Quote of the day by Xenophanes (Photo: AI) Xenophanes of Colophon (c. 570 – c. 478 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher, poet, and social critic. Born in Ionia (modern-day Turkey), he spent most of his long life wandering across the Greek world as a traveling poet after his hometown was conquered by the Persians.Unlike…
The election is the first parliamentary vote since full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. (Reuters photo) Russia’s ruling United Russia party, which supports President Vladimir Putin, has taken a strong early lead in the country’s State Duma elections, securing 57.5 per cent of the vote in initial results.The three-day parliamentary election ended on Sunday,…
NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines to help female cricketers safely resume their careers after childbirth. The move comes as more players are choosing to balance professional cricket with motherhood, with the ICC aiming to strengthen support systems and player welfare. ICC chairman Jay Shah stressed…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for August 18, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
Although the unemployment rate of 4.1% marked the lowest level since June 2025, the decline was driven by a contraction in the labour force rather than stronger hiring. (Image for representative purpose only) US employers unexpectedly shed 23,000 jobs last month, while downward revisions by the Labor Department erased a further 103,000 positions from payroll…
The Heart Line in palmistry reveals emotional patterns and relationship dynamics. Breaks signify emotional turning points and shifts in perspective on love. Islands on the line suggest periods of confusion and emotional complexity. Forks at the end indicate balancing emotion with practical expectations in relationships. Upward branches show positive affection, while downward ones suggest unmet…
BJP-led NDA sweeps first Silchar civic polls with 34 seats NEW DELHI: The ruling BJP-led NDA won the first elections to the Silchar Municipal Corporation on Tuesday, securing 34 of the 42 seats.Reacting to the result, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Congress performs poorly even when elections are held through paper ballots.“See, Congress…
Shipments of these key industrial components to the US during the first six months of the year were roughly 20% lower than the average recorded between 2022 and 2024. (Reuters photo) China’s exports of rare-earth magnets to the United States continue to remain significantly below levels recorded before the trade conflict, despite the truce reached…
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav has said UP CM Yogi Adityanath should contest from Ayodhya. NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday challenged Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath to contest the upcoming assembly elections from Ayodhya. Akhilesh also said he would soon visit the Ram temple in Ayodhya along with SP leaders for…
‘Old’ explosive kills civilian in Baramulla SRINAGAR: A civilian was killed Saturday after coming into contact with an “old explosive object” that went off in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district.The deceased was identified as Zubair Ahmad Bajjad, a resident of Chandoosa area near the Line of Control (LoC) where instances of old mines going off are…