NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the iconic Afsluitdijk dam in the Netherlands during his official trip has drawn attention to a lesser-discussed but strategically important issue for India: long-term water management and climate resilience.Accompanied by Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten, PM Modi visited the massive barrier dam that has protected the Netherlands…
Ancient stone walls, built for power and security, vary dramatically in scale. While most served as city or military fortifications, the Great Wall of China dwarfs all others, stretching over 21,000 km. As we consider the monuments of the past which have become landmarks within our scenery, few pictures come more vividly to mind than…
Mexico’s Taam Ja’ Blue Hole has been identified as the world’s deepest, plunging to an astonishing 420 meters. This remarkable natural filter, located in Chetumal Bay, presents unique research opportunities. Should you chance to take a glance at the Chetumal Bay area from above in Mexico, then you will only be able to notice one…
As ‘Jannat’ completes 18 years, memories surrounding the cult romantic drama remain fresh among fans. Starring Emraan Hashmi and Sonal Chauhan, the 2008 film emerged as one of the most loved romantic thrillers of its time, earning immense popularity for its music, emotional storyline and Emraan’s charismatic performance. Directed by Kunal Deshmukh and backed by…
NEW DELHI: At a press briefing in The Netherlands, Ministry of external affairs secretary (West), Sibi George, strongly rejected concerns about the minority rights and press freedom in India. Responding to question, George defended India’s democratic and social framework, saying the country’s strength lies in its diversity, religious coexistence and democratic freedoms.Addressing foreign journalists and…
Indian men’s doubles pair Satwik-Chirag (Image: ANI) India’s top men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty ended their impressive Thailand Open 2026 campaign as runners-up after losing to Indonesia’s Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin in the final at Bangkok’s Nimibutr Stadium on Sunday.The Indian duo went down 21-12, 25-23 in a fast-paced…
Professional failures offer crucial lessons, but simply enduring them is insufficient. Ray Dalio’s “Pain + Reflection = Progress” emphasizes systematic reflection over heroic effort. Image Credits: Wikipedia Most of us respond to our professional failures similarly to how we would react to a harsh weather front. We take cover, weather through the storm, and hope…
Scientists have identified the Yarrabubba impact crater in Western Australia as the Earth’s oldest, dating back 2.229 billion years. Were you to visit the Yarrabubba station in the remote regions of Western Australia, you would not notice a huge open wound in the ground. The area does not feature dramatic rock formations like those that…
The newly released crime drama ‘Kartavya’, starring Saif Ali Khan, has largely been well received on social media, but not everyone in the cast has escaped scrutiny. Journalist-turned-actor Saurabh Dwivedi has found himself at the receiving end of harsh criticism online, with viewers on X picking apart his performance in blunt and often brutal terms….
Rajat Patidar (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru entered their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala without regular captain Rajat Patidar. In Patidar’s absence, wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma led the side.RCB are the defending IPL champions, having defeated Punjab Kings in the 2025 final to lift…