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India’s Virat Kohli (ANI Photo) Virat Kohli added another milestone to his glittering career during the second ODI against England, moving past Australian great Ricky Ponting to become the fifth-most capped player in the history of international cricket. The match marked Kohli’s 561st international appearance, taking him ahead of Ponting’s tally of 560 matches. Only four players now stand above the former India captain on the all-time list, with Sachin Tendulkar continuing to hold the record. Most international appearances PlayerSpanMatchesSachin Tendulkar1989-2013664Mahela Jayawardene1997-2015652Kumar Sangakkara2000-2015594Sanath Jayasuriya1989-2011586Virat Kohli2008-2026561Ricky Ponting1995-2012560MS Dhoni2004-2019538 Kohli celebrated the landmark with another composed innings, scoring 65 off 66 balls…

Image Credit: Raphael Zufferey Nature has given us amphibians in various forms, from frogs to other multi-environment creatures, yet few things transcend the different domains of Earth as remarkably as the diving birds that inspired the MIT and EPFL researchers. For so long, scientists have long dreamt of a machine that can fly through the clouds like a bird, swim into the depths of the ocean, and then back into the sky, seamlessly. Water diving birds like the ‘Atlantic puffin’ glide effortlessly between the air and the ocean, despite the two environments having different physical properties. Now a team of…

A new monkey species, likweli, was discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Researchers first spotted an unfamiliar primate in a blurry photograph in 2008. Further sightings led to a dedicated search between 2018 and 2022. This newly identified species has distinctive orange lips and a calm nature. Conservationists now recommend listing the likweli as Endangered due to its limited range. Nature is endowed with innumerable creatures, and some of them remain unknown to mankind. While some discoveries happen in a lab, under a microscope, others happen just when someone unexpectedly spots a marvel hidden in the jungles, oceans, and…

Thousands of candidates waiting for the first round of undergraduate admissions at the University of Delhi (DU) are left refreshing their screens Wednesday evening as the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) Round 1 seat allotment list is yet to be released.The first allocation list was scheduled to be published at 5 pm on July 16 through candidates’ dashboards on the DU UG Admission portal. However, even after the announced time, the allotment status is not visible. Some also reported difficulties accessing the portal, with the portal either loading slowly or failing to open.The first allocation list is expected to be…

Adinath Kothare and wife Urmila Kanetkar Marathi actors Adinath Kothare and Urmila Kanetkar have announced that they are parting ways after almost 15 years of marriage. The couple took to social media on July 16 to share a joint statement, revealing that the decision was made mutually and amicably. They also reassured everyone that their daughter, Jizah, will remain their highest priority as they continue to co-parent her together.In their heartfelt note, the duo requested privacy during this phase of their lives. Their statement read, “To our friends, media, and well-wishers, after much thought and consideration, Urmilla Kanetkar and I,…

KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan (PTI Photo) India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul missed the second ODI against England at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff after falling ill. The visitors made one change to their playing XI, with Ishan Kishan coming in as Rahul’s replacement.England captain Harry Brook won the toss and elected to bowl first, hoping to make use of the conditions. India, meanwhile, said they would have preferred to bowl as well but were forced into a change because of Rahul’s absence. Confirming the reason at the toss, India captain Shubman Gill said, “We would have bowled first as well. Doing…

Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos Growing up, Lauren Sánchez could not afford to buy a prom dress from a department store, so she hand-stitched her own red gown. Today, as vice chair of the Bezos Earth Fund, she and her husband, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, are donating $34 million to help reshape the future of clothing.The multimillion-dollar investment aims to speed up the development of sustainable textiles by funding research into biodegradable fibres, plastic-free synthetic silk, and fabrics grown from bacteria fed with agricultural waste. The money will also support research into stronger cotton varieties and spider-silk-inspired materials made from…

Some animals sleep with one brain hemisphere while the other remains alert. This adaptation allows them to stay aware of their surroundings and potential dangers. Dolphins and mallard ducks exhibit this unique sleeping behavior for survival. Crocodiles and fur seals also utilize this strategy in different environments. Frigate birds even employ this tactic during long flights over oceans. Sleep is supposed to be the one time a body fully lets its guard down. Eyes closed, muscles relaxed, awareness fades, and for most of us, that’s exactly the point.But out in the wild, going fully unconscious for hours at a stretch…

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has declared the JoSAA Counselling 2026 round 5 seat allotment result today, July 16. Candidates who took part in the counselling process can now check their allotment status by visiting the official website, josaa.nic.in.To access the result, candidates will have to log in using their application number and password.Candidates who have been allotted a seat must download their seat allotment letter and complete the online reporting process through the admission portal on or before July 20, 2026. Completing the reporting process within the deadline is necessary to confirm the allotted seat.How to check JoSAA…

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is embracing one of the happiest phases of her life as she prepares to welcome her first child. The actress recently celebrated a private baby shower with husband Raj Nidimoru, and pictures from the intimate gathering have now taken over social media. It was a warm and personal ceremony, with only close family members and relatives in attendance. Fans were delighted to see the couple smiling together as they celebrate the arrival of their baby.Samantha’s baby shower pictures delight fans onlineThe traditional baby shower photos soon went viral, and the fans showered love and blessings on the…