High security alert in J&K NEW DELHI: A 45-year-old social activist was injured after being shot by suspected terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said on Sunday.The activist, identified as Ghulam Rasool Magray, was attacked late Saturday night inside his residence in Kandi Khas area. He was rushed to a nearby hospital for … Read more
BENGALURU: Karnataka high court on Saturday issued notices to the state govt and Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on a PIL alleging that CET exam centres in Bidar, Shivamogga, and Dharwad districts forced candidates to remove their Janivara or Janeu (sacred thread).Appearing for petitioner Akhila Karnataka Brahmana Mahasabha, senior advocate S Sriranga also informed a division … Read more
NEW DELHI: Government is considering making anti-lock braking systems (ABS) mandatory for all two-wheelers with engine capacity above 50cc. At present, ABS is only required in motorcycles over 125cc. This safety feature helps prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking, enhancing control and reducing stopping distances, especially on slippery roads.Experts from India and abroad have emphasised … Read more
NEW DELHI: Amidst growing clamour for action against Pakistan in the wake of Pahalgam terror killings, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said that non-violence is ingrained in Indian culture, but taking action against a hostile neighbour is also “Dharma”. “Non-violence is our (Indians’) basic nature. We never trouble our neighbours. But some people are … Read more
Punjab Kings’ Prabhsimran Singh plays a shot at the Eden Gardens. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Prabhsimran Singh etched his name into Punjab Kings‘ history books on Saturday, becoming the first uncapped batter from the franchise to cross the 1000-run milestone in the Indian Premier League. The young opener achieved the landmark during his scintillating knock … Read more
NEW DELHI: Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, offering condolences to the victims, saying there is “no justification for such acts of terror.”“President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran called PM Narendra Modi and strongly condemned the terror attack in the Indian Union Territory of … Read more
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said India has “non-violence” in nature, but if someone “turns to evil”, teaching a lesson is also a religion.Bhagwat’s remark comes as the nation seethes over the killing of 26 people, mostly tourists, by the Pakistan-backed terrorists in … Read more
NEW DELHI: Veteran Mumbai Indians batter Rohit Sharma once again showcased his mentor-like presence in the IPL, as he was seen sharing crucial batting tips with Lucknow Super Giants youngster Abdul Samad. In a video posted by LSG on social media, Rohit emphasised the importance of technique and individual style over blindly copying others.Go Beyond … Read more
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at Bharat Summit (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said he led his political Bharat Jodo Yatra as his party was “not allowed” to operate the way they wanted and that it felt “completely trapped and isolated”.Addressing the Bharat Summit in Hyderabad, the leader of opposition in … Read more
Chennai Super Kings’ Ravindra Jadeja being bowled by Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Kamindu Mendis. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings‘ Indian Premier League 2025 campaign hit a new low on Friday as they suffered their seventh defeat of the season, losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad by five wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It was CSK’s fourth … Read more