Rani Mukerji is basking in the joy of a career-defining moment, as she celebrates winning her first National Film Award for Best Actress for ‘Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway’ (2023). For the seasoned star, this honour is more than just recognition, it carries a deeply personal meaning, tied to her parents and a day filled with…
The World Trade Organization (WTO) on Wednesday welcomed China’s decision not to seek new special treatment in future WTO negotiations, calling it a step toward a more equitable global trading system.“This is a pivotal moment for the WTO,” said Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, WTO Director-General, news agency AFP reported. “China’s decision reflects a commitment to a more…
J&K CM Omar Abdullah (PTI file photo) Amid violent protests in Ladakh demanding statehood, Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said BJP was opposing statehood in J&K.Speaking to the media outside his office, Abdullah said that BJP was the only party opposing the restoration of statehood. “If there is opposition to restoring…
CM Mamata Banerjee (File photo) NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who lost their lives in rain-related incidents across the state.She also urged the Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation (CESC), the electricity provider in Kolkata and surrounding areas,…
NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday claimed that Congress councillor Phuntsog Stanzin Tsepag of inciting violence during the recent protest in Ladakh, but activist Sonam Wangchuk denied.In a post on X, BJP IT Cell head Amit Malviya asked whether Congress leader Rahul Gandhi wanted this kind of unrest in Ladakh.“This man rioting in…
India vs Bangladesh Live Score, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four: Dubai is set to host another compelling chapter of the Asia Cup 2025 when India take on Bangladesh in the Super Fours. For India, the contest follows yet another comprehensive victory over Pakistan — a result that prompted captain Suryakumar Yadav to question whether the…
NEW DELHI: Educationalist-turned-climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Wednesday called off his 15-day hunger strike after the demonstrations demanding statehood for Ladakh turned violent.“I am sad to inform you that there was vandalism in Leh during a protest. Many offices and police vehicles were vandalised and burned. A bandh was announced in Leh, but the youth…
The Delhi High Court has recently accepted AR. Rahman‘s plea and granted him the benefit of the doubt in the copyright dispute related to the song ‘Veera Raja Veera’ from the film ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ (‘PS 2’). Popular composer A.R. Rahman’s petition was proved in court this Wednesday (September 24). As per the Indian Express…
Shaheen Shah Afridi of Pakistan speaks to Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill of India (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) Pakistan cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan faced criticism for their on-field gestures during the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 match against India last Sunday.The controversy extended beyond the cricket field as their actions drew strong…
Ladakh protest; CWC meeting Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Wednesday called off his hunger strike demanding statehood for Ladakh after protests in the Union Territory’s capital, Leh, turned violent. He appealed to the youth to remain calm and urged the government to engage in dialogue with them.The Congress held a meeting of its top decision-making body,…
