African proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) This African proverb sounds almost too simple at first. “Tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.” Nothing dramatic. Nothing mysterious. Just a straight line between action and outcome. But the more you sit with it, the more it starts to feel heavier…
An army officer operates a drone in the Ladakh region. (Image credit: Indian Army) Drones are changing how militaries operate. While this transformation has been most visible in the offensive use of drones, it is now extending to logistics as well. The Indian Army is looking to use logistics drones to resupply high-altitude posts. Some…
The European Union also separately endorsed the ruling, prompting an angry response from Beijing. (File photo) China on Sunday summoned Japan’s envoy in Beijing and lodged a formal protest after Tokyo joined 13 other countries in reaffirming a landmark international ruling that rejected Beijing’s sweeping claims over the South China Sea. Accusing Japan of interfering…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for June 2, 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…
Trump says strait open for all but Iran US president Donald Trump on Tuesday said the United States would not proceed with its proposed 20 per cent toll on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz. He announced that instead that Middle Eastern countries would enter into trade and investment agreements with the United States.“Based on…
The government has imposed restrictions on silver imports, according to an official order issued on Saturday, as authorities continue efforts to regulate bullion inflows and reduce pressure on the country’s external sector.The latest move comes amid a series of measures announced by the government in recent days to tighten monitoring and control over imports of…
Stephen Colbert (File photo) TOI correspondent from Washington: American late-night television, that unique, risque institution where presidents are mocked, celebrities flattered and the audience applauds on cue, is preparing for a funeral. After 33 years, CBS is pulling the plug on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, with its eponymous host taking his final bow…
India, Netherlands set up joint working group on clean energy (Image credit: ANI) NEW DELHI: India and the Netherlands have set up a joint working group to accelerate New Delhi’s clean energy expansion through shared technology, expertise and finance, new and renewable energy minister Pralhad Joshi said in a social media post.The minister said the…
A teenage influencer styling herself as a “socialist socialite” has sparked debate online, blending left-wing politics with a taste for high-end fashion in New York City.18-year-old Ella Devi is a Sri Lankan-American content creator who has gained attention for backing NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani while showcasing a wardrobe filled with luxury vintage pieces. She first…
The UAE Cabinet has approved a resolution setting 15 as the minimum age for children to access and use social media platforms, becoming the first Arab country to introduce such a measure, news agency Reuters reported.Under the new regulations, children below 15 years of age will not be allowed to create or operate personal social…