FIR against Mamata Banerjee over ‘Ganda Dharma’ remark
An FIR has been registered against TMC Chief and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Sanatan Dharma while attending an Eid…
Prime Minister showing no interest in changing housing allowance for MPs
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is showing no interest in tightening the housing allowance system for MPs despite the coalition making it harder for other New Zealanders to claim accommodation support.…
Surging cost of living leaves young professionals struggling
Despite having jobs, some workers are relying on credit cards to manage their bills while others are skipping meals and calling in sick to work to cope with the surging…
Minister defends claiming $1000 accommodation allowance for mortgage-free apartment – but won’t say what her costs are
Social development minister Louise Upston has defended claiming $52,000 a year for an apartment she owns in Wellington, but won’t explain what costs it is covering. Ministerial expense claims show…
Is it OK for non-Māori to perform haka? New show investigates appropriation
What’s the difference between appreciation and appropriation is the question actor and comedian Kura Forrester asks in a new series, reports Mariana Whareaitu. Is it OK for non-Māori to wear…
After Uttarakhand and Gujarat, Assam introduces UCC Bill; proposes ban on polygamy, registration of live-in relationships
After Uttarakhand and Gujarat, the Assam government on Monday introduced a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state assembly, proposing a ban on polygamy and making registration of live-in…
CNG prices rise by Rs 2 in Delhi, fourth hike in 15 days
The prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) have increased by Rs 2 per kg in Delhi with effect from Tuesday, adding to the commuting burden for users of CNG-powered vehicles.…
US conducts ‘self-defence strikes’ on Iranian boats, missile sites amid ceasefire negotiations
The US military carried out “self-defence strikes” targeting Iranian missile launch sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz amid an ongoing ceasefire between the two countries, CNN reported, citing…
“Forward-looking discussions on further deepening bilateral cooperation”: Piyush Goyal after meeting Canadian PM Mark Carney
India and Canada signalled renewed momentum in bilateral trade negotiations, with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highlighting progress towards a Comprehensive Economic…
Akshay and Vicky strike gold in Freestyle as Indian women eye historic medal rush in Vietnam
India’s freestyle grapplers Akshay T Dhere and Vicky delivered stunning gold medal-winning performances to set the stage for a blockbuster day at the U23 Asian Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam,…
Madhya Pradesh’s shot putter Samardeep Singh Gill wins ticket to CWG
Madhya Pradesh’s 25-year-old Samardeep Singh Gill outduel seasoned Punjab’s thrower Tajinderpal Singh Toor to win a gold medal in the men’s shot put event on the final day of the…
Sri Lanka name squads for West Indies Tour, Kusal Mendis to lead in ODI, T20
Sri Lanka named their squads for the upcoming tour of West Indies, with the series set to feature all three formats. Experienced wicketkeeper-batter Kusal Mendis has been appointed captain for…
Udaan U-20 Border Girls Football Championship 2026 kickstarts
The grand inaugural ceremony of the Udaan U-20 Border Girls Football Championship 2026 was successfully held at the football ground of Bhooteachang Tea Estate in Udalguri, Assam. The special tournament…
Madhya Pradesh League 2026 unveils vibrant team jerseys ahead of new season
The jerseys for all 10 men’s franchises and five women’s teams participating in the upcoming Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026 were officially unveiled on Monday at Taj…
PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag return as India gears up for Singapore Badminton Open 2026
Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and Asian Games doubles champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to make their return for India at the 2026 Singapore Badminton Open, which begins…
“I can see my game progressing the right away”: Guyana-bound Vriitya Aravind credits the vipers with his success
UAE wicketkeeper-batter Vriitya Aravind believes his experience with the Desert Vipers in the ILT20 has been key to his growth as a cricketer. Vriitya was a part of the Vipers…
India Women hammer Maldives 11-0 in SAFF Championship opener
The Indian women’s football team began its SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 campaign dominantly, thrashing the Maldives 11-0 in their opening Group B match at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in…
Soha Ali Khan pens precious birthday wish for her “favourite human” Kunal Kemmu
It’s actor Kunal Kemmu birthday on Monday, and his loved one made sure to pamper him with special messages on social media. Kunal’s wife and actor Soha Ali Khan penned…
Tusshar Kapoor celebrates 25 years of ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’, says film gave him “lifetime of memories”
Actor Tusshar Kapoor is celebrating his 25 years of debut with ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’, describing the journey as a “lifetime of memories.” In a heartfelt Instagram post, Tusshar Kapoor…
“He has consciously chosen to maintain silence”: Ranveer Singh’s spokesperson on Don 3 controversy
Actor Ranveer Singh’s spokesperson said that the actor holds “deep respect” for the film fraternity and wishes to remain “silent” after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued…
IPL: Travis Head’s wife Jessica faces online abuse after SRH player spat with Virat Kohli
Social media has increasingly become a space where negativity often spreads faster than positivity. It’s also strange to see how people who have no direct involvement in an incident can…
Priya Dutt pays emotional tribute to late father Sunil Dutt, says “Your values, your warmth and your spirit live on”
In a poignant moment, Priya Dutt paid a heartfelt tribute to her father, the legendary Sunil Dutt, as she remembered the late actor on his death anniversary. Celebrating the rich…
Kushboo Sundar felicitates Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay, says “emotional moment for me to see my younger brother”
Actor-politician Kushboo Sundar felicitated Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S Joseph Vijay, describing it as a “privilege” for her. In a heartwarming Instagram post, Kushboo Sundar shared pictures from her meeting…
Filming begins for Karthi’s upcoming film with Meenakshi Chaudhary, snaps from puja ceremony out
Tamil actor Karthi’s upcoming film, tentatively titled ‘Karthi 30’, has officially gone on floors after the puja ceremony on Monday. Directed by Kalyan Sundar, the film also stars Meenakshi Chaudhary…
“Harassing me, my people…I will always celebrate my bhai”: Shreyas Iyer’s sister Shresta slams online trolls after Punjab Kings’ elimination from IPL
Following the elemination of Punjab Kings from the 19th edition of IPL, Shresta Iyer, sister of Indian batter Shreyas Iyer, has become the target of trolls with some unfairly labeling…