The Senate passed the bill 86-11 on August 7. (Photo: ANI) US President Donald Trump on Friday signed into law the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, giving his administration expanded powers to impose sanctions and tariffs on Russia and countries that continue significant purchases of Russian oil and gas.The White…
Indian women’s cricket team and Mohsin Naqvi The Asia Cup trophies won by India’s men’s and women’s teams remain in Dubai, but BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has assured that both pieces of silverware will eventually make their way to the board’s headquarters in Mumbai.Saikia confirmed the development after the BCCI’s 95th Annual General Meeting in…
Director Cibi Chakravarthy opened up about a difficult phase in his career when a planned collaboration with Superstar Rajinikanth did not materialise. Speaking at the audio launch of ‘Baththa’, the filmmaker recalled how he was supposed to direct ‘Thalaivar 173’ but eventually missed the opportunity.Cibi described the setback as a painful experience and credited Atlee…
Every year, whenever a festival tithi begins on one Gregorian date and ends on another, one confusion immediately starts:Should the festival be observed on the day the tithi begins, or on the next day?Radha Ashtami 2026 is a good example.The Ashtami Tithi begins on September 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM and ends on September 19,…
File photo: Thane Police arrest three in connection with TET paper leak case NEW DELHI: The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test paper allegedly walked out of an Agra printing press hidden inside shoe insoles, with two employees paid Rs 8,000 each to smuggle out the confidential examination material, according to a chargesheet filed by Thane City…
Frecklington’s fascination with coachmaking began when he was just eight years old. For more than half a century, Jim Frecklington turned wood, metal, leather and gold into something increasingly rare: magnificent horse-drawn carriages built by hand. His workshop on Sydney’s northern beaches became the unlikely birthplace of vehicles destined for royal ceremonies, but his final…
For resignations, the terms governing notice periods and buyouts are primarily determined by the employment contract. Serving your full notice period can be tricky after resignation, especially if you wish to join the next place of your employment at the earliest.In companies where notice periods can run for several months, moving to a new job…
D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi NEW DELHI: World champion D Gukesh has offered some context behind Arjun Erigaisi’s shock defeat in the opening round of the Chess Olympiad, saying India’s players had endured a hectic start to the tournament and were left waiting for hours to get their rooms.Arjun, India’s second-ranked player, suffered a surprise…
Radhika Apte has opened up about why women often struggle to make time for themselves while balancing work, motherhood and household responsibilities. Speaking in the context of ‘Lust Stories 3’, the actor stressed the need for women to have space to pursue their own interests and desires beyond the roles and responsibilities they are expected…
Radha Ashtami is celebrated on September 19, 2026, on Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami. Traditionally, Radha Rani is worshipped during Madhyahna, or the noon period. The festival is especially important across Braj, Barsana and Vrindavan, where it is celebrated as the appearance day of Shri Radha.For most people celebrating at home, the puja does not have to…