The given belief: Staying constantly connected, multitasking, and consuming information nonstop keeps the mind sharp.The truth: The brain thrives on downtime. Studies have shown that the brain needs rest to consolidate memory and repair itself. Constant noise—TV in the background, endless scrolling, and toggling between tasks—creates mental clutter. Over time, this hyperstimulation wears out the…
NEW DELHI: India’s flyer footfall is projected to more than double from the current 24 crore to almost 50 crore annually by 2030, which is more than the population of many countries, PM Narendra Modi said Monday while showcasing the country’s aviation success story at the International Air Transport Association’s 81st AGM here.Modi also said…
Josh Hazlewood (Pic credit: RCB) NEW DELHI: Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood has rejoined the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad ahead of the crucial IPL 2025 playoffs, providing a timely boost to the franchise’s hopes of clinching their maiden title. The experienced fast bowler arrived in Lucknow on Sunday morning, much to the relief of RCB…
Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar NEW DELHI: Former top-order batter Robin Uthappa believes that three uncapped, explosive youngsters — Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi — will “definitely” be in contention for a place in India’s squad for their T20 World Cup title defence at home next year. The recently concluded 18th season of…
Oil prices rose after Israel’s military action against Iran, intensifying the Middle East’s geopolitical instability. (AI image) Oil marketing companies’ (OMCs) shares declined significantly on Friday, with Brent crude futures climbing by $6 to $75.36 per barrel, reaching peak levels in months. Oil prices rose after Israel’s military action against Iran, intensifying the Middle East’s…
NEW DELHI: The Income Tax Department has officially notified the updated return form, called ITR-U, allowing taxpayers with an extended window of four years to rectify or update their income tax returns. This move comes in line with the amendments introduced in the Finance Act, 2025.Previously, taxpayers had a 24-month period to file an updated…
Gujarat Titans batter Sai Sudharsan will shift focus to red ball cricket after the team’s exit from IPL 2025. (AP) TimesofIndia.com in Mullanpur: Gujarat Titans (GT) opener Sai Sudharsan was gutted after Gujarat Titans’ (GT) 20-run loss in the Eliminator against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the New PCA Stadium on Friday.The southpaw, who finished the…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started accepting applications from students who wish to obtain scanned copies of their class 12th answer books. Candidates who are not satisfied with their CBSE board results can obtain scanned copies of their answer sheets by registering themselves online at cbse.gov.in. Once students receive the photocopies of…
Indian players pay tribute (Credit: @BCCI on X) NEW DELHI: The world of sport came together in solidarity following the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. Across cricket, hockey, and domestic leagues, teams paused to remember the 265 lives lost when an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed on Thursday shortly after departing Sardar…
Is ChatGPT cheating or the new normal? Colleges face an AI reckoning. (AI Image) College campuses across the US are grappling with a question that feels more philosophical than procedural: when every student uses artificial intelligence to complete assignments, is it still cheating? In 2025, the use of tools like ChatGPT is so widespread in…
