As Sushmita Sen celebrates her 49th birthday, we revisit her Sit With Hitlist episode, where she shared insightful and emotional memories of her journey. The former Miss Universe opened up about the challenges she faced. She revealed how her decision to enter the Miss Universe pageant initially disappointed her father. The 'Aarya' actress also spoke about her initial reluctance to pursue acting. She admitted that it was Mahesh Bhatt who played a pivotal role in launching her Bollywood career. Bhatt, who was adamant about casting her in his film, wouldn’t take “no” for an answer. Eventually, she gave in, and the rest, as she says, is history. A true trailblazer, Sushmita Sen continues to inspire with her grace, talent, and unapologetic individuality.
18 November,2024 06:08 PM IST
The war in the Middle East has been ongoing for over a year, with the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) making significant strides against Hezbollah. Reports indicate that Hezbollah’s media chief, Mohammad Afif, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on a building in Beirut, though Hezbollah has not confirmed this. Afif, a close associate of Hezbollah's former leader Nasrallah, managed the group's Al-Manar TV before heading its media relations. The IDF has intensified its operations after Hezbollah launched nearly 200 rockets into Israel on November 11, 2023, in retaliation for the Hamas attack on October 7. With many top Hezbollah commanders eliminated, the group’s leadership, now under Naim Qassem, is facing increased pressure, and he may be the next target for Israeli forces.
18 November,2024 02:19 PM IST
On November 16, two flash bombs were fired towards Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence in Caesarea amid ongoing missile exchanges between the IDF and the "axis of resistance." The bombs landed in the garden of Netanyahu's home, but fortunately, neither the Prime Minister nor his family were present at the time, and no damage was reported. The police confirmed the attack but assured that there were no injuries or harm. In response, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant called the incident a serious escalation, saying it crossed "all red lines." The attack comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with ongoing missile salvos between Israeli forces and militant groups.
17 November,2024 04:00 PM IST
On November 15th, Israeli Defence Forces launched airstrike in Lebanon’s Beirut. The airstrike flattened a residential building on the edge of Beirut's suburbs as the building was levelled to the ground. A large fireball and smoke could be seen billowing from the strike impact as people gathered at the scene. The strike followed 50 minutes after an Israeli evacuation warning for the area, a densely packed neighbourhood. No information about the casualties or injuries was not immediately reported from the strike. The strike came after Hezbollah fired nearly 200 rockets in Haifa on November 11 in a bid to avenge the killing of its top leaders. Lebanese militant group Hezbollah started firing rockets into Israeli border communities after Hamas’ attack in Israel on Oct 7, 2023. The unstoppable Israeli forces have nearly eliminated all the top commanders of Hezbollah and other Iranian proxies. Currently, Naim Qassem is leading an almost dismantled Hezbollah and is probably the next target of the IDF.
16 November,2024 01:06 PM IST
The Middle East is caught in the middle of the ongoing Israel vs. Hezbollah conflict. On November 13, Hezbollah fired a barrage of rockets into northern Israel, many of which were intercepted by Israel’s powerful air defense systems. The Israeli military confirmed that 20 rockets were stopped, though one rocket hit a house in Ma’alot-Tarshiha. Fortunately, no one was hurt. In response, Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in southern Beirut for the second day in a row. This increase in violence comes amid Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, further raising tensions across the region. The situation remains tense, with both sides continuing to exchange fire, adding to the instability in the Middle East
14 November,2024 02:45 PM IST
Ahead of the Maharashtra elections, Prime Minister Modi criticized Congress and its allies in the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) for disrespecting the state's heroes like Veer Savarkar and Balasaheb Thackeray. He challenged MVA leaders to publicly praise Savarkar and Thackeray, showing respect for Maharashtra's pride. Modi accused Congress of only seeking power, saying they divided the country during partition for their own gain. He also warned that Congress is trying to divide Dalits, OBCs, and Adivasis by pitting different castes against each other to weaken them. He urged the people to stay united, stressing that only through unity will they remain strong and safe from such divide-and-rule tactics.
13 November,2024 01:30 PM IST
On November 11, 2024, Hezbollah fired nearly 200 rockets into Israel, targeting Haifa, which set off sirens and caused significant fires in Kiryat Ata. Videos from Israel’s MDA ambulance service showed buildings and vehicles burning. An Israeli woman described narrowly escaping death, saying there was "only a second" between life and death. Despite the barrage, many rockets were intercepted by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF). Hezbollah’s ramped-up attacks follow the killing of its leaders by Israeli forces. Hezbollah has been launching daily rockets and drones since Hamas' October 7 assault on Israel, in retaliation for the deaths of its top commanders. With much of its leadership dismantled, Hezbollah is now led by Naim Qassem, who is likely to be the next target for the IDF. Watch video for more.
12 November,2024 05:25 PM IST
On November 11, 2024, Hezbollah launched nearly 200 rockets into Israel, hitting Haifa and surrounding areas. The attack triggered air raid sirens and caused significant fires and damage in the Kiryat Ata suburb, east of Haifa. Videos from Israel's ambulance service showed buildings and vehicles on fire. This increase in rocket and drone attacks by Hezbollah is in retaliation for the killing of their top leaders by Israeli forces. Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group, began firing rockets into Israeli border communities after the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Despite the attacks, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully targeted and killed many of Hezbollah’s senior commanders. Now, Naim Qassem, the group's current leader, is considered a likely target for the IDF as the group’s leadership continues to crumble.
12 November,2024 03:50 PM IST
PM Modi criticized the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition and Congress for hindering Maharashtra's progress. He highlighted the state’s recent development, including new foreign investments, airports, expressways, and over a dozen Vande Bharat trains running. He also mentioned that more than 100 stations are being renovated and rail networks expanded. Modi pointed out that the Congress-led government had delayed key projects, like the Kampa-Warora and Nagpur-Gadchiroli rail lines, which are now progressing under the current government. He accused the opposition of blocking development for decades, preventing progress on projects like the metro, Vadavan Port, and Samriddhi Highway. Modi claimed the Congress is an expert in delaying development and stopping crucial infrastructure projects, calling them the "biggest players of corruption."
12 November,2024 03:45 PM IST
A Trump presidency could shift the dynamics of the ongoing India-Canada dispute, although it's uncertain whether it would lead to a quick resolution. Donald Trump has shown a strong rapport with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and tends to prioritize strategic alliances over issues like internal policy differences. Some experts suggest that Trump’s alignment with Modi might push Canada to adjust its stance, potentially cooling tensions if Canada feels sidelined in the U.S.-India relationship. Trump’s focus on transactional diplomacy, especially with economically or militarily strategic partners like India, may favor India’s position over Canada’s in this dispute.
11 November,2024 10:51 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
