Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku (9) celebrates a goal with teammates during the World Cup Group G match against Egypt. (AP Photo) Belgium narrowly avoided an embarrassing start to their FIFA World Cup campaign as Romelu Lukaku’s immediate influence rescued a 1-1 draw against Egypt in a tense Group G encounter on Monday.With the Red Devils staring…
NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee on Friday released the party’s election manifesto ahead of the upcoming state assembly polls.Speaking at the launch, Banerjee thanked the people of the state for their continued support and alleged that the BJP was attempting to gain control of West Bengal through…
Bengaluru: With the push towards vaginal deliveries to avoid unnecessary C-sections (caesarean sections), pregnant women in Bengaluru are increasingly exploring natural birthing options. One such method gaining popularity is water birth, with several hospitals setting up dedicated centres over the past two years.Recently, a 42-year-old woman, who had her first child 11 years ago, delivered…
Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China on May 19 for a two-day visit, shortly after US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile trip to Beijing, the Kremlin announced on Saturday.According to a Kremlin statement, Putin will hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on ways to “further strengthen the comprehensive partnership and strategic…
Artha volunteers engaged in beautification of Karnataka Public School, Hosmar, in Karkala Udupi: What can Rs 150 a month achieve? For members of Artha, a volunteer-driven collective of professionals, it is enough to bring meaningful change to govt schools and improve the lives of students. By contributing what they call the equivalent of a day’s…
Ola Electric has announced a sharp price cut for its flagship electric motorcycle, the Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh, making it significantly more accessible to buyers. The model is now priced at Rs 1,29,999, down from Rs 1,89,999, marking a reduction of Rs 60,000.The price drop comes as the company scales up production of its indigenously…
BENGALURU: Three cab drivers from Bengaluru were arrested Monday on charges of hitting a 37-year-old man on the head with a rod in a road-rage incident at Maddur on Bengaluru-Mysuru highway on the night of July 5.Police said M Sagar Kumar, from Attiguppe near Vijayanagar, was driving back from Mysuru to Bengaluru when the alleged…
Street Vendors evicted in Bengaluru Bengaluru: Actor Prakash Raj, filmmaker Kavitha Lankesh and writer-activist Vijayamma are among more than 500 citizens who have urged govt to immediately halt the ongoing eviction of street vendors in the name of creating “safe footpaths” and walkable cities.In an open letter addressed to chief minister DK Shivakumar and Greater…
As Messi takes control of UE Cornellà, he joins Ronaldo in Spanish football as club owners in rival roles.(Image via Getty) At a time when most players are years into retirement and settled into coaching or punditry, 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo is choosing his final act carefully, with three clear goals still on his agenda. The…
FIFA World Cup trophy (Photo by Getty Images) NEW DELHI: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its business end, with all 16 teams confirmed for the Round of 16 following a dramatic Round of 32 that saw heavyweights like Germany and the Netherlands crash out. Defending champions Argentina survived a scare against Cape Verde,…
