Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has criticised his party's decision to ally with the TVK in Tamil Nadu, calling it 'dreadful' and 'low political opportunism'. He fears it could facilitate the entry of the BJP into Tamil Nadu's Dravidian political landscape.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant expressed relief and satisfaction after his team ended a six-match losing streak with a DLS victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. Pant praised Mitchell Marsh's century and highlighted the team's bowling strength as key factors in the win.
Authorities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar demolished illegal constructions belonging to AIMIM corporator Matin Patel, who is accused of harbouring Nida Khan, wanted in connection with a Nashik TCS case.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has refuted media reports suggesting that its efforts to facilitate peace talks between the US and Iran have stalled, calling the reports baseless and speculative.
Punjab Kings' spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has stated that the team will not be making significant changes despite a recent slump in form, attributing the losses to poor catching at crucial moments.
Recipes that we learned from our Mothers are almost sacred for us, especially when we no longer have them with us anymore. Here are 14 wonderful Mummy recipes Our Mummies often don't write their recipes down but every time our Ammas make a particular dish, it's more spectacular than the last time they made it! Without doubt, right? We were fortunate to get a few of our Ammis to jot down how she made a certain oh-so-yummy preparation
From Kiara Advani to Tamannaah Bhatia and Fatima Sana Shaikh, these stunning ladies know exactly how to pause, unwind, and recharge when temperatures soar -- either with a dip in the pool or a beach vacay!
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Mumbai Indians in a thrilling low-scoring match, thanks to a crucial six by Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the final over, eliminating Mumbai from playoff contention.
Axar Patel criticised the Delhi Capitals' batting and bowling performances after their defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, which has significantly impacted their IPL 2026 playoff chances. He hinted at potential team changes for the next season.
Jannik Sinner equalled Novak Djokovic's all-time record of 31 Masters 1000 wins in a row after defeating Andrea Pellegrino at the Italian Open.
Iran has formally turned down a proposal from the United States for a 48-hour ceasefire, according to Al Jazeera, citing reports from the semi-official Fars news agency.
US President Donald Trump stated that military strikes against Iran could resume if they 'misbehave,' even as he reviews a new proposal from Tehran aimed at ending the paused conflict.
Yuvraj Sandhu finished T-31 at the Estrella Damn Catalunya Championship after a final round of 3-under 69. Yurav Premlall of South Africa won the tournament with a record-breaking 14-stroke lead.
West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya advocated a new land policy to facilitate large-scale industrialisation and assured investors of a 'fearless' environment in the state.
This Mother's Day, we want to hear your story. Not the big, obvious moments, but that one small, unforgettable anecdote that made you pause and think, "This is why my mom is different."
India and the United States are committed to finalising an interim trade agreement, despite recent challenges including the US imposing a blanket 10 per cent surcharge and India's decision to wait for a new global tariff architecture. The US Trade Representative's annual report highlights India's maintained high import tariffs and various non-tariff barriers across several sectors.
Delhi Capitals' coach Hemang Badani expresses concern over Kuldeep Yadav's form as the team fights for a playoff spot in the IPL. Despite past successes, Kuldeep's economy rate has increased, and wickets have been scarce. The team hopes he can regain his peak performance during this crucial phase.
Rahul Dravid said the European T20 Premier League offers an 'exciting opportunity' to grow cricket in Europe after becoming owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise.
The central headquarters of the Iranian armed forces has issued a stark warning to the United States and its regional partners following recent threats made by President Donald Trump, state broadcaster Press TV reported.
Mihika Yadav and Arjun Singh headline the Indian team selected to compete in the US Open pickleball tournament in Naples, Florida. The squad includes players across various age categories, with the Indian Pickleball Association supporting their participation in upcoming international events.
The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) has criticised the French Open's prize money structure, supporting players' demands for a fairer share of revenue and broader structural changes in tennis.
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has accused the Aam Aadmi Party of orchestrating attacks on BJP offices in the state, demanding action against those responsible and warning against creating 'Bengal-like conditions' in Punjab.
In his first major national address since hostilities began, Trump said the ongoing military campaign, dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury', has delivered 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories'.
Indian investors have seen their wealth erode by a staggering Rs 16.77 lakh crore over four trading sessions, as the markets faced deep losses driven by elevated crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, persistent foreign fund outflows, and a record-low rupee.
The Iranian military on Thursday issued a strongly worded response to remarks made by United States President Donald Trump, warning that the ongoing conflict will persist until Washington, DC faces what it described as 'permanent humiliation, regret, and surrender', as reported by Iranian state media Press TV.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.
Riddhi Vora says her proudest title came not from a classroom or career milestone, it came with motherhood, "My life changed completely the moment I held my daughter for the first time, and then again when Veyansh was born,".
The Chand Mera Dil trailer feels like the story has already spoiled itself with only an emotional payoff reserved for the actual film, observes Mayur Sanap.
A second United States fifth-generation F-35 fighter jet was struck and downed over central Iran by a modern air-defence system of the Islamic Republic's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), with officials saying the pilot is unlikely to have ejected, Iranian state media reported on Friday.
Iran has presented a multi-layered proposal to the US in an attempt to break the deadlock in peace talks, focusing on de-escalation and nuclear programme discussions.
A 45-year-old man, recently returned from the US, allegedly died by suicide in Gurugram after a dispute with his wife. Police are investigating the incident.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, ended lower in choppy trade, with the Sensex declining 114 points, as investors reacted to unabated foreign fund outflows and rising geopolitical uncertainties.
'At the first sign of real trouble, that money will move. There will be a run.'
NITI Aayog member Gobardhan Das asserted that India possessed a rich scientific tradition that suffered setbacks during centuries of foreign domination, with its repository of knowledge systematically destroyed by invaders.
MNS president Raj Thackeray questions the fuel consumption during recent election campaigns, asking if austerity measures are only meant for the common people.
US President Donald Trump's signature will soon appear on US paper currency, coinciding with the 250th anniversary celebrations of American Independence.
'Mumma, I want to tell you today that I love you dearly. When you are around, I can still be a child even though I have a child of my own,'; Mable Mudhliar tells her mother Bellarmina Chettiar.
Srivastava warned that continued bombing of Iran by the US and Israel could severely undermine any prospects of reopening critical maritime routes through negotiation with Tehran.
The Indian rupee saw a significant appreciation against the US dollar following President Trump's suspension of military strikes against Iran and the Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain its key interest rate. Market sentiment was further buoyed by positive comments from the RBI regarding the health of the banking sector.
'Shah Rukh Sir gave us a lot of room to make the film we wanted to make.'
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