South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius is set to be released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation long inured to violence against women.
Meet the youngsters who rule India's social media.
The World Photography Organisation has revealed the winners for the Sony World Photography Awards 2024.
Raima Sen surprised her social media followers by revealing some 'hidden gems' from her albums.
'I am still the same. I am Rachin. I enjoy the time with my teammates and family. Hopefully, nothing really changes that. I get a little bit more attention from people. They ask for photos and signatures. I have more presence online, or whatever it is. I think it is bound to happen when you have a few good games.'
The insurance regulator IRDA on Monday said it is mulling to follow the lead insurance model based on geography, which is presently followed by the banking industry known as 'lead banking model'.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a pitch for electing a strong and stable government in an uncertain world beset by geopolitical tensions as the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday released its manifesto, prioritising development and welfare while shunning populist measures and contentious issues like the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
Around five lakh devotees visited the Ram temple complex on day one as it opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, a day after the consecration ceremony, according to officials.
Anjali Lama tells Anita Aikara/Rediff.com how she struggles to find acceptance in society and work in the city.
ITo steer clear of sanctimonious newspaper stories all your life, and then be saddled with movies like Kadak Singh -- now there's a rotten bit of luck worth moaning about, sighs Sreehari Nair.
In a state where thin margins and minor swings decide electoral outcomes, nothing can be left to chance, even for those relishing the cocooned life, observes Shyam G Memon.
'My character Meena seemed like a selfish, cold, heartless woman, who abandons her lover because he is moneyless. But look the girls today. They are as practical as my Meena was in Pyaasa so many years ago.'
Saris and ethnic stuff are her forte.
Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer might have failed to snap their lean run, but Mumbai all-rounder Shardul Thakur on Sunday placed trust in them to return to run-making ways and exhorted for backing the senior batters during their struggle period.
'My heart is COMPLETELY and FULLY YOURS and I will ALWAYS put you first! You are the love of my life Hailey Baldwin' the pop singer wrote on Instagram.
This tennis legend is definitely rocking the retired life.
'The people of Tamil Nadu in particular Chennai know about the double standards of the BJP. Nothing will work for them here.'
South African athlete Oscar Pistorius, known as the "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs, was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend.
'Dreams aren't easy, but when you decide to take the road less travelled, make it a point to celebrate every small win and keep working towards your larger goal and make it happen!'
The baby who is just a few months old is already a star on the Internet.
'Two in three creators in India who earn money from YouTube agree that YouTube is their primary source of revenue.'
'In India, I'm able to work with the biggest stars on creating a scene, creating that emotion, without being too hung up on their persona.'
The Lucknow girl also tells you what you can eat during the lockdown.
She wants people to boycott Victoria's Secrets' annual lingerie show.
'Their role model is Iran: high control of the citizens by the State.' In Iran it is Islamic control; in India, it will be Hindutva control.'
Siddharth Anand's artistry bespeaks an upbringing filled with GI Joes, plastic combat boots and plastic bayonets, fake punching noises and fake sounds of gunshots, rudely interrupted by an adult voice saying, 'Beta, all this is good, but try bringing in some feelings too', observes Sreehari Nair.
'We are the same people who can quench a man's thirst and also kill him.'
It's all the vacation inspiration you'll ever need.
You'll never look at lingerie models in the same way!
'We went from zero to about 10 million users in three months. Paytm came out with the wallet play and we came out with the UPI play.'
The Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) had issued a whip, asking its 10 legislators to remain absent from the House during voting on the confidence motion. However, when the issue of trust vote was taken up, five of its MLAs left the House.
Take a look at how the models battled it out.
LA-based dwarf model Dru Presta uses her Instagram to talk about body positivity and mental health.
These pretty desi models are living a queen's life.
'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'
Clearly, her father hopes that a successful tenure in Lahore will give Maryam the ballast to be prime minister after the next general election.
Rohit Shetty's strengths have been action and humour; the former he delivers in spades, but the latter is totally lacking in Indian Police Force, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Cindy Kimberly, 18, went from being a babysitter to a catwalk model, all thanks to Justin Bieber.
They're clearly the HOTTEST Instagram properties right now!
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