Global markets were rattled after US President Donald Trump’s announcement of naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The immediate fallout was visible in Asian trading, where stocks in Japan and South Korea opened lower as investors reacted to the escalation. At the same time, crude oil prices surged sharply, with Brent and WTI jumping…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is proving unstoppable. When he is in full flow, no bowling attack can prevent him from going all guns blazing – and that was evident on Monday night. After a power-packed performance by Rajasthan Royals bowlers restricted Chennai Super Kings to a modest…
Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) U-19 World Cup sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who first made headlines at 14, is now turning his focus to the Indian Premier League, aiming to deliver a title-winning season for Rajasthan Royals.Sooryavanshi left fans in awe during IPL 2025 as the youngest centurion in the tournament, and earlier this year,…
OUAT 2026 registration begins for UG admission The Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) has started the OUAT 2026 registration process for undergraduate (UG) admissions. Eligible candidates can now fill out the application form through the official website ouat-lokaseba-odisha.in.As per the official schedule, candidates can submit the OUAT 2026 application form till May 11,…
A former soldier and part-time metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, discovered a nearly 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring near Ilminster, Somerset. The unique ring, weighing 48 grams and featuring an engraved image of Victoria, was acquired by the South West Heritage Trust for £78,010. Minto received over £19,500 from the sale, with the ring now set for…
Akash Singh made an instant impact in his first match of the IPL 2026 season with a strong spell in the powerplay against Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow on Friday.The left-arm pacer removed openers Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sanju Samson early to put CSK under pressure. He later dismissed Urvil Patel to complete a three-wicket spell.Akash…
A farmer in Andhra Pradesh has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully cultivating apples in the hot and dry climate of Anantapur. Utilizing a heat-resistant Israeli variety, Ramana Reddy’s venture has yielded a commercially viable crop, fetching higher prices than traditional Himalayan apples due to off-season availability. The government is now exploring the scalability of…
Akshaya Tritiya is a major Hindu festival, which is celebrated across the country with immense happiness. This day is seen to be the most favorable day for purchasing and starting new ventures. Akshaya Tritiya is also known as Akha Teej. People commemorate this day with great joy and happiness. Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated on Tritiya…
Five teams are in the fray to grab the final IPL 2026 playoff spot (AI generated image) With three playoff spots already locked in by RCB, GT and SRH, the battle for the last remaining berth has narrowed to five teams. Rajasthan Royals are best placed, Punjab Kings still control much of their own destiny,…
Life isn’t so kind for everyone. Some face the harshest realities far too early. Vikram Chhetri, a teenager from Assam could not grow up resting his head on his mom’s lap. The child lost his mother when he was just 2, and years later, at the age of 11, the boy lost his father too….