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Jofra Archer (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: England have made two changes to their playing XI for the second T20I against India at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester on Saturday.Fast bowler Jofra Archer returns to the side, while Josh Tongue is set to make his T20I debut.The duo replaces Saqib Mahmood and Luke Wood, who have been left out after the rain-hit opening match.Josh Tongue set for T20I debutTongue, who has represented England in Tests and ODIs, will now make his maiden appearance in T20 internationals.Archer’s return also strengthens England’s pace attack as the hosts look to take the lead in…

PSEB introduces online Pustak Portal to provide discounted textbooks and transparent distribution The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has launched the PSEB Pustak Portal, an e-commerce platform that enables students, parents and schools to order PSEB-authored and printed textbooks online. The initiative aims to improve access to authentic textbooks, make learning materials more affordable and prevent overcharging by private booksellers.According to PSEB, more than 12 lakh students across Punjab are expected to benefit from the portal. Textbooks will be available at a flat 15% discount, leading to an estimated annual saving of nearly Rs 2.15 crore for students and parents.…

Country music icon Dolly Parton has thanked Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for their USD 2 million donation to her Imagination Library. The couple, who are set to wed today, July 3, made headlines on Thursday after word spread that they have made a huge USD 26 million donation to various charities ahead of their bug day.One of those charities was Parton’s literacy initiative, which provides free books to children from birth until they begin school. Parton shared a heartfelt video message on social media on Friday, expressing her gratitude to the couple while also delivering a playful joke about…

Private Discord messages between Twitch streamer Nick “Nmplol” and his former wife, Malena Tudi, have gone viral after YouTuber Henry Resilient shared screenshots on X. The posts quickly spread across social media, with many people discussing the argument shown in the messages. The screenshots appear to show a disagreement over control, gaslighting, and money. Soon after they were shared, Nmplol responded publicly, saying the screenshots do not tell the full story. Malena Tudi has not made any public statement about the leaked messages at the time of writing.Nmplol responds after leaked Discord messages with Malena Tudi go viralThe screenshots were…

In a recent Madras High Court decision, a Division Bench granted a husband’s appeal for divorce after finding that his wife had subjected him to mental cruelty. The judgment has drawn attention because the wife admitted to removing the thali chain (mangalsutra) when the couple separated. That single fact sparked questions: Does taking off a thali automatically mean cruelty? Can it end a marriage by itself? Here’s what really happened and what made the Court grant the divorce:Why the thali matters: Culture, symbolism and emotionFor many Hindus, especially in southern India, the thali or mangalsutra is not merely jewellery. It…

A few days after bringing down the curtain on his international career, Ben Stokes posted a farewell message on social media, thanking his teammates, supporters and everyone who was part of his journey during what he called a “mad 15 years”.Stokes announced his retirement during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Moments after issuing an official statement, he claimed his final wicket for England.His international career ended in a 160-run defeat as New Zealand won the third Test and the series, with Stokes watching the closing stages from the balcony after being dismissed in his final innings.The…

The Bihar School Examination Board has invited applications from qualified teachers for its free JEE and NEET coaching programme, an initiative aimed at supporting talented students from financially weaker backgrounds. Eligible candidates can apply until July 10, while shortlisted applicants will be interviewed in Patna on July 12. The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has initiated a recruitment process for hiring eligible teaching faculty for their JEE and NEET free coaching program which is being designed to assist meritorious candidates belonging to weaker sections of society in preparing for the toughest exams in India.The board has invited applications from eligible…

The big day when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally say ‘I Do’ is here and it is proving to be nothing short of an American royal wedding.The star couple, will officially tie the knot on Friday, July 3 at the Madison Square Garden, in the presence of their family, friends and celebrity guests. With the celebrations all set to kick off at 5pm, guests were spotted dressing their best as they left their hotels well in time to reach the venue.With the venue becoming the centre of attention, the bride and groom have erected tents to ensure absolute privacy.…

Representative image (ANI) The banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a deadly “fidayee” (suicide commando) attack on a Pakistan coast guard camp in the Panwan area of Jiwani in Gwadar. The separatist group claimed that more than 30 Pakistani security personnel were killed and several others injured in the attack, The Balochistan Post reported.According to the report, the attack took place on Friday evening and was carried out by the BLA’s elite Majeed Brigade. The group claimed that a suicide bomber, identified as Attaullah Baloch alias Ajmal, drove an explosive-laden Mazda truck into the heavily guarded Coast…

Person struggling with heatwave (Image Credit: Canva) Most people walk past their thermostat dozens of times a week without ever touching the fan setting. It sits quietly between “Auto” and “On,” and unless something feels off in the house, it’s easy to forget it’s even there. But this overlooked switch has a real effect on your comfort, utility bill, and the lifespan of your HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) equipment. With many regions experiencing intense heatwaves and air conditioners running for longer hours even small changes to your thermostat settings can make a noticeable difference. While lowering the temperature…