They missed IIT in 1984 and joined a new college; 40 years later, they redefined success. (Photo: X post) In 1984, they saw themselves as failures.They had tried to secure admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology and Regional Engineering Colleges, now known as many of the National Institutes of Technology. They did not make…
Rishabh Pant (BCCI Photo) Rishabh Pant added another milestone to his growing list of Test records as the India wicketkeeper-batter surpassed Australia legend Adam Gilchrist to become the third-highest six-hitter in Test cricket during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday.Pant’s aggressive approach once again came to the fore as he smashed…
The stars are aligned favorably today, promoting careful planning and tangible upgrades. If at first you don’t succeed, don’t hesitate to try again—your efforts will be rewarded. Take the time to evaluate your professional development, travel plans, or any legal issues you might face. Ensure that all your presentations and important documents exude precision and…
Dehradun: Women shop for �rakhis� ahead of the �Raksha Bandhan� festival, in Dehradun. (PTI Photo)(PTI08_23_2026_000210B) The final week of August and the first half of September are set to bring a string of festival-linked holidays for school students across several parts of India. With Eid-e-Milad, Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Onam, and Ganesh Chaturthi falling during this…
When the Sun, or Surya, is weak or troubled in a chart, people usually don’t complain in astrological language. They talk about life. Confidence slips. You second-guess yourself in meetings. Authority figures feel difficult to handle. Recognition comes late, or not at all. Sometimes, there’s strain with your father, seniors, teachers, or anyone who represents…
You can want the full ritual and still not be able to do it. That is the starting point for many Hindu families in the US and UK. Not indifference. Not lack of faith. Just real life.A proper yagya, also written yajna, is a Vedic fire ritual with trained chanting, offerings into a consecrated fire,…
Lancashire wicketkeeper-batter Joe Moores was dismissed in an unusual manner during their County Championship match against Northamptonshire, becoming only the 43rd batter in first-class cricket history to be given out for obstructing the field, Wisden reported.Moores had scored two runs in Lancashire’s second innings when the incident occurred in the 33rd over.Northamptonshire pacer Luke Procter…
Today’s cosmic energies push us to channel our focus into our careers. With Venus shining in Chitra Nakshatra, this is an opportune time to elevate your work presentations and professional interactions. Pay close attention to details, even in routine tasks, as meticulousness can catch the eye of your superiors. Pinpoint areas where you can develop…
A Rakhi bought from a market can be beautiful. But a Rakhi you make yourself carries something money cannot really buy: your intention for the person wearing it.That is the idea behind making a Vedic-inspired Rakhi this year.Raksha Bandhan falls on August 28, 2026, and the planetary alignment makes family, protection, and roots particularly important….
University pays students to play video games: How Roehampton’s esports scholarship is rewriting the rules of student funding What if there could be a scholarship for playing games? Ta-da! Wish granted. The University of Roehampton in the UK is offering esports scholarships to students who can demonstrate excellence in competitive gaming while keeping their academic…