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Kennedy Center put off planned repairs despite known structural issues, former employees allege
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Bigg Boss 20 host Salman Khan questioned Rhiti Tiwari over her conduct after the Diss Battle controversy involving Uditi Singh. In the Weekend Ka Vaar promo, Salman said nobody knew Rhiti before the show and noted that people could credit her entry to father Manoj Tiwari.
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Modi, Shah made Gyanesh Kumar in charge of 'match-fixing' India's polls, alleges Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was made in charge of match-fixing India's elections by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Gandhi made the allgations following a Kerala Congress social media post, alleging that Kumar had told a former Kerala chief secretary to contest on a BJP ticket after his retirement.
Watch the Official Trailer from Japanese OTT series 'Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?' starring Kji Yakusho, Kento Kaku, Ken'ichi Matsuyama and Noriko Eguchi. 'Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?' OTT series is directed by Fuminori Kaneko, Takuya Sakaue and Atsushi Watabe. To know more about the 'Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?' trailer watch the video. Check out the latest Japanese teasers, new OTT series trailers, trending Japanese OTT series teasers, Kji Yakusho series, Kento Kaku series, Ken'ichi Matsuyama series and Fuminori Kaneko videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
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YRF's casting director told Anjali Anand to 'lose weight' before RAKPK
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It's not BRICS or the UN, BRICS is supportive of the UN: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said choosing between BRICS and the United Nations is a false choice, arguing that BRICS supports the UN and seeks its reform.
Raza Murad questions absence of 'big names' at Mushtaq Khan's funeral: 'Koi bada chehra nahi aaya'
Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan passed away on September 24 at the age of 75 after battling cancer. Known for his roles in films like Welcome and Gadar, Mushtaq Khan was laid to rest in Mumbai on September 25. His funeral was attended by several celebrities, including Rajpal Yadav, Sanjay Mishra and others. However, several prominent celebrities were absent.
Pakistan's politics of confrontation exposes deep constitutional imbalance: Report
Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 26 (IANS) Pakistan faces a stark constitutional paradox: a state that projects strategic strength abroad, yet remains unable to establish a stable and broadly accepted constitutional balance of power at home, a report has stated. The crisis cannot be resolved merely by changing governments or replacing one political beneficiary with another; it needs a rational, inclusive constitutional framework agreed upon by the countrys principal stakeholders to determine how power is exercised, a report in leading Pakistani daily 'The News International' detailed. Where does one begin the story of Pakistans politics of perpetual confrontation? With the containers gathering around Islamabad, the preventive arrests ahead of the PTIs September 27 march, or the continuing struggle over Imran Khans medical care, meetings with his family or the perpetual government-PTI verbal brawls over political legitimacy, judicial propriety and fair play? Or must one begin before Pakistans birth with the circumstances of its creation and the asymmetrical institutional and political power and anxieties and shortcomings of a political culture that evolved in an embattled environment? the report detailed. The immediate confrontation is only the latest manifestation of a deeper, enduring asymmetry: between constitutional office and actual power; between authority claimed and legitimacy earned; and between institutions expected to remain within constitutional boundaries and those capable of crossing them with little cost or consequence. The players repeatedly change places, but the machinery of exclusion and coercion survives. This asymmetry has also been reinforced by the weak performance, excesses, omissions and shifting power alliances of the elected political class, it added. According to the report, Pakistan has repeatedly replaced the constitutional balance with coercive power, overlooking the fact that power alone cannot provide the foundation for a political system. It noted that the pervasive atmosphere of conspiracy, manipulation, insecurity and anger across Pakistans political, institutional and social landscape drains the energy that should instead be channelled towards comprehensive progress and greater achievements at home and abroad. Stressing that foreign policy and security cannot ultimately be insulated from political instability, constitutional disorder and deepening alienation among citizens, the report said, A state may perform impressively abroad for a period while remaining unsettled at home; but enduring international strength requires internal political stability. Unless competent visionary statecraft is instituted through consensus, performance and commitment to rule of law, Pakistan will continue to be bogged down, it noted.
