NEW DELHI: In one of the most stringent examination-security exercises undertaken in recent years, all experts involved in setting, moderating and translating the NEET-UG 2026 retest question paper have been moved to a secure, undisclosed location and placed under strict isolation protocols, with authorities virtually eliminating external communication in the final stages of paper preparation.The…
A 22-year-old Penn State student was shot dead in Philadelphia after trying to stop robbers who had stolen his mobile phone, leaving family, friends and neighbours devastated by a senseless act of violence.Billy Schmidt was killed in the early hours of Saturday morning, just steps away from his family home in south Philadelphia. Surveillance footage…
The way you feel inside affects how you think, feel, and deal with things. When parents are feeling overwhelmed or really stressed out, even little problems can seem like a big deal. On the other hand, when you make taking care of your mental health a priority, you are more patient, you can focus better,…
NEW DELHI: A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Bhutan late on Sunday night, triggering multiple aftershocks and sending tremors across parts of Northeast India, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake occurred at 11.06pm IST at a depth of 26km, with its epicentre located in Bhutan.The epicentre was about 252km from parts of…
Philadelphia police have announced a reward of $20,000 for information leading to an arrest in the killing of Anshul Kuncha, a 28-year-old Indian man from Telangana who was shot dead while delivering a pizza to a vacant property in North Philadelphia.Kuncha was killed shortly after 12.30 am on Friday after responding to a fake delivery…
India and the US organised the 29th edition of army-to-army staff talks in Hawaii, discussing ways to deepen bilateral defence cooperation and strengthen the strategic partnership.The talks were co-chaired by Lt General Rajiv Ghai, deputy chief of the army staff (strategy), and Lt General Joel Vowell, deputy commanding general of US Army Pacific.Sharing details of…
NEW DELHI: Aiming to give a push to indigenous weapons for MiG-29K and MiG-29KUB carrier-based fighter jets, Navy has invited domestic companies to design and manufacture 80-mm aero rockets for its aircraft carrier-launched fighter fleet.Dated May 26, the Expression of Intent (EoI) issued by Naval Armament Inspectorate (NAI) in Goa marks another step in Navy’s…
Rice water isn’t a magic potion for hair growth, despite what some social media videos might suggest. The science does support some benefits. Research indicates that compounds found in rice water, particularly inositol, may help reduce friction, improve hair elasticity and minimize breakage. That can make hair appear healthier, shinier and potentially longer over time….
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for June 8, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting 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…
NEW DELHI: From a light battle tank to high-energy laser systems, PM Narendra Modi had a close look at India’s futuristic weapons and defence systems when he visited the Armed Systems Complex of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in Surat on Friday. Among various armoured vehicles, what drew his special attention was ‘Zorawar’, India’s first indigenous,…