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An Indian professional based in Paris has offered a candid perspective on relocating overseas, urging aspiring migrants to weigh both the opportunities and the challenges. The dream of settling abroad often starts with a rosy picture of a high salary, better work-life balance, and a picture-perfect life on social media. The promise of earning in dollars or euros, travelling across Europe, and building a successful career can be highly fascinating and attractive.But as it is often said, behind every rosy picture lies an aisle of thorns. We discuss the rewards, but the price is rarely discussed. That is the question…

Dimple Kapadia became an overnight sensation at just 16 with her debut in Raj Kapoor’s 1973 blockbuster ‘Bobby’, opposite Rishi Kapoor. At the time, her younger sister, Simple Kapadia, was studying at a boarding school and was stunned to discover through newspaper reports that Dimple had entered the film industry. However, Dimple’s flourishing career came to an abrupt pause after the release of ‘Bobby’ when she married superstar Rajesh Khanna, who reportedly did not want his wife to continue acting. Dimple stepped away from films following their marriage.Years later, Simple followed her sister into Bollywood, making her acting debut in…

Hardik Pandya (PTI Photo) Speculation over Hardik Pandya’s future with the Mumbai Indians continues to grow, and former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has weighed in with his own assessment of how a potential blockbuster IPL trade could unfold.Pandya’s future has been the subject of intense discussion following another disappointing campaign for Mumbai Indians. Under his leadership, the franchise managed just one playoff appearance in three seasons, while the 2026 edition ended with the five-time champions finishing ninth in the 10-team table.Reports have linked both Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders with a possible move for the India all-rounder. Ashwin…

Scott, 56, is one of the world’s best-known donors. (Getty images) Native Forward Scholars Fund (NFSF) has announced how it will use the entire $50 million unrestricted donation it received from philanthropist and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ former wife, MacKenzie Scott. The organisation said every dollar of the gift will go towards supporting Native students through scholarships and long-term funding.NFSF provides scholarships to Native American students. According to the organisation, the funding will be divided into two parts. It will spend $10 million over the next five years to expand scholarships, adding around $2 million each year. The remaining $40…

Electronic devices face more than power cuts during the rainy season. High humidity can quietly affect Wi-Fi routers, laptops, televisions, and speakers even when they never come into contact with rainwater. Over time, it finds its way into charging ports, cable connections, and tiny openings that are easy to overlook. A Wi-Fi router might start running hotter than usual. Speakers can sound muffled. Charging ports may also collect condensation.Humidity is one of the biggest threats to household electronics in wet weather, but protecting them doesn’t usually need expensive equipment. A few sensible habits and the right storage conditions can improve…

NEET UG Counselling 2026 round 1 choice filling begins; submit preferences by August 13. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has commenced the round 1 choice filling process for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) Counselling 2026. It is a crucial stage in the admission process for MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical programmes. Candidates who have successfully completed registration can now log in to the official counselling portal and submit their preferred colleges and courses.The choice filling facility will remain available until August 13, after which candidates will be required to lock their preferences within the stipulated timeline. The…

‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ has become one of Bollywood’s most successful horror-comedy franchises. Every time a new part is released, fans immediately start asking about the next one. The same thing happened after ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ came out, and now people want to know about part four. Reports earlier said that ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’ was being planned, with Kartik Aaryan set to return as Rooh Baba. But director Anees Bazmee has now spoken about why the film hasn’t moved ahead despite all the excitement around it.Anees Bazmee says finding the right script, not casting, is the challengeIn conversation with Variety India, Bazmee…

FIFA president Gianni Infantino, left, and Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia clap before the World Cup round of 32 match between Argentina and Cape Verde, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo) Football’s growing divide over FIFA president Gianni Infantino showed no sign of easing on Friday, with some of his supporters publicly backing him while UEFA stood by its threat to boycott FIFA competitions.The disagreement comes a week after Infantino withdrew his proposal to raise around $4.2 billion by selling a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup and other tournaments.Football bodies around the world continued…

For most people, conservation is associated with large mammals, forests or national parks. Phil Pister spent his life proving that the survival of tiny desert fish could matter just as much. The California fisheries biologist became known for an extraordinary moment in 1969 when he realised that the last remaining Owens pupfish were in immediate danger. With no time to spare, he carried two heavy buckets containing the species across rough desert ground to a safer refuge. For a short distance, the future of the fish depended entirely on one person. Pister died in January 2023 at the age of…

Much of garlic’s scientific interest centres on allicin and related sulfur compounds.​Published in the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the review “Potential Health Benefit of Garlic Based on Human Intervention Studies: A Brief Overview” by Ansary et al. summarised evidence from human intervention studies showing that garlic and its bioactive compounds may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, antimicrobial, and metabolic effects. The authors also noted that garlic’s rapid metabolism and limited bioavailability make further well-controlled clinical research necessary to confirm some of these health benefits.​In a study published in the National Library of Medicine reviewed the effects of garlic on cardiovascular…