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MS Dhoni is famously known as ‘Captain Cool’ for keeping his calm even in the toughest of situations. Besides his tactical acumen, batting and wicketkeeping, his way of dealing with…
The slogan of the government’s Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, aimed at universal elementary education, is ‘Sab Padhe, Sab Badhe’ (everyone should study, everyone should grow), but it appears that children in…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday filed a reply to bail plea of former Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain in a money laundering case. Special CBI judge Rakesh Syal granted…
Manchester United stuttered to a 1-1 draw at home to FC Twente in their opening Europa League game on Wednesday as Christian Eriksen scored but then made an error that…
Heavy rain in Mumbai this evening flooded many roads and led to some flight diversions. Vehicles moved slowly on the flooded roads, leading to traffic jams in many parts of…
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday (local time) on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly in…
Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut’s comment that farmers should demand a return of farm laws, brought the BJP a swipe from Congress’s Rahul Gandhi who questioned if it was a planned acid…
Former cricketer Sreesanth feels that without the swashbuckling all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, India wouldn`t have lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Seventeen years ago, on September 24, in a…
The Pakistan cricket selectors have brought back star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi for the first Test against England set to take place in Multan from October 7-11. The selectors announced…
The Embassy of India in Beirut on Wednesday issued an advisory notice strongly advising against travelling to Lebanon till further notice following the recent incident of air strikes and blasts…
The biggest challenge for the New Zealand batters on their upcoming Test tour of India will be picking the turning ball and more so the odd one that skids through,…
Veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon feels there is no room for error when bowling to Rishabh Pant, adding that the young India wicketkeeper-batter has a superabundance of talent to tame…
The tides of Indian cinema are rising as two highly anticipated films, `Devara: Part 1` starring NTR Jr. and `Jigra` featuring Alia Bhatt, make waves across the industry. In a…
Bollywood actress Sobhita Dhulipala, who is all set to tie the knot with Naga Chaitanya, opened up about their engagement which took place in August. The ‘Monkey Man’ star spoke…
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan on Wednesday revealed that he didn`t have the “inspiration” left to take the domestic cricket route for a place in the national side and that…
Israel’s army chief told soldiers Wednesday to prepare for a possible ground offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon as US President Joe Biden warned against “all-out war” in the Middle East.…
Vladimir Putin today issued a nuclear warning to the West in the event of a “massive” air attack on Russia. This includes the use of cruise missiles which the UK…
The second phase of polling in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections saw a voter turnout of over 56 per cent on Wednesday, with the democratic exercise passing off peacefully…
A top human rights activist in Manipur has raised concern over threats by the Imphal-based group Meitei Leepun (ML) after he gave legal aid to a Norwegian national, who, he…
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the custodian of the super-rich shrine of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala hills here has lodged a police complaint against Tamil Nadu-based AR Dairy Foods Pvt Ltd…
The Bombay High Court has quashed the Union government’s decision permitting post-facto clearance for projects constructed in Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) areas in violation of rules. A division bench of…
The heart and soul of judging is the need to be impartial and fair and it is important that every judge is aware of his or her own predispositions, the…
A 36-year-old man from Jammu and Kashmir was detained by police after he arrived in Khavda village in Gujarat’s Kutch district, intending to cross the border into Pakistan to meet…
The Manipur Security Adviser today said intelligence received from “different quarters” about infiltration by 900 Kuki militants from Myanmar could not be substantiated on the ground, and so “there is…
US President Joe Biden warned Wednesday of the possibility of an “all-out war” in the Middle East but said he was hopeful a settlement was still achievable for the conflict-torn…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) continued to distance itself from the BJP MP Kangana Ranaut’s statement on farm laws and National Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill on Wednesday labelled her remarks as…
Two days after Badlapur sex assault accused Akshay Shinde was shot dead in custody, the Bombay High Court asked tough questions to police about the circumstances leading to the 24-year-old’s…
A case was registered against YouTuber Harsha Sai here following a complaint lodged by a woman who accused him of ‘rape’ and ‘blackmailing’ her for money after taking nude photos…
A Class 9 student drowned while taking a bath in a river after bunking school classes in Katni district of Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday, police said. The incident occurred in…
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren, who joined the BJP last month, on Wednesday accused the Hemant Soren government in the state of putting his life at risk by withdrawing…
A man was tied to an electric pole and beaten with sticks after his younger brother allegedly eloped with a woman here, police said on Wednesday. A purported video of…
Delhi Police has accorded ‘Z’ security cover to Atishi, days after she was sworn in as the chief minister of Delhi, official sources said on Wednesday. On Saturday, she was…
Ace fighter pilot Air Marshal SP Dharkar has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of Air Staff. He would be succeeding incumbent Air Marshal AP Singh, who has been…
A minor girl was allegedly ‘gang-raped’ by five persons, including two of her friends, in Odisha’s Rourkela city, police said on Wednesday. Police have registered a case in Raghunathpalli police…
