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Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah delivered a stellar performance in the ongoing IND vs ENG Leeds Test against England, claiming a five-wicket haul and etching his name in the record books. This was Bumrah’s 14th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, achieved with figures of 5/83 in 24.4 overs. First Asi...
Aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revised its operational guidelines for flight operators during adverse weather conditions, stressing that pilots must prioritise safety over “schedule adherence”. In its latest circular to scheduled and non-scheduled operato...
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav launched sharp responses against political strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan as he reacted to their recent remarks. ‘A Degree Doesn’t Make a Leader,’...
As Bihar gears up for its assembly elections, expected in October-November this year, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is reportedly considering an intensive house-to-house verification drive to cleanse and update the electoral rolls. The potential move comes in response to ongoing concerns raised...
A wave of excitement recently swept through the internet after speculation emerged suggesting that Allu Arjun might be in talks to play India’s most iconic superhero, Shaktimaan. The rumour sent fans into a frenzy, especially after actor Mukesh Khanna , the original face of the beloved 90s character, sp...
A formal FIR was registered on Saturday against actor Vijay Deverakonda under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act at Raidurgam Police Station in Hyderabad. The case is linked to remarks he made during the pre-release event of Suriya’s upcoming film Retro, which have triggered a strong backlash from...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Sunday amid escalating conflict in West Asia. PM Modi posted on X, “We discussed in detail about the current situation. Expressed deep concern at the recent escalations. Reiterated our call for immediate de-escala...
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply as Iran launched fresh missile strikes on Israel just hours after US forces joined Israel’s military offensive and destroyed three major Iranian nuclear sites. On Sunday, Tehran fired 27 missiles in two waves targeting Haifa and Tel Aviv, injuring at le...
Amid escalating tensions following a massive US strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, a British Airways flight scheduled from Hyderabad to London was left grounded at Shamshabad airport on Sunday. The aircraft, which was fully boarded and ready for departure, remained stranded on the runway for nea...
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet against a key aide of designated terrorist Lakhbir Singh alias Landa of the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) organisation and dreaded gangster Pavittar Batala in a Punjab terror conspiracy case. The aide identified as Ja...
Bollywood’s legendary icon Amitabh Bachchan has penned an emotional and deeply moving blog post dedicated to his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan. In words that beautifully blend fatherly pride and profound respect, the ‘Sholay’ star praised Abhishek not merely as his son by birth, but as someone who has tr...
The Kamakhya Temple is among the most sacred Shakti temples in India, located at the top of the Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam. The oldest among the 51 Shakti peeths, the temple is believed to be blessed spiritually and attracts sadhus and pilgrims all year round. This divine temple doesn’t cont...
Heavy vehicles on the steep Bhor Ghat stretch of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway may soon be allowed to descend a little faster. Authorities are actively considering a proposal to revise the speed limit for buses and trucks from the current 40 kmph to around 45–50 kmph on the Khandala-bound slope, officials...
Kajol stunned in a deep green saree with a modern twist. The drape gave gown-like feels with its sculpted silhouette. Metallic silver beadwork along the borders added a futuristic glimmer. Kajol’s saree came with a sleek, full-sleeved blouse featuring a plunging V-neck and bold backless detailing....
After bombing three nuclear plants in Iran, US President Donald Trump, in his first remarks, said he worked with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a team. “I want to thank and congratulate Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu. We worked as a team like perhaps no team has ever worked before, an...
A fifth special flight under the ongoing Operation Sindhu touched down in New Delhi late Saturday night, bringing 290 Indian nationals home from war-torn Iran. The aircraft, which departed from Mashhad, arrived at 11:30 PM, raising the total number of evacuees to 1,117. The Ministry of External Affairs...
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Washington completed “very successful attack” on three nuclear sites in Iran including Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Al...
श्री एस पी सिंह पुनः पब्लिक रिलेशंस सोसाइटी ऑफ इंडिया (पीआरएसआई, PRSI) के निर्विरोध राष्ट्रीय उपाध्यक्ष (पश्चिम) चुने गए हैं। नई दिल्ली में संपन्न पीआरएसआई की वार्षिक आम बैठक और हुए चुनाव के बाद निर्वाचन अधिकारी प्रो. सुभाष सूद ने श्री एस पी सिंह को वर्ष 2025 – 27 के लिए दुबारा निर्विरोध राष्ट्रीय...
