Manu Bhaker is one of India’s most promising young athletes, known for her discipline, focus, and remarkable achievements in shooting at a very early age. While her journey has been filled with international recognition and success, what truly defines her is strong connection to her family and roots, something that beautifully comes alive in the…
Refunds for tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump are set to begin rolling out to American businesses soon. This comes after the US Supreme Court ruled that certain import taxes imposed by Trump were unconstitutional. According to a report by the news agency AP, the refund system, administered by US Customs and Border Protection…
Dubai’s Burj Al Arab is heading into an 18-month refurbishment, a move that has drawn attention across the tourism sector. The sail-shaped luxury hotel, one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, is expected to close during major renovation work. A staff member confirmed the shutdown period, while the owner, Jumeirah, outlined phased upgrades led by…
NEW DELHI: With less than 1% of patients in need receiving palliative care in India, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is set to launch a multi-state implementation study to develop and scale services across the public health system.Palliative care—focused on relieving pain and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses such…
India and the US are nearing a bilateral trade agreement, with negotiators reporting significant progress and only a few issues remaining. Discussions are described as positive and productive, focusing on market access and tariff alignment. This potential deal, aimed at boosting trade between the two nations, is expected to be a win-win, marking a key…
Actor Dhanush is reportedly planning to return to direction with a new film, even as he continues focusing on his acting projects. After ‘Idly Kadai’ did not meet expectations, he shifted his attention to his next film ‘Kara’, slated for release on April 30, and another project directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy. Now, fresh reports indicate…
Apple has announced that John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook to become the new CEO on September 1, 2026. Cook, who has led Apple for 15 years, will now transition to the role of executive chairman for the board. Ternus, who is Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, has been a central figure in…
Novak Djokovic lauds Virat Kohli at Laureus awards 2026 (Screengrab/X) Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, expressed his admiration and affection for Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards, where he was hosting alongside freestyle skiing sensation Eileen Gu. Djokovic spoke about his love for Indian fans and revealed…
Lucknow Super Giants’ Prince Yadav (AP Photo) NEW CHANDIGARH: It was not long ago that Prince Yadav would get a frequent thrashing from his father for loitering around in the neighbourhood playing tennis-ball cricket. Till the age of 17, Prince played every tennis-ball cricket match in Dariyapur Khurd, a village beyond Virender Sehwag’s birthplace, Najafgarh,…
NEW DELHI: India is working to see how it can get preferential access for its products in the US, with a delegation led by chief negotiator Darpan Jain reaching Washington for talks. “We have almost finalised the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement. We are trying to work out what would be the mechanism…
Carrie Bickmore, one of Australia’s most recognisable media personalities and a familiar face from her years on television and radio, has revealed she needs plastic surgery following a painful head injury sustained at home. The 45-year-old media personality described the incident as looking like a “crime scene” and has since been dealing with a slow…
Chasing future milestones often leads to a life of waiting, neglecting the present. The article emphasizes finding joy in the journey, not just the destination. By appreciating small wins and learning from challenges, individuals can experience a more meaningful and fulfilling life, rather than constantly postponing happiness. There’s something really calming about this line. It…
Security guards the entrance of Japan’s Defense Ministry in Tokyo (File photo) Japan has taken a significant step away from its postwar pacifist stance, with the Cabinet led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday approving new guidelines that lift long-standing restrictions on the export of lethal weapons.Under the revised guidelines, Japan will now be…
A Canadian woman was shot dead and 13 others were injured in a shooting at the Teotihuacán pyramids, an archaeological site north of Mexico City, after a gunman opened fire on tourists on Monday, authorities said.Six people sustained gunshot wounds, while seven others were injured in the ensuing panic. Those wounded by gunfire included a…
NEW DELHI: Government continues to be in touch with the Iranian authorities for the safety of Indian ships for their safe exit through the Strait of Hormuz, external affairs ministry said Monday, while emphasising that New Delhi attaches very high importance to the safety and security of mariners and transit through the Strait should be…
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Abhishek Sharma and Travid Head (ANI Photo) HYDERABAD: Buoyed by back-to-back victories, Sunrisers Hyderabad will bank on home conditions to make it a hattrick of wins when they host Delhi Capitals on Tuesday.The 2016 champions, placed fourth in the points table with six points, are high on confidence after their 10-run win over…
New Delhi: Geopolitical tensions in West Asia pose risks to India’s trade and macroeconomic stability by widening the current account deficit (CAD), exerting pressure on the exchange rate, Niti Aayog said on Monday.The Aayog in its quarterly ‘Trade Watch Oct-Dec (Q3) FY 2025-26’ report further said that geopolitical instability in West Asia has slowed the…
Miles Teller, best known for his acclaimed performances in ‘Whiplash’ and ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, is celebrating a major business win. The actor, 39, has sold his minority stake in Finnish-style canned cocktail brand, as part of a USD 325 million acquisition. However, this business move doesn’t mean that the artist’s focus from acting has shifted….
Tilak Varma’s private residence is located in the Chandrayangutta area of Hyderabad. This is the same neighbourhood where he grew up playing cricket. The house is not just a luxury and modern upgrade, it is also a symbol of transformation, hard work and resilience. Today, the same locality houses his upgraded multi-storey home, a full-circle…
Violence broke out at a Gurudwara in western Germany, triggering a major police operation after reports of weapons and gunfire during a clash involving dozens of people. According to German media reports, the incident took place at a gurdwara in the town of Moers, where a dispute escalated into a large-scale altercation on Sunday.Witnesses told…
