Twenty years ago, people would ask for your address to stay connected. Today, they ask for your mobile number.That shift says more than we realise. A mobile number is no longer merely a combination of ten digits. It has become the digital identity of modern life. From your bank account to Aadhaar, grocery shopping to…
At present, women government employees with fewer than two surviving children are eligible for one year of maternity leave. NEW DELHI: The CM Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government announced that women working in the state government will be entitled to 365 days of maternity leave for a third child, bringing it in line with the leave…
There is a saying among bibliophiles: Never judge a book by its movie. For true readers, nothing any director dreams up can ever match the cinema playing inside one’s head, to borrow a line from Anurag Kashyap’s greatest villain. Two rare adaptations that arguably hold their own against their source novels are Mario Puzo’s The…
Astrology indicates that certain zodiac signs are gifted with a natural social charm and ease in forming friendships. Geminis are adept conversationalists, capable of engaging with a variety of people and adjusting their dialogue to establish a connection. Leos radiate charisma, drawing others in with their inviting demeanor. Libras, with their balanced approach, excel in…
Army chief General Seth with Nepal PM Balendra Shah Army chief general Dhiraj Seth met Nepal prime minister and defence minister Balendra Shah in Kathmandu on Tuesday, with the two sides discussing bilateral issues and ways to strengthen military ties amid a period of unease in relations between the two neighbours.General Seth, who is on…
Health officials are investigating imported eggs following a major Salmonella outbreak across the UK/Image: Getty Images One person has died, and more than 200 people have fallen ill in a Salmonella outbreak across the UK, with health officials investigating a possible link to imported eggs.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said 199 cases were recorded…
Certain birth dates possess natural social charm for solo travelers. These individuals easily connect with strangers through their inherent communication skills. People born on dates 5, 14, and 23 exhibit strong communication energy. Dates 3, 12, 21, and 30 suggest exuberant and expressive social interactions. Kindness and pleasant energy attract others for those born on…
On August 18, 2026, the lunar nodes will transition into Aquarius and Leo, encouraging people to reassess their personal goals and overall life trajectory. Those born under Aquarius could find themselves drawn to innovative projects and meaningful group engagements, while Leos may begin to focus on fostering genuine relationships, moving away from the need for…
File photo: MGNREGA workers at a work site (Picture credit: PTI) MGNREGA, which served as rural India’s job safety net for two decades, was repealed on July 1, 2026. In its place is the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), or VB-G RAM G, which raises the guaranteed employment from 100 to 125…
Sonia Bellina’s death has shocked her TikTok community after her burned body was found in a French vineyard. (Image via: (Instagram/@soniiabelliina) Sonia Bellina, a French TikTok creator with more than 259,000 followers, has sadly passed away. She was identified as the woman whose burned body was discovered in a Saint-Gilles vineyard on August 12, 2026….