'Catastrophic assault on democracy': Shashi Tharoor on ECI row
Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 26 (IANS) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday called reports of differences within the Election Commission of India (ECI) a catastrophic assault on democracy, urging all citizens, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), to fight it. Speaking to reporters in Kerala's Kozhikode, Tharoor said: This is an incredibly grave assault on the functioning of Indian democracy. Meanwhile, the ECI issued a press release after its meeting on Saturday afternoon to quell reports of internal differences and clarify the context in which ECI functionaries wrote a letter to the Cabinet Secretary. The Congress MP claimed that a large number of Indian citizens have been deprived of their democratic right to vote, apparently based on many irregularities, including an illegal modification of Form 6 requiring data that has not been required in the past. They (ECI) have actually gone ahead and made some changes without the consent of two of the three Election Commissioners, which itself is a violation of the procedures of the Election Commission. Days earlier, a report by a leading newspaper claimed differences within the poll panel, with decisions being taken allegedly without the knowledge of the two Election Commissioners. Tharoor further said: On top of that, we have a situation where, shockingly, we are seeing software that has been imposed over the heads of the electoral officers. And as a result, for example, one instance that has been found is that in Goa, 97 people have not only been deprived of the right to vote, but because of that they've also been deprived of the right to have dialysis treatment and other medical assistance and so on. The Congress leader was referring to the ECINet software, which the media reported had blocked access to Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) on the ground. This is not anything minor or routine; it's not political, it's not administrative. It is a fundamentally untenable, catastrophic assault on our democracy, he said while urging parties to unite in the fight against the challenge. There is no question anymore that our country is facing a very severe challenge. If the integrity of our elections is in doubt, then how will our democracy stand? If people in this country feel that even their identity is subject to the whims of some low-level officers and a software that has not been verified, tested or based on anything logical, then how on earth can our country proudly stand itself in front of the world and call itself the world's largest democracy? Tharoor questioned. Mentioning that the Congress has called a party Working Committee meeting on September 29, he said, I'll be going there to Delhi for that. Moreover, Shashi Tharoor urged BJP leaders to unite with the Opposition to defend democracy. I feel that on this matter every citizen of India, even members of the BJP, should be united with us. Our democracy is larger than any individual, any party. It's for everyone to defend, he stated.
After 'big talk' with Xi on 'Super Intelligence', Trump shuts door on joint AI push
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping recently convened to explore the concept of super intelligence, albeit ruling out collaborative AI efforts. Trump asserted that the US is at the forefront of AI development, striving to sustain its competitive edge. They both recognized the significance of the term super intelligence in discussions of emerging technologies and initiated a bilateral communication line for super intelligence-related incidents, planning their next conversation for November 2026.
Pakistan's child protection laws fail to protect children from abuse: Report
Digital Desk | Colombo, Sep 26 (IANS) Despite laws, institutions and formal safeguards aimed at protecting children, the latest evidence from Pakistan has exposed serious gaps in the implementation of these legal provisions, leaving children vulnerable to abuse, a report has stated. Questions raised by the Islamabad High Court over child safety provisions under the Zainab Alert Act, scrutiny by the Sindh High Court of juvenile justice implementation, concerns from a Senate committee over low conviction rates, and UNICEFs latest findings laid bare different failures within the same child-protection system, according to a report in the Sri Lankan newspaper Daily Mirror. It noted that weakness in Pakistans child-protection system is not a lack of laws, but the failure to consistently enforce them for children at greatest risk. Highlighting escalating violence against children, the report cited data compiled by Islamabad-based child rights organisation Sahil, which documented at least 1,914 cases of violence and abuse against children across Pakistan between January and June 2026. The figure includes 1,015 cases of child sexual abuse, 558 abductions, 101 missing children, 35 child marriages and 98 cases involving pornography following sexual abuse. Forty-nine cases involved infants found abandoned by roadsides. The figures represent cases reported in newspapers, rather than the full scale of abuse. That distinction matters in a country where fear, stigma, family pressure and limited access to justice can keep incidents away from both the police and the public. The numbers describe a visible crisis, but not necessarily complete, Daily Mirror mentioned. The pattern emerging from the data is as disturbing as the headline figure. Girls accounted for 58 percent of the reported victims in the first six months of 2026, while boys represented 42 percent. Children aged 11 to 15 formed the largest affected age group, with 598 reported victims. Another 356 victims were aged between 16 and 18, while 329 were between six and 10, it added. Underlining the gap in implementation of legal provisions in Pakistan, the report said the failure is not confined to a lack of laws but is reflected in what happens after a law is passed, a complaint is lodged, and a child seeks justice. The latest figures underscore the scale of the problem, with more than 1,900 cases reported in the first six months of 2026. Nearly half of the reported incidents occurred in childrens homes, while alleged perpetrators were often people known to the victims. At the same time, the criminal justice system continues to record low conviction rates in some jurisdictions. For children, the protection promised by legislation ultimately exists only when institutions act on it, the report noted.
