Leh: Leh Apex Body (LAB) co-chairman Chering Dorjay addresses a press conference, in Leh, Ladakh. (PTI Photo/S Irfan) NEW DELHI: Ladakh groups on Saturday announced a mass shutdown on June 23, alleging that the Centre did not include key decisions from last month’s meeting on the Union territory’s political and constitutional future in the official…
In a startling incident during Australia’s World Cup clash with the USA, referee Felix Zwayer collapsed due to heat exhaustion, prompting a six-minute stoppage. Demonstrating a spirit of sportsmanship, Australian defender Aiden O’Neill rushed to aid Zwayer, providing leg stretches. Remarkably, Zwayer managed to recover and continue officiating, etching a memorable moment into the tournament’s…
Rohit Sharma (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma etched his name into the record books during the third ODI against Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.Stationed at first slip, Rohit grabbed the first three catches of the Afghanistan innings to become only the fourth Indian fielder to be involved…
At a time when studios in both Hollywood and India are betting heavily on marquee stars, ballooning production budgets and multi-million-dollar marketing campaigns, it’s easy to assume that bigger spectacle automatically translates into bigger box office returns. But the first six months of 2026 have challenged that notion in dramatic fashion.The industry is already gearing…
This week begins on a pleasing note, with the sort of steady confidence you enjoy. Early days bring a sense that things are falling into place, not by magic, but because your effort is finally meeting the right moment. Students, professionals, athletes, and businesspeople all get a helpful push. You may attend a family event,…
NEW DELHI: The Patna high court has ordered the police to register an FIR against Kamal Nayan Pandey, the then Station House Officer (SHO) of Murar Police Station in Buxar, accused of brutally beating a man and breaking both his legs, allegedly because of his caste. The order came after the police repeatedly refused to…
Asaduddin Owaisi; Vivek Aggarwal NEW DELHI: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday called on the Centre to push for Pakistan to be restored to the “grey list” of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a day after senior bureaucrat Vivek Aggarwal was elected vice president of the global anti-money laundering body.“Vivek…
Ranabaali director Rahul Sankrityan on casting Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda (Image Credits IMDb) After exploring the supernatural in ‘Taxiwaala,’ director Rahul Sankrityan is heading in an entirely different direction with his new film ‘Ranabaali’ which is a 19th-century period drama rooted in the folklore and forgotten history of his native Rayalaseema region. Reuniting with…
The week opens with a bright, lively current around you. Early on, you’ll feel more sure of yourself than you have in recent days, and that confidence can carry you through study, work, errands, and even those little household jobs you’ve been postponing. There is a cheerful social note too. A family function, a casual…
16 popular drug combinations have been banned by the Indian government citing they lack “therapeutic justification” and their continued use was not considered beneficial in relation to the potential risks involved. “In a significant step towards safeguarding public health and promoting the rational use of medicines, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued…
‘Trust your effort’: NTA reassures NEET UG 2026 candidates ahead of exam (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: National Testing Agency (NTA) Saturday said a NEET (UG) candidate from Nasik was allotted Abu Dhabi centre for the retest because the aspirant himself had applied for it.Highlighting the NTA’s web-activity records, the test-conducting body said its record indicated…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 tomorrow, June 21. More than 22 lakh medical aspirants are expected to appear for the examination at centres across India and abroad. With strict security arrangements in place, candidates will have to undergo document verification and dress code checks at the examination centres….
‘Back then I was brash, today I’m more responsible’: Mimoh Chakraborty opens up on his growth amid box office success of ‘Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past’ ‘Haunted’ franchise actor Mimoh Chakraborty recently shared how his outlook on life and career has changed over the years. The actor shared that time, experience and personal growth…
To grasp why Kalavryta feels so distinct from other alpine spots, you have to rewind to December 1943. Following skirmishes between Greek resistance fighters and German troops, the German military triggered ‘Operation Kalavryta’. They burned surrounding villages and murdered civilians, but when they arrived in Kalavryta, they promised the locals they were safe. That was…
Representational image, used only for representational purpose India’s high-speed rail ambitions received a new push as the Centre has approved seven bullet train corridors across the country, promising shorter travel times between major cities and stronger rail connectivity. The seven high speed rail corridors are: Mumbai to Ahmedabad will take 1 hour 57 minutes. Mumbai…
Raj Thackeray backs cousin Uddhav Thackeray amid rebellion in Shiv Sena (UBT) (PTI) NEW DELHI: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday extended support to his cousin Uddhav Thackeray amid a rebellion by 6 Lok Sabha MPs of Shiv Sena (UBT), alleging that attempts were being made to split elected representatives for political…
Prasidh Krishna and Rohit Sharma (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: Prasidh Krishna and Rohit Sharma scripted a rare piece of ODI history as India made a dream start against Afghanistan in the third and final ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.After Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat,…
‘Mortal Kombat II’ OTT release: When and where to watch Karl Urban starrer action fantasy film online ‘Mortal Kombat II’ is now available to watch on OTT platform after its theatrical run. The action fantasy sequel brings back several fighters from the 2021 reboot and adds Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. Directed by Simon McQuoid,…
In a recent update, the government of Japan has announced plans to increase foreign entry visa fees from July 1, 2026. This means Indian travellers or travellers from other nations planning to experience cherry blossoms in Kyoto or see powder snow in Hokkaido may soon have to shell extra bucks for their dream Japan trip….
Captain Vikram Batra after the capture of Point 5140 during the 1999 Kargil War As the Kargil War intensified in the summer of 1999, the Indian Army scored a major breakthrough by capturing Tololing on June 13. With that strategic victory secured, attention turned to Point 5140 — the highest and most heavily defended feature…
