NEW DELHI: Dragging behind anti-incumbency and infighting within the alliance, the BJP and JD(U)-led National Democratic Alliance faces a steep climb in the politically volatile and caste-sensitive Magadh and Bhojpur regions — a contest that could decide whether Nitish Kumar retains power or cedes ground to Mahagathbandhan.In the tightly contested 2020 Bihar assembly elections, the…
Jackie Shroff’s farmhouse is nothing short of a dream escape. Nestled between Mumbai and Pune, this sprawling 44,000-square-foot property is a green paradise where luxury meets nature. Bought to celebrate his 25th wedding anniversary, the estate has become one of Jackie’s favourite retreats, offering him a perfect mix of relaxation, fitness, and quality time with…
Bodhana Sivanandan (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Ten-year-old British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan achieved a remarkable victory by defeating former World Champion Grandmaster Mariya Muzychuk at the European Club Cup in Rhodes, Greece on Sunday, becoming one of the youngest chess players to take down a former World Champion.Born in London in 2015 to parents…
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor remembered Asrani, sharing their last meeting during ‘Non Stop Dhamaal’ filming. Asrani passed away at 84 after a long illness. He wished for private last rites, inspiring Kapoor to want the same. Asrani’s final rites were held privately at Santacruz Crematorium with family present. Veteran actor Annu Kapoor fondly remembered the…
Joe Jonas responded to a viral video fueling cocaine rumors during his JONAS20 tour. In an Esquire interview, he denied drug use, saying, “If I did, I’d be slicker.” Post-divorce, he discussed dating challenges and social media connections. Joe and Sophie share two daughters and finalized their divorce in 2024. Joe Jonas recently became the…
Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently celebrated Diwali in London, filling her home with the warmth of diyas, laughter, and love. Sharing glimpses from the celebration, the actor radiated festive joy while staying true to her Indian traditions even miles away from home. Nick Jonas’ favourite pick from her filmography In a recent interview with British Vogue,…
Paul Ingrassia, President Donald Trump’s 2025 pick to lead the US Office of Special Counsel, is facing intense scrutiny after private chat messages containing racist and pro-Nazi remarks were leaked. This information was first reported by POLITICO, revealing a troubling pattern in Ingrassia’s communications. The chats show him insulting Martin Luther King Jr., calling for…
File photo (Picture credit: AP) Wall Street opened on a mixed note on Tuesday as investors assessed a wave of strong corporate earnings amid concerns about stretched valuations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1 per cent to 46,757.20, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.1 per cent to 6,731.14 and the Nasdaq Composite declined 0.3…
For decades, the United States Department of Education has played a central, if sometimes contentious, role in American schooling. It distributes billions in federal funding, oversees civil rights enforcement, and tracks student achievement. But the Trump administration has set its sights on a more radical transformation: dismantling the department entirely. Recent developments offer a glimpse…
Mohsin Naqvi (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman and Pakistan Cricket Board president Mohsin Naqvi has proposed organising an event in Dubai to present the Asia Cup trophy to the Indian men’s cricket team. The event is planned for November 10 following correspondence between the ACC and the Board of Control for…
