NEW DELHI: Sai Sudharsan entered the IPL record books on Friday by becoming the fastest batter to complete 2,000 runs in the tournament during Gujarat Titans’ match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.The GT opener reached the milestone in just 47 innings, going past Chris Gayle, who had taken 48 innings to…
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on Thursday (local time) rejected allegations of Hindu supremacism and spoke about India’s global image during an interaction at the Hudson Institute in Washington DC.Speaking about the functioning of the RSS, Hosabale said, “RSS is a people’s voluntary movement inspired by cultural ethos and civilisation values of…
Trigger warning: This article includes references to sexual abuse.Smokey Robinson and his wife, Frances Robinson, had earlier filed defamation claims against former employees who accused him of sexual assault. Now, as per the latest reports, a judge has officially dismissed his plea. Here’s what we know about the case and its recent developments.The musician’s claim…
This image is used for representation purpose only (AI-generated) Amid Iran’s move to control traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint has become a litmus test for how far states can go in monetising global trade routes.Indonesia’s recent attempt — floated in late April 2026 by its finance minister…
Cristiano Ronaldo could play alongside his son at Al-Nassr next season as reports suggest a senior team step-up after his 16th birthday/ Image: X Cristiano Ronaldo could be on course to share the pitch with his son at professional level, with Al-Nassr considering a gradual pathway to the first team for Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. next…
The Reserve Bank of India cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank Limited, on Friday, ceasing its operations as a bank, effective from April 24. “The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the banking licence issued to Paytm Payments Bank Limited under Section 22(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (‘BR Act’) effective…
NEW DELHI: Classrooms across the world are being quietly reset as govts redraw boundaries between learning and screen time. In just three years, the share of education systems restricting or banning mobile phones in schools has more than doubled — from 24% in 2023 to 58% in 2026 — with 114 systems now enforcing national-level…
Rakesh Bedi has laughed off rumours that he received a Rs 1 crore bonus after Dhurandhar 2’success, saying the money hasn’t reached his account. Playing politician Jameel Jamali, the actor responded with humour, adding that if such an amount ever comes, he may or may not speak about it, for now has got nothing. Rakesh…
Rupee fell almost 5% in 2025, and has continued to weaken since then, even touching a new record low this year. However, the currency is falling not only in terms of comparision against the greenback but also against other currencies.Rupee has dropped to its weakest level in more than a decade, as compared to its…
A new theatre festival in Bengaluru is attempting to bring the works of Vijay Tendulkar to the stage through crisp, 25-minute devised performances led by emerging directors at Vyoma Art and Space. Curated by theatre practitioner Ranji David, the initiative creates a platform for new voices to interpret a literary giant in their own way.‘The…
