8 wickets to fast bowlers on 14-wicket day: Galle Test refuses to follow script
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- August 18, 2026
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Fourteen wickets, eight to fast bowlers and another day of twists in Galle. India squandered a dominant position with a 193-run second innings before their bowlers hit back, leaving Sri Lanka needing 288 more on the final day. The Test, much like the weather, has refused to follow the script.
Scapa Flow’s sunken German warships later became prized for pre-nuclear steel
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- August 18, 2026
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Following their scuttling in 1919, fifty-two German warships found their final resting place in Scapa Flow. Remarkably, the steel salvaged from these wrecks has been pivotal in numerous modern scientific innovations. This unique pre-nuclear steel has been instrumental in constructing sensitive radiation detectors that safeguard medical imaging and deep-space probes from erroneous readings. To this
Ganguly recalls father feeding him before school and a parenting lesson to learn
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- August 18, 2026
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Reflecting on his childhood, Sourav Ganguly shared the touching tradition of his father serving him breakfast daily before school, illustrating the strong bond it created during his early life. This underscores a valuable lesson for modern parents: establishing small, meaningful rituals can enrich family connections and turn everyday occurrences into lasting memories that children will
1st Test: India on verge of massive win as Sri Lanka four down in chase of 372
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- August 18, 2026
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India are on the brink of victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka, having pulled the hosts down to just 84 runs for four wickets. Rishabh Pant’s explosive innings of 66 has paved the way for a challenging target. Sri Lanka now confronts a daunting task on the final day, as India’s bowlers tighten
American woman loves IKEA plates; Indians say they’re basic steel thalis
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- August 18, 2026
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An influencer recently stumbled upon stylish IKEA chrome plates priced at fifteen dollars, lauding their modern design. Meanwhile, Indian consumers were quick to point out that these plates resemble their everyday thali plates commonly found in households. This sparked a conversation about the stark price difference for something viewed as ordinary in one culture but
How long can the world & India absorb the US-Iran war oil shock?
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- August 18, 2026
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In its August outlook on oil, US Energy Information Administration estimates that it will take until early 2027 for oil production and trade patterns to generally return to pre-conflict status. For how long can the global economy, and India, survive an oil shock that may be snowballing slowly to possibly hit hard?
US reservoir plan displaced 600 families; abandoned land became national park
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- August 18, 2026
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The ambitious dam project planned for the Delaware River faced substantial backlash, resulting in its cancellation. This pivotal decision ultimately fostered the establishment of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, a refuge for the river’s unspoiled segments. Factors such as environmental concerns and increasing financial burdens were significant in the cancellation, signaling a major
‘Shiva puja’ performed at ASI-protected Mehtab Bagh near Taj Mahal
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- August 18, 2026
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The Archaeological Survey of India has lodged a police complaint following a religious ceremony conducted by unidentified individuals at the Mehtab Bagh complex, which is situated north of the Taj Mahal. Footage captured the participants worshipping Lord Shiva and displaying a religious flag. Authorities have pointed fingers at suspected members of the Akhil Bharat Hindu

