Sindoor in Indian tradition is more than a symbol of marriage, it also has spiritual and astrological significance. From temples to households, many believe that the finger used to apply sindoor on the forehead or on the hair partition can influence the energy, emotions and planetary vibrations. For many devotees and married women, the ritual…
For decades, petrol motorcycles have dominated Indian roads. They are trusted, easy to maintain and supported by fuel stations and service centres almost everywhere. But things are slowly changing. With petrol prices staying high and EV technology improving quickly, electric motorcycles are now becoming a serious option for everyday commuting.Still, the answer is not as…
Electric vehicles are slowly moving into the mainstream in India. With more options on sale, better driving range and a growing charging network, EVs are now a practical choice for many buyers. That said, buying an electric car is still different from picking a petrol or diesel model. A few key checks can make a…
NEW DELHI: India’s electric vehicles sales crossed a record 20 lakh-unit mark for the first time, as significant numbers in two- and three-wheelers and growing volumes in cars added strength to the greens.According to retail sales numbers released by Federation of Automobile Dealers’ Association (FADA), a total of 24.5 lakh units of EVs were sold…
A month into the Middle East conflict, its ripple effects are felt across economies worldwide. The crisis was triggered on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran, setting off a chain of events that has tightened Tehran’s grip over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. This narrow sea passage,…
Wellington College International Pune hosts vibrant Summer Unity Party PUNE: Wellington College International (WCI) Pune witnessed a vibrant display of culture, inclusivity, and community spirit as the school hosted its inaugural Summer Unity Party on campus. The event, organised jointly by WCI Pune and its parent association, Friends of Wellington (FoW), brought together pupils, parents,…
Visitors can now descend 46 feet underground into the newly reopened tomb of Amenhotep III, one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful rulers. Closed to the public for the past two decades, the 3,400-year-old site has officially been reopened just ahead of the historic debut of the Grand Egyptian Museum. A king who ruled Egypt Amenhotep…
Mumbai Indians’ captain Hardik Pandya, left, and Tilak Varma (PTI Photo) Tilak Varma announced himself in emphatic fashion with his maiden IPL century, an innings that not only powered Mumbai Indians to a crucial win but also drew high praise from Ravichandran Ashwin. Chasing momentum after a difficult run, Mumbai found their spark through Tilak’s…
Long before he became one of the biggest names in the FIFA World Cup 2026, Lamine Yamal was simply a little boy chasing a football through the streets of Catalonia, Spain.Today, the teenager is celebrated as one of the brightest stars in world football. But ask Yamal what “pressure” really means, and he doesn’t talk…
Because they kept the details private, the rumour mill spent years guessing what went wrong.A few distinct narratives eventually emerged: The political pressure: In April 2025, President Donald Trump weighed in publicly, suggesting that the relentless, suffocating pressure of the Russia investigation took a massive toll on his son’s marriage, calling the breakup “very sad”…