In the past year, India and the United States have significantly enhanced their partnership across multiple domains, including energy, defence, and commerce. This collaboration features a remarkable increase in U.S. energy exports to India, promoting a more diversified energy portfolio. Furthermore, the recently signed 10-year defence framework underscores the strengthening relationship, with South Asia emerging as a focal point in the Trump administrations foreign policy strategy.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday hit back at the Congress over its allegations against the Election Commission, calling it shameful and accusing the grand old party of attempting to attain power at any cost. This follows the Election Commission of India (ECI) issuing a press release after its afternoon meeting to quell reports of internal differences and clarify the context in which ECI functionaries wrote a letter to the Cabinet Secretary. Addressing a press conference, BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad accused the Congress and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi of making aseless and shameful allegations against the Election Commission. This is very unfortunate, and we condemn it. Today, the Election Commission issued a press note stating that the process was conducted with the consent of the Chief Election Commissioner and both Election Commissioners, he said. Citing that the Supreme Court found the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls valid and legally permissible, Prasad said: Congress, CPI-M and Trinamool Congress (undivided) had challenged the process before the Supreme Court, which approved the SIR after hearing everyone. Accusing the Opposition of creating a ruckus whenever they lose polls, the BJP MP said: Does Rahul Gandhi ever think about why he was wiped out from Tamil Nadu? Does Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi ever think about why they've been wiped out from Bengal for the last 40 years?... Today they are running from pillar to post, hoping that Akhilesh Yadav will form an alliance with them in Uttar Pradesh, but the latter isn't even giving them time. Why does Rahul Gandhi keep banging his head over his own failures and over his party's weaknesses? he remarked. Ravi Shankar Prasad further highlighted that the Supreme Court also allowed Form 6 of the SIR process. Did the Election Commission not exist during the 50 years of the Congress party's rule? Did it not exist during the Communist and the DMK's reign in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, respectively? When Akhilesh Yadav or his father became Chief Minister of UP and Lalu Yadav became CM of Bihar multiple times, was it without the Election Commission? the BJP leader questioned. Accusing the LoP of defaming the ECI and being jealous of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said: Rahul Gandhi, you are a 'non-serious politician.' The people of the country do not take you seriously. Echoing a similar view, BJP MP Sambit Patra said the press release issued after the meeting of the three Election Commissioners today has clarified the allegations levelled by the Congress. The Congress party was attacking constitutional institutions for its own interests and seeking to undermine their credibility, he alleged. Referring to the allegation that the BJP was using the Election Commission as a pawn to defend itself, Patra called it a conspiracy by the Congress to weaken the country's constitutional institutions. The people know why the Opposition is doing all this. Rahul Gandhi's sole objective is to come to power at any cost. Since Rahul Gandhi has been unable to attain power, he is attacking the Election Commission, the Supreme Court, and India's constitutional institutions. His motto seems to be: 'If we cannot win, let us disrupt the entire democratic system', Patra alleged.
India added another athletics medal to its Asian Games 2026 tally as Prachi clinched bronze in the women's 400m final with a time of 53.21 seconds.
Hundreds of thousands turn out for Pope Leo's popemobile parade along Champs-Elysees ahead of Mass
Pope Leo XIV conducted an outdoor Mass in Paris that drew an estimated 700,000 people to the Champs-Elysees. The event highlighted the continuing appeal of the Catholic Church in a predominantly secular France. Many attendees included people of various faiths and backgrounds seeking a message of peace and unity. Attendance has notably increased among young converts to Catholicism in recent years.
Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland
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Heineken's 50,000 bottle-bricks in 1963 built a house in 1965, then hit a wall
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Maha: Sahil's parents appeal IIT Bombay students to join hunger strike
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) Parents of Sahil Wakode, the second-year IIT Bombay student who was found dead on Saturday, appealed to students of the institute to join them in an indefinite hunger strike at Mumbai's Azad Maidan from Monday to ensure justice for their son. Earlier, the parents had alleged that caste-based discrimination and harassment at the institute had driven their son to take the extreme step. In a video message, Sahil's father, Ravindra Wakode, claimed that the Mumbai Police were not allowing him to enter the Powai campus. I have tried two-three times to enter, he said. Mentioning that he has not been permitted to protest inside the campus, the father said: From Monday I will sit on a hunger strike at Azad Maidan, as I have been given permission there. In a message for IIT Bombay students, Ravindra Wakode said: People are spreading misinformation about you (students) and us that Sahil's parents are not doing anything (to ensure justice for him). My child is no more, but you have a future ahead. Join us in the hunger strike in as many numbers as possible. It is important to know the truth. Please don't give up this fight and maintain the strike, he said while cautioning students not to fall into various theories about the police and other people. We will keep fighting until my son gets justice, even if that means giving my life for it, Wakode asserted. Sahil's father reiterated: I appeal to all of you students not to get manipulated by anyone. You stand with me, and I will stand with you. He further appealed to students to protect any evidence they may have that could help the case. Please safeguard any evidence that you might have. I will need it during the legal proceedings. This is my request to you all, Ravindra Wakode said. On Thursday, Sahil Wakodes parents were reportedly detained by Mumbai Police in Bhandup. At the same time, they were on their way to the IIT Bombay campus in Powai, their lawyer, Nikhil Kamble, alleged. A day before, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Social Justice and Empowerment and RPI-A chief Ramdas Athawale flagged the growing number of student suicides at the prestigious institute, while questioning whether attempts were being made to humiliate Scheduled Caste students, forcing them to take the extreme step. He raised the question during a visit to the IIT Powai campus.
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Munich Picked For Germany's Bid To Host Summer Olympics In 2036, 2040 Or 2044
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Donald Trump says he does not want to 'integrate' with China on Artificial Intelligence
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that despite a ig talk this week with Chinese President Xi Jinping on AI, the US should not join efforts with China on Artificial Intelligence. Trump said he did not want to integrate AI initiatives with China because of US dominance.
Brics or UN is a 'false choice', group supports UN reform: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that choosing between groupings such as BRICS and the United Nations is a false choice, emphasising that smaller groups are supportive of the global organisation and would like to see it reformed. I think it's a false choice. The UN is the UN. It may have many shortcomings. It also has many achievements, and obviously, when you want to reform it, when you want to change it, it's natural to focus on the shortcomings. But I don't think that should lead us to be dismissive of the UN, Jaishankar said. The minister was addressing a session titled 'Ruptures & Ramparts: Building Bridges for a Changing World' organised on the margins of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly by the Observer Research Foundation, Reliance Foundation, UN in India and the Permanent Mission of India to the UN here Thursday. Participating in the session, moderated by ORF President Samir Saran, were Jamaica's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade ..
Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
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Ranbir Kapoor lifts Shiv Dhanush, tells MrBeast to chant 'Jai Shri Ram', explains Ramayana to him
MrBeast attended a Mumbai event for Ramayana with Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari. Ranbir prompted MrBeast to say Jai Shri Ram and later explained Lord Ram's story and his sacrifice for his father's promise and duties.
George Russell held off Max Verstappen for his first Formula 1 win in three months to cut into Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli's standings lead at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Saturday.
Bangladesh: Missing Hindu jeweller's body found in blue drum, murder suspected
The body of a 50-year-old jewellery shop owner, who had been missing since September 20, was found stuffed inside a drum floating near a sluice gate in Bangladesh's Mymensingh, police said.
Florida couple sues IVF clinic after baby's blood type reveals wrong sperm used
A Florida couple is suing Jacksonvilles Brown Fertility Clinic, alleging the wrong sperm was used during their IVF treatment. Their babys unexpected blood type prompted further testing, which the couple says revealed the husband was not the childs biological father. The lawsuit seeks answers over the alleged fertility clinic mix-up and its lasting emotional impact.
