Congress targets PM Modi after passport rank slips to 125th NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday criticised PM Modi’s government over India’s recent passport rankings, alleging that its policies had hurt the country’s global reputation. He also questioned the recent increase in passport fees, saying citizens were paying more despite what he described…
Folarin Balogun (20) fouls Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic (4). Balogun received a red card on the play, US President Donald Trump. (AP) European football’s governing body UEFA on Monday criticised FIFA for allowing United States forward Folarin Balogun to play in Tuesday’s (IST) FIFA World Cup round-of-16 match against Belgium despite receiving a red card in…
Odisha schools closed in multiple districts as heavy rain continues Heavy rain has forced several districts in Odisha to shut schools and colleges as the state remains on alert for the third consecutive day of monsoon showers. With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of more rain till July 7, district administrations have begun taking…
Marking 10 years of “Sultan,” Ali Abbas Zafar reflects on the wrestling drama’s origins and Salman Khan’s swift 15-minute yes to the role. He recalls casting Anushka Sharma, initial awkwardness that eased over time, and teases a possible fourth collaboration once the right script comes along. Even ten years later, ‘Sultan’ remains a firm favourite…
A mother’s unwavering dedication saw her become her son’s classmate, attending online lectures and taking notes while he battled a collapsed lung. Gunjan Kumar, despite significant vision loss, achieved a remarkable JEE Advanced rank, securing a Computer Science seat at IIT Delhi. His mother’s support proved invaluable, transforming her into a vital part of his…
The equity benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty ended higher for the fourth consecutive session on Monday (July 6), led by strong gains in banking heavyweights, strength in auto and realty stocks, and positive moves in select large-cap and mid-cap names. The Sensex rose 521 points to close at 78,285, while the Nifty gained…
Prashant Kishor (File photo) – Prashant Kishor says he chose BJP bastion Bankipur to send message beyond caste politics NEW DELHI: Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Monday said he deliberately chose to contest the Bankipur Assembly by-election from the BJP’s long-time stronghold instead of opting for a politically “safe seat”. He said the move…
Nritya Gopal Das on Monday said he was deeply pained by the alleged theft of offerings at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust president Nritya Gopal Das on Monday said he was deeply pained by the alleged theft of offerings at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, while expressing confidence that Prime Minister Narendra…
Posters by mourners during Khamenei’s funeral call for the killing of Trump and Netanyahu Mourners at the funeral procession of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei carried banners and aggressive placards calling for the death of US President Donald Trump, with inflammatory chants of “death to America” and “death to Israel” echoing through Tehran’s streets.A large…
FlyaDeal kick-started operations in India (Representative image taken from X) Saudi Arabia‘s low-cost carrier flyadeal has entered the Indian aviation market, launching its first service between Hyderabad and Riyadh.The inaugural flight from Riyadh landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on July 4, marking the airline’s debut in India, airport operator GMR Hyderabad International…
