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A Junior National Games gold medallist power-lifter died in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district, police said on Wednesday, after a 270kg rod fell on her neck during practice. The female powerlifter Yashtika…
The reports around the financial fraud controversy surrounding Raj & DK, emerged yesterday, as Bollywood Hungama reported that Amazon Prime Video had shelved the director duo’s upcoming project titled Gulkanda…
The Champions Trophy 2025 is a landmark tournament for Pakistan cricket with the nation hosting a major ICC tournament for the first time in nearly three decades. However, the first…
Rockstar was released in theatres on November 11, 2011. The film had Ranbir Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri in the lead. It also marked the posthumous screen appearance of the legendary…
Pakistan got a major injury scare during the opening game of Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday. The side’s star batter Fakhar Zaman injured himself while trying to field a ball…
If an alien were to gain insights into the immigrant ‘situation’ currently playing out in the US, the Netflix show Mo would act as a good gateway. Except, it might…
Controversial social media personality Andrew Tate appears to have found an unlikely ally, arguably the most powerful man in the world. US President Donald Trump is reportedly pushing Romania to…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been criticised by BJP leaders over her “Mrityu Kumbh” comment, but got a supporter in Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, the 46th Shankaracharya of the…
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday raked up, again, his party’s allegations about large-scale voter fraud, including manipulation of electoral rolls, ahead of elections. Over the past decade the Congress,…
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday hit back at his Bengal counterpart, Mamata Banerjee, over her comments about the death of 30 people in the Maha Kumbh stampede.…
The bodies of three members of a family with their wrists slit were found under mysterious circumstances at their residence in the Tangra area of eastern Kolkata on Wednesday. The…
No matter how glitzy, glamorous, and trendy T20 cricket might become, the curious thing is that in the collective cricketing consciousness, the longer the format, the more weight a tournament…
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has refuted a report that said faecal bacteria present in water at many places at the Maha Kumbh did not meet the criteria of…
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday came down hard on the centre and Indian Railways over the stampede last week at the New Delhi Railway Station, in which 18 people…
A second-year MBBS student was allegedly assaulted at a medical college in Karnataka’s Vijayapura. The victim, Hameem, a second-year MBBS student at Al-Ameen Medical College is from Jammu and Kashmir’s…
A 34-year-old Mumbai man, who long dreamt of being a father, became a parent on Sunday after adopting a three-year-old boy from an orphanage in Ahmedabad. It was the first…
A photo of a political worker and head of a Hindutva outfit in Uttar Pradesh, Manoj Srivastava is viral, misidentifying him as the father of Advik Srivastava (21), the accused…
In a POCSO case, the Delhi High Court emphasized that while the legal age of consent is crucial for protecting minors, adolescents should be permitted to express their feelings and…
The UK government on Wednesday announced stricter rules for online retailers selling knives, along with tougher penalties for failing to enforce them, as part of a new crackdown named in…
Doctors at a hospital in Hyderabad removed a pen cap from the lungs of a man, who had accidentally ingested it 21 years ago. The 26-year-old from Karimnagar recently approached…
A mechanical engineer from IIT-Roorkie who has served as the chief secretary of Haryana, Vivek Joshi on Wednesday assumed charge as an election commissioner. At 58, Joshi is one of…
Calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a “friend”, former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday said that it is “always exciting” to hear PM Modi’s vision for India. Rishi Sunak…
The Uttar Pradesh jail administration is making arrangements to bring holy water from Prayagraj’s Sangam to 75 jails across the state, allowing inmates to participate in the Maha Kumbh. According…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday urged Nepalese students of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) to return to the campus here and resume studies, assuring them that…
Three women Maoists were killed on Wednesday in an encounter with the police in Madhya Pradesh’s Balaghat district, an official said. The anti-Maoist Hawk Force of the state police and…
