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An Indian man who converted from Hinduism to Christianity has failed in his attempt to secure asylum in Australia, with a tribunal ruling that he faces no real risk of harm if returned home.The decision was issued last month after Australia’s Immigration and Protection Tribunal rejected the claim. The said that the applicant’s fears of…
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday addressed the Lok Sabha on the women’s reservation bill, accusing the Congress-led opposition of backing the legislation but with “ifs and buts.”He also described the opposition’s objection to delimitation as opposing an increase in SC/ST seats.Here are Amit Shah’s top quotes: “No one has objected to…
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is “fully open and ready for full passage” as Iran announced allowing commercial vessels to transit during a temporary ceasefire.On a post on Truth Social on Friday, Donald Trump wrote, “IRAN HAS JUST ANNOUNCED THAT THE STRAIT OF IRAN IS FULLY OPEN AND READY FOR FULL…
Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has been on a record-breaking run ever since its release on March 19, emerging as a major box office success. Featuring a powerhouse ensemble including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, and R Madhavan, the film has not only drawn crowds but also sparked conversations around…
South Africa’s Connor Esterhuizen joins Gujarat Titans. (ANI Photo) Gujarat Titans have brought in promising South African wicketkeeper-batter Connor Esterhuizen as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to a finger injury.The 24-year-old Esterhuizen arrives with a rising reputation after…
Vaishali Rameshbabu and Dommaraju Gukesh (FIDE Photo) NEW DELHI: On Thursday, the whole nation woke up to a historic realisation. Two of India’s young chess prodigies, 19-year-old Dommaraju Gukesh and 24-year-old Vaishali Rameshbabu, will compete in their respective World Chess Championship matches. This means that for the first time, India has a simultaneous shot at…
With the declaration of Class 10 results, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has scripted a key change in how students will be assessed from the 2026 academic session. At the centre of this change is a “best-of-two” rule that allows students to improve their performance without the risk of losing marks. Two-exam structure…
Robert Downey Jr., a cultural phenomenon since the late 70s, stands as a testament to resilience with a net worth of USD 300 million. His illustrious career, highlighted by legendary performances in ‘Iron Man’ and the ‘Avengers’ series, showcases his unique ability to captivate audiences. Even amidst life’s hurdles, Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr has,…
Forget love at first sight; real romance often blossoms from friendship. A study reveals two-thirds of couples began as friends, with interactions purely platonic initially. This challenges popular notions, suggesting a deeper connection forms before romantic sparks fly, especially among younger adults and LGBTQ+ individuals. Friendship truly lays the foundation for lasting love. Movies and…
At least 191 people were killed in road accidents in Thailand in the first three days of the country’s annual Songkran festival, widely known as the “world’s largest water fight”, marking a grim start to the celebrations this year.According to the New York Post, the Thai New Year festival, typically marked by week-long water festivities…
