By an interesting coincidence it was in Glasgow itself back in 2014 that India had announced its arrival on the world stage with Joshna and Dipika winning the women’s doubles title... [Read More]
14 April,2022 08:07 AM IST | Mumbai | SR SuryanarayanEight years later, Glasgow beckons again as Dipika makes a comeback as she pairs up with Joshna to take part in the World Doubles Championship in April... [Read More]
21 February,2022 12:16 PM IST | Chennai | SR SuryanarayanIsraeli Air Force conducted strikes on military targets belonging to Houthis on the western coast and inland Yemen, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) said on Thursday. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
27 December,2024 12:48 PM ISTSalman Khan entered the film industry in the late 80s. He soon established himself as a star in the film industry with his charming persona onscreen. Film after film, he made the path to the hearts of his audience stronger. As he turns a year older, we look at some rare throwback pictures of the superstar with his heroines from the 90s... [Read More]
26 December,2024 02:54 PM ISTMultiple roads in Chikuwadi, Borivli, are being dug up simultaneously, causing severe disruption to local residents, motorists, and pedestrians. Locals are opting to take a 5-6 km detour via Gorai to avoid the traffic chaos in Chikuwadi. (PICS/Nimesh Dave)... [Read More]
26 December,2024 12:39 PM ISTThe Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has reached a significant engineering breakthrough with the installation of 2,06,000 noise barriers along its 103 km viaduct corridor, NHSRCL said in an official statement on Monday. (Pics/ X, NHSRCL)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 06:43 PM ISTEven though the `Pushpa 2` song `Kissik` did not gain as much popularity as `Oo Antava` from its prequel, Sreeleela has become the talk of the town with her performance in the item number alongside Allu Arjun. We take a look at the star`s most fashionable look... [Read More]
23 December,2024 03:05 PM ISTThe Dal Lake in Srinagar froze as a result of an intense coldwave that gripped the Kashmir valley. The minimum temperature in Srinagar on Monday reached a chilling -7°C, with the maximum temperature recorded at 7°C. (PICS/PTI)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 10:27 AM ISTChillai Kalan, the 40-day period of harshest winter, commenced in Kashmir on Saturday with a decrease in the temperatures coming down to minus 8.5 degrees Celsius on Friday night from minus 6.2 degrees Celsius the previous night... [Read More]
21 December,2024 04:41 PM ISTIsraeli airstrikes hit Yemen`s rebel-held capital, Sanaa, and the port city of Hodeida early on December 19, 2024, following a missile attack on Israel by the Houthi rebels. At least nine people were killed in the strikes, which targeted power stations and the Ras Isa oil terminal on the Red Sea. (PICS/AFP) ... [Read More]
19 December,2024 02:02 PM ISTOn December 25, sirens sounded across central Israel as a missile, launched from Yemen, was intercepted. The Israeli military confirmed the missile was shot down before it reached Israeli land. Reuters footage from Tel Aviv showed the missile streaking through the sky followed by a loud explosion. The missile attack is believed to have been carried out by the Houthi rebels from Yemen, who have previously launched drones and missiles toward Israel. The Houthis claim these attacks are acts of solidarity with Palestinians. In response, Israel has asked its embassies in Europe to push for the Houthis to be declared a terrorist group, as they are backed by Iran.... [Read More]
25 December,2024 05:45 PM ISTIsrael`s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, recently claimed responsibility for the assassination of former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in Tehran on July 30. Haniyeh, a key figure in Hamas and a major diplomatic face of the group, was in Tehran for the swearing-in ceremony of Iran’s new president. His death was initially blamed on Israel by Iran, but Israel had not confirmed it until now. Haniyeh played a significant role in strengthening Hamas` military capabilities, especially through ties with Iran. Earlier, Israel airstrikes killed three of his sons in April. Israeli forces have targeted top leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthi groups during the ongoing Middle East conflict.... [Read More]
24 December,2024 04:03 PM ISTBollywood’s elite graced the red carpet at the exclusive preview night of the NMACC Arts Cafe, creating a star-studded spectacle. The distinguished guest list included Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan, Katrina Kaif, Shahid Kapoor, Mira Kapoor, and Suhana Khan. The event also saw prominent figures from the Ambani family, with Akash Ambani, Shloka Ambani, Radhika Merchant, and Isha Ambani all posing alongside the matriarch, Nita Ambani. The evening was a grand celebration of art and culture, with these luminaries adding to the event`s glamour and prestige.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 05:29 PM ISTActress Ridhima Pandit, who made her Bollywood debut with Sikandar Ka Muqaddar, speaks exclusively to Mid-day about making the switch from television to OTT. She sheds light on reality shows that are responsible for overnight fame, recalls working with superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and addresses her link-up rumours with cricketer Shubman Gill. Watch the video for more.... [Read More]
17 December,2024 09:02 PM ISTIn a significant commitment to defense cooperation, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka assured India that Sri Lanka will not allow any force to use its territory to threaten India`s security. This promise was made during a joint press statement on Monday, highlighting the strong bond between the two countries. The pledge came as part of President Disanayaka`s three-day official visit to New Delhi, which is set to conclude on December 17. The Sri Lankan leader emphasized that Sri Lanka would not allow its land to be used against India in any way, reaffirming the nations` commitment to mutual security and cooperation. This gesture reflects the growing diplomatic ties between India and Sri Lanka.... [Read More]
17 December,2024 11:23 AM ISTOn December 16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at Hyderabad House in Delhi. Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi welcomed President Dissanayake at Rashtrapati Bhavan. There, President Dissanayake was given a Guard of Honour by the combined defence services. Following this, Prime Minister Modi and President Dissanayake held talks at the delegation level to discuss various matters between India and Sri Lanka. This meeting aimed to strengthen the relationship between the two countries and explore areas of cooperation. Watch video for more information... [Read More]
16 December,2024 04:34 PM ISTRecent developments in Syria have captured global attention, especially with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu`s announcement to double the population in the Golan Heights, a region Israel captured from Syria in 1967. The Israeli cabinet unanimously approved this plan, aiming to increase the number of settlers in the area, which currently has about 50,000 residents, split between Jews and Druze. Netanyahu`s office revealed an $11 million initiative to promote growth, focusing on security concerns due to Syria`s instability. The funds will be used for education, renewable energy, a student village, and helping new residents settle in the area. Meanwhile, Israeli troops continue operations in the UN-monitored buffer zone between Syria and the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.... [Read More]
16 December,2024 03:45 PM ISTThe Syrian civil war has led to significant changes in the Middle East, including the fall of the al-Assad regime after 50 years. Meanwhile, Israel continues to focus on rescuing hostages held by Hamas since the October 7, 2023 attacks. On December 15, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with US President-elect Donald Trump about the ongoing Syria crisis and efforts to secure the hostages’ release. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel would set its Syria policy based on the evolving situation. This conversation follows previous discussions between Netanyahu and Trump since the latter`s election win. The United States, under both President Biden and President-elect Trump, has been a strong supporter of Israel, particularly in its conflict with Iran and its allies.... [Read More]
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