Around three billion years ago, long before animals, forests, or even complex life existed, a large asteroid struck a young Earth. The collision happened at a time when the planet looked very different from today, with early continents still taking shape and geological processes operating in conditions that remain difficult to reconstruct. Much of the…
Actor Naveen Polishetty has once again proved that no one promotes a film quite like him. Even before his upcoming project officially goes on floors, the actor has managed to grab attention across social media with a fun and creative promotional reel. Known for his witty humour and unconventional marketing ideas, Naveen Polishetty used the…
The dream of humans living on Mars has existed for decades, and in recent years it has moved closer to serious scientific and engineering conversation than ever before. But a new study published in APS Open Science by Slava Turyshev of NASA‘s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a firm reminder that dreaming about the Red Planet…
The FIFA World Cup trophy (AP Photo) As the group stage of the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its final stretch, attention is turning to one of the tournament’s most intriguing qualification battles — the race among third-placed teams for a spot in the Round of 32.For the first time in World Cup history,…
Dubai brings back 4-day work week Thousands of Dubai government employees will enjoy more flexibility at work this summer, with some eligible for a three-day weekend under the emirate’s renewed “Our Flexible Summer” initiative starting June 29.The programme, launched by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR), will run until September 10 and introduces reduced…
Subscribers will be able to withdraw their provident fund, and even transfer it directly to their bank accounts with the help of a UPI payment gateway. (AI image) Provident Fund withdrawals via ATMs, UPI, WhatsApp support, higher automatic settlement limits and more – the Employees Provident Fund Organisation has rolled out several steps aimed at…
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa (13) celebrates after the World Cup Group A football match between Czechia and Mexico in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 24, 2026. (AP Photo) Guillermo Ochoa has entered an exclusive list in FIFA World Cup history, becoming only the third player after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to be named in six…
For celebrated Lavani performer, actress, and stage artist Megha Ghadge, the upcoming film, ‘Eetha’, based on legendary Tamasha queen Vithabai Narayangaonkar is much more than just another biopic. It is a deeply personal journey that brings back memories of admiration, struggle, and inspiration. Megha who is known for her immense contribution to Lavani is also…
Investors planning their trades for the week should take note that the stock market will remain closed on Friday, June 26, on account of Muharram. Trading on the equities segment takes place on all days of the week, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays declared by the Exchange in advance. As a result, the stock market…
India vs Ireland live streaming (Image: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi/X) India’s white-ball tour of Ireland gets underway tomorrow on Friday, June 26, with two-match T20I series at the Civil Service Cricket Club (Stormont) in Belfast. The contest marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Indian side, with Shreyas Iyer set to lead the team in…