Ancient Bristlecone Pines in the Great Basin mountains exhibit remarkable longevity, surviving millennia in harsh conditions. These trees, immune to cellular ageing, possess dense, resinous wood and conserve energy through a unique strip-bark design and long-lasting needles. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons To be able to withstand the rigours of altitude and aridity in the mountains…
Despite a blistering 63 off 21 balls from Nicholas Pooran and a strong partnership, Lucknow Super Giants suffered their sixth consecutive defeat. Their inability to close out games, even after posting a massive 228, has left them virtually out of the IPL 2026 playoff race. With five must-win games remaining, a miraculous recovery is needed….
Photographer (L-R): Krishna Pal, Rajesh, Mohit Sharma NEW DELHI: The Times Internet Half Marathon brought together emerging talent, with the under-29 10-kilometer category showcasing speed, ambition, and promising athletic journeys.Securing the top position was Krishna Pal, 28, who clocked an impressive chip time of 34:00. Having started his running journey in 2019, Pal shared that…
Punjab Kings Head Coach Ricky Ponting outlined the key elements (Image: IANS) Ricky Ponting, head coach of Punjab Kings, has shed light on the philosophy behind the team’s impressive run in IPL 2026, emphasizing trust, clarity, and a strong team environment as key pillars of success. Punjab Kings continued their dominant start to the season…
NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday cautioned against panic buying of fuel, warning that petrol pumps could be shut for a few days if people continue to crowd fuel stations based on rumours.Responding to reports of long queues at fuel outlets, Abdullah said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel…
The United Nations Security Council is now expected to vote next week on a Bahrain‑sponsored resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz, diplomats said Friday. The meeting was initially set for Friday, then shifted to Saturday, and has now been postponed again with no new date announced, underscoring the…
IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, labelled ‘Singham’ Kolkata: Falta in South 24 Parganas woke up on the polling day with apprehensions of a major face-off. One man moved relentlessly across the constituency, while the other stayed stationed in a single room, monitoring every activity from a distance. The much-hyped ‘Singham vs Pushpa’ confrontation, built over…
NEW DELHI: As part of efforts to intensify Modi govt’s ‘Act East Policy’, Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has held a meeting with Myanmar Navy’s commander-in-chief Admiral Htein Win in Naypyitaw and discussed growing bilateral ties and enhancing maritime security in the Bay of Bengal region.Their meeting also focused on advancing naval engagements between…
Veteran actor Mumtaz has once again addressed the controversy surrounding her remarks on Sanjeev Kumar, maintaining her stance that while he was a brilliant performer, she wouldn’t classify him as a “big star.” For those not in the know, the actress had once said that she doesn’t consider Sanjeev Kumar a huge star. When further…
Milind Soman shared that his stint in the South Indian film scene, especially with his Tamil web series ‘Kaattaan’, felt refreshingly laid-back. He appreciated how the production moved smoothly and swiftly, thanks to the solid teamwork. Conversely, he pointed out the often unpredictable nature of Hindi cinema, where the pace can fluctuate based on the…