Israel approves Gaza ceasefire deal, set to begin on Sunday

The Israeli government on Saturday approved the ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas. IMAGE: Smoke rises in North Gaza as seen from Israel, on January 14, 2025. Photograph: Amir......

Kinnar akhara opens doors for transgenders to Kumbh Mela

Having faced stiff resistance when they tried to register an 'akhara' for transgender persons 10 years ago, the tent of their sect at the ongoing Maha Kumbh is now flooded with pilgrims queuing up......

Beed sarpanch was killed because...: SIT tells court

A Special Investigation Team of Maharashtra Police told a court at Beed on Wednesday that Santosh Deshmukh was killed because he was thought to be an obstacle in a plan to extort Rs 2 crore from an......

Class 9 student stabbed to death over dodgeball game

A dodgeball game at school turned fatal for a Class 9 student as a schoolmate enraged after being hit by the ball allegedly got the 14-year-old stabbed to death outside their school in East Delhi,......

Stock exchanges seek clarification on disclosure violations by Adani Group entities

Stock exchanges have sought clarification on violation of disclosure norms by Adani Group entities regarding the alleged bribery case in the US and subsequent cancellation of Kenya's airport......

Budget 2025: What realtors want from Nirmala Sitharaman

As the Union Budget 2025-2026 (FY26) inches closer, the Indian real estate industry is seeking stamp duty cuts, revised home loan limits and updated affordable housing norms through Pradhan Mantri......

What Adani Group CFO said about the bribery charges

None of Adani group portfolio companies, comprising 11 listed firms, have been accused of any wrongdoing, conglomerate's CFO Jugeshinder Robbie Singh said on founder and chairman Gautam Adani's......

India is now the biggest exporter of fuel to EU

India's export of fuels like diesel to the European Union jumped 58 per cent in the first three quarters of 2024, with a bulk of them likely coming from refining discounted Russian oil, according......

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

'The more popular, the more work, the more money.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Saloni Thakkar/Instagram Singer Saloni Thakkar is happy that her new track, Namo Namah Shivaya, is out and is......

Squid Game 2 Review: The Blood Sports Rage On

Squid Game 2 is almost a rehash of the earlier season, discovers Deepa Gahlot. When Korean series Squid Game came out in 2021, it went on to become the most watched show on Netflix. Soon enough,......

Khel Khel Mein Trailer: Akshay, Time Please!

There is no doubt that Akshay Kumar is a total hoot in comedic roles but Khel Khel Mein ain't it, observes Mayur Sanap. The curious case of Akshay Kumar's overexposure continues. After total......

Look Who's Following Karan Johar's Footsteps!

Siddharth Roy Kapur's RKF aims to raise around $50 million by offering up to a 50 per cent stake in the company. IMAGE: Shahid Kapoor in Deva. Mumbai-based Roy Kapur Films (RKF), founded by......

Santosh Trophy: J&K advance to quarters

IMAGE: J&K end the group with seven points from five matches and are assured of a top-four finish. Photograph: Kind Courtesy AIFF/X Jammu and Kashmir sealed their quarter-final spot in the......

Kho Kho WC: India crush Malaysia, storm into quarters

Continuing their unbeaten streak, the Indian women's team notched a commanding victory over Malaysia to enter the quarterfinals of the Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi on Thursday. IMAGE: The home......

Former all-rounder Dhawan retires from domestic limited-overs cricket

'From humble beginnings to representing my nation on the grandest stages, it has been a privilege beyond measure.' IMAGE: Himachal Pradesh's Rishi Dhawan will be available for selection for the......

Why India is destined to win Champions Trophy 2025

'The white-ball team, it is pretty much settled' 'Plenty of options. Bowling will be very crucial. The hopes are very high' IMAGE: With the tournament just a month away from commencement, Irfan......

Manu, Gukesh, Harmanpreet honoured, para-athletes shine

Para-athletes grab spotlight as President gives away National Sports Awards in traditional ceremony IMAGE: President Droupadi Murmu confers Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, 2024 on Manu......