In one of the most contentious US Elections in decades, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump declared himself the winner of the US Elections 2024, after gaining an edge over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in multiple states. While Kamal Harris is yet to concede defeat, Trump issued a victory speech thanking Americans for choosing him. He said, "This is a political victory that our country has never seen before, nothing like this. I want to thank American people for the extraordinary honour of being elected your 47th President and your 45th President. Every citizen, I will fight for you, for your family and for your future. Every single day, I will be fighting for you with every breath in my body. I will not rest until we have delivered the strong, safe and prosperous America that our children deserve and that you deserve. This will truly be the golden age of America...".
06 November,2024 02:56 PM IST
At Manish Malhotra's star-studded Diwali bash, Bollywood celebs brought their fashion A-game. Rekha dazzled as always with her timeless charm, while Kiara Advani and her husband Sidharth Malhotra turned heads with their stylish looks. Sobhita Dhulipala, even amidst her wedding preparations, made a stunning appearance. Watch the full video to catch all the glitz and glam and see who wore what!
23 October,2024 10:37 PM IST | Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently engaged in a heartfelt discussion with the winners of the Chess Olympiad, recalling the success of the 'Khel Mahakumbh' initiative in Gujarat and its significant impact on fostering a sporting culture in the state. He shared a video of his meeting with the gold-winning chess teams from the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad on his social media accounts. On X, he expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "A wonderful interaction with the Indian chess contingent that triumphed at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad." Modi's reflections highlight the importance of promoting sports and the achievements of Indian athletes on the global stage, reinforcing the government's commitment to nurturing talent in various disciplines
26 September,2024 03:10 PM IST
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Business tycoon Mukesh Ambani and his family visited Mumbai’s Lalbaugcha Raja to offer prayers. The family were all smiles throughout the darshan. The Ambani daughters-in-law Shloka and Radhika wore traditional suits and kept their looks simple. Other notable Bollywood celebrities spotted at the iconic location included actress Parineeti Chopra, who wore a bright red, gold-embellished kurta, and Randeep Hooda, who was accompanied by his wife, Lin Laishram, both dressed in traditional outfits. The couple chose to stand in the regular line instead of using their celebrity status to bypass the crowd, earning widespread praise from netizens.
14 September,2024 05:59 PM IST
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a warm welcome in her native village, Balali, Haryana. Addressing the media, she expressed that her Olympic disappointment has become a deep wound, which will take time to heal. Phogat didn't confirm whether she will quit wrestling or continue but emphasized that her fight is far from over. "This is a long fight, and we have been battling it for the past year. It will continue," she stated.
18 August,2024 11:06 AM IST
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat received a heartfelt welcome upon her arrival at Delhi's Indira Gandhi National Airport on Saturday, despite recent setbacks in her career. The Haryana-born athlete, who was disqualified from the 50 kg gold medal bout for being 100 grams overweight, was deeply moved by the warm reception and expressed her gratitude for the support from her countrymen. Overcome with emotion, Vinesh broke down in tears during the event. Earlier this week, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected her petition for a joint silver medal. Following her disqualification, Vinesh announced her retirement from wrestling on August 8. The emotional reception highlighted the admiration and respect she commands, even as she steps away from the sport.
17 August,2024 05:58 PM IST
On August 17, wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at Delhi's IGI Airport from Paris following the Olympics and was met with a grand welcome from her family and supporters. Congress MP Deepender Hooda and other prominent figures were among those who greeted her warmly. Phogat, 29, faced disappointment at the Paris Olympics when she was disqualified from the women's 50 kg final on August 7 due to being 100 grams overweight. Despite this setback, the enthusiastic reception highlighted the respect and admiration she commands in India. The warm homecoming was a testament to her resilience and the high regard in which she is held, reflecting both her achievements and the support she continues to receive from her fans and the sporting community.
17 August,2024 01:07 PM IST
Vinesh Phogat verdict by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is due on 16th August. The athlete has undergone a lot of ordeal in the way of clinching the medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. Former wrestler Sakshi Malik in a tell-all interview with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor, shares the struggles of being an athlete and more so - struggles that Vinesh went through to lose weight. After the Olympics, there has been a lot of comparison of India’s performance with that of the USA and China. Sakshi analyses India’s performance, talks about how life changes after clinching the Olympic medal and how can India perform better at the International stage.
15 August,2024 02:53 PM IST
The Paris Olympics 2024 kicked off on July 26 with an exciting opening ceremony and wrapped up on August 12 with a memorable closing. Throughout the two weeks, there were several viral moments, including stunning performances and surprising victories. Let's take a look at the top 10 moments from the games. Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec went viral for his calm and relaxed style during the 10m air pistol mixed team event. His unique approach helped him win a silver medal and capture the attention of fans worldwide. Vinesh Phogat, made history as the first Indian woman wrestler to reach an Olympic final. However, she was disqualified from the finals for exceeding the weight limit by 100 grams, ending her remarkable run in disappointment. Watch video for more.
13 August,2024 05:15 PM IST
Wishes are pouring in for Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra after he clinched the silver medal in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 09 dialled Neeraj Chopra and congratulated him for winning the Olympic Silver Medal. He also enquired about his injury and lauded the sportsman spirit shown by his mother.
09 August,2024 07:42 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
