Mangaluru: Expressing pride in her son’s run, Ayush Shetty’s mother, Shalmili Shetty, said the family had no regrets after he finished runner-up at the 2026 Badminton Asia Championships in Ningbo. Ayush lost to Shi Yuqi in the final to take the silver medal.“We need to understand his stage. He has been performing consistently, and his…
By Karthikeyan SairamOn a warm Saturday evening at Freedom Park, the mood was subdued yet resolute. Citizens, activists, and familiar faces from across the city gathered for a peaceful protest sparked by a deeply disturbing incident: 22 community dogs from a locality went missing and were later found killed. What unfolded was more than a…
Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: The decibel levels at the Wankhede Stadium soared the moment Virat Kohli walked out to bat for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With helmet on and bat in hand, Kohli paused to kiss the boundary rope before stepping onto the field, sending the crowd into a frenzy.Put in to bat…
A US lawmaker’s remarks about Indian workers at 7-Eleven stores triggered an online debate, with reactions ranging from MAGA support to criticism from progressives over his comments and personal ties.Texas congressman Brandon Gill is facing backlash after a video of him criticising the hiring of Indian workers went viral on X. In the clip, Gill…
China and Iran are increasingly using global supply chains and strategic chokepoints to counter the United States, reshaping economic warfare and exposing Washington’s vulnerabilities, according to a report by The Washington Post that examines how, when, where, why and how these tactics are playing out in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.The United States is no longer…
LUCKNOW: On a quiet Sunday in Kyampur Chhavni village of Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur district, history did not arrive with govt machinery or political slogans. It stood firm in concrete and steel, stretching 105 feet long and 9.5 feet wide across the Magai River. After 2 years, 1 month, and 18 days of relentless effort, and…
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle sang over a thousand songs, and each of them is nothing short of a gem. However, her work in Rekha starrer ‘Umrao Jaan’ holds a special place. She didn’t sing but surrendered to the character. Director of the Bollywood classic, Muzaffar Ali, recalls reaching out to Asha Bhosle for ‘Umrao Jaan’…
Rohit Sharma (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: After a batting onslaught led by Phil Salt, Virat Kohli and skipper Rajat Patidar lit up the Wankhede Stadium, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru piled up a daunting 240/4 against Mumbai Indians. With the target set, all eyes turned to Rohit Sharma, known for his ability to dismantle…
India’s coal imports declined 8.5 per cent to 16.55 million tonnes in February, as record domestic stockpiles and firm global prices reduced reliance on overseas supplies, according to data compiled by mjunction services, reported PTI. The country’s coal imports are expected to remain subdued in the near term, with domestic miners stepping up efforts to…
British luxury carmaker Bentley Motors has announced Priyanka Chopra Jonas as its new global brand ambassador. The announcement comes alongside a new campaign that will roll out this weekend. Shot by co-creative director Greg Williams, the campaign takes a more personal and documentary-style approach. It captures candid moments from Priyanka’s life and career, offering a…
