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Ajit Pawar crash: Naidu seeks Maharashtra's help for fast probe

In a letter to CM Devendra Fadnavis a day after the tragedy, he sought the government's support for accessing the crash site, local administrative assistance and coordination with ground agencies,......

A lane falls silent as Delhi bids farewell to pilot Shambhavi Pathak

Shambhavi Pathak's parents, both in their late 40s, had been preparing for their daughter's wedding IMAGE: Family members pay their last respects to the mortal remains of pilot Shambhavi Pathak,......

China steps up Nipah virus screening amid outbreak in India

Chinese health authorities have begun risk assessments, strengthened monitoring mechanisms, and enhanced testing capabilities and personnel training, the administration said IMAGE: Kindly note......

Set up gaushalas to keep highways free of stray animals, SC tells NHAI

The SC bench asked the counsel appearing for NHAI also to develop an app where people can report sightings of stray animals on the national highways IMAGE: Kindly note that the image has been......

Under fire for 'miya' comment, Himanta cites SC verdict on 'demographic invasion'

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that those attacking him for his remarks on 'miyas' -- referred disparagingly to illegal Bangladeshi Muslims -- should read the Supreme......

Sensex rises 222 points helped by rally in L&T

Domestic markets ended higher after staging a strong rebound, supported by an upbeat economic survey that reaffirmed a robust FY27 growth outlook and a well-anchored inflation environment amidst......

India's internet user base crosses 950 million in 2025: IAMAI report

India's internet user base crossed 950 million in 2025, driven largely by rapid growth in rural connectivity, rising short-video consumption, and increasing adoption of AI, according to a report......

Economic Survey 2026: Rupee valuation does not accurately reflect India's stellar economic fundamentals

With the global dominant power rethinking its economic and other commitments and priorities, throwing global trade into a welter of uncertainty and global frictions mounting and faultlines......

Unpaid highway tolls to block fitness certificate, NOC for vehicles

As per the amended rules, an NOC for transfer of ownership or transfer of a vehicle from one state to another will not be granted until any unpaid user fee is cleared. IMAGE: Kindly note that......

Highlights of the Economic Survey 2025-26

Following are highlights of the Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament on Thursday. Photograph: ANI Photo GDP growth for next fiscal pegged at......

Ready For Bridgerton Season 4?

Benedict Bridgerton romances Sophie Baek in the new season of the Netflix series, Bridgerton. IMAGE: Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha in Bridgerton Season 4 Key Points Bridgerton Season 4 focuses on......

'Would Have Liked To Record Songs With Arijit Singh'

'I am definite his intention is to improve his singing and to reach even greater heights as an artiste.' IMAGE: Arijit Singh and Anu Malik record Murshida song from Begum Jaan (2017). Photograph:......

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

The complainant stated that Ranveer Singh, while present on stage and in the presence of the lead actor of Kantara: Chapter-1, allegedly performed acts that mocked and insulted the sacred Bhoota......

'Trump Is One Of The Most Dangerous Men In The World'

'Global politics are in a pretty rough shape and always have been. But the speed and extent with which we receive the insanity surrounding us makes it feel more present and immediate.' IMAGE:......

Is Karan Wahi Getting Married To Jennifer Winget?

Karan Wahi breaks his silence over wedding rumours with Jennifer Winget. IMAGE: Jennifer Winget and Karan Wahi in Raisinghani vs Raisinghani. Key Points Jennifer Winget and Karan Wahi have been......

1st T20I: Saim Ayub stars as Pakistan beat depleted Australia

IMAGE: Opener Saim Ayub scored a 22-ball 40 and picked up 2/29 as Pakistan beat Australia by 22 runs in the first T20I, in Lahore, on Thursday. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Pakistan beat......

From Sirsa to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Savita's long walk to Padma Shri

'That day my father bought me a goalkeeping kit worth Rs 18,000, his two-months' salary.' IMAGE: The 35-year-old Savita Punia is contemplating retirement after the 2026 Asian Games.......

EFI sends rape-accused EC member as coach to Jordan

IMAGE: Kindly note the image has been posted only for representational purposes. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points The Equestrian Federation of India has found itself in a tough spot after......

Why Mumbai players wore face masks during Ranji Trophy match at BKC

IMAGE: Mumbai and Delhi's players ahead of start of their Ranji Trophy match at the MCA-BKC Ground in suburban Mumbai on Thursday. Photograph: Mumbai Cricket Association/Instagram Key Points The......

Ranji Trophy: Siraj picks four-fer for Hyderabad against Chhattisgarh

IMAGE: Hyderabad's Mohammed Siraj rattled Chhattisgarh's batting line-up with figures of 4/56 on Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy Group D match, in Hyderabad, on Thursday. Photograph: ANI Photo Key......

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