A breathtaking 201-run alliance between skipper Mohammad Bulbulia and Jason Rawles lit up the High Performance Oval as South Africa’s U19 side amassed 397/6, handing Tanzania a mountain to climb in their 2026 World Cup Group D showdown. Opting to bowl first, Tanzania watched helplessly as South Africa’s top order fired on all cylinders. Openers Jorich van Schalkwyk (47 off 34: 5×6, 2×4) and Adnaan La Gadie (32) laid the foundation with 58 runs inside 8 overs. At 93/2, Bulbulia (108 off 108: 10×4, 1×6) and Rawles (125* off 101: 10×4, 5×6) unleashed havoc in a 201-run stand off 176…
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Social media’s latest obsession, the 2016 recap trend, has Bollywood’s Karan Johar hooked. The director-producer dove deep into nostalgia on Instagram, posting a series of photos that capture the essence of a transformative year. From red carpets to recording studios, his feed became a time capsule. Kicking off with Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Johar reflected on returning to the director’s chair. ‘These memories from 2016 tug at my heartstrings,’ he wrote. The romantic drama’s shoot with a dream cast remains etched in his mind as pure bliss. Season 5 of Coffee with Karan stole the spotlight too, packed with celebrity…
India’s weather authority has confirmed the northeast monsoon’s retreat from Tamil Nadu and adjacent areas like Puducherry and Karaikal, signaling the close of the region’s key wet phase. Dry weather is set to persist through January 21 in these territories. Watch for morning fog at select places, which might hamper visibility in valleys and interior zones. No major dips in minimum temperatures are expected, but cooler-than-normal nights could usher in a subtle wintery feel at dawn and dusk. A weather pattern change looms from January 23 to 25, with scattered light-to-moderate rains possibly dotting parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and…
Donald Trump didn’t hold back in a scathing message to Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, linking the Nobel Peace Prize snub directly to his bold demand for total control of Greenland. The former president made it clear: without the award for halting eight wars, peace takes a backseat to American priorities. Speaking to VG newspaper, Støre authenticated the Sunday afternoon missive, which arrived after he and Finland’s Alexander Stubb messaged Trump first. Shared among NATO allies, it underscores Trump’s growing frustration. ‘You decided not to give me the Nobel for stopping eight wars,’ Trump wrote. ‘So now I don’t…
In a fiery press conference in New Delhi, Pawan Khera, Congress’s media chief, accused the BJP-led government of turning faith into a tool for commerce and control. He decried a ‘reign of disorder’ across India, where religion masks a ruthless pursuit of power. The flashpoint: the government’s interference in the Shahi Snan at Mahakumbh. This millennia-old rite, preserved through Mughal and colonial eras, was allegedly disrupted. Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand was prevented from his palanquin procession, Khera claimed. Khera juxtaposed this with the lavish security for Mohan Bhagwat – Z-plus cover and a massive motorcade. ‘Has Bhagwat surpassed the Shankaracharya in…
In a display of ironclad camaraderie, Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the red carpet for UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Delhi’s airport on January 19. ‘I came to pick up my brother,’ Modi quipped, highlighting the fraternal ties that define India-UAE relations. The President’s lightning 1.5-hour visit—his third as head of state—comes at PM Modi’s behest. Set against a backdrop of international turbulence, including US-China-Russia frictions, Iran’s volatility, and UAE-Saudi tensions, this rendezvous carries extra weight. Modi posted on X: ‘Welcoming my brother, HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the airport. His visit…
Chilly winds signal winter, but they also spell trouble for your tresses. Complaints of hair loss and thinning surge this season. Both Ayurveda and science pinpoint nutrition gaps, moisture loss, and circulation issues as culprits behind sluggish growth. First mistake: tight woolen caps. They trap heat and cause friction, leading to knots and snaps. Hair length stalls as strands weaken from constant abrasion. Second: dodging sunlight. Less UV exposure means less vitamin D, essential for follicle vitality. Indoor hibernation creates deficiencies that stunt roots and boost shedding. Step out for 10-15 minutes daily—Ayurveda swears by it for hair vigor. Third:…
The Indian cricket fraternity is buzzing with anticipation as the five-match T20I series against New Zealand gets underway from January 21. Fresh from a 2-1 ODI series loss, Rohit Sharma’s successors under Suryakumar Yadav aim to reclaim glory in the shortest format on familiar turf. This series holds immense significance, serving as a vital preparatory ground for the T20 World Cup. A victory could skyrocket team morale, especially with India co-hosting the global event. Historically, India dominates New Zealand in T20Is with 14 wins from 25 matches, though the Kiwis have proven resilient with 10 triumphs and a solitary tie.…
The Bhojpuri film industry, known for its foot-tapping hits and larger-than-life stars, is now grappling with a crime wave. Prominent MP-actor Manoj Tiwari’s Mumbai apartment became the scene of a shocking theft totaling Rs 5.4 lakh. It started back in June 2025 with Rs 4.4 lakh missing mysteriously. Secret CCTV installation followed, and on January 15 night, it paid off—footage showed the intruder pocketing Rs 1 lakh using duplicate keys. Shockingly, the thief was Tiwari’s ex-servant, now in custody. The episode raises serious questions about trusted household staff and celebrity home security. Pawan Singh, the undisputed ‘Power Star’ of Bhojpuri,…
Bhubaneswar’s industrial powerhouse, NALCO, is charting a bold course towards capacity enhancement and sustainability. CMD Brajendra Pratap Singh disclosed that the company will add 0.5 million tonnes to its smelting capacity as part of the national push for Viksit Bharat 2047. The Rs 30,000 crore investment under the 2030 plan includes a state-of-the-art smelter and 1,080 MW thermal power facility. DPR preparation is underway, with board nod expected soon, paving the way for groundbreaking at the Angul site. Designed as a brownfield upgrade, this project addresses India’s growing aluminium needs with cutting-edge, low-emission tech. By 2030, it promises to elevate…