Emma Raducanu was targeted by “a man who exhibited fixated behaviour” during the WTA 1000 tournament in Dubai, tennis officials said Wednesday, after the former US Open champion was reduced…
The Champions Trophy 2025 started with a match between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday. The Champions Trophy 2025 marks a return of ICC events to Pakistan after…
Superstar Salman Khan is currently in Saudi Arabia shooting for a cameo in a big-budget Hollywood thriller. The news was first revealed by Mid-day on February 17. Now, a video…
As India commemorates the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the makers of `The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj` have unveiled a breathtaking poster that radiates power, devotion,…
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto exuded confidence ahead of his team’s Champions Trophy opener against India, emphasising that his side has the firepower to challenge the two-time champions. With a…
Ajay Devgn recently took to his official Instagram handle and penned a sincere birthday wish for his mother, Veena Devgan. The Singham actor shared a black and white picture of…
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly remains a sought-after figure in the world of endorsements with more than 40 brands currently associated with him. The 52-year-old promotes a wide range of…
In a surprising turn of events, Netflix has reportedly deleted all of Urvashi Rautela’s scenes from the film Daaku Maharaaj. According to a source close to the development, the popular…
Netflix has cleared the air on rumours of Urvashi Rautela’s scenes being deleted from Nandamuri Balakrishna’s film Daaku Maharaaj. The reports are not true, Netflix shared. Daaku Maharaaj drops on…
A turbulent recent cricketing past has made a resonant effort mandatory for India in the Champions Trophy, and their opening match against a tricky Bangladesh here on Thursday will be…
In a twisted turn of events, a team of Delhi police – who went to Uttar Pradesh’s Lalitpur to arrest two constables – were detained by the UP police. The…
Pakistan got a major injury scare during the opening game of Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday. The side’s star batter Fakhar Zaman injured himself while trying to field a ball…
BTS’ J-Hope turned 31 on February 18, 2025. Fans across the globe flooded social media with love, but the real party happened behind closed doors. In a video making the…
Zanai Bhosle is soaking in the success of her latest song, Kehndi Hai. In a recent Instagram post, the granddaughter of legendary singer Asha Bhosle is seen vibing to the…
The battle between Tamil Nadu’s ruling DMK and the BJP – over the centre’s three-language policy and the ‘imposition of Hindi‘ – ramped up Tuesday after Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi…
The Bharatiya Janata Party‘s guest list for Thursday – when the new Delhi Chief Minister will take his/her oath, 11 days after it won the election – includes gig workers,…
India’s legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt message for Milind Rege’s family and friends following his demise on Wednesday. Former Mumbai captain Milind Rege passed away after suffering a…
Arjun Kapoor’s relationship status has been a topic of discussion ever since reports surfaced about his breakup with Malaika Arora. Now, comedian Harsh Gujral has added a lighthearted twist to…
The Pakistan vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 clash officially ended Pakistan’s 29-year-long wait to host an ICC event. It was Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan who won the toss and…
India vice-captain Shubman Gill on Wednesday dethroned Babar Azam of Pakistan from the No. 1 spot in the ICC ODI Rankings for batters on the back of his strong show…
Elon Musk is a “parasitic illegal immigrant”, Steve Bannon, the former White House chief strategist, has said, following the Tesla CEO’s efforts to reduce the size of the federal government…
Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE Updates, Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and opted to bowl against New Zealand in the opening match of the highly…
Real estate firm Raymond Ltd on Wednesday reported a cyber security incident at the company that impacted some of its IT assets. In a regulatory filing, Raymond Ltd informed that…
Former all-rounder, Ranji Trophy captain, chief selector, mentor…. Milind Rege, the man who wore many hats in the world of Mumbai cricket, has passed away.Rege succumbed to a heart-related illness…
Production is underway on the India schedule of the upcoming biopic G D Naidu, featuring R Madhavan in the role of Indian inventor and engineer Gopalswamy Doraiswamy Naidu. Madhavan will…
