Artificial Intelligence has made only a small entry into the analysis sphere of the willow game, but those steps will turn bigger soon, writes Devraj Raut, who has worked with India U-19 teams since 2015... [Read More]
26 July,2024 11:46 AM IST | Mumbai | Devraj RautCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar-led NCP MP Supriya Sule, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut and other top MVA leaders on Sunday attended the joint manifesto launch of the alliance ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly election 2024. Photos/Anurag Ahire... [Read More]
10 November,2024 04:29 PM ISTA Mumbai court on Thursday convicted Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut and sentenced him to 15 days simple imprisonment in a defamation complaint filed against him by BJP leader Kirit Somaiya`s wife Medha Somaiya. Pics/Atul Kamble... [Read More]
26 September,2024 04:29 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray visited Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal, at the latter`s residence in the national capital on Thursday. Pics/X... [Read More]
08 August,2024 05:50 PM ISTLatest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup.... [Read More]
25 June,2024 01:44 PM ISTCannes Film Festival is in full swing, and day 11 is bringing the fashion heat! From Bollywood royalty to rising stars, get ready to be dazzled. Today`s Cannes Candids features a stunning line-up, with Preity Zinta, Avneet Kaur, and more gracing the red carpet!... [Read More]
25 May,2024 08:55 AM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday visited Thane district in Maharashtra to campaign for party`s candidate Rajan Vichare. Pics/Sameer Markande... [Read More]
16 May,2024 10:41 PM ISTCannes Film Festival, known for its cinematic brilliance, doubles as a global stage for iconic fashion. Here is quick roundup of top iconic ensembles that captivate audiences globally... [Read More]
14 May,2024 02:46 PM ISTThe central election office of Mahavikas Aghadi candidate Bhushan Patil in Mumbai North Lok Sabha Constituency was inaugurated by notable figures including Chief Guest Ramesh Chennithala, Sanjay Raut, Aslam Sheikh, Vinod Ghosalkar, and Vilas Potnis at Borivali (West), Mumbai. Pics/ Anurag Ahire... [Read More]
07 May,2024 09:23 PM ISTBJP National General Secretary Vinod Tawde has responded to accusations of attempting to buy votes in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. The controversy began when Bahujan Vikas Aghadi (BVA) supporters, led by Hitendra Thakur, accused Tawde of distributing ₹5 crore to bribe voters for BVA candidate Rajan Naik. This altercation took place more than 17 hours after the election campaign ended, when BVA activists stormed a hotel and threw cash at Tawde, disrupting a meeting with BJP candidate Naik. Despite claims from BVA, including allegations found in a diary by MLA Kshitij Thakur, no evidence of money distribution was found in Tawde`s vehicle. Tawde has now called NCP leader Supriya Sule a liar regarding the allegations.... [Read More]
20 November,2024 11:46 AM ISTAt a press conference in Mumbai on November 2, Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC responded to Sanjay Raut`s defense of Arvind Sawant, who had made disrespectful comments about her. Raut claimed Sawant didn`t need to apologize because she is "imported." Shaina NC criticized Raut, saying that if he thinks the term "maal" is acceptable, it shows his mindset. She also questioned the official position of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), pointing out the contradiction between Sawant`s apology and Raut`s claim that no apology was needed. “I want to ask Shiv Sena (UBT) about Sanjay Raut`s statement. Why the confusion?” she asked, highlighting the inconsistency in their responses to the issue.... [Read More]
03 November,2024 12:52 PM ISTThe political scene in Maharashtra is steaming up as parties are in the process of declaring their candidate list. Given the political arrangements of a coalition between the parties, the battle is intensifying as parties are battling it out to balance their own interests with those of the allies in the Maharashtra Assembly election 2024 . Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole on seat-sharing said, "We will declare the first list tomorrow...More than Maha Vikas Aghadi, there are differences in Mahayuti...The issues on 30-40 seats will be resolved”. Congress leader Nitin Raut said, "Such a situation has always built up with all the alliances that have been formed in the country till this day. It is important to understand that. Every party wants that they should get their rights.” Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said, "...We have been in politics for years, every party feels that their workers should be made candidates...But this is an alliance. Everyone has the right to speak about their role but when it comes to seat sharing, everyone has to make a few sacrifices and take a step back." On tussle over seat-sharing in Maha Vikas Aghadi, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena leader Dr Raju Waghmare says, "There is a lot of fight between Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT). Shiv Sena (UBT) thinks they can win more seats and they are even ready to take the seats of alliance partners of Congress and NCP (SCP). Shiv Sena (UBT) is acting in a very arrogant manner...People of Maharashtra are considering us the real Shiv Sena...There is no sympathy base for Shiv Sena (UBT)...Congress has realised this as on the ground Shiv Sena (UBT) is nowhere. So Congress is adamant on its seats..."... [Read More]
21 October,2024 12:14 PM ISTThe grand finale of Miss Universe India 2024 was held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. In a dazzling ceremony, Rhea Singha was crowned Miss Universe India 2024. Pranjal Priya was named first runner-up, while Chhavi Verg took the second runner-up spot. Sushmita Roy and Ruopfuzhano Whiso secured the third and fourth runner-up positions, respectively. With 51 finalists competing, Rhea won the title and will now represent India at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant. Actress Urvashi Rautela was one of the judges; she held the title of Miss Universe India twice in 2012 & 2015, respectively.... [Read More]
23 September,2024 01:31 PM ISTAmid the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, former Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam along with his wife and daughter joined Shiv Sena on May 03. Shiv Sena President and Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde welcomed the leader at the party office in Thane. Sanjay Nirupam was expelled from Congress on April 03 for indiscipline and anti-party statements. After the expulsion, Nirupam claimed that the disciplinary action against him came following his resignation from the party’s primary membership. The former MP had left the undivided Shiv Sena nearly two decades ago in order to join Congress. ... [Read More]
04 May,2024 01:50 PM ISTThe World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia is set to take place in Ahmedabad today and the INDvsAus world cup fever has gripped India like never before. Cricket Legend Sachin Tendulkar was seen arriving at the Ahmedabad airport for the World Cup final between India and Australia. Ahead of the ICC World Cup final between India and Australia, actress Urvashi Rautela said, "I am very excited. I am sure India will win the trophy...". Spectators have started pouring outside the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad where the match is set to take place. Special prayers were offered across India for India`s victory in the ICC World Cup final match against Australia.... [Read More]
19 November,2023 11:39 AM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday said Eknath Shinde "himself is Hamas", as he countered the Maharashtra chief minister`s comment about Uddhav Thackeray`s Shiv Sena faction being capable of joining hands with "Hamas and Lashkar-e-Taiba for their own selfishness". Taking a dig at Shinde and his aide Bharatiya Janata Party, Raut said, "He (Eknath Shinde) is himself Hamas... This shows how many dirty worms the BJP has planted in your mind." CM Shinde at the Dussehra rallt in Mumbai`s Azad Maidan said, "You back-stabbed Bal Thackeray by committing dishonesty with his ideological legacy. I won`t be surprised if they ally with terrorist groups like Hamas and Lashkar-e-Taiba for their own selfish motives." Thackeray and Shinde, leaders of the split factions of the Shiv Sena, organized separate Dussehra rallies this year in Mumbai for the first time in the history of the party. ... [Read More]
25 October,2023 01:15 PM IST | MumbaiINDIA Alliance Coordination Committee meeting ended at NCP Leader Sharad Pawar’s residence in New Delhi on September 13. The 14-member panel discussed a variety of issues including the seat sharing and campaign strategy for the 2024 general elections. The alliance decided that it will soon kick start joint public meetings across India, beginning from Bhopal in the first week of October. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal while addressing a conference condemned the BJP for vendetta politics against TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee as he was absent from the meeting due to the ED summon. AAP leader Raghav Chadha also shared information and strategies of the INDIA alliance going forward. PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti added that issues of rising prices will also be taken up in the first joint rally. Meanwhile, the BJP had rebuked the Opposition bloc’s meeting, calling it a get-together of an anti-Hindu coordination committee. ... [Read More]
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