Israel said on Saturday that it was reportedly preparing for a possibly long war against Iran as its military struck an Iranian nuclear facility in Isfahan overnight, reports news agency The Associated Press. The report also mentions that the attack led to the killing of three senior commanders of Tehra...
Actress Sara Ali Khan often leaves movie buffs impressed with her quick presence of mind at various events. During one of the promotional events for her upcoming movie, “Metro… In Dino” Sara was accompanied by Aditya Roy Kapur, Konkona Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal and film’s director An...
A 22-year-old man was shot in a firing incident in Delhi’s Kalkaji on Saturday. The incident took place in the DDA flats area, which comes under Kalkaji police station limits. Reacting to the incident, Aam Aadmi Party state unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the BJP-led government in the city ov...
The Marathi entertainment industry is in shock after the tragic death of actor-director Tushar Ghadigaonkar, who reportedly took his own life on June 20 due to mental stress. The 35-year-old, known for his versatile performances in theatre, TV serials, and films, was found hanging from a ceiling fan at...
Sri Lankan great Angelo Matthews bowed out from the longest format after the first Test between the hosts and Bangladesh at the Galle International Stadium. In 119 Tests, Mathews has amassed 8241 runs at an average of 44.4, while picking 33 wickets. He was given a guard of honour by the Bangladesh side...
Mumbai, Jun 21 (PTI) Aviation safety regulator DGCA has asked flight operations inspectors to provide details of all inspections and audits conducted for Air India since 2024, sources said on Saturday. The details on the findings of the inspections and audits will have to be submitted by Sunday, they sa...
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have threatened to resume the attacks on US vessels and the warships in the Red Sea if the US President Donald Trump-led administration joins Israel’s military against Iran. According to news agency AP, the threat from Iran on Saturday came in a prerecorded video state...
Amid the assassination threat from Israel, the supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who is said to be sheltering in a bunker, has reportedly named three senior clerics as the potential successors in the event of his death amid the conflict between Israel and Iran. According to a report by Th...
At least eight people were killed and 13 others were injured after a hot-air balloon carrying 21 passengers crashed on Saturday in Brazil’s southern state of Santa Catarina. The balloon is said to have caught fire during the flight in the early morning hours, following which it crashed in the city...
Another flight carrying 310 Indians landed at the Delhi airport from Iran’s Mashhad on Saturday evening. The evacuation is being done as part of Indian government’s ‘Operation Sindhu,’ which has been launched to ensure the safe return of Indian nationals from the Middle Eastern r...
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission on Saturday of deleting the evidence when it was required to provide the answers after the poll body instructed officers to destroy CCTV, webcasting and video footage of the elections after 45 days. In a post on X, the Congress leader said, “V...
Delhi experienced a sudden change in weather on Saturday afternoon as several parts of the national capital received rain, bringing down the temperatures. Meanwhile, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said that a thunderstorm is likely in Delhi on Saturday night with the maximum temperature expe...
Amid the ongoing tension between Israel and Iran, a US envoy fumbled at a meeting of the UN Security Council on Friday and accidentally blamed Jerusalem for causing “chaos, terror and suffering” in the Middle East. However, she corrected herself later.
US representative to the UN Dorot...
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday criticised India’s silence on the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, saying that the Centre’s silence is “not just a loss of its voice, but also a surrender of values”. In an article titled ‘It is still not too la...
At least two people were killed in a bomb blast late Friday night in Hatia village, located in Labhpur block of West Bengal’s Birbhum district, police officials confirmed on Saturday. The explosion is believed to be the result of escalating violence between two rival gangs allegedly involved in criminal...
Actor Dipika Kakar poured her heart out in an emotional note for her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, as she celebrated his birthday just days after being discharged from the hospital following her liver cancer surgery. On Instagram, Dipika shared a touching glimpse into their journey through photos capturing j...
In a significant move concerning aviation safety oversight, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed Air India to relieve three of its officials, including a divisional vice president, from all duties associated with crew scheduling and rostering. The directive, issued on June 20, r...
The Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh (JEECUP) is scheduled to announce the results of the UP Joint Entrance Examination (UPJEE) Polytechnic 2025 today (June 21), according to the official timeline. Candidates who appeared in the exam will be able to view and download their results from...
