The first impression is usually confusion rather than awe. From a distance, the slopes look painted in bands that do not belong to ordinary rock formations, rust red beside ochre, pale green crossing into lavender-grey, streaks of yellow breaking through darker sediment. The colours appear too deliberate, almost artificial, especially against the thin mountain air…
Virat Kohli in new RCB jersey Few franchises in the Indian Premier League have built a brand as powerful and enduring as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). At the heart of that rise stands Virat Kohli, whose association with the team since 2008 has defined its identity.Kohli’s loyalty to the franchise, having never represented another IPL…
Quote of the day Leo Tolstoy (Image: Wikipedia) Love and grief have always been closely related in human life. Those who love deeply will often feel more deeply when faced with loss, heartbreak, separation or disappointment. Russian writer and philosopher Leo Tolstoy explored this emotional truth in one of his most moving quotes: “Only people…
A 187-foot-tall dipterocarp tree For decades, scientists believed that the tallest trees faced one of nature’s toughest challenges: Getting water from their roots to leaves hundreds of feet above the ground. Now, a study of towering trees in Southeast Asia suggests some of the world’s tallest flowering plants have evolved specialised systems to overcome that…
Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer (ANI Photo) Shreyas Iyer added a unique milestone to his captaincy career before a ball was bowled in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare on Thursday. The India skipper won the toss and elected to field first, registering his eighth consecutive toss win as captain in T20 Internationals and moving…
The Aditya Dhar directorial ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ continues to rewrite history at the global box office. As it enters its fifth week, the high-octane spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh has breached monumental domestic records. After a month of unprecedented dominance, the film is now eyeing the lifetime collections of the Allu Arjun starrer ‘Pushpa…
Aries This week, you may feel as though you are moving faster than the environment around you, and that mismatch could become frustrating. Career progress remains active, but impatience may negatively affect important conversations if not handled carefully. You may also begin feeling mentally disconnected from repetitive or routine work. Avoid reacting impulsively simply because…
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned the selectors’ decision to drop Suryakumar Yadav from India’s T20I setup, calling it a “landmark” and “ruthless” call and suggesting that the World Cup-winning captain deserved more time to prove himself.The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced India’s T20I squads for the tours…
Sarp Dosha is one of the important planetary conditions in Vedic astrology that is believed to affect different aspects of a person’s life especially marriage and relationships. Many astrologers often associate the dosha with karmic imbalances, ancestral issues and emotional struggles that can create obstructions to find or maintain a harmonious relationship. Sarp Dosha is…
Professional golfer Aaron Rai’s career-defining moment wasn’t a win, but meeting Gaurika Bishnoi at the 2018 Hero Indian Open. Their shared passion for golf and mutual understanding have forged a strong partnership, with Rai crediting Bishnoi for his personal and professional growth. The couple now practices together, highlighting their supportive and competitive dynamic. For most…