Bhumi Pednekar is one of the most versatile actresses in the industry right now. After delivering a powerful performance in Bhakshak (2024), she will next be seen in the comedy…
Rehman Zaid is from Muscat and Fatima is from Oman. They waited for hours to catch a glimpse of India’s superstar cricketers here to turn a long-cherished dream into reality.…
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn penned a heartwarming note for his nephew Aaman Devgan on his birthday on Tuesday. Taking to his Instagram handle, Ajay Devgn praised his nephew Aaman`s hard…
JioStar Network will be the home of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, delivering a ground-breaking presentation of the prestigious tournament starting February 19. With the world’s top eight teams…
Prayagraj District Magistrate (DM) Ravindra Mandar on Tuesday categorically denied rumours circulating on social media regarding an extension of the Maha Kumbh Mela due to heavy crowds. Dismissing these claims,…
As world leaders gathered in Munich, Germany, for Europe’s top annual security conference, placating, pleasing, and managing US President Donald Trump stood as a top agenda. Trump’s phone call to…
Gunmen in volatile southwest Pakistan shot seven bus passengers dead after identifying them as being from another region, officials said Wednesday. Security forces have been battling sectarian, ethnic and separatist…
The White House has posted a controversial video showing undocumented immigrants being shackled and led onto a deportation flight from Seattle. The 41-second clip on X, titled “ASMR: Illegal Alien…
A man driving an SUV tried to run over four people at the gate of a posh apartment complex in Mumbai after the guards stopped him from entering. CCTV footage…
In a joint televised interview with billionaire Elon Musk, US President Donald Trump made it clear that India will not be spared from Washington’s reciprocal tariffs. In a conversation with…
Kajol showered some “mami” love on her nephew Aaman Devgan, who turned a year older on Tuesday. Posting an adorable selfie with Aaman, Kajol on Instagram Story wrote, “Happy Happy…
Actor Ishaan Khatter has been spending time in Kashmir, where he recently shot “Something Lovely.” Sharing pictures from his time in the valley, Ishaan gave fans a glimpse of the…
Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who is enjoying the success of her latest film `Chhaava` opposite Vicky Kaushal, treated fans to a cute selfie. The `Animal` actress on Tuesday took to her…
Alia Bhatt recently expressed her admiration for Vicky Kaushal’s performance in the film Chhaava. In a sweet post, the actress shared that she simply can’t get over his exceptional portrayal.…
Mindy Kaling, the actress, screenwriter, and producer was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at Hollywood Boulevard on Tuesday. As industry colleagues and fans showered her…
Actor Arjun Kapoor, who worked with director Anees Bazmee in the 2017 romantic-comedy film, `Mubarakan`, is excited to team up with him again for `No Entry 2`, also starring Varun…
Varun Badola, Rajeshwari Sachdev and Wamiqa Gabbi Avec fam There’s something special about taking your family to watch a movie. Tamannaah Bhatia is seen spending quality time with her fam…
Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz will be aiming for an improved batting effort here on Wednesday after floundering in their previous Women’s Premier League matches. Their clash is also the…
No tantrums, no nakhras Zahan Kapoor, the grandson of Shashi Kapoor, recently worked with Shah Rukh Khan on a brand commercial and was left impressed by the superstar’s charisma. Zahan…
Left-arm spinner Parth Rekhade struck thrice in an over as Mumbai slipped to a precarious 188 for seven in reply to Vidarbha’s first innings total of 383, trailing by 195…
It’s been nearly eight years, but the Champions Trophy is finally back for its ninth edition. A tournament considered surplus to requirement, given the diminishing stature of the 50-over format,…
India will feel Jasprit Bumrah’s absence “very strongly” in the Champions Trophy but they still have a great chance to win the tournament considering their recent form and a host…
Acclaimed American writer Chris Keyser was among the chief speakers at the Indian Screenwriters Conference, hosted by the Screenwriters Association of India (SWA) in Mumbai last week. He was the…
Two of us! Anjali Tendulkar was seen spending quality time with daughter Sara as they indulge in comfort food at a Bandra eatery Come to see me With the recent…
Ahead of the much-awaiting clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday, pacer Haris Rauf said that he is ready to face legendary batter Virat Kohli…
Birthdays have always been a time to reflect for Sudhanshu Saria. But today, as he turns 41, the filmmaker also has something to celebrate—the short film, Taps, backed by him,…
