VATICAN CITY: The Vatican is sending new signals about how it intends to minister to LGBTQ+ Catholics in the Pope Leo XIV era, with signs of openness and limitations after Pope Francis ushered in a notable welcome during his 12-year pontificate.Catholic LGBTQ+ advocates cheered this week when a Vatican working group released a report featuring…
Bengaluru: The long-awaited connectivity boost for west Bengaluru is finally nearing reality. Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has completed the railway underbridge (RUB) at Challaghatta, a crucial component of infrastructure under the Major Arterial Road (MAR) project. Once fully operational, the corridor will create a seamless link between Magadi Road and the Bengaluru–Mysuru access-controlled highway through…
For those who are familiar with his performances on stage, Bruno Mars, over the years, has built a reputation for impeccable showmanship. His live shows are often a mix of strong vocals and stellar musicianship, focusing on audience engagement.‘The Romantic Tour’ is no different. This particular tour is more in focus because it marks his…
FIFA World Cup 2026 all-in-one guide: Full schedule, fixtures, groups, India timings, venues, knockout dates, FAQs and more The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to usher in a new era for international football, with the tournament expanding to 48 teams for the first time in its history. Co-hosted by the United States, Canada and…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly facing public resistance in the United States, according to multiple recent surveys and public reactions reported over the past few months. While major technology companies such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta continue investing billions of dollars into AI infrastructure, polls show growing concern among Americans about both AI technology…
It will be Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma this weekend in IPL (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: The 2026 edition of the IPL is heating up, with teams beginning to settle into their rhythm and fine-tune their combinations. Two weeks into the tournament, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals appear the most…
Mangaluru: National Environment Care Federation (NECF) secretary Shashidhar Shetty said that the National Green Tribunal (NGT), Southern Zone, Chennai, directed the Mangaluru Smart City Limited (MSCL) to strictly adhere to the CRZ Notification, 2011.Shetty told reporters here on Tuesday, that the NECF filed a petition before the NGT against the cycle track project being implemented…
Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh criticised Delhi Capitals over their team selection during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday.After captain Axar Patel chose to bat, Delhi Capitals struggled and were reduced to 69 for five in 11 overs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Sameer Rizvi, who remained not out on 40,…
The rupee appreciated by 28 paise to close at 92.90 against the US dollar on Monday, supported by the Reserve Bank’s measures aimed at curbing speculative activity and reducing volatility, PTI reported.Forex traders said that while the RBI’s actions are positive for the currency, continued foreign fund outflows, a firm dollar and elevated crude oil…
Riteish Deshmukh has reacted strongly to recent remarks made about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, calling them “distorted nonsense” and “unacceptable.” The actor, who is gearing up for the release of his historical drama Raja Shivaji—where he essays the role of the legendary warrior king—shared a strongly worded note on social media.Taking to X, Riteish wrote in…
