In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia slammed the ISL’s structure and called for a complete overhaul in Indian football. With stakeholders incurring losses, youth teams underperforming, and the country’s premier domestic league’s future in limbo, Bhutia has demanded urgent reforms to save the sport in India.
Despite a surge in digital payments, cash continues to dominate nearly half of India’s transactions, particularly in rural areas. While retail payments are overwhelmingly digital, driven by government initiatives and improved infrastructure, cash remains resilient. The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is rapidly expanding, yet cash’s strong presence persists, coexisting with digital advancements.
Janhvi Kapoor successfully overcame persistent lower back pain through Pilates, under the guidance of celebrity trainer Namrata Purohit. Initially viewing it as temporary rehab, Janhvi quickly found relief as Pilates strengthened her core and glutes, fostering crucial body awareness. This transformative experience led her to embrace the practice, making her more mindful even during weight…
Patna is alive with devotion as the four-day Chhath festival commences with Nahay-Khay. The city’s ghats are beautifully decorated, and markets are bustling with shoppers procuring traditional items for the Sun god’s worship. Preparations include enhanced safety and facilities for devotees at designated bathing spots.
The November 25, 2025, NYT Strands puzzle, themed ‘By the book,’ presented a challenging grid for many. This guide offers hints and the complete solution, revealing words related to libraries and reading. Strategies for faster solving, like focusing on the spangram and odd letter clusters, are also provided to help maintain your winning streak.
Speculation linking Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram to the Vancouver Canucks has cooled, despite past interest. While the Sabres aren’t actively shopping Byram, they’re open to trades that improve their offense. Byram reportedly desires a change of scenery, but a Canucks deal seems improbable at this time, especially with arbitration looming.
The kidneys perform blood filtration to extract waste products that result from protein breakdown, which they then transfer to urine. The body produces nitrogenous waste when it breaks down protein, which the kidneys need to eliminate. However, the body produces glomerular hyperfiltration when protein consumption rises, because it increases both nitrogen waste production and kidney…
Brad Marchand’s five-game goal streak and eight-game point streak powered the Florida Panthers to a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. Marchand’s continued offensive prowess, coupled with strong goaltending from Sergei Bobrovsky, highlights the Panthers’ growing confidence and ability to compete with top teams as they build momentum for the playoffs.
Prof. Dr. Hindol Sengupta’s ‘Sing, Dance, and Lead’ bridges modern ambition with spiritual wisdom, advocating for values-driven leadership. Drawing inspiration from Srila Prabhupada, the book encourages readers to view life as an offering to the Divine, enhancing both personal and professional endeavors. It emphasizes empathy, service, and integrity as cornerstones of effective leadership.
