As reading quietly fades into a task-driven activity, students risk losing more than a habit—they lose a powerful way to steady their minds. Drawing on research and neuroscience, the story explores how reading regulates the nervous system, builds empathy, and deepens thinking, even as digital distractions and academic pressures steadily push books out of students’…
IPL trophy (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) The BCCI has officially unveiled the schedule for the second phase of the Indian Premier League 2026, confirming fixtures from April 13 to May 24.The remaining league-stage fixtures, comprising 50 matches, will be staged across 12 venues in India. These include Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad,…
BENGALURU: India’s e-commerce and quick commerce sector is hiring again, but the playbook has changed. Talent demand rose 35% between 2023 and 2025 to nearly 98,750 roles, even as companies shifted from expansion-led hiring to building technology capability and execution strength, according to a CIEL HR report.The sharpest shift is in technology hiring. Demand for…
Prepare for an exciting day filled with surprise visitors and a surge in your knack for persuasion. Emphasize transparent dialogues in your connections while steering clear of hasty decisions. Your profession calls for meticulous attention, particularly regarding paperwork. Financially, make saving and wise investments a priority. To manage any jitters, consider cutting back on caffeine…
Dhurandhar actor Vivek Sinha recently spoke about the overwhelming response to his performance, his unconventional journey, and the life lessons that shaped him. From going viral for his intense role to receiving love—even from across the border—the actor didn’t hold back. Dhurandhar actor Vivek Sinha recently spoke about the overwhelming response to his performance, his…
NIOS ODE result 2026: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the results for its secondary and senior secondary on-demand examinations (ODE) 2026. Students who appeared for the exams held between January 16 and 31 can now check their results online at results.nios.ac.in.According to official statistics, 982 students have cleared the secondary level,…
Carolina Marin (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Carolina Marin, one of badminton’s greatest players and the 2016 Rio Olympics gold medallist, has announced her retirement from professional badminton, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable career. The Spanish star shared the news through an emotional social media video, confirming she will skip the upcoming European Championships…
The escalation of the Middle East conflict could push US inflation to 4.2% this year–the highest among G7 economies– while also slowing global growth, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has said, underlining the widening economic costs of the US-Israel war with Iran, the Financial Times reported.In its interim economic outlook, the Paris-based…
Renault India recently launched the new 2026 Renault Duster SUV in the Indian market. Pre-bookings for the new Duster are already underway. Interested customers can book the SUV online or at their nearest dealership. The SUV is offered in five variants – authentic, evolution, techno, techno plus and iconic with prices ranging from Rs 10.29…
Embrace a serene day filled with comfort and balance. Your relationships with family will flourish, providing a perfect backdrop for discussions about home improvements. At work, your motivation and ability to communicate thoughtfully will drive progress, while students need to resist diversions to maintain momentum. Look out for promising financial opportunities, but stay committed to…