A Russian strike on an energy facility in the town of Slavutych, Kyiv Oblast, caused a several-hour blackout at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant on Oct. 1, the Energy Ministry reported. Slavutych, located in northern Ukraine, was built to house personnel evacuated from the plant after the 1986 disaster.The energy ministry reported an “emergency situation”…
Leon Mendonca (Photo: Tata Steel Chess Tournament) NEW DELHI: Earlier this year, 19-year-old Grandmaster Leon Luke Mendonca arrived at Wijk aan Zee full of hope, only to be crushed by exhaustion as his eagerly awaited Tata Steel Masters debut became a grueling test of endurance.Entering the fray as last year’s Challengers champion, Mendonca had hoped…
Aging is a natural process, but there are certain lifestyle habits that can reduce its effects and promote overall well-being. In Japan, which leads the world in longevity, daily habits combine nutrition, exercise, skin care, and mental harmony to promote vitality. Scientific studies suggest that these habits are more than cultural heritage; they provide concrete,…
Andy Pycroft (second from the left) Andy Pycroft, the match referee at the centre of last month’s Asia Cup handshake controversy, received a rousing welcome on Thursday as he took charge of the India vs West Indies 1st Test at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Introduced by presenter Ravi Shastri, Pycroft was greeted warmly. “Back…
Embrace everything that life has to offer! Tomorrow’s horoscope unfolds the agenda set forth by the universe for each sign of the zodiac. Whether its relationship matters, job changes, or simply the reflection and realization moments, let celestial guidance take the lead. Be mindful; trust your instinct, and walk through the day confidently. Aries (Mar…
The Israeli navy intercepted several boats from a flotilla trying to bring humanitarian goods to the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, detaining activists on board—including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, the Israeli Foreign Ministry confirmed.The flotilla is the latest sea-borne attempt to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, much of which has been turned into a wasteland…
Abhishek Sharma, mentor Yuvraj Singh set the floor on fire (Screengrabs) Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma and his mentor Yuvraj Singh showcased their dancing skills at sister Komal Sharma’s pre-wedding function in Ludhiana. The celebration featured Sharma dancing to Bhangra tunes alongside singer Ranjit Bawa, with former cricketer Yuvraj Singh attending the festivities.The pre-wedding ceremony precedes…
Sonam Wangchuk (right) and his wife Gitanjali J Angmo NEW DELHI: Gitanjali Angmo, wife of education reformer and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Wednesday in a representation to the President of India Droupadi Murmu sought her intervention and requested for “unconditional release” of Wangchuk, who she said is a “person who can never be a…
Putin Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin (File photo) NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely to visit India in the first week of Dec for the 23rd India-Russia annual summit.Diplomatic sources said the two sides are considering Dec 5-6 as dates for the visit. Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov will travel to India…
The organ that breaks down medicines, removes toxins and stores important nutrients, often suffers silently. Liver disease often develops quietly, and in early stages, doesn’t always show obvious warning signs. Instead, the symptoms may appear like everyday changes and are easily brushed off. Signs like dark neck or clubbed fingers might look normal, but inside,…
