As the debate on size and composition of the Lok Sabha continues, the United States offers an interesting contrast. It does not keep enlarging its lower house every time population shifts. The United States House of Representatives has been capped at 435 seats since 1929, but after every decennial census those seats are redistributed among…
The small town of Arenillas in Soria, Spain, is facing the possibility of becoming a ‘ghost town’, so the town has taken up a unique, proactive plan to keep its village alive. According to Madrid Secreto, this village is a member of the ‘Empty Spain’ program, and currently has only 40 people living there as…
Wood furniture’s dullness often stems from polish buildup, not dirt. A microscopic wax and silicone layer absorbs light, making wood appear plastic-like. This film traps pollutants and hinders humidity regulation, causing discoloration. A simple pleasure is the one experienced during the polishing of a mahogany coffee table or a teak dining table on a Sunday,…
Police disperse people who blocked the Pune-Bengaluru highway during protest PUNE: A shutdown brought western Maharashtra’s Bhor-Rajgad belt in Pune district to a halt Sunday as outrage mounted over the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl, with her family refusing to meet politicians until the 65-year-old accused is sentenced to death.Shops remained closed after…
MUMBAI: 96-year-old CD Gopinath passed away in Chennai on Thursday. Hailing from Chennai (formerly Madras), Chingleput Doraikannu (CD) Gopinath, who played eight Tests between 1951-60, was previously India’s oldest living cricketer. Gopinath was the last survivor of India’s first-ever Test win, over England, at Madras in 1952.Following his demise, former India, Mumbai, and Maharashtra wicketkeeper-batter…
SRINAGAR\JAMMU: J&K chief minister Omar Abdullah expressed grave concern Saturday over Eid prayers being blocked at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Mosque, terming it “regrettable” and questioning LG Manoj Sinha-led administration’s claims of “normality” in the Union territory.“Across J&K, Eid prayers were offered. But prayers were not allowed at Jamia Mosque. It exposes the administration that controls…
Tired of smudged glasses? Improper cleaning damages lens coatings, attracting more dirt. Medical experts recommend a gentle, water-based approach using mild dish soap to dissolve oils, not just spread them. Common frustration faced by people who wear glasses: you clean your glasses until they shine, and then you check them after a few minutes, only…
Defending champions RCB look balanced on paper, but rust, injuries and expectations could shape their IPL campaign.STRENGTH: RCB retained their core before the mini-auction and plugged key gaps, giving them a strong balance on paper. Virat Kohli and Phil Salt power the top order, while a solid group of finishers adds depth. The bowling attack…
Bengaluru: Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S’s realised compensation for 2025 stood at $10.6 million, up nearly 29% from the previous year, according to the company’s 2026 proxy filing. This included a base salary of $1.3 million, an annual cash incentive of $4.3 million, and RSU payouts of $4.9 million. Realised compensation reflects the actual pay…
Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is not perturbed about not being allotted a Test match during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy early next year. On Thursday, the BCCI announced that Nagpur, Chennai, Guwahati, Ranchi, and Ahmedabad will host the high-profile five-Test series between India and Australia in January-February next year. The MCA will instead host the…