The Windsors weren’t always Windsors. Their original name was the extremely German Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, a dynastic title straight out of a Wagner opera. It started with Queen Victoria, whose mother was German, and whose beloved Prince Albert was so thoroughly German that he practically radiated orderliness and efficient Christmas tree placement. The Victorian era…
Glenn Maxwell’s explosive 62* off 36 balls propelled Australia to a thrilling two-wicket victory over South Africa in Cairns, securing the T20I series 2-1. Maxwell’s calm approach and match-winning reverse scoop sealed the win after Marsh and Head’s steady partnership. Australia’s recent T20I form, including series wins against multiple teams, positions them as a formidable…
Pondicherry University students including girls released after being held for protesting sexual harassment
Experiencing abdominal discomfort? Liver pain typically manifests as a dull ache or throbbing sensation in the upper right abdomen, beneath the rib cage, and may radiate to the right shoulder or back. While left-side pain is unlikely liver-related, persistent right-sided pain, especially with fever or jaundice, warrants medical attention. Monitor for symptoms like jaundice, swelling,…
Odisha police have announced rewards ranging from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 1 crore for information leading to the capture of 10 wanted Maoist leaders. Posters displaying these bounties and encouraging surrenders have been strategically placed in nine Maoist-affected districts, intensifying anti-Naxal operations.
The International Trade Show in Noida features a compelling exhibition by the UP Jal Jeevan Mission, highlighting Bundelkhand’s remarkable transformation. Once plagued by severe water shortages, the region now boasts clean tap water reaching rural homes, creating jobs and changing lives. Interactive displays and cultural performances make this inspiring story real for visitors.
Massive sunspots were spotted over Arar this week, including spots 4195, 4197, and 4199, some among the largest seen in 2025. Astronomers explained these are cooler, magnetically active regions on the Sun, often linked to solar flares and geomagnetic storms. Experts stressed their study is crucial, warning of possible communication and satellite disruptions, while encouraging…
MNS Chief Raj Thackeray faces a significant setback as former corporator Prakash Bhoir and his wife Sarita resign ahead of the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation elections. Their potential move to the BJP is creating a stir, especially given their influence in Dombivli and Bhoir’s past leadership roles within the KDMC.
In the 1940s, Ayyalasomayajula Lalitha, P.K. Thressia, and Leelamma George became India’s first female engineering graduates, defying societal norms and forging paths in a male-dominated field. Backed by visionary fathers, they overcame academic, social, and personal challenges, achieving professional excellence while nurturing future generations. Their journeys remain enduring symbols of resilience, ambition, and the transformative…
Mohanlal, the Malayalam cinema icon, shines brightly as his film ‘Thudarum’ makes waves at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), proudly represented in the Indian Panorama category. This noteworthy achievement underscores the film’s artistic brilliance.
