NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday and congratulated her on assuming office. He discussed the shared vision of advancing the partnership between the two countries and the leaders underscored that stronger India-Japan ties are vital for global peace, stability and prosperity.Sharing the details of the call in…
NEW DELHI: In yet another remark that contradicts Congress party’s stance, senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has backed the Election Commission’s decision for a nationwide special intensive revision of electoral rolls.This comes amid opposition’s criticism of the exercise, particularly regarding concerns over potential disenfranchisement.Speaking to news agency ANI, Tharoor said that the electoral rolls are…
Ricky Ponting has backed Rishabh Pant to handle his responsibility as Team India skipper for the 2nd Test vs SA. (Images via AP, Getty) Ricky Ponting has thrown his weight behind Rishabh Pant as the wicketkeeper-batter prepares to lead India in the series-deciding second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. With Shubman Gill ruled out…
Axar Patel during a practice session ahead of the second Test cricket match between India and South Africa, at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday announced India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against South Africa. KL Rahul, India’s first-choice…
Indian cricketers returned home after Asia Cup 2025. (Video grabs) NEW DELHI: India’s cricketing heroes were greeted by fans with rapturous celebrations as they returned home following their Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 triumph over Pakistan. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and spinner Kuldeep Yadav landed in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, a couple of days after India…
Erling Haaland, Mohamed Salah and Viktor Gyokeres (L-R) (Images via Getty Images) The Premier League is back in action on Friday, with champions Liverpool beginning their title defence at Anfield against Bournemouth. Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea, who finished in the top four last season once again look like the most viable contenders for…
NEW DELHI: Fearing challenges to working capital and potential losses, car dealers are knocking multiple doors for adjustment of the Rs 2,500 crore GST cess paid by them to govt and have written to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, auto companies and banks to help them tide over the issue. The dealers – who are saddled…
With both sides looking to steady an increasingly unstable world order, India and the European Union are preparing to close a free trade agreement, a defence framework pact and a new strategic agenda when their summit convenes in New Delhi on January 27. Senior diplomatic sources told news agency PTI that the trade pact is…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his longest Independence Day speech of 103 minutes from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Friday. The Prime Minister addressed the nation on a wide range of issues concerning India’s national interest and announced multiple schemes.PM Modi’s 2024 Independence Day speech, which was his first speech of…
Akshay Kumar is witnessing a significant box office resurgence in 2025, capped by Jolly LLB 3. Despite a slower initial week, the film showcased remarkable resilience, crossing the Rs 100 crore mark in its second week. This achievement makes it Akshay’s 15th film to join the coveted club, solidifying his comeback. Makers anticipate further gains…