Kolkata: The recent history of encounter deaths in Bengal stretches back almost six decades but several factors have made these episodes stand out from each other across the different regimes that have governed Bengal since the 1960s. During the Naxal movement, encounters became a prominent fixture in Bengal with many young, brilliant students—several of them…
All India Chess Federation (AICF) acts after Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta’s concerns NEW DELHI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) is working to ensure the senior National Chess Championship is held later this year after concerns were raised over the tournament’s initial scheduling for March 2027.TimesofIndia.com has learnt that AICF officials are in constant touch with…
Whether created in someone’s honour or invented to satisfy a famous customer, these dishes have outlived the people behind them. Today, millions enjoy them without ever wondering whose names appear on the menu. Here are 10 well-known foods that owe their names to real people. Source link
A 95-year-old grandfather, Nonno, demonstrates his daily exercise routine for staying fit. He uses a resistance band for low-impact strength training, showing great control. His granddaughter, influencer Alyssa Stellato, shared this inspiring video online. The post highlights his dedication and commitment to maintaining his physical well-being. This routine has garnered significant positive attention and admiration…
Ahmedabad: Real estate project clearances in Gujarat have slowed after the State-level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) became non-functional when its tenure ended in June, industry representatives and govt sources said. A standing committee has been formed with a govt notification, but industry wants a regular committee.Environmental appraisals for a range of real estate and industrial…
Steve Jobs (photo: stevejobsarchieve) Steve Jobs‘ life is one worth taking inspiration from; it reads like a lesson on how to come back stronger even after repeated setbacks and make the most of it.He was given up for adoption as a baby, dropped out of college within six months, and was fired from the very…
Mapusa: Mapusa police have cracked a major jewellery theft case with the arrest of a 44-year-old Mumbai resident, identified as Manish Manohar More. A resident of Andheri East, More is suspected to be a member of an inter-state gang from Raigad, Maharashtra.Police said More was arrested for his alleged involvement in the theft of three…
Humanity has already sent five spacecraft on trajectories that will eventually carry them beyond the Solar System, demonstrating that technologically advanced civilisations can launch interstellar probes. That raises an intriguing possibility. Could another civilisation have done the same and sent robotic explorers to our cosmic neighbourhood? According to a new study by astronomer T. Joseph…
Aries You may feel like taking on more than your body is comfortable with. Energy remains high, but recovery deserves equal importance. If you have been skipping meals or sacrificing sleep because of work, this is the week to correct that pattern. A little rest now may prevent unnecessary fatigue later. Taurus Your body responds…
Croatia’s Luka Modric (AP/PTI) Luka Modric’s exit from the World Cup stage and, with it, possibly international football as well, did not turn out to be the beau idéal or a perfect 10, a number he has so adoringly and alluringly made his own over the years. The end was, though, dramatic — and cruel….
