Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended nearly 1 per cent lower on Monday as the collapse of US-Iran negotiations triggered a surge in crude oil prices and dampened investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 702.68 points or 0.91 per cent to settle at 76,847.57. During the day, it dived 1,681.93 points or 2.16 per cent…
More than six weeks of sustained air bombardment in the Middle East have depleted air defence stockpiles, pushing key US allies such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar to urgently seek alternative weapons suppliers and systems.With a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran in place, Gulf nations are widening their…
Ranveer Allahbadia, the podcaster extraordinaire aka BeerBiceps, has been no stranger to headlines lately—from his spicy India’s Got Latent controversy to fueling dating rumours. But post the nail-biting IPL showdown between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore at Wankhede Stadium recently, he’s trending for a sweeter reason: accidentally confirming his relationship with rumoured girlfriend Juhi…
Pope Leo, Trump (File photos) Pope Leo on Monday pushed back against Trump, saying he did not fear him and would continue speaking out against war, including the conflict involving Iran, despite sharp criticism from the US president.Speaking to reporters aboard the papal plane, the Pope said, “I have no fear of the Trump administration,”…
Excess moisture in the bathroom is a common issue faced by many houses, which leads to bad smells, mould growth, and peeling paint. While dehumidifiers and exhaust fans can be used to overcome this challenge, there is an inexpensive method that does not involve any major work: the suspension of a salt-filled bag in the…
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru allrounder Tim David has been fined for “disobeying” an umpire’s instruction during his team’s IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.The incident occurred in the 18th over of RCB’s innings when David launched Hardik Pandya for a towering six over deep mid-wicket. The sheer force…
Nihal Sarin (Photo by Michal Walusza) NEW DELHI: Last February, Nihal Sarin was busy playing a game of online chess in TakeTakeTake’s Titled Tuesday event. His opponent was Armenian player Emin Ohanyan. In a tense endgame, Nihal outwitted his counterpart. With the game played on a computer rather than over the board, a gentleman’s handshake…
Searching for an excellent job is never easy. However, how can anyone solve their problem not through skill development or earning a degree, but by adopting a small practice? For instance, many of the world’s top performers practice the habit of reading regularly, including Elon Musk. Contrary to popular belief, reading goes beyond mere consumption…
Basic facilities missing as 890 schools lack girls’ toilets in Maharashtra (AI image used for representational purpose only) While Maharashtra races to build AI-powered classrooms, smart boards and digital learning systems, a far more basic question refuses to fade: how do 890 schools still function without separate toilets for girls?It is a striking contrast playing…
MUMBAI: Former India and Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma has undergone a scan to assess the severity of a suspected hamstring injury, TOI has learnt. His availability for MI’s next match against Punjab Kings on Thursday in Mumbai will depend on the results.“Yes, Rohit underwent an MRI on Monday morning (at the HL Reliance Hospital)…