NEW DELHI: The Karnataka Assembly on Tuesday passed a bill to rename Bengaluru City University as Dr Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University, in honour of the former Prime Minister who passed away earlier this year.The Congress-majority assembly’s decision came months after Manmohan Singh’s passing.In June 2006, during his tenure as Prime Minister, Singh laid the…
According to Harvard experts, while medications like statins remain highly effective in lowering LDL and reducing plaque risk, lifestyle is just as critical. A few evidence-backed approaches include: Mediterranean diet: Rich in olive oil, nuts, vegetables, fish, and whole grains, it reduces heart disease risk by up to 30%. Exercise: Aerobic workouts improve blood flow,…
Foreign Institutional Investors bought equities worth ₹550.85 crore on August 18, 2025, according to exchange data. File | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee appreciated 40 paise to close at 86.99 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday (August 19, 2025), supported by optimism over GST restructuring and positive domestic equity markets. Forex traders said rupee…
NEW DELHI: Mumbai reeled under heavy rains and flooding for past few days, with visuals of submerged streets and stranded citizens showing the scale of disruption.At least six people have died and hundreds have been displaced across Maharashtra, while authorities warn that the next two days will be critical for several districts.The rain and waterlogging…
There’s something about seeing a concept car under the spotlights that no slide deck or PDF can ever capture. At Mahindra’s big reveal in Mumbai, the air was thick with expectation — not only because the company had promised “a new era of SUVs,” but because this was the first time we were going to…
Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal (X) The squad for the Asia Cup was announced by captain Suryakumar Yadav and Chairman of the Senior Men’s Selection Committee, Ajit Agarkar. The announcement came with a few surprises, as some big names were left out of the squad:1. Shreyas Iyer, who last played a T20I for India against…
The most famous Bulgarian mystic, Baba Vanga, also known as the “Nostradamus of the Balkans,” has long captivated people all over the world with her shocking predictions. She was born on October 3, 1911 and claimed to be clairvoyant shortly after she lost her sight at the early age of twelve. Baba Vanga’s predictions, especially…
Fly Baghdad launches new direct flights to Salalah/Image: Wikipedia Fly Baghdad’s inaugural flight to Salalah Airport marks a new chapter in air connectivity between Oman and Iraq. This milestone enhances travel options, promotes tourism, and strengthens bilateral relations, positioning Salalah as a growing regional hub for visitors year-round.TL;DR: Fly Baghdad launches its first flight to…
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam and current ODI skipper Mohammad Rizwan have been demoted to Category ‘B’ in the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) latest list of central contracts, released on Tuesday. For the 2025–26 cycle, the PCB has not placed any player in the top Category ‘A’, instead distributing 30 cricketers across Categories…
Kidney stone disease (KSD) is one of the most common urological conditions worldwide, and its prevalence is steadily rising. Traditionally considered more common in men, a study published by the National Library of Medicine shows that women, particularly adolescents and younger adults, are also significantly affected. Beyond the incidence, research indicates that the way kidney…
