A former visa officer shares dos and don’ts for visa interviews. Getting a US visa has gradually become a stroke of luck as the rate of denials is high. Sometimes there are legitimate reasons, sometimes the visa officers just doubt that the applicant may not return to their home countries, and sometimes, it is just…
Los Angeles, April 28 (IANS) Pop icon Taylor Swift has spoken up on how the song ‘Love Story’ came into existence. The singer-songwriter delved into the creative process behind some of her biggest hits recently. Pop icon Taylor Swift has spoken up on how the song ‘Love Story’ came into existence. The singer-songwriter delved into…
Air India Ahmedabad plane crash (File photo) NEW DELHI: Ten months after the tragic Air India plane crash that killed 260 people in Ahmedabad, around 30 grieving families have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the release of the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (black box) data.Air India flight AI 171,…
Sahaja Yamalapalli taking shot (Photo by DLTA) NEW DELHI: Like the Delhi weather over the past two days, chilly and cold on Tuesday evening to warm and hot on Wednesday afternoon, Vaishnavi Adkar also had contrast in fortunes and performance in the BJK Cup.On Tuesday, against Indonesia’s Aunchisa Chanta, she was swept aside by the…
The United States carried out a high-profile strike on Iranian missile sites near the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, deploying some of the most powerful conventional bombs in its arsenal. The attack targeted underground facilities housing Iranian anti-ship cruise missiles, which US Central Command said posed a significant threat to international shipping in the…
KC Venugopal, Rahul Gandhi and VD Satheesan (R) NEW DELHI: After 10 days of high-voltage drama (read embarrassment), the Congress on Thursday finally announced V D Satheesan as its chief minister pick for Kerala – a state it won with a thumping margin to end the 10-year rule of the CPM-led Left Front.Ironically, Kerala, which…
NEW DELHI: There have been several broadcasting blunders over the years, but the one during the first Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh will surely stand out. During the opening Test in Dhaka, broadcasters mistakenly displayed India’s scorecard instead of Pakistan’s Playing XI.The error occurred after Pakistan won the toss and opted to field at the…
Spain’s Lamine Yamal has criticised sections of Spanish fans for anti-Muslim chants during Spain’s friendly against Egypt, saying such behaviour should not be tolerated in football.The incident took place at RCDE Stadium on Tuesday, where parts of the crowd were heard chanting: “bote, bote, bote musulman el que no bote”, which translates to “jump, jump,…
As the cricket season grips Bengaluru, weekends in the city are no longer just about catching up over drinks or casual dining. The city’s venues are transforming into buzzing mini stadiums, where fans gather in jerseys, wave flags, and cheer in unison for the home team. With giant screens, themed experiences and lively crowds, match…
From Dh25 to 2.5%: Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr Rules Explained as Eid ul Fitr 2026 Nears As Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, one question is trending across the Muslim communities and that is – what exactly is the difference between Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr? With millions preparing to…
