin boxes, or packing mithai during festivals. Somewhere along the way, though, “butter paper” became the catch-all term a lot of us use for any thin…
NEW DELHI: Managers of great hotels in India now worry about one thing the chefs there don’t have to lose sleep over — visits by anonymous Michelin inspectors to see if a property has earned the stars; if it remains good enough to retain them or move up the ladder from one to two and…
