France, Argentina and Norway book their spots The FIFA World Cup 2026 is inching closer to its Round of 32 knockout stage, and as the tournament progresses, the list of qualified teams continues to expand. Fifteen days into the competition, 12 teams have already secured their places in the knockout rounds.Let’s have a look at…
Bengal to go through 9.5 days of dry spell KOLKATA: Bengal will have to go through an unprecedented unbroken spell of dry days — nine-and-a-half days over the next fortnight from Monday — because of the upcoming elections.The orders, which came from the respective district authorities, shocked both the hospitality industry and those who like…
The latest capacity expansion also comes at a time when additions to global refining capacity remain limited. (AI image) India’s petroleum product exports could increase by around 25% from the FY25 level of $44.4 billion. India is one of the world’s leading exporters of refined petroleum products. The increase is expected to come over the…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo) Portugal could face a major commercial and visibility crisis once Cristiano Ronaldo brings down the curtain on his international career, with a leading marketing expert warning that the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) risks losing millions in revenue and global attention if it fails to prepare for life after its greatest-ever…
The ministry of home affairs (MHA) has warned citizens against a surge in online investment scams, saying cybercriminals are increasingly using messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram to lure victims with promises of quick, high and guaranteed returns.The advisory, issued by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), urges investors to stay vigilant and…
One would imagine that working at one of the biggest tech companies in Silicon Valley would come with loads of perks and an enviable work-life balance. However, it seems that with such an opportunity, you seldom get off work to be able to enjoy said life.Recently, a Tesla employee took to Instagram to share how…
Visa bulletin May 2026 comes with a note of caution for Indians applying for Green Card in the EB-5 category. The US State Department published the Visa bulletin for May 2026 with not much change in the dates but it added a note of caution for the EB-5 Green Card category specifically from India. “Sufficient…
Akal badi ya bais – Hindi proverb (Image source: Canva) People in North India have been using the phrase “akal badi ya bhains?” for years to make a simple point: intelligence is more important than strength. This saying has made its way into homes, classrooms, and everyday stories. But what if this version that most…
What happened to MLB legend Tommy John? Baseball icon dies at 83 after 26-year career Tommy John, the MLB pitcher whose remarkable return from a serious elbow injury changed baseball, has died at 83. He passed away peacefully at his home in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, surrounded by his wife, Cheryl, and family, according to a…
Superstar Rajinikanth has extended a helping hand to veteran actor and filmmaker Mohan Sharma after news of his financial woes went viral on the internet. The octogenarian actor, who has been in the South Indian film industry for several decades, is presently staying in an old-age home in Gummidipoondi, Chennai. But his plight was brought…