Lights, colour and fireworks have swept across continents as cities around the world ushered in 2026 with spectacle and symbolism. Videos and images shared online captured vibrant celebrations, reflecting both jubilation and moments of quiet reflection.In Bangkok, Thailand’s capital turned into a glowing canvas as landmark locations lit up for grand New Year celebrations, capped…
File photo (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: The situation along the country’s northern borders remains stable, yet sensitive, the defence ministry said on Wednesday, and asserted that the deployment of the Indian Army in all sectors along the Line of Actual Control is “robust, well poised” and prepared to deal with any “emerging contingency”.Also, bilateral…
The Indian rupee is set to face sharp and persistent volatility through 2026 as capital outflows, tariff-related trade disruptions and weak foreign investment flows continue to outweigh the country’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals, analysts and official data indicate, PTI reported.Despite steady growth and moderate inflation at home, the currency is unlikely to find a durable floor…
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, is expected to announce on Wednesday that he will appoint Kamar Samuels as the city’s next schools chancellor, according to three people with direct knowledge of the plan. The reporting was first published by The New York Times.The choice of Samuels, a long-serving figure in New York…
Red foods get a lot of attention for their colour, but colour in plants is more about chemistry than appearance. The red shades seen in cherries, berries and pomegranates come largely from anthocyanins, a group of plant pigments that belong to the flavonoid family. These compounds are measurable, reactive and present in the bloodstream after…
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) Real Madrid have confirmed that Kylian Mbappe has suffered a sprain to his left knee, dealing a significant setback to their pursuit of La Liga leaders Barcelona. The club issued a statement on Wednesday revealing the diagnosis following medical tests, adding that his condition will be monitored over…
Ukraine marks its fourth year New Year since Russia’s offensive. Wishing peace at the commencement of 2026, Ukrainians express the “hell” their life has become due to attacks and power cuts.Strikes on energy grids in Ukraine intensified during the winter of 2025, leaving over 2,600 residences without power in the sub-zero temperatures in the Kyiv…
NEW DELHI: The domestic piped natural gas (PNG) in Delhi and its surrounding NCR areas became cheaper by 70 paise per unit from Jan 1, with Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) announcing the cut in prices.According to IGL, the piped cooking gas now costs Rs 47.89 per standard cubic metre (SCM) in Delhi, Rs 46.70 in…
Most government offices, banks and financial markets across the United States will remain closed on New Year’s Day, while major retailers and grocery chains are largely set to stay open, often with modified hours, the AP reported.Retailers are expected to use the holiday to offer discounts on older inventory ahead of new stock arrivals. However,…
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has officially announced the UP Police Constable Recruitment 2025. This is a big recruitment drive with a total of 32,679 vacancies. The online application process has already started, giving a major opportunity to candidates who want to join the Uttar Pradesh Police force. Both male and…