NEW DELHI: When Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood beside Donald Trump at Houston’s Howdy Modi event in 2019, it was more than just a diaspora spectacle. It was the visible embodiment of a strategic bet — that personal chemistry between leaders could fast-track an alignment between the world’s largest democracy and its oldest.That narrative survived…
Matthew Breetzke (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Matthew Breetzke has announced his arrival on the international stage in sensational fashion, etching his name into the record books. The 26-year-old South African opener has become the first player in men’s ODI history to score fifty-plus runs in each of his first five innings, going past former India…
India U-23 started their Asian qualification campaign on an impressive note as they swept aside the challenge of Bahrain 2-0 India U-23 started their Asian qualification campaign on an impressive note as they swept aside the challenge of Bahrain 2-0 in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers at the Suheim bin Hamad Stadium in Doha on…
Emraan Hashmi and Tanushree Dutta starred opposite each other in Aditya Dutt’s Aashiq Banaya Aapne (2005). The film’s title track, featuring an intimate lovemaking sequence, became a huge talking point at the time. In a recent interview, Tanushree reflected on being judged for on-screen intimacy and even described her chemistry with Emraan as “brotherly.” Aditya…
Taxpayers filing their returns using the ITR1 or ITR2 don’t have to bother about this additional form. (AI image) NEW DELHI: Noida-based self-employed professional Alka Sharma was among the early tax return filers last year because she was expecting a fat tax refund. “The 10% TDS deduction on my professional income and fixed deposit interest…
Rohit Sharma was surrounded by a crowd of fans as he went for Ganpathi darshan in Mumbai (Screengrabs/X) India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma was greeted by a massive crowd in Mumbai as he stepped out to offer prayers to Lord Ganesha. Videos and photos circulating widely on social media show the 38-year-old cricketer performing rituals…
Rajinikanth’s path to superstardom began with humble jobs like coolie and bus conductor, marked by poverty and despair. A pivotal moment arrived when a vision of a godman in a painting and a subsequent dream altered his destiny. This led him to seek blessings, join a film institute, and eventually be discovered by director K….
The US trade gap widened sharply in July, hitting its largest level in four months, as businesses rushed in imports ahead of fresh tariffs from US President Donald Trump.Figures from the department of commerce on Thursday showed the deficit rose by 32.5% to $78.3 billion. Imports jumped 5.9% to $358.8 billion, while exports increased only…
Govinda was a leading Bollywood superstar in the 1990s, renowned for his comic timing and dance moves. His career declined in the 2000s as films underperformed, despite a comeback with Salman Khan’s Partner. Producer Pahlaj Nihalani revealed people around Govinda sabotaged his career, causing missed opportunities and unseen betrayals. Govinda was a top superstar in…
Khalid Jamil-coached side need three points to be certain of qualifying India need a win against Afghanistan to qualify for the playoffs in a decisive group B clash of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 at the Hisor Central Stadium, Tajikistan, on Thursday.The top two teams in each group qualify for the playoffs with the two…
