Olympic and world javelin champion Neeraj Chopra will bid to remain injury-free and overcome any doubts about a groin muscle that wove unwanted cobwebs in his mind to the point that his hand sub-consciously reached out to the muscle before and after each throw... [Read More]
31 December,2023 07:12 AM IST | Mumbai | G RajaramanThere are no airs about India’s World Championships javelin hero Neeraj Chopra. No pretence too, as he conquered the physical and mental aspect of his sport to earn himself a silver medal; the gold being a bridge too far on the day... [Read More]
25 July,2022 07:29 AM IST | Eugene (USA) | G RajaramanBorn six months after Balbir Singh Sr won the first of his three Olympic gold in 1948, Viswanath was simply in awe of independent India's first hero... [Read More]
26 May,2020 07:07 AM IST | New Delhi | G RajaramanIn the wake of a series of setbacks in the second half of 2016, her father's passing, her coach Gandhi's sudden demise and an injury - the 800m runner came back to storm Asian athletics in Doha... [Read More]
05 May,2019 07:44 AM IST | | G RajaramanNaser's best time (49.08 seconds) is 1.71 seconds faster than Hima's best. Significantly, Hima broke the 51-second barrier in her rookie season over 400m while the Bahraini was in her third season to go past this milestone... [Read More]
01 January,2019 10:14 AM IST | Mumbai | G RajaramanSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
23 December,2024 09:17 PM ISTThe Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project has reached a significant engineering breakthrough with the installation of 2,06,000 noise barriers along its 103 km viaduct corridor, NHSRCL said in an official statement on Monday. (Pics/ X, NHSRCL)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 06:43 PM ISTAhead of the fourth Test match against India, Steve Smith and Pat Cummins will look to achieve another milestone. Here is all you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 04:18 PM ISTAs Christmas approaches, various cities across India are lit up, soaked in the festive spirit. From shopping for Christmas essentials to experiencing beautiful installations, people are enjoying the vibrant atmosphere as they prepare to celebrate the festival. Here are some glimpses. ... [Read More]
23 December,2024 04:30 PM ISTChaudhary Charan Singh was born in 1902. He became the Parliamentary Secretary in Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant`s Government in 1946 and worked in various departments such as Revenue, Medical and Public Health, Justice, Information, etc. (Text/ANI, Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 05:57 PM ISTShimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, was blanketed in snow on December 23, transforming it into a winter wonderland. The fresh snowfall brought immense joy to both locals and tourists visiting the picturesque town. (PICS/PTI) ... [Read More]
23 December,2024 02:48 PM ISTEven though the `Pushpa 2` song `Kissik` did not gain as much popularity as `Oo Antava` from its prequel, Sreeleela has become the talk of the town with her performance in the item number alongside Allu Arjun. We take a look at the star`s most fashionable look... [Read More]
23 December,2024 03:05 PM ISTThe Peshwai procession of Awadh has reached Prayagraj ahead of the upcoming `Maha Kumbh Mela` 2025. It will feature a vibrant display of India`s cultural diversity from January 10 to February 24. (Text/ANI, Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
23 December,2024 01:10 PM ISTKaran Aujla’s It Was All A Dream concert tour in Mumbai was filled with surprises and emotional moments. Day 1 saw Vicky Kaushal and Parineeti Chopra surprise the crowd, with Parineeti delivering an energetic performance of Pehle Lalkare Naal. The emotional highlight was Vicky’s heartfelt words to Karan, which brought him to tears and went viral on social media. Day 2 featured a surprise appearance by AP Dhillon, who performed Brown Munde with Karan, followed by a high-energy collaboration with rapper DIVINE. Bollywood stars like Karan Johar and Neha Dhupia also attended, adding to the star power.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 09:31 PM ISTBollywood’s elite graced the red carpet at the exclusive preview night of the NMACC Arts Cafe, creating a star-studded spectacle. The distinguished guest list included Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan, Katrina Kaif, Shahid Kapoor, Mira Kapoor, and Suhana Khan. The event also saw prominent figures from the Ambani family, with Akash Ambani, Shloka Ambani, Radhika Merchant, and Isha Ambani all posing alongside the matriarch, Nita Ambani. The evening was a grand celebration of art and culture, with these luminaries adding to the event`s glamour and prestige.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 05:29 PM ISTThe Maha Kumbh Mela is a significant Hindu festival that happens every 12 years at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Preparations are already underway for the Maha Kumbh 2025, which will be held in Prayagraj. This grand event attracts millions of devotees who come to take a holy dip at the confluence of three rivers. To ensure everything is in place, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Prayagraj to review the progress of the preparations. The event will require careful planning and arrangements for the safety and comfort of the visitors, with efforts being made to make the event a success.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 04:11 PM ISTOn December 22, Turkey`s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Abu Mohammed al-Golani, leader of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, in Damascus. Al-Golani played a key role in efforts to overthrow Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. During the meeting, Fidan and al-Golani embraced and posed for photos. Turkish President Erdogan stated that Turkey would support Syria in forming a new government and writing a new constitution. For years, Turkey backed rebels against Assad and now wants to help rebuild Syria, especially as millions of Syrian refugees live in Turkey. Fidan`s visit came amid ongoing fighting between Turkey-backed fighters and the Kurdish YPG militia in northern Syria. The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are struggling to maintain their power after Assad’s fall.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 03:01 PM ISTPresident-elect Donald Trump vowed to take back control of the Panama Canal, accusing Panama of charging too much in fees. He warned that if Panama didn’t follow moral and legal standards, the US would demand the canal’s return “quickly and without question.” Trump made these statements at the AmericaFest event, following a similar post on Truth Social. Panamanian President Jose Mulino said Panama’s sovereignty over the canal is non-negotiable. The US built and ran the canal until 1999, when it was fully handed over to Panama under agreements made in 1977. Trump also expressed concerns about the canal falling into the hands of countries like China. It’s unclear how he would try to regain control.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 01:30 PM ISTOn December 23, a major breakthrough occurred against the Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) terror group. Three Khalistani terrorists, involved in a grenade attack on a police post in Gurdaspur, Punjab, were killed in an encounter in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. The operation was a joint effort between the UP Police and Punjab Police. After receiving information that the terrorists were hiding in Puranpur, police tracked them down. When police challenged the suspects, the terrorists opened fire, prompting the police to return fire. In the exchange, the terrorists were critically injured and later declared dead at the hospital. Police recovered two AK-47 rifles, two Glock pistols, and a large number of cartridges. Two constables were injured in the operation.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 11:59 AM ISTPeople in Magdeburg, Germany, are honoring the victims of the tragic Christmas market attack that happened on December 20. A vehicle drove into a crowd at the market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring over 200 others. The community is deeply saddened by the event, and many are paying emotional tributes to those who lost their lives and those who were hurt. The attack has left the city in shock, as locals and visitors alike come together to remember the victims. The authorities are investigating the incident, and support continues for those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.... [Read More]
23 December,2024 11:09 AM ISTOn December 21, a team from the Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police arrested a Pakistan-trained militant named Javed Munshi. He is a known expert in making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and handling weapons. Munshi is linked to the banned terrorist group Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM). The arrest took place near the India-Bangladesh border, in the Canning area of South 24 Parganas. This operation was carried out by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Kolkata Police together, based on secret information. Javed Munshi will be presented before the Alipore court soon.... [Read More]
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