PM Modi highlights role of Vande Mataram in freedom struggle; BJP, opposition take digs at each other during Lok Sabha debate
The discussion on 150 years of National Song Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday saw leaders from various political parties highlighting the role played by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s composition…
J&K LG lays foundation for 350 modern homes for families affected by Pak shelling during Op Sindoor in Jammu
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha formally inaugurated the foundation for the construction of new housing units for families impacted by recent natural disasters and unprovoked shelling from Pakistan…
MoCA, DGCA hold high-level meeting on IndiGo disruptions; senior officials to visit airports nationwide
The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) have been continuously monitoring the situation across all airports in real time since December 3, due to extraordinary…
IPBL: Mumbai Smashers defeat Hyderabad Royals in final, complete miracle run from 6th to champions
Mumbai Smashers charted a miracle run, going from sixth to champions with a win over Hyderabad Royals in the final of the Indian Pickleball League (IPBL)–launched by The Times Group…
Former cricketer Venkatesh Prasad wins KSCA presidential election
Former Indian cricketer Venkatesh Prasad was elected President of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) on Sunday. Former India cricketer Sujith Somasunder has been elected Vice-President, while Santosh Menon has…
FC Goa clinch record 3rd Super Cup title after 6-5 penalty shootout win over East Bengal
FC Goa were crowned champions of the AIFF Super Cup for a record third time after they defeated East Bengal FC 6-5 in a penalty shootout at the PJN Stadium…
Shakib Al Hasan reverses retirement, eyes all-formats home series before farewell
Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has withdrawn his retirement from Test and T20I cricket, expressing his desire to represent the national team across all three formats, as per ESPNcricinfo.…
Kolkata runs for greener tomorrow at SBI Green Marathon season 6
The SBI Green Marathon Season 6 arrived in the cultural capital of India, Kolkata, after inspiring cities across India–from Lucknow to Chandigarh, Bhopal, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, and Guwahati. The NKDA Football…
Mammootty honours “Lalu” Mohanlal on his Dadasaheb Phalke Award win
Malayalam superstars Mohanlal and Mammootty have been known for sharing a close friendship over the years, supporting each other through thick and thin. In a recent gesture, Mammootty honoured his…
Malini Awasthi mesmerises audience with her performance at cultural festival ‘Deshaj’ in Lucknow
Padmashree folk singer, Malini Awasthi, led the performance at the two-day cultural festival ‘Deshaj 2025’ which was organised in Lucknow on Sunday, to celebrate the Sonchiraya Foundation’s 15th anniversary. The…
“Anchored everything”: Prajakta Koli reflects on content creation to ‘Mismatched’ auditions
Content creator and actor Prajakta Koli, best known as the “MostlySane”, took a moment to look back at her personal journey from digital creator to acting. Koli, who stepped into…
“Thank you, Sushant, for introducing me to all”: Sara Ali Khan remembers late actor’s curiosity in trekking, pahadi khana
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan remembered the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput on the seventh anniversary of her debut film Kedarnath. The actress also shared throwback photos from the movie’s…
Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik out of finale race, says, “I didn’t expect to be eliminated from top five”
In a first major twist from Bigg Boss 19 finale, singer-composer Amaal Mallik has been eliminated from the reality show. Making his way out of the top five, Amaal’s name…
“He came with innocent face, He-Man’s body”: Salman Khan moved to tears, remembering legendary Dharmendra on Bigg Boss 19 finale
Actor Salman Khan offered an emotional tribute to the legendary Dharmendra, remembering the late actor’s journey on the Bigg Boss 19 finale. In honour of Dharmendra, Salman referred to him…
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hails Guwahati as “hub for concert economy” ahead of Post Malone’s Northeast performance
Ahead of Post Malone’s debut Northeast performance in Guwahati, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma opened up on the region emerging as a “hub for concert economy.” Speaking at a…
“Taught me to stop 10 seconds before reacting”: Runner-up Farrhana Bhatt shares hilarious learning from Bigg Boss 19
The runner-up to the Bigg Boss 19 show, Farrhana Bhatt, shared a hilarious learning from her journey in the show. Farrhana Bhatt was among the top 2 contestants, losing the…
“I wanted to stand on my own terms”: Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna dedicates victory to fans, says he connected with audience
Following a thrilling finale that kept audiences glued to their screens, actor Gaurav Khanna emerged triumphant, lifting the trophy of Bigg Boss 19. Hosted by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, the…
EAM Jaishankar calls intangible heritage most “democratic expression of culture”
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday described traditions, languages, music, craftsmanship and other intangible heritage as the most “democratic expression of culture”, saying they are “owned by all and…
US border czar Tom Homan defends Trump after president calls Somali community “garbage”
President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, on Sunday backed the US leader’s plan to target Somali immigrants in Minnesota, even as Trump described the community as “garbage”. During an…
Doha Forum urges economic engagement and connectivity for Afghanistan
On the second day of the Doha Forum, regional leaders and envoys discussed Afghanistan under the theme “Afghanistan’s Recovery through Regional Connectivity”, Tolo News reported. Ismatullah Irgashev, the Special Envoy…
“Money trains have not stopped”: Donald Trump Jr warns his father may abandon Ukraine over stalled peace
Donald Trump Jr, who does not hold an official position in the administration of US President Donald Trump, issued a sharp warning on the Russia-Ukraine conflict during remarks at the…
“Little bit disappointed Zelensky hasn’t read peace proposal”: Trump signals frustration over Ukraine talks
US President Donald Trump and the First Lady arrived on the red carpet at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, as questions continued to swirl over the administration’s approach to…
Pakistani lawmakers rally behind military, accuse PTI of “anti-state narrative”
Lawmakers from multiple political parties publicly backed Pakistan’s armed forces on Sunday, criticising the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for what they described as attempts to “malign state institutions” and spread an…
Himachal Pradesh Governor inaugurates state-level workshop on ‘War on Drugs-Chitte Par Chot’
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Sunday inaugurated a state-level workshop on the theme “War on Drugs-Chitte Par Chot”, organised by the group of NGOs “Sanjeevani”, and called for…