At 4:30 a.m., somewhere between Sri Lanka and India, the sea was pitch-black.The only thing visible ahead was a blinking light in the distance.Around them was nothing except dark water and silence.Every few strokes, something brushed past their bodies in the water. At one point, flying fish began colliding with them in the dark. They…
Turn off that alarm. You do not need it. At Isai Karai, you are woken by chatty birds, a bright stream of sunlight, and the excitement about what is going to be served for breakfast. The new property by CGH Earth Saha, about 10 kilometres from central Mamallapuram, is tucked away in the midst of…
Mother’s Day 2026 feels emotionally different astrologically. A major reason is Rahu and Ketu continuing in their own nakshatras. Whenever this happens, people become more emotionally reflective without fully understanding why. Old memories return easily. Family emotions become stronger. Even people who normally stay practical may suddenly feel the need to reconnect with their mother…
State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) have bled an estimated ₹30,000 crore in losses since mid-March as they kept fuel and LPG supplies flowing without raising retail prices despite facing an energy disruption that is bigger than all previous crises combined. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited…
Kohlapuri mutton is a rich and flavour-packed Maharashtrian curry known for its bold spices, smoky aroma, and slow-cooked tenderness. This traditional dish combines succulent pieces of mutton with a deeply roasted masala made from coconut, whole spices, and dried chillies, creating a gravy that feels both comforting and intensely satisfying. The beauty of this recipe…
The Universe keeps throwing up surprises, and black holes are right at the centre of it. The biggest ones detected so far do not seem to fit the usual story of how stars die. A new study reportedly suggests that these extreme objects might not form in a single collapse at all. Instead, they could…
Kalashtami is one of the most prominent days in Hindu religion. The day is purely devoted to Lord Kaal Bhairav, the most fiercest manifestation of Lord Shiva. On this auspicious day, devotees observe fast from dawn to dusk and worship Kaal Bhairav with pure intentions. Devotees perform various religious and spiritual activities on this specific…
National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai, India. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Equity markets declined in early trade on Friday (May 8, 2026) as escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and rising oil prices weighed heavily on investor sentiment. Foreign fund outflows and a weak trend in global markets further dented investor sentiment. The 30-share…
NEW DELHI: More than a year after the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI allegedly plotted attacks on a historic temple in Delhi, a popular dhaba on the Delhi-Sonipat highway and a military camp in Haryana through operatives linked to the Shahzad Bhatti module, sources said on Friday.The alleged conspiracy surfaced during the interrogation…
India is home to a diverse range of birds found across the country. While some soar high in the sky, others dot the waterbodies. Wetlands and woodlands fill with excitement each year as birds fly in from distant lands during the summer. These feathered travelers chase better weather, plenty of food, and safe spots to…
