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The Putin Visit: The US-Pakistan Connection

Luckily for us, a Russia that is desperate to stay relevant in an emerging multipolar world finds in India a reliable geostrategic partner. The Russian proximity to India also keeps China from......

'Goa Nightclub Fire Was Murder!'

'When an establishment operates despite demolition or closure orders, without proper fire exits, evacuation plans or safety audits, and yet is allowed to host large crowds, the state cannot hide......

HC asks Centre to help Celina communicate with brother

The Delhi high court on Thursday asked the Centre to facilitate communication between actor Celina Jaitly and her brother, a former Indian Army officer detained in the UAE for more than a year.......

How security forces capture strategic Maoist strongholds in Bastar

A security camp has been set up on a remote hill in Gogunda village, a strategically important location in the Maoist-hit Sukma district of Chhattisgarh, to address the security vacuum and......

HC directs Centre to ensure safety of Indian nurse held captive in Dubai

The Delhi high court has directed the Centre and the Consulate General of India in Dubai to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and well-being of a 25-year-old Indian woman who is allegedly......

Trade unions to go on strike in Feb, demand withdrawal of labour codes

Trade unions have decided to launch a phased, consistent struggle to press for the withdrawal of the labour codes and go on a countrywide general strike in February next year, a statement said on......

Why IT Firms Face 5-10% Payroll Hike

'Companies will need to revisit compensation structures, contracts, staffing models, and human resources system.' Kindly note the image have only been published for representational purposes.......

'After E20, India should now focus on flex fuel'

As of now, no firm has launched a flex-fuel vehicle in India, as these models are more expensive than comparable petrol-run vehicles. IMAGE: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep......

'Govt Has Executed A Commendable Task'

'...not merely in managing fiscal mathematics, but in demonstrating conservatism and prudence within that framework.''Looking forward, we believe sufficient growth drivers exist -- ranging from......

'After GST cut, innovation will boost life insurance'

The reduction in goods & services tax (GST) on individual life and health insurance premiums has been called a “landmark step” for making insurance affordable and inclusive. Illustration:......

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna Woke Up Weeks Into The Show

'Gaurav Khanna may not have had the most inspiring journey like his predecessors, but he has clearly been one of the most well-behaved contestants and winners in Bigg Boss history. So kudos to......

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Review: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle's art is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO good, amazing, terrific, beautiful, imaginative... Avan Verma has run out of words. I was sooooooooo excited to watch Demon Slayer: Infinity......

'Are We As A Nation So Insensitive?'

Photograph: Kind courtesy Dharmendra/Instagram Sunny Deol's angry outburst at the media posted outside his home seemed totally in line, after a video showing his distressed family around......

Will Thamma Get A Sequel? We Tell You

'I would rather make movies in this universe and build up a loyal fan base over a period.' IMAGE: Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana in Thamma. The success of Thamma has propelled Maddock's......

''It's Very Explosive Material'

'You can't make art with a point of view of fear. You have to present the truth.''That's why such films are not being made these days.''You never put the truth in the script because you fear you......

Hardik Slams Paparazzi

'Mahieka was simply walking down a staircase at a Bandra restaurant when paparazzi decided to capture her from an angle that no woman deserves to be photographed from.' IMAGE: Hardik Pandya said......

Ex-England batter Robin Smith passes into the ages

'He was a super player, particularly of fast bowling in an era where the West Indies had all these fast bowlers.' IMAGE: Robin Smith established himself as a belligerent middle-order batter known......

'Worst airline experience': Siraj slams Air India

'I really would not advise anyone to take this flight if they can't take a stand.' IMAGE: Mohammed Siraj expressed anguish over his flight's departure, which was supposed to take off at 7.25 pm......

Guwahati set to become India's 30th Test venue

IMAGE: The only international cricket venue in the region, Guwahati, known as the 'Gateway to the Northeast', had earned the distinction of hosting ICC World Cup matches for the first time earlier......

Shami gets SC notice on wife's plea for higher maintenance

The petition points out that Shami's annual income, as disclosed in his Income Tax Return for 2021-22, stood at nearly Rs 48 crore, while she has been forced to live in "downtrodden conditions",......