NCW summons Nora Fatehi over ‘Sarke Chunar’ song controversy hearing
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has scheduled a hearing in connection with the controversy surrounding the song ‘Sarke Chunar’, summoning actor and dancer Nora Fatehi in the matter. Nora…
“I won’t miss her… she still lives here”: Adnan Sami fondly remembers Asha Bhosle
Iconic singer and composer Adnan Sami, in an emotional reflection, opened up about the significance of the late Asha Bhosle in his life, expressing that her legacy will be remembered…
‘September 21’ director Karen Kshiti Suvarna calls Cannes debut a “dream come true”; cast reflects on Alzheimer’s care
Ahead of the film’s world premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, ‘September 21’ director Karen Kshiti Suvarna described it as an overwhelming moment for her. Speaking to ANI, Karen…
“Thande Thande Paani Mei song convinced me”: Ayushmann Khurrana on signing ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’; actors tease confusion, humour
Actors Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi and Rakul Preet Singh – the lead cast of the upcoming comedy film ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’ offered a glimpse into…
“Speaking in Hindi…want to spread my party’s message”: TVK MLA-elect Keerthana
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam MLA-elect from Sivakasi, S Keerthana, has said that the message of her party “for a change” should reach wider audiences and talking in Hindi helps that purpose.…
“Powerful symbol of national resolve and preparedness”: Rajnath Singh on anniversary of Op Sindoor
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid tribute to the valour and sacrifices of the Indian armed forces on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor. He described the operation as a…
Royal Netherlands Navy ship arrives in Kochi, escorted by Fast Interceptor Craft of Indian Navy
Royal Netherlands Navy ship HNLMS De Ruyter (F804), a De Zeven Provinciën class frigate, arrived at Kochi on Monday, as per a statement by the Indian Navy. The ship’s visit…
Netanyahu orders IDF strikes in Beirut targeting Hezbollah Radwan Force commander despite ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (local time) ordered strikes in Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, targeting a senior commander of the Hezbollah Radwan Force, in an operation carried out by…
CNN founder Ted Turner, pioneer of 24-hour cable news, dies at 87
Media entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded CNN and helped transform global television news through 24-hour coverage, Ted Turner, passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday after a long…
India, Japan deepen tech ties; sign pact on medical devices, quantum science cooperation
India and Japan strengthened their strategic partnership in science and technology with the exchange of key agreements in the fields of healthcare innovation and emerging technologies during a high-level bilateral…
EAM pays tribute at ‘Monument for the Fallen Heroes’ in Suriname’s Mariënburg, recalls Girmitya struggle
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (local time) paid tribute at the ‘Monument for the Fallen Heroes’ in Mariënburg, Suriname, honouring the memory of those who lost their lives…
Trinidad and Tobago PM congratulates PM Modi, BJP on ‘historic’ West Bengal poll victory
Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, on Wednesday (local time) congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for what she described as a “resounding…
Chinese FM calls for “immediate, full ceasefire” in West Asia during talks with Iranian FM
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for an “immediate and full ceasefire” over the situation in West Asia involving Iran and the US while urging all sides to prioritise dialogue…
Iran likely to submit response to US proposal on West Asia crisis through mediators on May 7
Iran is expected to convey its response to the United States’ proposal aimed at ending the ongoing crisis in West Asia and to achieve a complete solution to the issue…
Government formation efforts gain momentum in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Bengal, Kerala; Mamata says will not resign as CM
Efforts for government formation picked up pace in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry with the parties and alliances that won the polls also making preparations for oath-taking…
YSRCP directs party leaders to closely monitor SIR in Andhra Pradesh
The Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) State Coordinator Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy held an online conference with the party’s regional coordinators, district presidents, MLAs, state general secretaries (coordination), and state…
Suvendu Adhikari’s aide murdered: West Bengal Police seize vehicle, probe underway
West Bengal Police on Thursday seized a vehicle in connection with the probe into the alleged murder of Chandra, personal assistant to West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. West…
CJI Surya Kant welcomes Centre’s move to raise Supreme Court judges’ strength to 38
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Wednesday welcomed the Union Government’s decision to increase the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 33 to 38 judges, including the CJI,…
Srinagar Police demolishes illegal structure of drug peddler in Noorbagh
As part of its crackdown under the ‘Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan’, Srinagar Police demolished an illegally constructed residential structure belonging to an alleged habitual drug peddler in the…
Sirsa slams Bhagwant Mann, says law and order situation in Punjab not in his control
Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday hit out at Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over his remarks concerning BJP and alleged that law and order situation in the border…
NSA Doval, Vietnam Prez discuss strengthening multifaceted strategic partnership
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval called on General Secretary, President of Vietnam To Lam and discussed strengthening the multifaceted, comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Sharing the details in…
Unpredictable rains take Shimla residents by surprise; school children inconvenienced
Continuous rains have caused some disruption to normal life in the hill town of Shimla as showers lashed parts of Himachal Pradesh over the past two days, bringing down temperatures…
India begin AFC U17 Asian Cup quest against Australia
India begins their fourth continental campaign of the year on Wednesday when they face Australia in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U17 Asian Cup 2026, at the King Abdullah Sports…
IPL 2026: Clinical CSK keep playoff hopes alive with 8-wicket win over DC; Samson, Akeal, Kartik shine
Sanju Samson and Kartik Sharma helped Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeat Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium in…
CSK skipper Gaikwad hails “backbone” Sanju; lauds young Kartik after win over DC
Following his side’s win over Delhi Capitals (DC), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad hailed the team’s “backbone” Sanju Samson for his match-winning knock and lauded a young Kartik…