AJSU chief confirms alliance with BJP for Jharkhand Assembly polls
New Delhi, Aug 27 – After meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the All Jharkhand Students Union President Sudesh Mahto has confirmed an alliance with the BJP for the upcoming Jharkhand elections. He also criticised the state government’s handling of Jharkhand’s current political
Stampede-like situation at Patna’s ISKCON Temple on Janmashtami; no injuries reported
Patna, Aug 27 – Heavy rush of devotees at the ISKCON temple in Patna on the occasion of the Janmashtami festival created a stampede-like situation on Monday evening, a police officer said, adding that no casualties were reported. A few devotees might have
Indian Navy deputes team to probe collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji statue in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg
New Delhi, Aug 27 – The Indian Navy has ordered an investigation into the collapse of a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg that was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Navy Day last year. In a late-night statement,
Former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard endorses Trump for 2024 presidential race
Michigan, Aug 27 – Former US Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party in 2022, officially announced her endorsement of former President Donald Trump on Monday in the upcoming presidential polls in November, media reported. Gabbard, who has become a regular presence
Biden, PM Modi back UN charter-based end to Ukraine conflict, says White House
Washington, Aug 27 – US President Joe Biden and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi have affirmed their support for a peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine war “in accordance with international law and on the basis of the UN charter,” the White House said
Champai Soren meets Amit Shah, to join BJP on Aug 30, says Assam CM Sarma
New Delhi, Aug 27 – JMM leader and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren, who had publicly shared his anguish at his treatment by the party and his unceremonious removal from the top post, will join the BJP on August 30, Assam Chief
PM Modi speaks to Biden, discusses Ukraine, Bangladesh
New Delhi, Aug 26 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday discussed the situation in war-torn Ukraine and volatile Bangladesh with US President Joe Biden. “Spoke to @POTUS@JoeBiden on phone today. We had a detailed exchange of views on various regional and global
Yemeni govt says intercepts Houthi drones targeting oil facility
Aden (Yemen), Aug 24 – The Yemeni army intercepted three Houthi drones carrying explosives targeting the Safer oil facility in Marib Governorate, according to a statement from the defence ministry. The ministry called the attack, which occurred on Friday morning, a “cowardly terrorist
‘Perfect’ PSG put on ‘spectacle’ against Montpellier, says Luis Enrique after thumping 6-0 win
Paris, Aug 24 – Paris Saint Germain delivered a brilliant outing against Montpellier on Friday as Luis Enrique’s men slotted six goals past their opponents on what was a lethal night for the attackers. Following the game, Enrique stated that for PSG football
Zaheer Iqbal to Sonakshi Sinha: Lifetime more of you annoying me
Mumbai, Aug 24 – Actor Zaheer Iqbal had the sweetest message for his wife Sonakshi Sinha on their two-months anniversary. Taking to Instagram stories, Zaheer shared a video of the two walking the streets of New York. The two are seen walking hand-in-hand,
Denzel Washington hints at retirement after ‘Gladiator II’
Los Angeles, Aug 24 – Hollywood star and award-winner Denzel Washington has hinted at retiring from the world of cinema after Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II” and said that there are very few films left for him to make that he is interested in.
Indian Air Force’s Sarang team leaves for Egypt International Airshow
New Delhi, Aug 24 – The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Saturday dispatched its Sarang Helicopter Display Team to participate in the first edition of the Egypt International Airshow, which will take place from September 3 to 5 at Al-Alamein International Airport, in
Bengali actor ‘misbehaved’: Kerala minister defends director Ranjith
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 24 – With the Hema Committee report now the sole discussion point in Kerala about the way sexual exploitation is taking place in the Malayalam film industry, cultural affairs minister Saji Cherian on Saturday strongly defended director Ranjith, over the accusation
‘Congratulations on a fantastic career’: Gambhir, Sehwag, BCCI lead retirement wishes for Shikhar Dhawan
New Delhi, Aug 24 – As India opener Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on Saturday morning, former players showered tributes to the decorated cricketer on his illustrious cricketing career. Taking to social media, the left-handed batter put an
Club football schedule: Arsenal, Barcelona, Inter Milan in action as Dortmund aim to begin season on high
New Delhi, Aug 24 – The 2024/25 football season is in full swing as all European Leagues will be in action on a jam-packed Saturday evening with Manchester City, FC Barcelona, Arsenal, Dortmund and many others aiming for a winning shot. Premier League
Amitabh Bachchan: Music is the source of the most creative moments in one’s life
Mumbai, Aug 24 – Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared that he had a day of surprises,duty, discipline and music, which he says is the source of the most creative moments in one’s life. Amitabh took to his blog and wrote: “… A day of
JLo posts for the first time on social media after filing for divorce from Ben Affleck
Los Angeles, Aug 24 – After a turbulent past few weeks, actress-singer Jennifer Lopez is back on social media as the news surrounding her filing for divorce from Ben Affleck continue to gain momentum. The actress, 55, took to her Instagram, and reposted
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy may boost cancer treatment outcomes: Experts
New Delhi, Aug 24 – Neoadjuvant chemotherapy — used to shrink tumours before cancer surgery — can significantly improve treatment outcomes and boost survival rate, said experts here on Saturday. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment where chemotherapy drugs are administered
RG Kar tragedy: Rebel Trinamool MP expresses anguish through RK Laxman’s cartoon
Kolkata, Aug 24 – Veteran Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha member, Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, has now taken refuge in a cartoon by legendary Indian artist and humourist RK Laxman to express his anguish over the recent summons to him by Kolkata Police over his
11 dead, 14 missing after heavy rains hit China
Beijing, Aug 24 – Torrential rains have left 11 people dead and 14 others missing in the city of Huludao, China’s Liaoning Province. The heavy rainfall caused extremely severe damage in Huludao, particularly in the city’s Jianchang County and Suizhong County. Roads, power