Demanding a house and other property for himself from the government, a man in Odisha’s Sundargarh district has kept a school under siege for five days and injured three people…
Eight minors, including seven girls, drowned while taking bath in ponds in two different villages in Bihar’s Aurangabad district during ‘Jivitputrika’ festival on Wednesday, officials said. Four people each drowned…
YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will visit Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple at Tirumala Hills and offer prayers on September 28, as part of the statewide temple rituals called by…
The Assam government held a crucial meeting on Wednesday with leaders of the All Assam Students Union (AASU) to discuss the implementation of Clause 6 of the Assam Accord. The…
Two-time Pro Kabaddi League runners-up, Gujarat Giants, will be looking to put their best foot forward in a bid to secure the elusive PKL title in Season 11. One of…
India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, along with cricketing stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant, was spotted together at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport as they prepared to leave for Kanpur…
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan on Wednesday revealed that he didn’t have the “inspiration” left to take the domestic cricket route for a place in the national side and that…
Goals from Ezequiel Vidal and Filip Mrzljak helped Punjab FC defeat Hyderabad FC 2-0 and make it three wins in a row for the side in the Indian Super League…
Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker, known to give befitting replies on social media, recently called out a news portal for misinterpreting her husband Fahad Ahmad`s recent comment on their sexual orientation.…
The Multiplex Association of India has responded to filmmaker Karan Johar`s recent statement that families in India do not wish to watch movies at a cinema hall due to the…
Restaurants and eateries in Himachal Pradesh will now have to display the names of their owners and staff, with the state’s Congress government deciding to follow the example of the…
A Lord Shiva temple was partially damaged after some people sneaked into the compound at night and set it on fire in Manipur’s Senapati district. Sources said the temple was…
A misunderstanding between Tamil Actor Karthi and actor-politician Pawan Kalyan over a comment on the alleged adulteration of Tirupati laddoos has now come to a close. Mr Kalyan, who is…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hailed the completion of ten years of ‘Make In India’ initiative and said that the collective resolve of 140 crore Indians was transforming the…
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has written to the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, asking her to link insurance premiums of vehicles to the number of traffic violations recorded against…
Senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionary Sunil Ambekar on Wednesday termed BJP president JP Nadda’s remarks that the saffron party had grown from relying on the RSS to becoming self-sufficient…
Malayalam film actor Sidhique on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court challenging the Kerala High Court order denying him anticipatory bail in a rape case. According to the Supreme Court website,…
Riding on a sensational century in his Test comeback, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant on Wednesday re-entered the ICC Test rankings at an impressive sixth position but India skipper Rohit Sharma and…
Sony Entertainment Television’s quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16, hosted by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, continues to captivate audiences with its heartwarming stories and thrilling gameplay. Delving into his…
The tickets for the Women`s T20 World Cup 2024 in the UAE went on sale on Wednesday with the cheapest ones costing as little as five UAE dirham(approximately Rs 114).…
The Green Park curator said on Wednesday that the wicket for the second Test between India and Bangladesh will be an ideal five-day pitch that will assist pacers in the…
The Indian round of the MotoGP championship was on Wednesday postponed to 2026 with the organisers citing “operational circumstances” as the reason behind another delay. The Indian Grand Prix was…
The All India Chess Federation announced a whopping Rs 3.2 crore in rewards for the historic 45th Olympiad-winning Indian teams during a felicitation ceremony in New Delhi on Wednesday. AICF…
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, who made her debut at the Paris Fashion Week 2024, captivated everyone with her stylish appearance as she strutted on the runway among other eminent personalities…
Victoria captain Will Sutherland has confirmed Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell will be available for a couple of Sheffield Shield matches in the early part of the summer as the allrounder…
The Mahindra Thar Roxx was recently launched in the country, and it is enjoying strong attention from the off-roading community. Sadly, the brand had been tight-lipped about the prices of…
No city or village in certain areas has been spared in the Israeli strikes on Lebanon in which over 500 civilians, including 50 children have been killed, a resident of…
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) reportedly operated its three aircraft carriers for exercises or tests over the past week for the first time. The show of “strength” by…
Akash Deep, the latest addition to India’s ever-growing pace battery, on Wednesday credited skipper Rohit Sharma for his seamless transition from domestic to international cricket and said the exceptional work…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for an urgent meeting of Moscow’s top security council to discuss its nuclear deterrence. The move comes amid rising concerns in Russia over Ukraine…
YSR Congress party chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has called on the people to take part in a pooja — religious rituals — across Andhra Pradesh this Saturday to “atone…
As India gears up for the Women’s T20 World Cup, spinner Poonam Yadav shared her insights about the team’s possible combination and said that Deepti Sharma will play a key…
