K-pop phenomenon BTS kicked off their highly awaited ‘ARIRANG’ world tour in Goyang, captivating an audience filled with industry stars. The event saw support from fellow K-pop sensations such as TXT and ATEEZ, along with beloved actors like Kim Min Jae and Lee Sung Kyung. After a four-year break for military duties, this comeback has…
Modern relationships are increasingly navigating conflict through text, a phenomenon now termed ‘fexting’. This silent battle, marked by delayed replies and cold messages, can escalate misunderstandings due to the absence of non-verbal cues. While texting offers a pause for thought, it often hinders genuine connection. Experts advise using ‘I statements’ and taking breaks, but stress…
Class 9 students hit hardest as NCERT books remain unavailable in Bengaluru schools. (Representative Image) BENGALURU: Schools have reopened, but several CBSE schools in the city are reeling under shortage of NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) textbooks, thus affecting their academic schedules. While schools say there is a shortage of books for…
Joseph Vijay‘s assuming the post of Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu was indeed an eventful milestone in his career, but it also meant a lot to his family. Not long after assuming the office in May 2026, it is said that Joseph Vijay had an extremely emotional encounter with his father, S. A. Chandrasekhar, who…
The United States on Tuesday (local time) revoked a 60-day sanctions waiver that had allowed the sale of Iranian oil, according to the Treasury Department. The license, issued last month as part of an interim agreement to halt fighting between the US and Iran, had temporarily eased restrictions on Iranian oil exports. Treasury officials did…
Haikyu!! Where the Monsters Go, a special anime adaptation, is all set to release in 2027, and fans are really excited to watch it. Before it releases, which is going to be a while, and if you are a Haikyu fan and want to watch anime like it, here’s a look at some picks that…
Nature’s balance includes dangerous plants like the manchineel, the “Tree of Death.” Found in coastal regions, every part of this tree contains potent toxins, causing severe skin burns, blindness from smoke, and even death if the fruit is ingested. Despite its hazards, the manchineel plays a vital role in stabilizing beaches and providing habitat for…
BENGALURU: At 12 pm on Friday, Raksha Bandhan shoppers on Instamart were ordering 857 rakhis every minute. One Bengaluru customer spent Rs 10,995 on five rakhis featuring 24-karat gold coins, while a shopper in Gurugram put together a Rs 14,630 basket containing rakhis, skincare products, chocolates and soft toys.These were among the festive snapshots shared…
‘Oh Sukumari’ OTT release: When and where to watch Thiruveer and Aishwarya Rajesh’s romantic comedy Aishwarya Rajesh‘s romantic comedy ‘Oh Sukumari’ is gearing up for its digital release. The movie attracted attention because of its unique storyline and lead cast, but it did not manage to leave a strong mark at the box office when…
The latest reserve build-up comes after a sharp turnaround in foreign-currency inflows following the RBI’s measures announced in June. India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by a record $44.903 billion in the week ended September 4, taking the country’s forex kitty to a fresh lifetime high of $785.706 billion, according to data released by the Reserve…
