Jasprit Bumrah became the Indian bowler with the most ODI wickets in England after dismissing Harry Brook in the first ODI of the three-match series on Tuesday.Bumrah reached the milestone in the opening ball of the 14th over of England’s innings. He forced Brook into a tentative shot with a slower delivery that climbed on…
Trump, after threatening a renewed US naval blockade, has said that ships will be allowed safe passage via Hormuz for a 20% toll. (AP Photo) Adding to transit cost uncertainty, US President Donald Trump has proposed imposing a 20% reimbursement or toll on cargoes that are transported through the Strait of Hormuz. Traditionally, vessels have…
Image Courtesy: AI representation/ChatGPT Every parent wants the best for their child: better schools, more opportunities, sharper communication skills, a few talents to be proud of. Fair enough. But somewhere in the process of wanting the best, a lot of children have quietly stopped being kids and started running schedules that would exhaust even a…
Ayodhya has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing real estate destinations following the consecration of the Ram Mandir, attracting high-profile investors and witnessing a major infrastructure boom. Bollywood celebrities are not far behind. Among the biggest names to invest in the temple town are Amitabh Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor, who have collectively acquired premium land…
Antimicrobial resistance is rapidly emerging as a major global health crisis, fuelled by the widespread misuse of antibiotics, particularly for viral infections. Understanding the difference between bacteria and viruses is key to preventing unnecessary antibiotic use. The article explains how resistance develops, its public health consequences, and the global and Indian initiatives aimed at preserving…
Carl Jung (Image: Wikipedia) Some habits in other people barely register. Others set off a reaction that feels completely out of proportion to what actually happened. Carl Jung, the psychiatrist who helped shape modern psychology, thought that gap was worth paying attention to. “Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding…
India coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector for the Indian men’s cricket team Ajit Agarkar . (Getty Images) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik believes there could be differences between head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, suggesting that contrasting priorities may have contributed to India’s selection decisions during the recent T20I tour of…
India’s holdings of the US Treasuries have dropped as per the latest data from US Federal Reserve. Gold has surpassed US Treasuries to become the world’s largest reserve asset – driven largely by the rise in bullion prices in recent years. But the other reality is that gold as a reserve currency, diversifier and safe…
Most speed-limit signs across the United States are simple and straightforward. They display the maximum legal speed and little else. But drivers travelling through Oklahoma may notice something unusual. Beneath the posted speed limit, many signs carry an additional message: “No Tolerance.” For first-time visitors, the phrase can be confusing. Does it mean you’ll be…
Monsoon rains often push snakes from their burrows seeking shelter and warmth. Snakes follow scent trails of rodents and birds, their primary food sources. Amphibians and small fish also attract snakes to damp, waterlogged garden areas. Pheromones left by other snakes can draw them into yards during mating season. Understanding these attractants helps people avoid…