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday announced Rs 18,066 in minimum wage for unskilled, Rs 19,929 for semi-skilled, and Rs 21,917 for skilled workers in the unorganised sector. In her…
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday expressed its displeasure with the Maharashtra government for not constituting a Child Safety Committee despite directions in the wake of the Badlapur school sexual…
Ace fighter pilot Air Marshal SP Dharkar has been appointed as the next Vice Chief of Air Staff. He would be succeeding incumbent Air Marshal AP Singh, who has been…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday halted his speech during the Gohana rally in Haryana for a couple of minutes when he spotted a young boy standing on a chair…
Bollywood star Alia Bhatt was spotted returning to Mumbai after her glamorous appearance at Paris Fashion Week (PFW). The actress, who has been making waves internationally, was accompanied by her…
Sandhya Suri’s acclaimed Hindi film `Santosh`, starring Shahana Goswami, has been selected by the British Academy as the UK`s submission to the Oscars in the international feature film category. The…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction is expected to be held at the end of this year. Mega auctions often throw interesting combinations with the tricky part being…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded India’s young chess players for their historic achievement at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, where both the men’s and women’s teams clinched…
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday announced Rs 18,066 in minimum wage for unskilled, Rs 19,929 for semi-skilled, and Rs 21,917 for skilled workers in the unorganised sector. In her…
Dev Anand Birth Anniversary 2024: ‘Na sukh hai, na dukh hai, na deen hai, na duniya, na insaan, na bhagwan … sirf main hoon, main hoon, main hoon, main ……
The Indian cricket team has started training for the second India vs Bangladesh Test in Kanpur, that starts on Friday. India have already won the first Test with ease and…
Former India cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy on Wednesday said that the Women in Blue will be “very dominant” in the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Earlier on Wednesday, the Indian…
Remembering his father and veteran star Feroz Khan on his birth anniversary, Fardeen Khan penned an emotional note on Instagram. In the post, he talked about the traits that the…
Anura Kumara Dissanayake – Sri Lanka’s new Marxist President – said he wants to avoid being “sandwiched” between India and China but recognises each as a “valued partner”, as he…
After the first Test of the Indian vs Bangladesh in Chennai, the action now shifts to Kanpur. India would be aiming for a clean sweep in the two-match series at…
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kangana Ranaut today said she “regrets” her comment that the three farm laws — that were at the core of the farmers’ protest in…
The Supreme Court today closed proceedings against Karnataka High Court Judge Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda, following his public apology for controversial comments made during court sessions. Chief Justice of India DY…
Smoke started billowing out of the tail of a Dubai-bound Emirates flight at Chennai airport last night. A plume of white smoke was coming out from the engine compartment of…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the Congress saying if it comes to power in Haryana even by mistake, stability and development will be at…
A special POCSO court in Maharashtra’s Thane district has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment after holding him guilty of sexually abusing his nine-year-old daughter, a case…
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday announced Rs 18,066 in minimum wage for unskilled, Rs 19,929 for semi-skilled, and Rs 21,917 for skilled workers in the unorganised sector. In her…
The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on Wednesday served a notice to wrestler Vinesh Phogat for whereabouts failure and sought an explanation within 14 days. All the athletes registered with NADA’s…
Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor recently purchased a new scooter, the RUV 350i EX. On Wednesday afternoon, the Singham Again star received the scooter at his home, where paparazzi gathered to…
Dev Anand Birth Anniversary 2024: ‘Na sukh hai, na dukh hai, na deen hai, na duniya, na insaan, na bhagwan … sirf main hoon, main hoon, main hoon, main ……
Varun Dhawan‘s latest Instagram entry deserves everyone’s attention. Why, you ask? Well, for starters, it comes with a truckload of humour. The actor will be sharing screen space with Samantha…
Jitesh Sharma could well pip Ishan Kishan for second wicketkeeper’s slot in the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian T20 team which will play three T20Is against the Bangladesh starting October 6 in…
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Wednesday announced Rs 18,066 in minimum wage for unskilled, Rs 19,929 for semi-skilled, and Rs 21,917 for skilled workers in the unorganised sector. In her…
Former India cricketer and reputed pundit Sanjay Manjrekar has stated that he would like to see chinaman Kuldeep Yadav return to India’s playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh…
The anticipation is over! Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the ‘main element’ has been revealed, and it comes with the thrilling tagline, ’Darwaza Khulega Iss Diwali’ —setting the stage for a cinematic…
`The Great Indian Kapil Show` is back with a bang! Kapil Sharma will be seen hosting the cast of `Devara`, including Saif Ali Khan, Jr NTR, and Janhvi Kapoor, on…
Divya Dutta was last seen in the film `Sharmajee Ki Beti` directed by Tahira Kashyap Khurana. The actress made her debut in Hindi cinema in 1994 with the film `Ishq…
Fresh from his exploits in India’s first-ever title-winning campaign at the Chess Olympiad, Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has decided against defending his crown at the 10th Vugar Gashimov Memorial Chess Super…
Premier batter Virat Kohli and the flamboyant Rishabh Pant have once again been named in a jumbo 84-member Delhi`s Ranji Trophy probables list although the duo is unlikely to be…
The Mumbai-based production house Pooja Entertainment, headed by Vashu Bhagnani, continues to level allegations of financial fraud. First, they put forth the allegations against director Ali Abbas Zafar for misappropriation…