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Uncapped Indian pacer Yash Dayal transformed from a subject of online trolling to a hero for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to secure a spot in the IPL 2024 playoffs. Dayal, who was signed by RCB for INR 5 crore in the 2024 auction, faced severe criticism on...

Breaking news for Ajith Kumar fans: the much-anticipated first look of ‘Good Bad Ugly’ has been officially unveiled! Ajith Kumar, who recently commenced shooting for his new film this month, is seen in an ultra-stylish avatar on the poster. The film is currently being shot at a brisk pace in Hyderabad. The first look poster...

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi has tragically died following a helicopter crash, as announced by Iranian state media on Monday morning local time. The incident also claimed the lives of Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and others on board. Key Developments: Details of the Incident: Reactions and Statements: Ongoing Efforts: This tragic incident has cast a...

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a severe heatwave to hit Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana over the next five days, with no relief expected from the intense heat gripping these regions. In Briefly Predictions for Southern India: The stark contrast in weather conditions across India underscores the diverse climatic challenges faced by the country....

In a recent interview, renowned actress Tamannah Bhatia opened up about the often overlooked challenges that actors face while shooting intimate scenes. Known for her versatile roles in both Tamil and Hindi cinema, Bhatia’s perspective sheds light on a topic that remains largely undiscussed in the film industry. The Actor’s Perspective Tamannah emphasized that while...

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are gearing up for a high-stakes showdown that could define their respective campaigns in this season’s Indian Premier League (IPL). Both teams, rich in talent and ambition, face a make-or-break situation as they enter this pivotal match. The outcome will not only influence their standings...

North Korea has conducted a test launch of a tactical ballistic missile equipped with a “new autonomous navigation system,” state media reported on May 18. Leader Kim Jong Un supervised the Friday launch into the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, aiming to assess the “accuracy and reliability of the autonomous navigation...

The Sikkim Assembly elections recorded a voter turnout of 79.77 per cent while the polling figure for the lone Lok Sabha seat in the Himalayan state was 80.03, officials said on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Voting for the 32 Assembly segments and the lone Lok Sabha seat in the Himalayan state was held on April...

Medics’ Uncertain Future as Conflict Intensifies in Rafah, Gaza Highlights: As the Israeli military intensifies its operations against Hamas in and around Rafah, southern Gaza, thousands are being forced to evacuate, and numerous U.S. citizens are caught in the turmoil following the Israeli military’s takeover of the Rafah Crossing on May 7. Among those uncertain...

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed deep sorrow over the deaths and extended her condolences to the grieving families. In Brief: On Thursday afternoon, lightning strikes claimed the lives of at least 11 individuals across various locations in Malda district, West Bengal, according to a government official. Several others sustained injuries from the strikes....

Copa America: Defending Champions Argentina to Face Ecuador and Guatemala in Warm-Up Matches In Brief: Defending Copa América champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, are scheduled to play two warm-up matches in the United States next month as they prepare for the upcoming tournament. According to the Argentine Football Association (AFA), Argentina will face Ecuador...

Aadhi from the Hiphop Thamizha pair will act in Karthik Venugopal’s forthcoming film ‘PT Sir’. Hiphop Thamizha’s upcoming film is his 25th as a music director. The trailer for the film appeared on the internet today, and it will be released in theatres on May 24th. The 2-minute film, which stars Aadhi as a PT...

Sure, here’s a rewritten version of the article with the same meaning: Biden’s advisers have long believed that the realization of a Trump-Biden rematch will help boost the president’s low approval ratings. Despite tens of millions of dollars spent on advertising, President Joe Biden’s polling numbers have not improved. Donald Trump’s criminal trials have not...

Neeraj Chopra Takes Gold with Ease in Underwhelming Javelin Throw Event at National Federation Senior Athletics Competition The javelin throw event at the 27th National Federation Senior Athletics Competition held at the Kalinga Stadium didn’t quite showcase the expected level of excitement and competition. However, it was defending champion Neeraj Chopra who emerged victorious effortlessly,...

Alex Albon Secures Long-Term Contract Extension with Williams Until 2026 British-Thai driver Alex Albon has officially signed a new contract with Williams, ensuring his presence with the team until at least the end of 2026. Joining Williams in 2022, Albon has been a key member of the squad, with his previous contract set to expire...

Anti-Islamic firebrand Geert Wilders and three other party leaders have agreed on a coalition pact that shifts the Netherlands towards the far right. The Hague Anti-Islamic firebrand Geert Wilders and three other party leaders reached an agreement on a coalition arrangement early Thursday that shifts the Netherlands towards the far right, ending a tumultuous half-year...

On Thursday, the Indian Army foiled an infiltration attempt in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, killing two terrorists. Short summary:  On Thursday, the Indian Army stopped an infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara area, killing two terrorists.  The victims were discovered laying on the other side...

