Meagre stock has also pushed up sugar prices—earlier this week. MUMBAI: Ahead of the festival of Raksha Bandhan, when demand for sugar tends to surge in Indian kitchens, consumers are in a bind. Major online grocery platforms and offline retail chains are limiting the number of sugar packs customers can buy, to manage supplies of…
NBEMS will conduct an additional FMGE by October-end 2026, giving eligible foreign medical graduates an earlier chance to clear the screening test. The decision follows eight days of protests over the June FMGE results, with candidates seeking reduced qualifying marks and greater transparency. NBEMS has retained the existing qualifying standard and announced no compensation for…
When the power goes out, the inverter quickly becomes one of the most useful things in a home. But the same device that keeps lights and appliances running can become a safety concern if the space around it is poorly managed. Items that seem harmless, such as cardboard boxes, clothes, or cleaning products, can add…
On August 28, 2026, Raksha Bandhan highlights the bond between siblings. Sisters are encouraged to meticulously arrange their puja thali prior to the morning ritual. Essential components include Rakhi, roli, akshat, a diya, and sweets, along with flowers and water to invoke purity and blessings. A thoughtfully adorned thali not only fulfills ritualistic requirements but…
Sohum Shah, who shot to fame with the 2018 cult hit ‘Tumbbad’, is now back on set for its much-awaited sequel, ‘Tumbbad 2 – Pralay Aayega.’ This time around, the film promises a far grander canvas, with Alia Bhatt and Nawazuddin Siddiqui joining the cast in pivotal roles. Amid the shoot, Sohum shared photos taken…
India vs Germany Live Score, Hockey World Cup 2026: India may have missed out on a place in the Women’s Hockey World Cup semifinals, but their campaign has already offered plenty of reasons for optimism. Their final assignment is against Germany in the fifth-sixth place classification match at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, where…
On the import side, there is some pressure due to higher prices of oil and fertiliser. (File photo) NEW DELHI: India’s goods exports hit the $200-billion mark during the financial year up to Aug 21 on the back of a sustained over 15% rise in shipments from the country, raising expectations within govt that this…
TN NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result out The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee has released the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result for MBBS and BDS admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. A total of 9,437 seats have been allotted under the government and management…
Train ‘mahila sangeet’ goes viral after railway staff asks women to stop singing A train journey became the setting for an unexpected celebration when a group of women was seen taking part in a ‘mahila sangeet’ inside a coach. The video has since caught attention online, not just for the singing, but for the conversation…
Financial worries can quickly throw the mind into disarray. One bill, one late payment, one school fee, one medical expense, one uncertain salary. The heart can beat faster. The mind may continue to count, fear, plan, even on what seems like an ordinary day.Bible Verse of the Day August 27, 2026, finds comfort in Matthew…
