Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi (Image credit: Agencies) The tears took you back to a balmy July night 36 years ago. As Leo Messi stood there at the MetLife Stadium — defeated — on Sunday night, it was impossible not to be reminded of Diego Maradona. ‘El Diego’ was inconsolable as the Germans walked up…
‘There won’t be any more elections’: Nicaragua President Ortega (AFP image) Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has declared that the country will not hold elections in the future, effectively ending hopes of a democratic vote and reinforcing his grip on power after nearly two decades in office.Speaking during celebrations marking the anniversary of the Sandinista Revolution…
Red Alert forces school closures across Kangra, Mandi, Chamba and Sirmaur; examinations postponed today. (AI Image) Himachal Pradesh school holiday: All government and private educational institutions remain closed today, July 21, 2026, across several high-risk districts of Himachal Pradesh following a Red Alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The precautionary measure has been…
Quote of the day by Keanu Reeves: ‘When one of them behaves badly toward you… he’s actually doing you a great favour,’ a life lesson by the ‘Matrix’ actor highlighting the importance of changing your perspective when people don’t treat you right. (Instagram). We often make excuses for bad behaviour and rejection in life; however,…
NEW DELHI: A delegation of Cockroach Janata Party met Union minister JP Nadda on Monday and submitted its petition demanding accountability from the government over the NEET-UG paper leak case.According to CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka, the meeting with Nadda was under way, with the Union minister seeking time to consult the government leadership on the…
Spaniards appear to be particularly skilled at frustrating their opponents. Their PM, Pedro Sanchez, showed this on the geopolitical pitch, annoying Trump repeatedly over his refusal to let US use Spain’s airspace for the Iran war.Weeks later, Luis de la Fuente, head of their national team, expressed similar faith in his ‘camaraderie’ theory to frustrate…
It was the kind of Ferrandipity Spain perhaps needed in the end to reclaim their world. When the denouement arrived, the camera slowly turned observational, staying close to a few central characters and showing how they tried to fit into the sense of eventuality. Against the sunny backdrop of a giant New Jersey stadium, a…
PNB Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 begins for 545 vacancies; applications open until August 09, 2026 nationwide PNB LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has invited online applications for the recruitment of 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts under Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The recruitment drive is being conducted for vacancies across multiple states,…
Inside Robert Downey Jr.’s real estate portfolio(Image Courtesy: Instagram) Home is much more than just a brick-and-mortar construction; it’s a place that defines peace, reflects your personality, and speaks volumes about your perspective on the world and life. Thus, when it comes to home, the ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ star Robert Downey Jr. makes sure to pay…
Dipa Karmakar and Pranati Nayak KOLKATA: As Glasgow prepares itself to host Commonwealth Games later this week, one person who couldn’t help but feel a little nostalgic is artistic gymnast Dipa Karmakar. She won the bronze in the women’s vault when the event was held in the Scottish city in 2014 – her maiden international…