Indian football supporters paid emotional respect to captain Sunil Chhetri, who announced his retirement following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier against Kuwait. In Briefly Sunil Chhetri, India’s football captain, broke terrible news to his fans on Thursday, May 16, when he announced his international retirement. The 39-year-old made the unexpected news in a video...

Kylian Mbappe’s relationship with Paris Saint-Germain started with great fanfare but is ending amid ongoing tensions and without a Champions League trophy. Mbappe joined as a teenage phenom from Monaco in 2017 in a deal worth $194 million. On Sunday, the 25-year-old superstar played his last home game for PSG and scored in a 3-1...

Kangana Ranaut’s forthcoming film ‘Emergency’ has been postponed due to her active political campaigning. The film, a biopic on former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, was originally scheduled to be released on June 14. Short summary: Kangana Ranaut’s next film ‘Emergency‘ has been pushed back due to her active political campaigning. The film, based on the...

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China for a two-day state visit aimed at further strengthening the relationship between the two countries, which has grown closer since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over two years ago. The visit coincides with Russia’s recent offensive in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region and its claims of progress along the...

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In the distant landscape of the low hills stretching towards the Line of Control, the Tiraṅgā proudly fluttered over the police station and magistrate’s office. The insurgents, armed solely with their ironic sensibility, found themselves at odds with the prevailing order. The tragic incident in early 1973, where a boat ferrying a wedding party across...

A small girl reproduced the global ‘Asoka’ craze with a twist in a video that has received over 36 million views. An cute little girl recreated the viral ‘Asoka’ trend with a twist, prompting the internet to decide that “everyone else can go home” because she definitely championed it. Cheverla Kelsey, a young content creator,...

Ishant Sharma, a veteran India and DC fast bowler, opened up about his relationship with head coach Ricky Ponting following his match-winning spell against LSG in IPL 2024 Match 64. In Briefly,  Ishant Sharma, DC’s fast bowler, spoke on his relationship with head coach Ricky Ponting following his match-winning performance against LSG in IPL Match...

Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla distributed the first set of citizenship certificates under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) to 14 individuals. The Citizenship (Amendment) Act was passed by Parliament in 2019 and notified in March. The first batch of citizenship certificates were issued today. Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla handed over the certificates....

The bill criticises Biden’s decision to delay a bomb shipment over Rafah fears. President Joe Biden’s decision to halt a bomb shipment to Israel, as well as his warning that the United States will not give weapons that could be used in an attack of Rafah, a city in southern Gaza where over a million...

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli recently presented hampers to the paparazzi with personalized notes. The couple praised them for respecting their children’s privacy and cooperating so well. In Brief Anushka Sharma and her cricketer husband, Virat Kohli, sent gift hampers to the paparazzi, along with a nice note. They thanked the paparazzi for respecting the...

In 2025, Ireland’s men’s cricket team will embark on their maiden visit to Pakistan. Exact details of Ireland’s Pakistan tour have still to be finalised. Cricket Ireland issued an announcement on Monday. In Brief Ireland has announced that their men’s squad will travel to Pakistan for the first time in 2025. While the particular details...

An Australian judge believes it would be unreasonable for the country’s internet safety agency to order social network X to hide video of a bishop being stabbed in a Sydney church from all of its global users. Melbourne, Australia — An Australian judge said it would be unreasonable for the country’s internet safety watchdog to...

A man was arrested after taking goods from co-passengers on over 200 flights in a year. He used his deceased brother’s identity to avoid detection and stole largely from premium domestic flights. In Brief On Monday, Delhi Police apprehended a 40-year-old man for allegedly stealing jewellery and other valuables from co-passengers’ handbags on numerous flights....

Amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha polls in Hyderabad, filmmaker SS Rajamouli and his spouse went to cast their votes. The states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha will cast their votes in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. In summary,  Today, May 13, filmmaker SS Rajamouli votes in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections....

IPL 2024, CSK vs. RR: Ambati Rayudu hinted that MS Dhoni temples would one day be found in Chennai. The Super Kings defeated the Royals at the Chepauk by a margin of 5 wickets on Sunday. To Put It Briefly Given MS Dhoni’s accomplishments for CSK and India over the years, Ambati Rayudu declared that...

The Maldives military has admitted to having a shortage of pilots trained to fly three aircraft that India supplied, leaving it with a capability gap. This occurs only a few days after the Indian defense personnel who flew the aircraft departed. To Put It Briefly Days after the last of the Indian defense officials left...

Long-haul airline Emirates reports that in 2023, after the coronavirus pandemic hampered its operations for several years, the company fully recovered and generated record profits of $4.7 billion. United Arab Emirates, or DUBAI — Emirates, a long-haul airline, revealed on Monday that it made record earnings of $4.7 billion in 2023, resuming full operations following...