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Shubman Gill (Image credit: TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: India had looked set to complete a 2-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka, but the hosts produced a stubborn fightback to force a draw in the second Test in Colombo.Sri Lanka were bowled out for 290 in their first innings after India declared on 503/9. India captain Shubman Gill then enforced the follow-on, hoping his bowlers could finish the job and seal another big win.But Sonal Dinusha had other plans.The Sri Lankan batter scored his third century of the two-match series and remained unbeaten on 133 as Sri Lanka reached 429/9 before the…

Households across Great Britain can now generate their own solar power using a standard three-pin wall socket, under new rules designed to cut energy bills and make clean electricity more accessible. The legal change, which came into force on 27 August 2026, allows people in England, Scotland and Wales to buy portable solar panel kits rated up to 800 watts and plug them directly into their home electricity supply without hiring an electrician. According to estimates from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, the devices can provide up to 20 per cent of an average home’s electricity use…

TN NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result out The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee has released the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result for MBBS and BDS admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. A total of 9,437 seats have been allotted under the government and management quota categories.Candidates who have been allotted seats in Round 1 of the Tamil Nadu NEET UG counselling 2026 must complete the admission process and report to their allotted colleges by September 5, 2026.TN NEET UG 2026 round 1: Seat allotment detailsUnder the government quota, 7,484…

Tamil cinema fans have a long history of turning memorable movie scenes into recurring social media jokes, and ‘Vishwanath and Sons’ has now added another date to that list. A scene from the Suriya-starrer has caught the attention of meme creators, with August 27 triggering a fresh wave of posts online.The film, directed by Venky Atluri and starring Suriya and Mamitha Baiju, released in theatres on August 14. While audiences have discussed several moments from it, one recurring detail involving Suriya’s character Sanjay Vishwanath and the 27th of every month has become a favourite topic among netizens.What is the ‘Vishwanath…

When a major plan falls apart, it is easy to spend hours replaying what went wrong.Sometimes that reflection is useful. After a point, though, it becomes a loop.You cannot control the decision someone else makes, the opportunity that disappears, the past you wish you could change or the timing of something you desperately want.You can control what you do next.Maybe that means sending one more application, having one difficult conversation, learning something new, taking a break or simply getting through the week without demanding that you have your entire future figured out.Small actions count when the bigger picture feels uncertain.…

India vs Germany Live Score, Hockey World Cup 2026: India may have missed out on a place in the Women’s Hockey World Cup semifinals, but their campaign has already offered plenty of reasons for optimism. Their final assignment is against Germany in the fifth-sixth place classification match at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, where they will hope to finish on a high. The results tell an encouraging story. India have won once, drawn three times and lost only to hosts Netherlands across five matches. More importantly, their defence has stood up impressively against some of the world’s strongest teams.…

Pilot whales stranded around Hawaii Massive tangles of discarded fishing lines, ropes and plastic bags are harming marine life in the Pacific, with deep-diving whales swallowing thousands of plastic pieces in Hawaiian waters. A 13-year study of stranded short-finned pilot whales around the main Hawaiian Islands found that nearly 23 per cent of the animals examined had swallowed synthetic waste. Researchers at the Health and Stranding Lab at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa found that three adult males had each swallowed up to 12 pounds (5.4 kilograms) of ocean debris. The findings, published in the scientific journal Marine Pollution…

The Delhi Police has postponed the Physical Endurance and Measurement Test (PE&MT) for candidates appearing for several posts under the Delhi Police examination 2025, citing adverse weather conditions. The decision affects candidates who were scheduled to appear for the physical test from August 22, 2026, onwards for Constable (Executive), while the PE&MT for all candidates shortlisted for Head Constable (Ministerial), Head Constable (AWO/TPO) and Constable (Driver) has also been postponed.The recruitment authority has said that fresh dates for the postponed physical tests will be announced separately. Candidates have been advised to regularly monitor the official Delhi Police website for further…

Yash’s ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ has had a busy opening day, with the film drawing strong attention at the box office while also receiving mixed reactions from viewers. The Geetu Mohandas directorial, which arrived in theatres on August 26, has become one of the most discussed releases online, with fans debating its story, performances and mature content.The film has now found itself at the centre of another online controversy. Several social media users have claimed that the audience rating for ‘Toxic’ on BookMyShow is no longer visible. The alleged disappearance has led to questions about whether the rating…

Once mocked for wanting a Nano, trader surprises mother with ₹1.5 crore car A mother’s tears inside a new car have caught the attention of social media users. Trader Harshit Patel shared the emotional video on Instagram, along with a personal account of the financial struggles and criticism his family experienced earlier.Patel said the car was worth ₹1.5 crore. He also used the post to share how his outlook on success changed through his journey in trading.From a Nano to a ₹1.5 crore carPatel recalled that his family was once mocked when they spoke about buying a Nano.“They laughed when…