Residents kept reporting dolphins in two Japanese bays. Underwater microphones revealed how frequently they visit

Scientists monitored dolphins in two bays along Sea of Japan coast. (Representational photo) People living along Japan’s Sea of Japan coast had been saying for years that they occasionally spotted dolphins close to shore. Local fishers also reported seeing them from time to time. These sightings were interesting, but scientists did not have enough information…

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Opposition protests invite to TMC rebels to all-party meeting | India News

NEW DELHI: In solidarity with the Mamata Banerjee-headed Trinamool Congress, opposition parties on Sunday staged a rare walkout from the all-party meeting to protest the govt’s invite to its breakaway faction, even as both warring groups took potshots at one another, foretelling a fiery session of Parliament from Monday.Govt, however, defended its decision, asserting that…

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PNB targets $2.5bn via FCNR(B)

Punjab National Bank (File photo) NEW DELHI: State-run Punjab National bank, the second largest public sector lender, is targeting a mop up of $2.5 billion from Foreign Currency Non-Resident Bank deposits and has raked in $425 million so far.“We are getting major traction from the UK, Dubai and GIFT City. The demand is quite good,”…

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Quote of the day by Democritus: ‘If your desires are not great, a little will seem much to you; for small appetite makes poverty equivalent to wealth’ and the forgotten philosophy that true wealth begins with controlling your desires

‘If your desires are not great, a little will seem much to you’ Imagine standing in front of a vending machine or browsing an online marketplace, surrounded by thousands of choices created to encourage instant buying. A person purchases a slightly improved phone, feels a short moment of happiness, and soon starts looking forward to…

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No card for Tagliafico! Yamal challenge reignites Argentina favouritism debate in World Cup final – Watch | Football News

Argentina’s Nicolas Tagliafico, right, fights for the ball with Spain’s Lamine Yamal. (AP/PTI Photo) A controversial refereeing decision in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final has reignited the debate around alleged favourable calls for Argentina, after Nicolas Tagliafico escaped without a booking for a dangerous challenge on Spain teenage star Lamine Yamal.The incident occurred in…

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More brands in store, but price cuts may lag

MUMBAI: For local consumers, the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) means more choices on retail shelves as new British brands are expected to enter the market. In fact, initial queries and conversations have already started.But the deal may not immediately translate into steep price cuts for shoppers across the board-the depreciation of rupee…

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Quote of the day by Confucius: ‘If I am walking with two other men, each of them will serve as my teacher…’ and the lesson of finding wisdom in everyone around you

‘If I am walking with two other men, each of them will serve as my teacher’ Imagine three people walking along a dusty road in fifth-century BC China. One walks with good posture, taking calm, respectful steps. The second keeps stumbling, complaining loudly, and pushing past others in frustration. The third person, quietly watching both…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 final: Spain choke Argentina into unwanted history as Messi’s side fails to register a first-half shot | Football News

Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) runs with the ball during the World Cup final. (AP Photo) Spain’s relentless control in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final forced Argentina into the record books for all the wrong reasons, with Lionel Messi’s side failing to register a single shot in the opening 45 minutes of Sunday’s title clash.The…

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‘Rise in instability in Iran’: Indian embassy sounds alarm; urges people to leave, postpone travel | India News

‘Rise in instability in Iran’: Indian embassy sounds alarm; urges people to leave, postpone travel NEW DELHI: The Indian Embassy in Iran on Sunday issued a revised travel advisory, urging Indian nationals to postpone all travel to the country.It also advised Indians already in Tehran to consider temporarily leaving the country using available commercial flights,…

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