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Today’s edition looks at the personal chemistry anchoring India–US ties, an Indian-origin doctor caught in America’s culture wars, and the passing of a cartoonist whose work quietly carried an IIT reference into global pop culture. Let’s go. THE BIG STORY Trump–Modi friendship is real, says US envoy Sergio Gor, the US ambassador to India, has…
Russian President Vladimir Putin (AP) NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday held separate telephone conversations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as tensions sharply escalated in West Asia and fears grew over a possible US military strike on Tehran.“The situation in the region is highly tense, and the…
Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) reported largely stable earnings for the December quarter, with consolidated profit inching up marginally even as revenue posted double-digit growth, supported by steady operating performance across its businesses.The conglomerate reported a marginal 0.56 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit attributable to shareholders at Rs 18,645 crore for…
NEW DELHI: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Maharashtra civic elections 2026 have marked a decisive shift in the urban political landscape. Held after a delay of nearly four years due to legal challenges and prolonged administrator rule, the elections across 27 municipal corporations and 2,869 seats were widely seen as a test of governance…
Just as headlines began whispering that US-Iran tensions might be cooling, a behind-the-scenes visit has offered a possible explanation for the shift in mood.According to the Axios report, David Barnea, director of Israel’s Mossad spy agency, arrived in the US on Friday morning for talks on the situation in Iran. ‘Back Off Now Or Face…’:…
Actress Roshna Ann Roy penned a heartfelt birthday tribute to actor Vijay Sethupathi on his 48th birthday. Roy, who has collaborated with Sethupathi on makeovers, described him as a father, brother, and guide, emphasizing his genuine, humble, and kind nature. She considers him a blessing and a ‘God in human form,’ highlighting his profound impact…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan star Babar Azam was visibly furious at Sydney Sixers teammate Steve Smith during the Big Bash League (BBL) match against Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. The drama unfolded in the middle of the pitch when Smith refused a straightforward run, seemingly to keep the strike during the “Power…
Mia Blichfeldt (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images) Danish shuttler Mia Blichfeldt has renewed her criticism of the hygiene conditions at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, a day after her Round of 16 exit from the BWF India Open. The Super 750 tournament is being staged as a test event ahead of the BWF World Championships…
SSC MTS self slot booking The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has started the SSC MTS Slot Booking 2026 process for candidates who have applied for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Havaldar examination. This new system allows candidates to choose their own exam date, exam city, and exam shift instead of waiting for SSC to allot…
Vivek Oberoi praised Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’ trailer, quoting its iconic line and hailing the 1997 roar’s return. He lauded Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty’s tribute to armed forces. The sequel, directed by Anurag Singh, releases Jan 23 for Republic Day. The makers unveiled the much-awaited trailer for Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit…
