Shubman Gill walks out to bat at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo. (Photo Courtesy: Sahil Malhotra) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: Team India captain Shubman Gill stepped out off the 28th delivery he faced in Galle and followed it up with an early sweep in the second innings. While the connection wasn’t ideal when … Read more
The plan will also include local value-addition targets for machines that are currently fully imported (representative image) India is set to approve a $1.2-billion incentive scheme for manufacturing high-value and technologically advanced construction and infrastructure equipment, as the government seeks to reduce the country’s dependence on China for critical machinery, according to two government sources … Read more
Removing corn kernels from the cob can be messy if you do not use the right method. A sharp knife can work well, but it may also cause kernels to scatter across the chopping board. With a little preparation, you can remove the kernels neatly and quickly using simple kitchen tools you probably already have. … Read more
This may be one of the hardest rules to follow. Someone might casually ask, “Yaar, what do you think about him?” It can feel harmless to share your honest opinion, particularly if you believe the conversation is private.Warikoo’s advice is blunt: praise the person. Why? Because whatever you say negatively about someone has a way … Read more
Acting on the inputs, DRI officers conducted a targeted operation in Lucknow and intercepted four persons suspected to be part of a wildlife trafficking network. LUCKNOW: In a major crackdown on the illegal wildlife trade, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Lucknow, in coordination with the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department, has seized 54 intricately carved … Read more
In 1962, five mute swans escaped from an estate in Talbot County, Maryland. More than four decades later, their descendants had grown to nearly 4,000 in the Chesapeake Bay region. As their numbers rose across the Chesapeake Bay region, so did concerns about how much underwater vegetation they were consuming and how they were affecting … Read more
The microwave is one of the quickest ways to turn yesterday’s dinner into today’s meal, but not every food responds well to a second round of heat. Some can become rubbery or soggy, others can heat unevenly, while a few can pose a genuine safety problem if reheated incorrectly. Importantly, there is no scientific rule … Read more
Cobra snake- Representative Image (Photo via Canva) Snakes are scary slithering creatures, and spotting one sends chills down a person’s spine. Especially in India, where spotting venomous snakes is common.And there is a specific kind of fear that comes with spotting a cobra that has raised its hood, the stillness right before it decides what … Read more
If you enjoy wearing light, airy, and posh sarees in summer, you must be familiar with Indian sarees such as Jamdani, Chanderi, and Kota Doria. All these sarees share a lightweight nature and are known for their sheerness, featuring simple designs that pair well with minimal styling. As you can conclude, they all belong to … Read more
SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia NEW DELHI: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia on Friday said people in Punjab want the SAD and the BJP to come together, in another indication that the former allies could reunite for the February 2027 Punjab assembly elections.“We should understand that the Shiromani Akali Dal and BJP … Read more