Five days since its release, Chhaava’s roar on the big screen has only gotten louder. The Vicky Kaushal-led historical drama on the life of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, directed…
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya (Vikhroli) beat Dhyandeep Seva Mandal (Nerul) by six wickets to clinch thier maiden MSSA inter-school cricket Giles Shield title at the MCA-BKC ground on Tuesday, Resuming…
Earlier this week, mid-day was the first to report that Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt were set to shoot cameos in an upcoming big-budget international film (Hollywood brings Bollywood’s forces…
This month witnessed the film debut of one more star kid, Kaveri Kapur, daughter of filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi. Her maiden movie Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love…
Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday urged his side to show the same resilience in the Champions Trophy which they had shown during the 10-year period when no international side…
Last December, the first poster of The Pride of Bharat—Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was released, showcasing Rishab Shetty as the legendary Maratha king. For costume designer Ashley Rebello, being part of…
Shadowbox (Baksho Bondi), is a Bengali film directed by debut filmmakers Tanushree Das and Saumyananda Sahi. The film premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, competing in the newly…
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor have wrapped up the Kerala schedule of their upcoming romantic comedy, Param Sundari. Sidharth shared the update on Instagram, posting a photo with the crew.…
Sheeba Akashdeep’s last two projects were Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023), and Jigra (2024), in theatres. The actress spoke to Pinkvilla recently and mentioned what made Shah Rukh…
More often than not, the combination of Emraan Hashmi and producers Mukesh and Mahesh Bhatt has been a winner at the box office, from Murder (2004) to Gangster (2006) and…
YouTuber-podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia repeatedly apologised to ‘India’s Got Latent’ contestant after asking him a vulgar question, which led to nationwide outrage, an audience member has revealed. Mumbai-based Mohit Khubani attended…
A couple in Pakistan has been arrested for allegedly killing a 13-year-old domestic help for stealing chocolates. According to the BBC, the girl, who goes only by Iqra, succumbed to…
Gyanesh Kumar, who was named as an Election Commissioner last year, has been appointed the next Chief Election Commissioner of India, replacing the outgoing Rajiv Kumar. Mr Kumar will oversee…
US President Donald Trump and his advisor Elon Musk have claimed that NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore were “abandoned” at International Space Station (ISS) for “political reasons” and…
The Supreme Court is hearing pleas on the appointment of Chief Election Commissioners and Election Commissioners (ECs) under the 2023 law today. According to these rules, the Chief Election Commissioners…
Adarsh Gourav is gearing up for his next theatrical release, Superboys Of Malegaon, helmed by Reema Kagti. He recently spoke about his aspiration to step behind the camera and direct…
The cult comedy Andaz Apna Apna was released in theatres on November 4, 1994. It had Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Raveena Tandon, and Karisma Kapoor in the lead. Though the…
Pakistan vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025, Live Updates: Pakistan are all set to square off against New Zealand in the opening match of the highly anticipated Champions Trophy 2025…
Vikrant Massey’s latest Instagram post is all about family time. The actor has shared a priceless moment to mark his third wedding anniversary with Sheetal Thakur. The image featured Vikrant…
February 23 will be one of the most followed days for cricket fans in India and Pakistan for the arch-rivals will clash once again, this time at the Champions Trophy…
Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja are pure goals. From holidays to festivities, the couple love to spread joy and how. And, Anand’s latest dump on Instagram is proof. The entrepreneur…
Heading into their Champions Trophy opener against formidable neighbours India, Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto was filled with optimism. “If you look in this format, our team is quite balanced…
Bollywood shaadi alert! Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani are all set for their Hindu wedding. The couple, last month, sealed their union in a Christian ceremony in Goa. Now, the…
Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth are expecting their second child. The actor recently confirmed the news to HT City. “It came as a surprise, a very-very happy surprise. When Ishita…