A group of US lawmakers, including Indian-American members, wrote to President Donald Trump urging him to “restore” ties with India, claiming that tariffs had pushed the nation closer to China and Russia.A group of 19 Congress members led by Congresswoman Deborah Ross and Congressman Ro Khanna said in a statement on Wednesday: “Recent actions by…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that the age restrictions under the surrogacy law do not apply to couples who began the surrogacy process, such as freezing embryos, before the law came into force. The court allowed pleas from three couples to go ahead with surrogacy irrespective of the age limits.The bench questioned…
Karva Chauth, which falls just days before Diwali, will be celebrated on October 10 this year. Many are wondering if banks will observe a holiday on this day.With a host of festivals in October, it is advisable to check the bank holiday schedule in advance to plan any banking activities smoothly. The RBI’s pre-released holiday…
Meet Pragathi Shetty, the creative force behind the stunning visuals of ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, and the proud partner of Rishab Shetty, famous for his stellar performance in the same film. Once a software engineer and an engineering graduate, Pragathi embarked on her journey into cinema, where she has become a celebrated costume designer for films…
Smriti Mandhana is 12 runs short of overtaking Belinda Clark’s 28-year-old record. (ANI) Indian opener Smriti Mandhana is approaching a significant milestone in women’s ODI cricket as she needs just 12 runs to surpass Australian legend Belinda Clark’s record for most runs in a calendar year when India face South Africa in the ICC Women’s…
Filmmaker Habib Faisal reveals Rishi Kapoor’s initial hesitation and eventual embrace of his role in ‘Do Dooni Chaar’. He highlights Neetu Kapoor’s crucial role in grounding Rishi, ensuring their participation in essential pre-shoot readings. Faisal also shares Rishi’s delight in capturing the authentic Delhi dialect for the film, showcasing his dedication to the character. Filmmaker…
Govinda may have ruled the box office in the 1990s, but as time passed, his reputation took a hit, not just because of a string of flops, but also due to his notorious lateness on set. Many of his colleagues have spoken about it over the years, and now actor Rajat Bedi has revisited one…
KANPUR: Eight people were injured, with two in critical condition, following a powerful explosion on Wednesday evening at Meston Road, one of Kanpur’s busiest marketplaces. The blast occurred outside Abdul Hameed’s plastic shop in Mishri Bazaar, Moolganj, damaging two parked scooters. It is suspected to have been caused by the illegal storage of firecrackers or…
NEW DELHI: Afghanistan’s foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi arrived in India on Thursday. This marks the first visit by a top Taliban leader since the group returned to power in 2021 following the withdrawal of US-led forces.The trip comes as India aims to deepens its engagement with the Taliban government. Earlier, UN Security Council had…
Priyanka Chopra celebrated Karva Chauth in style, adorning her hands with elaborate mehendi that highlights the name of her husband, Nick Jonas, intertwined with a delightful design that mirrors her bond with daughter Malti. Priyanka Chopra is balancing her Hollywood responsibilities and Indian roots as she embraces the festive season. The ‘Sky Is Pink’ actress…