Iranian currency sinks to record low as US works on new sanctions Iran’s rial hit rock bottom on Monday, falling to a record low as Washington prepared what it called an “economic D-Day”. The fresh sanctions are set to pile more pressure on an economy already battered by existing restrictions and a US naval blockade.The…
Representative Image of gray ratsnakes inhabiting an old shed surrounded by dense trees and natural vegetation (AI-generated image) In central Mississippi, researchers stumbled across an abandoned shed covered in old snakeskins, an odd enough sight that they decided to set up cameras rather than simply walk away. What they eventually documented became a detailed study…
Top stocks to buy today on August 24, 2026. Stock market recommendations: Viyash Scientific, and AU Small Finance Bank – have been picked as the top stocks to buy on August 24, 2026 by Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities. The expert has shared a detailed outlook on Nifty and Bank…
The ICC on Monday confirmed the sanctions for India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka fast bowler Asitha Fernando for their altercation (IANS Image) India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka pacer Asitha Fernando have each been fined 25 per cent of their match fees and handed one demerit point following their on-field altercation during…
From coolie to NUS scholar: Ramthulla Shaik’s remarkable journey through GATE and IISc. (Photo: LinkedIn) For Ramthulla Shaik, the journey from a lower-middle-class family in Andhra Pradesh to the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru and now the National University of Singapore (NUS) has reportedly been shaped by one thing: the determination to change his…
Kriti Sanon dinner outing look worth Rs 5.5 lakh (Image Credits Yogen Shah for Etimes) Kriti Sanon was spotted at a restaurant last night in Mumbai in an effortlessly chic ensemble featuring a geometric-print top, wide-leg trousers and luxury accessories. Her look, including a designer mini hobo bag, slingback flats and a calfskin belt, is…
Representational photo of a frozen optical fiber core in a glass capillary, which guides and couples light and sound waves efficiently. (Science Daily picture) Freezing liquid inside an optical fibre has helped scientists create an unusual environment where light and sound can interact more than 1,000 times more strongly than they do in ordinary optical…
Portrait of Morgan seated with his granddaughter Mabel Satterlee, 1906. (Photo: Muller Ury.com) In 1900, financier J P Morgan bought 117 acres in Maine, including Sand Beach and Great Head, as a wedding gift for his daughter Louisa. The land is now part of Acadia National Park.The land around Great Head and Sand Beach was…
India has generally relied on long-term LNG contracts with Qatar, the world’s second largest supplier of the fuel. Middle East war impact: The ongoing marine traffic disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to the US-Iran conflict are forcing India’s energy majors to purchase liquified natural gas or LNG at some of the highest prices…
India coach Sjoerd Marijne NEW DELHI: India women’s hockey team coach Sjoerd Marijne admitted nerves got the better of his side in their crucial 0-0 draw against Australia, as a lack of rhythm, unforced errors and missed opportunities ended their hopes of reaching the World Cup semifinals.India needed a win against Australia on Sunday to…
