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SAINI TAKES OATH AS HARYANA CM FOR 2ND TIME

With 5 OBCs, two Brahmins, two Jats and two Dalits, BJP strikes caste and regional balance

Conditional bail: 'Salute tricolour 21 times...', MP HC orders man

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted bail to a man accused of shouting a pro-Pakistan slogan and directed him to salute the national flag at a Bhopal police station 21 times and raise 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' slogan twice a month till the end of the trial.

CJI considers application for restoration of J&K statehood

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud agreed on Thursday to consider the listing of an application seeking the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir in a time-bound manner.

NDA committed to progress and empowerment of poor: PM Modi

Echoing the sentiments of unity and optimism, Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar remarked, “We have full confidence; we have done good work. The meeting was very good. The PM gave four hours and listened to everyone; he also spoke what was on his mind. Now, everyone will work accordingly.”

MEA slams Trudeau for 'inaction' against anti-India elements

Highlighting the inaction of the Canadian government against anti-India elements, the Ministry of External Affairs said there exists a gap between the words and action of PM Justin Trudeau, while he claims of supporting 'One India' policy.

Hooch tragedy kills 25 in Bihar

In one of the biggest hooch tragedies in Bihar since the state went dry in 2016, at least 25 people have died after consuming spurious liquor in the adjoining districts of Siwan and Saran, a top officer said on Thursday.

India out of Women's T20 World Cup due to poor fitness, missed chances

In a major disappointment for Indian women's cricket, Harmanpreet Kaur's team has been eliminated from the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, exiting in the group stages after New Zealand clinched their third and final win to secure a place in the top two. Despite entering the tournament with high expectations, India struggled to find its rhythm against the stronger teams, Australia and New Zealand, which led to its premature exit.

Neetu David second Indian woman to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Former India spinner Neetu David, who still holds the record for the best figures (8/53) by a woman in an individual Test innings, on Wednesday became only the second female cricketer from the country to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Badminton: Indian challenge ends in Denmark Open doubles

India's doubles campaign ended at the Denmark Open badminton tournament after the women's and mixed pairings from the country bowed out following hard-fought first-round losses here on Wednesday.

Thomas Tuchel hired as England head coach ahead of 2026 World Cup

Thomas Tuchel was hired as England coach on Wednesday and will take on the challenge of ending the national team's decades-long wait for a trophy.

Nissanka's 54 guides Sri Lanka to victory over Windies by 73 runs

Pathum Nissanka's marvelous fifty and bowlers' exceptional performance guided the Sri Lankan team to victory over West Indies by 73 runs in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Rangiri Dambula International Stadium here on Tuesday.

DAY 1 OF INDIA-NZ 1ST TEST CALLED OFF DUE TO RAIN

The day one of the first Test between India and New Zealand at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswammy Stadium was called off due to rain on Wednesday. On day two, toss will take place on 8:45 AM and play will start from 9:15 IST. No proceedings could take place today at all due to rain.

Messi levels Ronaldo's hat-trick record during Argentina's 6-0 win

Argentina's World Cup winning legend Lionel Messi equaled Portugal icon and contemporary Cristiano Ronaldo's record of most hat-tricks for a national team during his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match against Bolivia, in which the defending WC champions recorded a thumping 6-0 win on Wednesday.

Paras Mhambrey appointed as Mumbai Indians bowling coach

Mumbai Indians (MI), the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions announced the appointment of former Indian cricketer and bowling coach of the franchise ahead of the next season of the cash-rich league.

HARNESSING TECHNOLOGY FOR SUSTAINABLE BANKING: STRATEGIES FOR LONG-TERM GROWTH

The banking sector is undergoing a transformation driven by rapid digital evolution, making the integration of technology a strategic necessity for sustainable, long-term growth. Modern banks are not just focused on enhancing operational efficiencies but are also using technology to better understand customer behavior, minimize risks, and create value across the financial ecosystem.

