They missed IIT in 1984 and joined a new college; 40 years later, they redefined success. (Photo: X post) In 1984, they saw themselves as failures.They had tried to secure admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology and Regional Engineering Colleges, now known as many of the National Institutes of Technology. They did not make…
India’s Dhruv Jurel celebrates his century as batting partner India’s Mohammed Siraj, left, watches during day two of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Monday, Aug. 24, 2026. (AP Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: Off the pads and away it went in a flash for a boundary. The…
Today, the Moon in Capricorn prompts a careful approach to shared resources, fostering a sense of responsibility. With Venus moving into Chitra Nakshatra, many will be drawn to practical improvements. Gemini individuals are advised to scrutinize their financial agreements before moving forward. It’s wise to avoid activities lacking adequate shared funding and to reassess contract…
Indian agencies secured the deportation of three Bambiha gang gangsters from Malaysia (Photo credit: X) NEW DELHI: Indian agencies have secured the deportation of three absconding gangsters linked to the Bambiha gang from Malaysia, in the latest action against the criminal syndicate’s overseas network.The fugitives, namely Jaspreet Singh alias Jas Behbal, Ajay Singh and Pawandeep…
Demonstrations were reported in Kandivali, Malad West, Santacruz, Dahisar, Andheri and other locations. MUMBAI: An autorickshaw driver was allegedly assaulted by another auto driver who was part of a group protesting against the use of Marathi on Monday, police said.The incident took place on MG Road in Kandivali West when the victim was plying his…
AI generated image used for representative purpose Mainpuri district in Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a steady transformation in its economic and developmental landscape post-2017. Traditionally known as an agriculture-dominated district with a strong cultural identity and rich craft heritage, Mainpuri is increasingly benefiting from improved connectivity, government-backed entrepreneurship, rural infrastructure and a renewed focus on…
Kaziah Liz Mejo, 19, has been crowned Miss Universe India 2026 JAIPUR: At 19, law student Kaziah Liz Mejo has been crowned Miss Universe India 2026, marking a new chapter in the journey of the Kerala-born beauty who spent her formative years in the UAE.Born in 2007, Mejo grew up in Abu Dhabi, where she…
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy (File photo) NEW DELHI: Telangana chief minister Revanth Reddy on Monday accused the Centre of “insulting” 4 crore people of the state by declining permission for his visit to the United States.Reddy claimed that the move showed the “Centre’s discrimination” against Telangana and said that the issue would be raised in…
Representative Image of gray ratsnakes inhabiting an old shed surrounded by dense trees and natural vegetation (AI-generated image) In central Mississippi, researchers stumbled across an abandoned shed covered in old snakeskins, an odd enough sight that they decided to set up cameras rather than simply walk away. What they eventually documented became a detailed study…
Instant payments network grows from 1.78 crore annual transactions to 24,162 crore Ten years ago, instant digital payments through a common platform were just taking off in India. Today, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) processes more than 66 crore transactions every day, becoming a central part of the country’s digital payments ecosystem.Launched on August 25,…
