Health Ministry’s directive to Indian Premier League (IPL) banning tobacco-alcohol advertising during league is welcome; multi-pronged approach and more teeth to law needed for true efficacy... [Read More]
12 March,2025 08:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Shekhar SalkarHeated motorcycle gloves excel at providing the level of warmth you need. Bid farewell to cold and uncomfortable rides, as these gloves ensure that your fingers stay at a comfortable temperature even in the coldest weather conditions.... [Read More]
02 August,2023 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Manoj Patki , Dr Shekhar SalkarOnco-surgeon lauds cricket board decision to ‘ban’ alcohol/tobacco advertising; calls out stars, talks shutting down surrogate promotions... [Read More]
20 June,2023 09:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Shekhar SalkarPrime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Georges Pierre Lesjongard, Member of Parliament (MP) and Leader of the Opposition in Mauritius. PM Modi said that they had constructive exchange of ideas on aspects related to boosting India-Mauritius ties (PICS/PTI)... [Read More]
12 March,2025 04:07 PM ISTMauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Tuesday announced that his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi will be conferred with the nation`s highest honour, The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
11 March,2025 10:38 PM ISTAditi Sharma, who has been stealing headlines for her show Apollena, always stuns with her beautiful fashion sense. From chic date-night looks to perfect birthday dresses, here are five perfect outfits from Aditi Sharma’s wardrobe for you.... [Read More]
11 March,2025 07:18 PM ISTBMC on Tuesday launched a special drive to remove abandoned vehicles dumped on the streets in Matunga area of Mumbai. Pics/BMC... [Read More]
11 March,2025 06:43 PM ISTKarunanidhi, along with other party MPs, staged a protest at the Parliament in New Delhi on Tuesday against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over his remarks in the Parliament on the three-language issue. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
11 March,2025 05:55 PM ISTA new slum colony is rapidly emerging on abandoned railway land near Bandra Terminus, with makeshift tents and huts appearing along Ghas Bazar Road. The land, originally intended for the fifth and sixth railway corridor, has been lying unused since the project was scrapped just hours before its inauguration in 2018. (Pics/Rajendra B. Aklekar)... [Read More]
11 March,2025 12:47 PM ISTRussian air defences shot down 337 Ukrainian drones overnight across 10 regions in what is believed to be the largest Ukrainian drone attack on Russia in three years. The Kursk region, bordering Ukraine, saw the highest activity, with 126 drones intercepted, followed by 91 drones shot down over the Moscow region. (PICS/PTI) ... [Read More]
11 March,2025 12:30 PM ISTPrime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi received a grand welcome from members of the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Mauritius on Tuesday. He is in the country to attend the island nation`s National Day celebrations on Wednesday as the chief guest. PM Modi was welcomed by his Mauritian counterpart, Navin Ramgoolam, at Port Louis, where he received a ceremonial welcome (PICS/X, PTI)... [Read More]
11 March,2025 11:24 AM ISTOn March 12, the remains of more than a dozen victims of extrajudicial killings were buried at a cemetery in Manila. This happened as former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faces murder charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for killings during his drug war. The burial was part of a program by a non-governmental organization (NGO) to help poor families of victims find a proper resting place for their loved ones who were killed. One of the victims buried was the 44-year-old son of Josephine Comendo, who was killed in 2016. She said that Duterte`s arrest has helped her family begin to heal. Duterte, who was president from 2016 to 2022, was arrested on March 11 in Manila. This is a major development in the ICC`s investigation into the alleged crimes against humanity during his anti-drug campaign, which resulted in thousands of deaths and international criticism. At 79, Duterte could become the first former Asian leader to face trial at the ICC in The Hague.... [Read More]
13 March,2025 10:20 AM ISTTejasswi Prakash has been wowing the audience with her culinary skills on Celebrity MasterChef. Not only has she impressed the viewers, but she has also become a favourite among the judges. So, when we got the chance to meet her, it was only fitting to taste something she made. Since we wanted something quick, Tejasswi whipped up a delicious burger and topped it off with some juicy insights about her life. Watch the full video to catch all the fun!... [Read More]
12 March,2025 09:56 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called terrorism a "perennial challenge" that "needs to be dealt with a great deal of resolution and commitment." He stated that a plaque in Ireland`s Ahakista commemorates the victims of the Air India aircraft Kanishka bombing, which happened off the coast of Ireland in 1985.In his speech on "India`s view of the world" at University College Dublin in Ireland on Friday, Jaishankar said, "Talking about conflict, perhaps a word on countering terrorism would also be appropriate, particularly as a foreign minister of a country which has long been at the receiving end of terrorist efforts. Ireland actually happens to have in the village of Ahakista, a commemorative plaque which commemorates the 329, I think victims of the Air India aircraft Kanishka bombing which happened off the coast of Ireland and it`s always a reminder that this is a perennial challenge which needs to be dealt with a great deal of resolution and commitment.... [Read More]
12 March,2025 09:42 PM ISTJammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, while presenting the state`s budget thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He said, “This year we actively engaged with the Central government resulting in the formation of an expert committee to resolve financial issues. I met with the PM, HM and Union Finance Minister… I sincerely thank the honourable Prime Minister, Union Home Minister, Union Finance Minister for their unwavering support in strengthening J&K’s fiscal health and realizing its vision for growth and prosperity…”... [Read More]
12 March,2025 09:26 PM ISTCongress leader Shama Mohamed supported cricketer Mohammad Shami’s decision to forgo fasting while traveling and playing during Ramadan. She said, “...In Islam, there is a very important thing during Ramzan. When we are travelling, we don`t need to fast (Roza), so Mohammed Shami is travelling and he`s not at his own place. He`s playing a sport where he can be very thirsty. Nobody insists that when you`re playing a sport, you have to fast...It is your deeds which are very important. It (Islam) is a very scientific religion...”... [Read More]
12 March,2025 09:21 PM ISTThe militant group behind the Train hijack incident in Pakistan - Baloch Liberation Army has issued a chilling warning to China and Pakistan to withdraw from Balochistan. The militant group even released the footage of how they blew up the track and hijacked the Jaffer express. It has been more than 24 hours since the deadly Pakistan train hijack by the Baloch militants in Pakistan. Jaffar Express had been on its way from Quetta to city of Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province when it was fired and attacked by the Baloch militants. ... [Read More]
12 March,2025 07:55 PM ISTFormer President Rodrigo Duterte could be facing up to 30 years in prison, or even life behind bars, if convicted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs, according to a statement from Malacañang. But, as Palace Press Officer Claire Castro explained, this will depend on the defenses Duterte can present in his case. The ICC, which does not impose the death penalty, can sentence individuals to up to 30 years in prison, and in exceptional cases, to life imprisonment.... [Read More]
12 March,2025 07:46 PM ISTOn March 11, China’s Foreign Ministry stated that it was closely monitoring the situation following the arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. The arrest, which was carried out under a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), represents a significant milestone in the ongoing investigation into alleged crimes against humanity. During a regular press briefing, Chinese spokesperson Mao Ning addressed questions regarding Duterte’s arrest. Duterte, who served as mayor and prosecutor before being president of the Philippines from 2016 to 2022, was taken into custody early on Tuesday. This marks the most significant development in the ICC`s inquiry into Duterte`s controversial anti-drug campaign, which resulted in thousands of deaths and sparked widespread international criticism. Following his arrest, Duterte was sent to The Hague, where he is expected to arrive on March 12. At 79 years old, Duterte could become the first former Asian head of state to face trial at the International Criminal Court.... [Read More]
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