The role of digital learning in bridging the rural education gap

The stark reality of the digital divide had cast a long shadow over rural education for many years. With limited access to technology and infrastructure, students in these areas often find themselves at a significant disadvantage compared to their urban counterparts. This disparity in educational opportunities hinders their potential and limits their future prospects. However, in recent years, the advent of digital learning technologies in rural classrooms has introduced new possibilities, offering a promising pathway to improving educational equity and addressing these longstanding challenges.

THE RISE OF CGI IN SOCIAL MEDIA ADS: CAPTURING ATTENTION IN A CROWDED DIGITAL WORLD

Scrolling through your feed and feeling like everything looks the same? You're not alone. Reels, product shots, influencer videos—they all start to blur together after a while. But then you see something that stops you in your tracks. It's not just another ad—it's an entire world brought to life with CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery).

Sourcing smarter: The future of office supplies with automation and AI

In today's fast-evolving business landscape, technology is redefining the office supply chain, creating more dynamic and efficient procurement strategies.

ZOYA AKHTAR, REEMA KAGTI READY WITH 'TURTLE WALKER' DOCUMENTARY

Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti have co-produced the upcoming documentary 'Turtle Walker', which tells the story of an Indian pioneer in the field of sea turtle conservation, Satish Bhaskar, who dedicated his life to the protection of these beautiful but endangered animals.

PRIYANKA MAKES HER 'BOLLYWOOD DREAMS COME TRUE' IN SWITZERLAND

Desi girl Priyanka Chopra made her Bollywood dream come true in Switzerland as she twirls romantically in snowfall.

ESHA PENS ADORABLE BIRTHDAY WISH FOR MOM HEMA MALINI

As Bollywood's 'dream girl' Hema Malini turned a year older on Wednesday, her daughter and actor Esha Deol penned a lovely birthday message on social media.

ANEES EXPLAINS HOW 'WELCOME' PAINTING LANDED IN 'BHOOL BHULAIYAA 3'

Anees Bazmee's \"Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3\" has a peculiar connection to his 2007 hit \"Welcome\" -- Majnu Bhai's painting of a donkey standing on the back of a horse -- and the director says he included the artwork as it belongs to him.

ALIA PRAISES VARUN, SAMANTHA'S 'CITADEL: HONEY BUNNY' TRAILER

Alia Bhatt can't wait to watch Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu starrer 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' after the action-packed series trailer was launched.

AJAY AND AKSHAY SHARE BROMANCE MOMENT ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Bollywood stars Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar on Tuesday were seen involved in a friendly interaction on social media.

Al Pacino opens up on role he wishes received Oscar nomination

Academy Award winner Al Pacino opened up about one of his performances that he hoped would win him an Oscar, reported Deadline.

PRAGUE CONCERT: NICK EXITS STAGE IN HURRY AFTER LASER INCIDENT

Singer Nick Jonas had to abruptly leave the stage during a concert in Prague after a laser was reportedly aimed at him from the audience, as per clips of the incident shared by fan pages on social media.

Gurdwara for shutting down of Indian consulates in Vancouver

Representatives of a Gurdwara in British Columbia whose president was shot dead in 2023 and the Sikh separatist group he was involved in have said that their communities will not feel safe until Indian consulates in Vancouver and Toronto are closed, CBC News reported.

BRICS project aims to boost cooperation among member countries

The BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre project was inaugurated with an aim to foster and strengthen humanitarian cooperation among BRICS+ countries and promote culture, science, and education, a statement by TV BRICS International Media Network said.

Ukraine's 'victory plan' sees hurdle for West NATO membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday his plan to win his country's fight against Russia's invasion could bring peace next year, but it contains a step that some crucial Western allies have so far refused to countenance: inviting Ukraine to join NATO before the war ends.

US warns Israel to boost Gaza aid or face suspension of military support

The United States has warned Israel to take immediate steps to improve humanitarian aid access in Gaza within a month or face potential restrictions including suspension of military support, The Washington Post reported.