As the Middle East crisis escalates, concerns have grown over a possible rise in petrol and diesel prices. However, despite a sharp increase in global crude oil prices, fuel rates in major Indian cities have remained unchanged. Consumers can breathe a sigh of relief as retail petrol and diesel prices in the country are not…
Evelyn N. Wang: The scientist who wants to make every home produce its own water (Image source: MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering ) Water touches every part of human life. We drink it, cook with it, wash with it and depend on it for health and hygiene. Yet according to global estimates, more than 2.2…
Until these regulations take effect and prove their worth through actual enforcement, your best defence is radical simplicity. For years, I have been writing about how the personal finance system is designed to extract money from ordinary savers rather than serve them. Just a few weeks ago, I discussed a book by John Campbell and…
South Africa players during the first T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal in Kolkata. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: South Africa’s dream run at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 came to a crashing halt on Wednesday night as New Zealand handed them a crushing nine-wicket defeat in the semifinal. And head coach Shukri Conrad did…
SSC GD exam date 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has postponed the Constable (General Duty) examination for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Special Security Force (SSF), and Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Candidates who were preparing for the exam should know that the test will now be held…
Madhuri Dixit-Nene instantly accepted ‘Maa Behen’ after one narration. Director Suresh Triveni, shifting to lighter storytelling post-Jalsa, praised her comic timing and dedication. The film, co-starring Triptii Dimri, Ravi Kishan, and Dharna Durga, features Madhuri as a fun-loving mother. Triveni admired her humility during 14 workshops and commitment to learning. Madhuri Dixit-Nene immediately agreed to…
Image credit: X/IndianTechGuide A mechanic from Jharkhand has caught the internet’s attention after modifying a Maruti 800 into a replica of a Lamborghini model. The unique build, created by Mohammad Arif in a small workshop in Chandil, has gone viral on social media. Let’s take a quick look at some details around the modified model….
China on Thursday announced a 7% increase in its defence budget for 2026, as it continues to step up its military capabilities to counter the United States and strengthen its claims over Taiwan and the South China Sea. The hike will take the country’s defence spending to about 1.9 trillion yuan, or $276.8 billion, according…
Early risers along Florida’s Space Coast were treated to something unusual on Wednesday morning. As the first light of dawn crept over the Atlantic, a rocket streaked into the sky and left behind a glowing cloud that looked almost otherworldly. For a few minutes, the shape drifting across the sky resembled a giant jellyfish floating…
In the coming week, the 158,000 level is expected to act as a crucial support zone. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction: Gold prices may rally towards Rs 1.72 lakh and silver prices to Rs 3 lakh, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group. MCX Gold Price Outlook On…
