NASA has confirmed and scheduled two upcoming spacewalks (EVAs 94 and 95) for ongoing maintenance and power upgrades to the International Space Station (ISS). A press release issued recently by NASA acknowledged that these missions represent a critical step towards improving the ISS capability as it nears the end of its operational life. Astronauts engaged…
Oil prices surged sharply after Iran moved again to block most maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that handles roughly one-fifth of global crude flows, escalating geopolitical tensions and rattling financial markets.Brent crude, the global benchmark, jumped around 7 per cent to $96.88 a barrel, rebounding from Friday’s close, which had…
Virat Kohli celebrates his half century during an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 T20 cricket match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. (PTI Photo) Bengaluru: The M Chinnaswamy Stadium was bathed in red on Saturday night — not just in colour, but in the commanding form…
KVS admissions 2026 open for Class I and Balvatika registrations across KVs KVS admissions 2026: Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), New Delhi, has issued detailed instructions for fresh admissions for the academic session 2026-27. The registration process for Class I and Balvatika-1 and 3, wherever applicable, will begin at 10:00 am on March 20, 2026, through…
UK Board Class 12th result 2026 released The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE), based in Dehradun, will release the Class 10th and 12th board examination results for 2026 on April 25, 2026, at 10 AM, according to media reports. An official circular has also been obtained from media reports suggesting that the results will…
The Department of Environment & Forests, Andaman & Nicobar Administration has announced 544 vacancies for Mazdoor and Group C technical posts. For thousands of 10th pass candidates, this is not just another notification. The administration has split the vacancies across two regions—South Andaman and North & Middle Andaman, ensuring localised hiring and operational efficiency. Total…
The question of whether college is now necessary in 2026 comes with strong opinions. Some see it as essential stage for a stable career, while others believe success can come through many different paths. Media personality and entrepreneur Kris Jenner recently shared her thoughts on this debate, saying that while college can offer security, young…
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Saturday announced the schedule for India’s tour of Ireland. India will play a two-match T20I series in June 2026.India have toured Ireland three times in the last eight years — in 2018, 2022 and 2023. Watch Shashi Tharoor & Samson’s Redemption Story: From Setbacks…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Blessing Muzarabani during a practice session. (PTI Photo) The Pakistan Cricket Board has acknowledged that no formal contract was ever sent to Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani for the Pakistan Super League, but has defended its decision to impose a two-year ban, insisting that a “clear verbal agreement” had been reached — a…
The Lyrids are among the oldest recorded meteor showers, with historical observations dating back more than 2,500 years. The shower remains active from around 16 to 25 April each year, with peak activity typically centred on 22 April. Activity increases gradually, peaks briefly, then declines over several days. No equipment is required to view the…
