NEW DELHI: Multi-state electoral verdict on May 4 will be shaped not only by broad swings but by a cluster of constituencies where margins are tight, candidates are high profile and local dynamics are unusually intense. After the counting begins and trends trickle in, these seats offer early clues to momentum, alliance cohesion and voter…
Rahul Gandhi holds a clay pot during a public rally in support of party candidate for Thuraiyur constituency Lenin Prasath in Tiruchirappalli district. (PTI) NEW DELHI: In Tamil Nadu’s tightly structured alliance politics, the verdict is often as much about continuity as it is about change. With voting now complete and results due, attention turns…
Sir Alex Ferguson (Getty Images) Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was admitted to hospital on Sunday after feeling unwell ahead of the club’s Premier League clash against Liverpool FC at Old Trafford. The 84-year-old football legend, who still regularly attends Manchester United matches both home and away, had arrived at the stadium to…
Gujarat Titans’ Mohammed Siraj celebrates with teammates (PTI Photo) Gujarat Titans are setting the benchmark with pace this season, leading the charts for most wickets by pacers using short balls in IPL 2026. With 29 wickets, GT are comfortably ahead of the rest, underlining how effectively their quicks have used bounce and hard lengths to…
Optical illusion personality tests don’t just mess with your eyes. They’re a quick window into how you process the world around you—like expectations, letdowns, and how much “emotional space” you give other people.In this specific image, your brain is forced to make a choice: do you see the graceful swans gliding on the water, or…
NEW DELHI: On paper, the 2026 assembly elections are straightforward: five regions, 824 seats, and a familiar roster of parties battling for power. West Bengal (294 seats), Tamil Nadu (234), Kerala (140), Assam (126), and Puducherry (30) together form a significant, but not unprecedented, electoral exercise.Yet, this is not a routine election cycle.The timing gives…
We’ve all witnessed Virat Kohli’s inspiring journey, and the discipline that took him to the heights he stands today. The star cricketer’s unwavering focus on the field reflects his commitments. But beyond the hard work, his mindset shaped his journey. Recently, the cricket legend delivered an inspirational message to students at a ceremony in Delhi…
NEW DELHI: As West Bengal awaits the results to be declared tomorrow, chaos erupted near the Asansol Engineering College strong room premises after a switched-off mobile phone was found in an envelope.Along with the mobile phone, several documents linked to the Raniganj assembly constituency were also recovered, triggering suspicion and a brief commotion at the…
Brij Bhushan Singh, Vinesh Phogat NEW DELHI: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh on Sunday said the venue for the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda will not be changed, even as Vinesh Phogat raised concerns over safety and officiating ahead of her return. Singh said participation in the event is optional, adding…
Dopamine burnout reflects a modern imbalance between constant stimulation and the brain’s natural reward system. Overexposure to quick rewards, stress, and digital habits can dull motivation and excitement. There was a time when small wins felt big. A message from a friend, a weekend plan, even a good meal could lift the mood. Now, for…