R Ashwin shushes Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin has defended young India batter Abhishek Sharma after former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir labelled him “just a slogger” during the T20 World Cup. Amir’s remark came after Abhishek was dismissed for three consecutive ducks in the group stage, questioning his technique and suggesting he lacked…
Indian IT stocks had already experienced a notable drop earlier this year. (AI image) Indian IT shares tank! Shares of Indian IT companies dropped by as much as 6% on Tuesday after fresh artificial intelligence announcements from global chipmaker Nvidia, which reignited concerns about AI-driven disruption in the technology services sector. Investor caution also remained…
NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Thursday rejected Tamil Nadu’s strident opposition to Karnataka’s proposed multi-purpose Mekedatu project and said that the M K Stalin govt’s objection to preparation of a detailed project report (DPR) is misconceived as it is yet to be approved by the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and the Central Water Commission (CWC).A…
Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of U19 World Cup match between India and New Zealand at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Ayush Mhatre-led India registered a thrilling 18-run win over Bangladesh after the second innings was reduced to 29 overs due to rain in the seventh match of the ongoing ICC U19…
Britain’s garden birds are facing a crisis, with starlings at record lows and greenfinches significantly depleted. The RSPB urges households to adjust feeding habits, suggesting pausing seeds and peanuts in warmer months to curb disease spread. Regular feeder cleaning and water changes are also crucial. These simple steps can help protect vulnerable bird populations. The…
NEW DELHI: In a giant leap for the Indian space sector, domestic aerospace company Azista Space has demonstrated a new indigenous capability in space by taking images of objects in orbit from another satellite, a first by any space company in the country. This is often called “in-orbit snooping or space watch”.Using its 80-kg earth-observation…
NEW DELHI: Election Commission, acting on directions of Supreme Court and recommendations of Calcutta HC chief justice, on Friday constituted 19 appellate tribunals for hearing appeals against orders passed by designated judicial officers in Bengal in respect of inclusion or exclusion of prospective electors in the state’s electoral roll.Consequent upon the publication of the supplementary…
Disney exudes confidence that ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will shatter the $1 billion mark worldwide, even without its debut in IMAX. Slated for release on December 18, 2026, the film faces fierce rivalry from ‘Dune: Part Three,’ which will be showcased in IMAX. To boost its box office potential, Disney is strategizing a dynamic promotional campaign around…
US president Donald Trump US President Donald Trump announced that a deal with Iran has been finalised, declaring in a social media post that “the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete”.Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen with immediate effect and that the US naval blockade would be lifted.“Congratulations to…
Outclassing South Africa by 52 runs in the final of the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup at the DY Patil Stadium on Sunday night, with 45,000 fans cheering them, India finally put an end to their long wait for an elusive World Cup crown. (PTI Photo) NAVI MUMBAI: The ending of the fairytale called India’s…
A fresh detail from the ongoing Don 3 dispute has sparked conversation across the film industry. One of the most significant moments during the mediation proceedings between Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment came when producer Ritesh Sidhwani allegedly asked the actor a direct question: would he have exited Don 3 if Dhurandhar had not become…
(Image Credits: Instagram) Will Smith, the Academy Award-winning star, could be embroiled in the bitter litigation. His former friend, Bilaal Salaam, seeks the 57-year-old actor’s testimony against his own spouse, Jada Pinkett Smith. The legal saga dates back to December 2025, when he filed a USD 3 million claim. Amid the ongoing tension in the…
BATHINDA: A targeted shooting in Edmonton, Canada, has claimed the lives of two Punjabi students, sending shockwaves back home in the Budhlada sub-division of Mansa.The victims were identified as Gurdeep Singh (27) of Bareh and Ranveer Singh (19) from Uddat Saidewala villages. Both had arrived in Canada at different times to pursue their studies. Gurdeep…
Global music icon Pitbull is returning to India for his ‘I’m Back’ tour this December, with electrifying performances scheduled in Gurugram on the 6th and Hyderabad on the 8th, 2025. Known for his energetic shows and a decade-long connection with Indian fans, Pitbull expressed his excitement to bring the party back to the nation. Global…
Koneru Humpy and Criton Tornaritis NEW DELHI: Top Indian Grandmaster (GM) Koneru Humpy has pulled out of the 2026 Women’s Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, saying she doesn’t feel safe travelling for the event. Her decision has sparked criticism, especially from the Cyprus Chess Federation.Humpy explained her stance clearly as she wrote on X, “After deep…
Veteran Bollywood actor Bharat Kapoor passed away on Monday at the age of 80, leaving behind a rich legacy spanning theatre, films, and television.Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the news on Instagram, expressing his grief. He wrote, “Sad to know about the demise of veteran theatre and film actor Bharat Kapoor ji. Have great memories working…
Trigger Warning: This article contains sensitive content and may be distressing for some readers. Smita Patil is remembered as one of the finest actresses that Hindi cinema ever saw, with films like ‘Mandi’, ‘Arth’, ‘Ardh Satya’ among many others. Fans still continue to remain upset about the fact that she passed away too soon. The…
PUNE: Police have registered a case of alleged abetment to suicide against three persons, including two employees of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), following the death of a 48-year-old staffer of the IT firm, an official said on Friday. According to news agency PTI, the case was registered at Bhosari police station in Pimpri-Chinchwad city after…
South Africa and Pakistan enter this match knowing there is little room left for error. Both teams suffered heavy defeats in their opening games of the Women’s T20 World Cup and now find themselves under pressure. South Africa were beaten by Australia by 64 runs, while Pakistan lost to India by 65 runs. As a…
Meet the snail that can rebuild a complete eye from scratch in just 30 days A freshwater snail that can regrow a fully formed eye is beginning to attract quiet attention from researchers studying vision loss. The golden apple snail, Pomacea canaliculata, can rebuild a complete camera-type eye even after it has been entirely removed….
