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Ashiana Vatsalya, in collaboration with The Hindu Group, will host the Senior Living Conclave 2025 on July 27 at Taj Coromandel, Nungambakkam, starting at 9:30 a.m. Titled “Rediscovering Joy at 50 and Beyond,” the conclave will bring together seniors, caregivers, healthcare professionals and industry stakeholders to engage in conversations around active ageing, retirement living, wellness and evolving care solutions. The event will spotlight the growing relevance of dignified and community-driven senior living in India. Ankur Gupta, joint managing director of Ashiana Housing Ltd., will deliver the keynote address, offering insights into the future of senior care and the importance of…

Before the ODI series began, captain Harmanpreet Kaur spoke of a happy headache when it comes to selection, thanks to India’s widening talent pool. Her personal form, however, wasn’t a headache of the happy kind, though India were making up for her lack of runs elsewhere. Harmanpreet’s returns in the T20I series were 1, 23, 26 and 15. Then in the ODIs, she scored 17 and 7 in the first two games. With the ODI World Cup around the corner, the skipper would have dearly liked to spend some time in the middle and get some form going. She did…

A head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a haulage truck killed 17 people in northeastern Zimbabwe on Tuesday police said. Police spokesman Paul Nyathi said all 17 victims, including some pedestrians, died at the scene of the crash, which happened near Chitungwiza, a densely populated town about 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) southeast of the capital, Harare. Nyathi said the truck veered into the opposite lane and collided with the minibus after the driver lost control. Before the impact, the truck struck two pedestrians walking on the “island of the road,” he said. Story continues below this ad Fifteen of…

NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with Kevin Combs of McKeany-Flavell about the U.S. sugar industry’s capacity to meet demand for a new Coke drink made with U.S. cane sugar.

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with excitement and anticipation. However, it’s also important to be aware of potential health complications that can arise.Recognising the signs and understanding the risks can empower expecting mothers to seek timely medical intervention, promoting a safer pregnancy experience, said Dr Pooja C Thukral, Consultant – Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Faridabad. Here, Dr Thukral explained three common complications to be mindful of: Story continues below this ad 1. Gestational Diabetes What it is: Diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy, gestational diabetes occurs due to hormonal changes affecting how the body processes…

With no word from the government on the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar, barring an acknowledgement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday noon, what precipitated his sudden move is being attributed to two signature-collection drives to move a motion to impeach Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma for the alleged cash found in his premises.The first of these was by the Opposition which started two weeks ago but picked up momentum Sunday, to collect at least 50 signatures – the minimum needed to move a motion in the Rajya Sabha – to initiate the removal of Justice Varma. The government…

Key Takeaway Even in economy, passengers can score perks like alcoholic drinks, amenity kits, and Wi-Fi, depending on the airline and route. Flight attendants are more likely to grant requests after the main service, especially when passengers are polite and patient. Just because you’re flying economy doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a few special perks. Even if these extras aren’t always widely advertised, they’re often available if you ask. As Dollar Flight Club founder and CEO Jesse Neugarten points out, “Many travelers don’t realize that even in economy, a polite request can get you a few helpful extras.” However, Quinn…

Chinese authorities have removed a former leader of Tibet from office over alleged crimes, including taking bribes and engaging in “superstitious activities”, the country’s top anti-corruption bodies said Tuesday (July 22, 2025). Qizhala – who was governor of the western region from 2017 to 2021 – was dismissed over “serious violations of discipline”, a statement said, a common euphemism for corruption. He had most recently served as a member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, the country’s main political advisory body. Beijing’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and National Supervisory Commission said Qizhala “betrayed” his original mission by accepting…

UN chief Antonio Guterres says ‘the fossil fuel age is flailing and failing’ as renewable energy becomes cheaper.The global switch to renewable energy has passed a “positive tipping point”, and solar and wind power will become even cheaper and more widespread, according to two reports. Last year, 74 percent of the growth in electricity generated worldwide was from wind, solar and other green sources, according to a report compiled by multiple United Nations agencies called Seizing the Moment of Opportunity. It was published on Tuesday. It found that 92.5 percent of all new electricity capacity added to the grid worldwide…

The tech companies did not immediately respond to requests for comment [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Three U.S. Republican House lawmakers on Monday asked the CEOs of Alphabet, Facebook parent Meta, Amazon.com and Microsoft if they have adopted adequate safeguards to address growing national security concerns on submarine communications cables.Washington has been raising alarm about the network of more than 400 subsea cables that handle 99% of international internet traffic and about threats from China and Russia.The letter raised concerns that entities affiliated with China “such as SBSS, Huawei Marine, China Telecom, and China Unicom, have continued to provide maintenance…