‘Obnoxious India-India chant’: Professor says felt embarrassed as ‘Delhi bros’ created ruckus at Iguaçu Falls

‘Obnoxious India-India chant’: Professor says felt embarrassed as ‘Delhi bros’ created ruckus at Iguaçu Falls

Gaurav Sabnis, an Indian-origin professor at New Jersey’s Stevens Institute of Technology, shared his experience of visiting the Iguaçu Falls and how embarrassed he was as an Indian there as an Indian group created a ruckus, hollering, jumping the queue. Sabnis recalled that it was a boat safari and to reach the boat, the tourists…

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Mar 21, 2026, 20:45 IST

Mar 21, 2026, 20:45 IST

Smriti Mandhana and Samrat Rana LUCKNOW: Two world champions from different sporting arenas — Smriti Mandhana and Samrat Rana — were on Saturday named Sportspersons of the Year at the eighth edition of the The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) in Lucknow.In a glittering ceremony attended by top athletes and dignitaries, pistol shooter Rana…

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TOISA 2025: Shubman Gill, Deepti Sharma take Cricketer of the Year titles after landmark seasons

TOISA 2025: Shubman Gill, Deepti Sharma take Cricketer of the Year titles after landmark seasons

Shubman Gill, Deepti Sharma LUCKNOW: Shubman Gill and Deepti Sharma headlined the honours in the cricket category as they were named ‘Cricketer of the Year’ (Male and Female) at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025 here on Saturday.Meanwhile, Kuldeep Yadav and Harmanpreet Kaur bagged the award for special recognition in the Cricket (Male)…

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Is Nora Fatehi’s work permit in India in trouble after the ‘Sarke Chunar’ controversy? Lawyers approach Ministry of Home Affairs

Is Nora Fatehi’s work permit in India in trouble after the ‘Sarke Chunar’ controversy? Lawyers approach Ministry of Home Affairs

Actress Nora Fatehi has been in the news after her latest track ‘Sarke Chunar’ sparked a controversy and was eventually banned. The Hindi version of this song from the Kannada film ‘KD Devil’ was criticised over its alleged ‘double-meaning’ lyrics. The situation has escalated further now, with a group of ten lawyers reportedly approaching the…

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Sagittarius, Weekly Horoscope, March 22 to March 28, 2026: Week brings renewed creativity and confidence

Sagittarius, Weekly Horoscope, March 22 to March 28, 2026: Week brings renewed creativity and confidence

This week opens like a clear morning after a restless night. You’re lighter inside, and you’ll notice it in the way you speak, plan, and even smile at small things. The Sun in Aries brightens your creativity and confidence, while Jupiter, your ruler, sits opposite in Gemini and keeps pulling your attention towards people, conversations,…

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Israeli F-16 hit? IRGC claims jet struck over central Iran; IDF says aircraft not damaged

Israeli F-16 hit? IRGC claims jet struck over central Iran; IDF says aircraft not damaged

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed on Saturday that it had struck an Israeli F-16 fighter jet over central Iran, though the Israeli military said only that one of its aircraft had come under surface-to-air missile fire during operations and insisted there was no damage.The competing claims emerged as the conflict triggered by the…

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“He has finally healed”: Kai Cenat’s rare public appearance leaves fans concerned and curious

“He has finally healed”: Kai Cenat’s rare public appearance leaves fans concerned and curious

Kai Cenat made a rare public appearance during his streaming hiatus at IShowSpeed’s Baller League event, sparking emotional reactions online. Fans debated whether his recent breakup changed him or if he has healed. The viral moment, featuring warm interactions with Speed’s family, reignited excitement, with many hoping the popular streamer is preparing for a full…

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AI at work: Could the tools meant to help actually be harming your brain?

AI at work: Could the tools meant to help actually be harming your brain?

Artificial intelligence was touted as the ultimate solution to increase human productivity, simplify tasks, hasten business decisions, and provide individuals with ample free time to pursue meaningful activities. Indeed, from AI-powered browsers to virtual assistants, technology has gradually pervaded offices and homes, fuelling the notion that technology will make our work lives easier. However, a…

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Firing outside Rohit Shetty’s house: Mumbai Crime Branch detains 14th accused in the case from Uttar Pradesh

Firing outside Rohit Shetty’s house: Mumbai Crime Branch detains 14th accused in the case from Uttar Pradesh

There was firing outside Rohit Shetty’s home on February 1. While the filmmaker and his family were safe, investigations began immediately. As per the latest update, the Mumbai Crime Branch has detained the 14th accused in the case from Uttar Pradesh today, on March 21. ANI has quoted the Mumbai police saying, “The 14th accused,…

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Quote of the day by Mooji: “Throw everything away, forget about it all! You are learning too much, remembering too much, trying too hard . . . relax a little bit, give life a…”

Quote of the day by Mooji: “Throw everything away, forget about it all! You are learning too much, remembering too much, trying too hard . . . relax a little bit, give life a…”

