The wedding ring is one of the most recognisable symbols in many cultures and, it is often worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. The tradition feels so natural today that it can seem like it has always been this way. In fact, the custom has a long and layered history shaped by…
Sachin Tendulkar (Screengrabs) Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was among the star attractions at Wimbledon on Friday as he attended the men’s singles semifinals at the All England Club. During the live broadcast, the former India batter was seen enjoying the action on the court, with one commentator describing him as “perhaps the greatest batsman of…
Rescue operations in Tung Wali Behak, Kashmir. Dec 2017 Jan 2018 When Hemant Sachdev fell into a crevasse on Mount Everest, he didn’t just escape with his life — he came back with a missionThe Khumbu Icefall on Mount Everest is one of the most treacherous stretches of terrain on the planet. In May 2013,…
Indian-origin Dr Sanjeev Kumar jailed for 20 years for medical malpractice in Tennessee. Indian-origin gynecologist Sanjeev Kumar has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after he was found guilty of adulterating medical devices and committing health fraud. US Attorney D Michael Dunavant said no punishment is enough for what Dr Kumar, the Tennessee physician,…
MUMBAI: Auto financiers are pushing for innovation in lending, with a shift towards embedded finance and partnerships instead of generic EMI products, even as global markets adopt integrated digital credit at the point of sale.Speaking at the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) 5th Finance and Insurance Summit 2026 in Mumbai Rajan Pental, executive director…
An aerial view of the San Andreas Fault crossing the Carrizo Plain in California (Getty images) Scientists have discovered hidden movements beneath California’s San Andreas Fault with the help of artificial intelligence, revealing a type of slow fault slip that had largely gone unnoticed till now. The researchers say these silent movements may play a…
Rajpal Yadav has been sentenced to three months imprisonment by the Delhi High Court in Rs 9 crore debt case. In 2012, Yadav had taken a loan from businessman Madhav Gopal Agrawal of Murli Projects Pvt Ltd and over the years, the debt amount has now gone to Rs 9 crore. The actor has not…
Jupiter Combust 2026, or Guru Asta 2026, begins on July 15, 2026, when Jupiter gets too close to the Sun, and its power is obscured. In Vedic astrology, Jupiter is the planet of wisdom, blessings, teachers, marriage, children, wealth, faith and good judgment. There is less guidance when Jupiter is in combustion. Decisions can become…
Assam ITI round 4 seat allotment result 2026 The Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training (DECT), Assam has released the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Round 4 seat allotment result 2026 on the official counselling website, itiassam.admissions.nic.in. Candidates who participated in the counselling process can now check and download their allotment result by logging in with…
The Dalai Lama shared meditation techniques for a busy mind. He suggests observing the mind separate from sensory input and thoughts. Reflecting on others’ kindness helps settle the mind effectively. Practicing meditation in the morning builds a deeper connection to awareness. Consistency in practice is more important than perfection over time. Most of us know…