Historic Third Term for Prime Minister Lauded by Vice President Dhankhar

In a landmark acknowledgment, Vice President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today highlighted the historical significance of the current government’s third consecutive term, a feat not achieved in the last sixty years. Addressing the participants of the Rajya Sabha Internship Programme at the Vice President’s enclave, Shri Dhankhar remarked, “It is for the first time since 1962 […]

United States of India: Meet USA’s Giant Slayers

From Ahmedabad to Ooty, Mumbai to Delhi, meet the remarkable individuals comprising the debutant USA cricket team, who defied the odds to stun the cricket world with their victory over last edition’s finalists, Pakistan. For some, the journey to donning the USA jersey began with aspirations for greener pastures following a respectable first-class career. Others […]

Hardik Pandya Anticipates “Extra Special” Clash Against Pakistan in T20 WC

Hardik Pandya, the dynamic all-rounder of the Indian cricket team, is gearing up for an eagerly anticipated showdown against Pakistan in the upcoming T20 World Cup. While Pandya refrains from viewing the match as a mere “fight,” he acknowledges the significance of facing a rival against whom he has experienced notable success. Led by Rohit […]

‘Gullak’ Actor Jameel Khan Expresses Interest in Negative Roles

Jameel Khan, known for his portrayal of the family patriarch in the acclaimed series “Gullak,” has expressed his eagerness to take on negative roles, aiming to diversify his acting portfolio. Despite gaining recognition for his role as the affable Santosh Mishra in “Gullak,” Khan is determined not to be typecast into playing fatherly figures. His […]

Kabir Khan and Kartik Aaryan Advocate for Control Over Film Budgets

Actor-director Kartik Aaryan and renowned filmmaker Kabir Khan have weighed in on the ongoing discussion regarding the escalation of star fees and overhead costs in the film industry. Both personalities believe that a healthy debate around controlling a film’s budget is essential for the industry’s sustainability. In the wake of recent underperformances of high-budget films, […]

Karnataka Government Bans Screening of ‘Hamare Baarah’ Amid Muslim Concerns

The Karnataka government has imposed a ban on the screening of the Hindi movie ‘Hamare Baarah’ following objections raised by certain Muslim organizations. The ban, effective for at least two weeks, comes in response to concerns over the portrayal of Islam in the film. In an official order, the government halted the release of ‘Hamare […]

RBI’s Unchanged Policy Rate Expected, Predicted to Stabilize Realty Sector: Experts

The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to maintain the policy rate at 6.5% aligns with expectations, with experts indicating that the upward revision of growth to 7.2% for FY 2024-25 from 7% is a positive development. The real estate sector is anticipated to benefit from the stability induced by the unchanged repo rate, according to […]

Dragon Boat Race Brings Chinese-Style “Fast and Furious” to Eastern China Metropolis

The Suzhou Creek in Shanghai transformed into a vibrant scene of high-octane excitement as 36 teams from China and overseas competed in a dragon boat race, thrilling spectators with a Chinese-style “Fast and Furious” spectacle. Held on June 1-2, the 20th Shanghai Suzhou Creek Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament drew participants and fans alike ahead of […]

Coriander Futures Rise on Higher Demand

Coriander prices saw an uptick on Friday, climbing by Rs 14 to Rs 7,436 per quintal in futures trade. The increase comes as speculators bolstered their holdings, driven by a robust trend in the spot market. On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), coriander contracts for June delivery recorded a rise of Rs 14, […]

Expanded Terminal 1 at Delhi Airport Likely to Open in June, DIAL Chief Confirms

The Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has announced that the expanded Terminal 1 (T1) of the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) is expected to become operational this month. This development comes as part of efforts to enhance the airport’s capacity to manage increasing passenger traffic, particularly for international flights. DIAL CEO Videh Kumar Jaipuriar provided […]