Why you can’t smile in your passport photo usually hits you at the worst moment. You are already sitting in that stiff chair, lights in your face, and someone suddenly says, “No smile.” It feels odd. Almost rude. Smiling is how people look normal. Friendly. Like themselves.But a passport photo is not meant to show…
In an emotional moment at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, ‘Boong’ director Lakshmipriya Devi used her acceptance speech to call for peace in Manipur after her film won Best Children’s & Family Film.The 2024 Manipuri coming-of-age drama hit a milestone for Indian cinema, triumphing over nominees like ‘Arco’ and Hollywood blockbusters…
The Indian space program has kick-started its launch plans for 2026 with the launch of PSLV-C62, a crucial move that will involve coupling commercial satellite launchers with a high-end earth observation system.According to the latest reports available, ISRO has confirmed that there had been a technical anomaly on board the third stage of the mission…
PM Narendra Modi attends Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi. In a special prayer for the PM, Rt Rev Dr Paul Swarup, bishop of Delhi, sought a ‘double portion’ of the lord’s ‘wisdom, understanding, discernment that he would lead this nation in the paths of truth, justice, and righteousness’….
A new hypothesis from Columbia University astrophysicist David Kipping suggests humanity’s first sign of alien life won’t be a greeting For most people, the idea of alien contact has been shaped less by astronomy than by cinema. Films have taught us to expect intention: visitors who arrive either with open hands, as in E.T., or…
India and the United States have moved a step closer to sealing an interim trade agreement. This will also impact the automotive sector. Under the proposed pact, India will allow zero-duty access for large American motorcycles. This move will particularly benefit Harley-Davidson, while also offering tariff concessions on select high-end US cars.According to government officials,…
Anonymous philanthropist donates AED35 million to ‘Edge of Life’ campaign fighting childhood hunger/Representative Image An anonymous philanthropist has contributed AED35 million to the ‘Edge of Life’ campaign, a Ramadan initiative launched to help rescue five million children from hunger. The campaign aims to raise at least AED1 billion to fund sustainable programmes addressing childhood malnutrition…
The Worm Moon is one of those quiet wonders of early spring. It rises around March, just when the nights are still long but the days are hinting at warmth. The name comes from earthworms, which start appearing as the ground thaws. It’s the third full Moon of 2026, set to rise on 3 March….
NEW DELHI: Security agencies in Meghalaya on Sunday rejected claims by the Bangladesh Police that the killers of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi had entered the state. They termed the allegations as unfounded and misleading.“There is no evidence to suggest that any individual crossed the international border from the Haluaghat sector into Meghalaya. The BSF…
Read today’s horoscope, February 23, 2026. Today we’ll be taking a closer look at what the stars have in store for each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the day…