A new twist has emerged in the high-profile Raja Raghuvanshi murder case, adding further layers of suspense to the investigation. The case, already mired in shocking revelations, has now taken a new direction with the appearance of Sonam Raghuvanshi’s close friend, Alka. The families of both Sonam and t...
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan marked the 11th International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm in Odisha’s Sambalpur, joining thousands of citizens, students, and volunteers for a mass yoga session at the revered Mother Samaleswari Peetha and the scenic banks of the Mahanadi River. Reflecting on the exp...
The International Day of Yoga, celebrated annually on June 21, marks a global recognition of India’s ancient wellness tradition that continues to gain relevance worldwide. As the world observes the 11th edition of this significant day, this year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, highlights the...
Another batch of 290 Indian nationals including students, mostly from Jammu and Kashmir, and religious pilgrims arrived in Delhi late Friday night after Iran opened its airspace restrictions for India’s Operation Sindhu. In a special gesture, the West Asian country which is currently in a war wit...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading a mega Yoga event in Vishakhapatnam on the occasion of 11th International Yoga Day on Saturday. He was joined by his NDA ally and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. During the event, Naidu felicitated Modi and the PM released a commemorative posta...
मुख्यमंत्री श्री पुष्कर सिंह धामी ने प्रदेशवासियों को अंतरराष्ट्रीय योग दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं देते हुए कहा कि योग हमारी प्राचीन विरासत का बहुमूल्य उपहार है जो मनुष्य की मानसिक व शारीरिक शक्ति में वृद्धि और आध्यात्मिक ऊर्जा बढ़ाने में सहायता करता है। नियमित योग अभ्यास तनाव कम करने, जीवन को संतुलित ब...
राष्ट्रपति निकेतन देहरादून में राजभवन नैनीताल के 125 वर्ष पूर्ण होने के उपलक्ष्य में स्मारक डाक टिकट का अनावरणदेहरादून: भारत की माननीय राष्ट्रपति महोदया, श्रीमती द्रौपदी मुर्मू ने आज राष्ट्रपति निकेतन, देहरादून में एक विशेष समारोह में एक स्मारक डाक टिकट एवं प्रथम दिवस आवरण का विमोचन किया । यह डाक टिकट र...
एनआईईपीवीडी में आयोजित कार्यक्रम में राज्यपाल लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल गुरमीत सिंह (सेनि) ने राष्ट्रपति द्रौपदी मुर्मू को जन्मदिन की बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएं दीं। उन्होंने कहा कि राष्ट्रपति मातृशक्ति की प्रतिमूर्ति हैं, जिनका जीवन समर्पण, सेवा और सशक्तीकरण का प्रेरणास्रोत है। राज्यपाल ने संस्थान के समर्पित शिक्षकों,...
A speeding car on Friday plunged into the Ganga River after breaking through the railing of the Veer Kunwar Singh Setu (Ganga Bridge) on the Bihar-Uttar Pradesh border. Police and rescue teams have rushed to the spot and an operation is underway. The incident reportedly took place around 9:00 PM in Bih...
Air India CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson reassured the public and employees that the airline’s fleet, particularly its Boeing 787 aircraft, remains safe to operate following the comprehensive checks and that the carrier is exercising the maximum caution in the wake of the AI171 tragedy. In an...
Veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini recently took to social media to share an update on a long-pending development project in her constituency, Mathura. Sharing photos from her site visit, the BJP MP announced the completion of a major road project, which she said was initiated following her repeated...
Indian captain Shubman Gill marked a memorable start to his Test captaincy tenure by smashing a brilliant century in the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds. Leading a new-look Indian side, Gill rose to the occasion with a composed and dominant knock. Captain’s Knock from Gill Gill began his...
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], June 20 (ANI): In a major breakthrough, Border Security Force (BSF) troops, acting on precise intelligence from the BSF Intelligence Wing, conducted a strategic operation along the Amritsar border on Friday. At approximately 2:30 am, BSF personnel intercepted a drone using adv...
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 20 (ANI): In a heartfelt address to Indian Army personnel stationed in Udhampur, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday praised and emphasised the essence of the long-standing and cherished tradition ‘Bada Khana’ and described it as a symbol of un...