Colin Kaepernick And Nessa Diab's Love Story: From Meeting In 2015 To Raising A Family
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It's The Last World Cup: Virat Kohli Drops Bombshell On 2027
Indian stalwart Virat Kohli has set his sights firmly on the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, admitting that the showpiece event in South Africa will be his final ODI World Cup for India and saying he is ready to do whatever it takes to win the title.
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'Khali pet gold jita hai': Why India's kabaddi team did not eat before final
With 10 minutes left, India moved five points ahead after Arjun got past Iran captain Fazel Atrachali and helped India inflict an All-Out. Sumit then made an important tackle on Amirmohammad Zafar Danesh, while Rahul Sethpal also made a key defensive contribution late in the match. The win completed India's unbeaten campaign and gave them their ninth Asian Games gold medal in men's kabaddi.
Disney is revamping its legal and global affairs department, which could lead to layoffs. Chief Legal Officer Horacio Gutierrez has noted that automation may streamline workflows, potentially impacting staff levels. A memo stated that major organizational changes are necessary, which will entail tough choices around resources and personnel. These adjustments aim to enhance Disneys ability to serve its audience more effectively. Layoffs could begin as soon as next week.
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Woman lawyer from Assam assaulted in Delhi's Prasad Nagar
A lawyer from Assam was reportedly attacked in Delhi amid a property dispute on Friday. Eyewitness accounts reveal that police were on-site as the confrontation unfolded, with a distressing video capturing her distress. The attackers expressed concerns about her being in Delhi due to the ongoing legal matter. In response, both parties have lodged mutual complaints, prompting several FIRs as police delve deeper into this assault and property dispute.
India's Asian Games Athletics: Marathon Silver, Shot Put Silver, Bronze Amidst Injuries
India's athletics campaign at the Asian Games saw Sawan Barwal secure an unexpected silver in the marathon with a national record, while Tajinderpal Singh Toor also claimed silver in shot put. Prachi Chaudhary added a bronze in quarter-mile, bringing India's athletics medal tally to eight. The day also saw injuries to medal contenders Jyothi Yarraji and Praveen Chithravel.
Asian Games 2026: Prachi Chaudhary wins bronze in women's 400m final
Prachi Chaudhary won a bronze medal in women's 400m final at the 2026 Asian Games. Chaudhary earned the third place, clocking in at 53.21 seconds. Salwa Naser of Bahrain won the gold, setting a Games record of 49.20 seconds and the silver went to Iran's Zahra Zarei Manoujan who clocked 52.38 seconds. Prachi has now set her sights on the 4x400m relay but said she has proved her mettle in the individual event on Saturday.
'Avoids issue of Gen Z voters': Congress attacks EC's 'wishy-washy' press note, seeks pause in SIR
Michigan's 60,000-bottle house built in 1941 is now a museum
In 1941, John Makinen ingeniously built a home in Kaleva from 60,000 repurposed glass bottles sourced from his own bottling factory. This Bottle House, with its vibrant glass bottle walls and distinctive design, draws curious visitors. Acquired by the Kaleva Historical Society in 1983, it serves to maintain the site's historical relevance while providing insights into local Finnish-American heritage.
