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Countdown starts: ISRO's heaviest satellite ready for launch

Indian Space Research Organisation's over 4,000 kg communication satellite CMS-03 is all set to be launched from Sriharikota's space port on Sunday and the countdown is progressing. IMAGE: ISRO's......

Countdown begins for launch of ISRO's heaviest satellite

The 24-hour countdown for the launch of over 4,000 kg communication satellite CMS-03 commenced at this spaceport on Saturday, ISRO said. IMAGE: The LVM3-M5 rocket will carry over 4,000 kg......

ISRO's 'Bahubali' rocket injects heaviest satellite in orbit

The heaviest communication satellite to be launched from the Indian soil onboard a new generation, homegrown 'Bahubali' rocket was successfully placed into the intended orbit on Sunday, the Indian......

2 killed in UK synagogue terrorist attack; suspect shot dead

Two people have been killed and a suspect has been shot dead by police officers in a stabbing and car attack declared a terrorist incident at a synagogue in Manchester on the Jewish holy day of......

7 acquitted in Malegaon blasts case get HC notice

The Bombay high court on Thursday issued notices to the seven persons acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, on an appeal filed by the family members of the victims. IMAGE: Policemen stand......

Mahindra Rolls Out India's Own Batmobile

Priced at Rs 27.79 lakh (ex-showroom), the limited-edition BE 6 is expected to be a highly sought-after vehicle for collectors and fans of the iconic superhero alike. IMAGE: Bollywood star John......

Cash-strapped Byju's to raise $200 mn after taking 99% valuation cut

Cash-strapped edtech firm Byju’s’ parent company said on Monday it will raise $200 million by way of a rights issue to all its equity shareholders, aiming to support growth and achieve......

120 Bahadur: A Film Every Indian Should Watch

120 Bahadur is not just a war movie. It is a tribute, a history lesson, and an emotional journey into the heart of military courage, states Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey (retd). IMAGE:......

When Meena Kumari Fell In Love With Dharmendra

'At parties and premieres, Meena openly showered affection towards Dharam. Sometimes she would even take his hand and the next day it would be in print.''On one occasion, mischievously almost, she......

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

IMAGE: Dharmendra and Asha Parekh in Aaye Din Bahar Ke. Simply put, Dharmendra's demise means the loss of one of the biggest icons ever in the Hindi film firmament. His incredible career straddled......

Jugnuma Review: A Quiet Delight

Jugnuma has the unhurried pace of a stroll at dusk through the hills and the quiet delight in coming across jugnus (fireflies) twinkling in the trees, observes Deepa Gahlot. It's the kind of......

Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan Review: Turn A Blind Eye To It

For all its preoccupation with blindness, the only people Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan deems blind is the audience to think they cannot see what poppycock unfolds, sighs Sukanya Verma. Strangers......

Hardik Pandya back with a bang; fires Baroda to victory!

IMAGE: Hardik Pandya smashed seven fours and fours sixes in his 42-ball knock to fire Baroda to victory against Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Photograph: BCCI India all-rounder Hardik......

Umran could be KKR's 'X-factor' in IPL 2026: Narine

IMAGE: Tearaway pacer Umran Malik is set for his KKR debut in IPL 2026 after missing last season due to a hip injury. Photograph: ANI Photo Mystery spinner Sunil Narine says Kolkata Knight Riders......

Stokes Chases Ashes History Down Under

Only three England captains have secured the urn in Australia in the last 50 years, with Andrew Strauss the last in 2010/11. IMAGE: Leading England to Ashes triumph over the next seven weeks......

Starc, Stokes Masterclass On Roller-Coaster Day 1

IMAGE: Mitchell Starc celebrates Ben Duckett's wicket on Day 1 of the 1st Ashes Test in Perth, November 21, 2024. Photograph: Asanka Brendon Ratnayake/Reuters Astralian ace Mitchell Starc and......

Rishabh Pant slams fifty after getting hit on helmet!

IMAGE: Rishabh Pant retired hurt temporarily as a precautionary measure after he was hit thrice by South African pacer Tshepo Moraki towards the end of the morning session on Day 3. Photograph:......