Mooji, or Anthony Paul Moo-Young, is a world-renowned spiritual teacher revered for his simple and insightful advice on self-realization. Mooji, who was born in Jamaica and now resides in Portugal, derives his teachings from the Advaita Vedanta tradition which highlights the need to understand and realize the true self beyond the ego and mind.Mooji’s uniqueness…

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Over 20 nations issue joint statement condemning Iran’s de facto closure of Hormuz Strait

Over 20 nations issue joint statement condemning Iran’s de facto closure of Hormuz Strait

More than 20 countries on Saturday expressed readiness to help ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, condemning Iran’s closure of the strategic route.The UAE ministry of foreign affairs released a joint statement signed by the leaders of the UAE, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada, the Republic of Korea, New…

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File photo PUDUCHERRY: AIADMK, a constituent of the NDA, on Saturday said it has happily agreed to contest from two constituencies for the sake of honouring coalition dharma and asserted that it would claim a share in power if the alliance wins the upcoming Assembly polls.Speaking to reporters, AIADMK Puducherry unit secretary A Anbazhagan said his party would contest from Uppalam and Orleanpet constituencies and expressed confidence that NDA would retain power in Puducherry.He said: “During the last Assembly polls held in 2021, we fought from five constituencies and lost them all. This time, we are contesting in two seats and we will win both. Due to several circumstances, AIADMK is fighting from a reduced number of seats. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrageTrump Rules Out Ceasefire: says US nears Iran war goals; signals wider military options’Enemy has been defeated’: Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei claims victory over US, IsraelFollowing the coalition dharma and upholding it, the AIADMK is contesting from only two constituencies.” Further, Anbalagan said talks were held on March 20 and Saturday and following “permission” from party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, “we accepted two seats happily.” Answering a question, the AIADMK leader said his party would for sure seek a share in power when NDA emerges victorious. “Are we in politics to do charity? A natural progress for an MLA is to become a minister,” he said.The ruling AINRC and the BJP-AIADMK combine on Friday reached an agreement for the Assembly polls in the union territory, where the AINRC will contest 16 seats, and the BJP will fight from the remaining 14.The arrangements were finalised after Puducherry Chief Minister and AINRC leader N Rangasamy on Friday held talks with BJP leader and Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya at a hotel here.The BJP, from its kitty, has allocated two seats each to the AIADMK and the Lakshia Jananayaga Katchi (LJK).The BJP on Saturday released a list of nine candidates for the April 9 Assembly polls in Puducherry, fielding Home Minister A Namassivayam for re-election from Mannadipet constituency.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosINS Taragiri To Commission by April 2026, Fourth Project 17A Stealth Frigate to Join In 11 MonthsHandmade Rumani Semiya & Sheer Kurma | Ramzan Tradition from ChennaiHAL Reports Tejas Mk-1A, Prachand, Dhruv Orders Worth ₹2.22 Lakh Crore To Parliamentary CommitteePM Modi Discusses West Asia Crisis, Secure Shipping Routes With Iran PresidentWorld on edge! Rajnath Singh warns of global fallout from Iran warIAF Pursuing Acquisition Of 200 Israeli ROCKS Missiles With ToT For Domestic Manufacturing: ReportsAir India Wrong Plane Blunder Explained: Five Reasons Why Vancouver Flight U-Turn Was A Costly MistakeHigh Risk Voyage: India LPG Tankers Set To Cross Strait Of Hormuz After Diplomatic Push By Modi GovtPak Claims India Developing 12,000 Km Range Missile After US Report Places Islamabad Alongside IranAsaduddin Owaisi Slams PM Modi Over Iran War Says India Lost Neutral Voice In Global Peace Efforts123Photostories8 ways to rewire your brain and enter a higher dimensionWhy your body twitches, tingles, or has mini spasms: Hidden causes and proven ways to calm your nervous system7 mistakes that make dal lose its protein valueFrom Kotpad Tussar to Ghicha Silk: Kangana Ranaut serves ultimate saree goals14 scientific facts you probably didn’t know10 oldest dishes that have survived for centuries5 reasons why everyone is talking about Chile right nowFrom shopping, applying mehendi to preparing the last Iftar: Shoaib Ibrahim and Dipika Kakar share their Eid 2026 preparationsChallaghatta railway bridge: Bengaluru’s long-awaited west corridor nears completionNoida’s Botanical Garden set for makeover, visitor access halted temporarily123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

