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Nissan India has launched the much-anticipated Gravite budget MPV in the country, with introductory prices starting at Rs 5.65 lakh, ex-showroom. The model comes with an aggressive launch package, including zero service cost for five years. The pricing is part of a special launch programme and is valid for a limited period. Here’s a quick…
MUMBAI: Rapido, which rivals Uber and Ola in India’s ride-hailing market, has raised a fresh $240 million in funding led by Dutch technology investor Prosus at a valuation of $3 billion, higher than its last valuation of $2.3 billion it attained when Swiggy sold its stake in the startup in a secondary transaction in September…
Rishabh Pant, Sanjiv Goenka Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka said that reaching the playoffs is not enough and that the team must win the title to earn “respect”.Goenka said the franchise is still shaping its identity and that success in the league is measured…
NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant’s struggles as captain of Lucknow Super Giants continued after another tough loss, this time against Kolkata Knight Riders in a Super Over. LSG failed to chase 156, adding to a worrying run of five straight defeats this season. Their home record is even worse, with eight consecutive losses under Pant’s leadership…
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 130th edition of Mann Ki Baat, marking the first episode of the monthly radio programme in 2026. The address came on the eve of India’s 76th Republic Day and coincided with National Voters’ Day, which is observed annually on January 25.In his remarks, the Prime…
NEW DELHI: Chief of defence staff General Anil Chauhan said on Monday that India must be prepared to fight both short duration, high intensity conflicts to deter terrorism and long duration wars due to territorial disputes with its neighbours. Speaking at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Gen Chauhan said the country faces a complex…
NEW DELHI: A man has been arrested in Chandigarh after allegedly throwing a live puppy into a burning tandoor outside a dhaba, leading to the canine’s death. Police said the incident took place in the Bapu Dham area on May 16.Speaking on the case, Chandigarh DSP P. Abhinandan said an FIR had been registered under…
Actor Shehzad, popularly known by his surname Shaikh, is in fact a Babi by lineage. Yesteryears’ star Parveen Babi is his step-grandmother—a detail he calls “incidental” rather than defining, insisting his journey is shaped by persistence, not privilege. “I am a nepo kid, but that’s not how I wanted to be known,” says the actor,…
Gautam Gambhir (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: Gautam Gambhir is rarely seen smiling and carries the reputation of being a hard taskmaster. His aggression, celebrations, and constant involvement – from offering tips to players to applauding milestones and victories – along with his straightforward remarks in press conferences, are prime examples that define his serious demeanour.However,…
Did Simone Biles let her dog’s ears be cropped? PETA sends strong message to her and Jonathan Owens (Imagr via Getty) Simone Biles is facing strong anger online after animal rights activists accused her of allowing her new puppy’s ears to be cropped. The Olympic legend and her NFL husband Jonathan Owens were called out…