File photo PUDUCHERRY: AIADMK, a constituent of the NDA, on Saturday said it has happily agreed to contest from two constituencies for the sake of honouring coalition dharma and asserted that it would claim a share in power if the alliance wins the upcoming Assembly polls.Speaking to reporters, AIADMK Puducherry unit secretary A Anbazhagan said his party would contest from Uppalam and Orleanpet constituencies and expressed confidence that NDA would retain power in Puducherry.He said: “During the last Assembly polls held in 2021, we fought from five constituencies and lost them all. This time, we are contesting in two seats and we will win both. Due to several circumstances, AIADMK is fighting from a reduced number of seats. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel pounds Tehran as Iranians mark Nowruz; UAE, Kuwait defences respond to missile barrageTrump Rules Out Ceasefire: says US nears Iran war goals; signals wider military options’Enemy has been defeated’: Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei claims victory over US, IsraelFollowing the coalition dharma and upholding it, the AIADMK is contesting from only two constituencies.” Further, Anbalagan said talks were held on March 20 and Saturday and following “permission” from party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, “we accepted two seats happily.” Answering a question, the AIADMK leader said his party would for sure seek a share in power when NDA emerges victorious. “Are we in politics to do charity? A natural progress for an MLA is to become a minister,” he said.The ruling AINRC and the BJP-AIADMK combine on Friday reached an agreement for the Assembly polls in the union territory, where the AINRC will contest 16 seats, and the BJP will fight from the remaining 14.The arrangements were finalised after Puducherry Chief Minister and AINRC leader N Rangasamy on Friday held talks with BJP leader and Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya at a hotel here.The BJP, from its kitty, has allocated two seats each to the AIADMK and the Lakshia Jananayaga Katchi (LJK).The BJP on Saturday released a list of nine candidates for the April 9 Assembly polls in Puducherry, fielding Home Minister A Namassivayam for re-election from Mannadipet constituency.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosINS Taragiri To Commission by April 2026, Fourth Project 17A Stealth Frigate to Join In 11 MonthsHandmade Rumani Semiya & Sheer Kurma | Ramzan Tradition from ChennaiHAL Reports Tejas Mk-1A, Prachand, Dhruv Orders Worth ₹2.22 Lakh Crore To Parliamentary CommitteePM Modi Discusses West Asia Crisis, Secure Shipping Routes With Iran PresidentWorld on edge! Rajnath Singh warns of global fallout from Iran warIAF Pursuing Acquisition Of 200 Israeli ROCKS Missiles With ToT For Domestic Manufacturing: ReportsAir India Wrong Plane Blunder Explained: Five Reasons Why Vancouver Flight U-Turn Was A Costly MistakeHigh Risk Voyage: India LPG Tankers Set To Cross Strait Of Hormuz After Diplomatic Push By Modi GovtPak Claims India Developing 12,000 Km Range Missile After US Report Places Islamabad Alongside IranAsaduddin Owaisi Slams PM Modi Over Iran War Says India Lost Neutral Voice In Global Peace Efforts123Photostories8 ways to rewire your brain and enter a higher dimensionWhy your body twitches, tingles, or has mini spasms: Hidden causes and proven ways to calm your nervous system7 mistakes that make dal lose its protein valueFrom Kotpad Tussar to Ghicha Silk: Kangana Ranaut serves ultimate saree goals14 scientific facts you probably didn’t know10 oldest dishes that have survived for centuries5 reasons why everyone is talking about Chile right nowFrom shopping, applying mehendi to preparing the last Iftar: Shoaib Ibrahim and Dipika Kakar share their Eid 2026 preparationsChallaghatta railway bridge: Bengaluru’s long-awaited west corridor nears completionNoida’s Botanical Garden set for makeover, visitor access halted temporarily123Hot PicksIran newsGautam SinghaniaStrait of HormuzGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingIga SwiatekAir India Boeing 77760% free seat ruleQatar LNG ExportsMojtaba KhameneiJames GraceySpring EquinoxDiesel price hike8th Pay CommissionPremium Petrol Price Hike

PUDUCHERRY: AIADMK, a constituent of the NDA, on Saturday said it has happily agreed to contest from two constituencies for the sake of honouring coalition dharma and asserted that it would claim a share in power if the alliance wins the upcoming Assembly polls.Speaking to reporters, AIADMK Puducherry unit secretary A Anbazhagan said his party…

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No replies, no rejections: What’s behind the growing silence in hiring?

No replies, no rejections: What’s behind the growing silence in hiring?

Job seekers are increasingly being ignored as ghosting reaches record levels, with over half reporting no responses to their applications. AI-driven mass applications and “ghost jobs” are overwhelming recruiters, turning the hiring process into a numbers game. This silence erodes trust, leaves candidates uncertain, and raises urgent questions about accountability and fairness in recruitment. A…

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‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ screening turns ugly in Canada as theatre screen gets damaged

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ screening turns ugly in Canada as theatre screen gets damaged

In a surprising turn of events during the Montreal screening of ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, chaos erupted as theater screens faced alleged vandalism. Authorities had to step in to restore order amidst growing disturbances. Nevertheless, the action-packed film featuring Ranveer Singh continues to captivate audiences, raking in an impressive Rs 300 crore globally. A screening of…

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‘Not going to affect us’: India sees no major power supply risk from Middle East crisis, government says

‘Not going to affect us’: India sees no major power supply risk from Middle East crisis, government says

India does not expect the ongoing Middle East conflict to significantly disrupt its ability to meet peak summer electricity demand, with the government banking on coal, renewables and battery storage to offset any stress from gas supply disruptions.Speaking on the sidelines of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, power secretary Pankaj Agarwal said the country’s electricity…

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