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Delegation of Sri Lanka's ruling party to visit India under 'KNOW BJP' initiative
The JVP delegation will visit India from September 27 to October 1; scheduled to meet BJP national president Nitin Nabin, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and other senior BJP leaders
Pakistan's water crisis exposes failures in domestic management: Report
Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 26 (IANS) While Pakistans agricultural economy and irrigation system remain heavily dependent on the Indus River, its deepening water crisis reflects serious failures in domestic management, a report has stated. Although the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) survived wars and repeated crisis for decades, six decades have transformed the region dramatically. Indias economy and energy requirements have grown, Jammu and Kashmir has undergone significant political and developmental changes, while Pakistans own water crisis has become increasingly difficult to attribute simply to upstream factors, Zahack Tanvir, founder and editor of British media outlet 'Milli Chronicle', wrote in 'The Times of Israel'. Indias move to place the IWT in abeyance following the heinous 2025 Pahalgam terror attack by Pakistan-backed terrorists, he said, needs to be understood in the broader context of its security, developmental and water priorities. Citing World Bank findings, Tanvir said that groundwater depletion, waterlogging, salinity and contamination were documented across Pakistan, with Sindh province facing some of the most acute crisis. These are not problems created by an Indian dam. They reflect weaknesses within Pakistans own water system, he stated. Referring to a conference organised in Geneva recently, he said speakers including activists Arif Aajakia, Mamun Rahman and Lakhu Luvana highlighted longstanding concerns over water and natural resources in Sindh and Balochistan. That raises an important question for Islamabad: if water is a human-rights issue, as the United Nations has recognized, what happens to the rights of communities after the water reaches Pakistan?India cannot reasonably be held responsible for every failure of Pakistans internal water governance, Tanvir noted. The report further argued that India must fully utilise its legitimate water and energy potential and invest in hydropower, storage and modern water infrastructure under the Indus Water Treaty wherever technically and legally feasible. Decades of diplomatic caution, it stressed, should not be allowed to turn into a permanent developmental disadvantage. According to the report, the broader lesson is clear: a transboundary agreement cannot remain anchored in 1960 while the strategic, demographic and environmental realities surrounding it continue to evolve The next chapter should not be about preserving an old arrangement simply because it has endured. It should be about creating a modern framework that recognizes Indias legitimate development needs alongside Pakistans downstream interests and the rights of communities on both sides. India does not need to apologize for developing its rivers. Its water, energy, and development interests are legitimate national interests not concessions that require Pakistans permission, it noted.
Prachi Choudhary Wins A 'Special Medal' For India In women's 400m At Asian Games 2026
India's Prachi Choudhary won a bronze medal in women's 400m final at the Asian Games on Saturday
'Truth has come to light': BJP after EC clarifies 'no rift' over electoral roll revision
Diageo India revamps McDowell's No.1 with premium identity
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Brad Pitt's survival thriller Heart of the Beasthit theatres on September 25. Directed by David Ayer, the film witnessed a box office clash with several films across different genres, including Primetime, Avengers: Endgame Encore, Forgotten Island, Dorothy, The Vvaanand others.
Tajinderpal Singh Toor's bid for a hat-trick of Asian Games gold medals ended in silver as the Indian shot putter battled tricky wet conditions in Nagoya on Saturday
Ben Allison's 11-wicket match haul seals Derbyshire demolition
Worcestershire wrap up season with commanding victory at New Road
Anirudh surprises fans with unreleased song from Rajinikanth's Jailer 2
Odisha govt to clear pension dues of over 20 lakh beneficiaries by October Here's all we know
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Ramayana Part 1: Namit hails Yash as Ravana and co-producer
Ramayana: YouTuber MrBeast chants 'Jai Shri Ram' after Ranbir Kapoor's prompt
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Kotak: We have not been 'unfair' to Jaiswal, he needs to 'wait for his opportunity'
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Couldn't Process It For 10 Minutes Dhir Recalls Seeing His Name In India ODI Squad
ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup: When Naman Dhir first saw a congratulatory message on social media after he got his maiden India call-up for the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies, he casually dismissed it as spam. But when he finally opened the official team announcement post, the Faridkot-based Dhir froze in disbelief and needed ten minutes just to comprehend that his lifelong dream had finally come true. Our Sher-e-Punjab tournament in Punjab was over, so I was there. Actually, I had no idea that there would be a call-up or anything like that. So I got a message on Instagram congratulating me. I ignored it; I thought it might be something else. But I opened that post, and after that, when I saw my name, I couldn't process it for 10 minutes. I mean, I've been selected here. But yes, it was a surreal feeling. First of all, I called my father; he was very happy. He had a lot of emotions coming out, Dhir said in a video posted by the BCCI on its social media handles on Saturday. Dhirs path to the national dressing room has been defined by a never-give-up attitude. After representing Punjab at the U-16 level, he endured nearly seven years of complete oblivion, finding himself off the radar before a breakthrough season in the U-25 tournament reignited his career, leading to a Ranji Trophy debut and subsequently an IPL contract with Mumbai Indians. Every kid who starts playing cricket has a dream to represent India, and to play a match for India. So, I guess for me, it's still a dream come true. I feel like I'm living my dream. The old Naman was quitting at one point, but the new Naman will say that you should keep working hard with a pure heart. If you're honest with your work and your hard work, you'll get a 100 percent result. I represented Punjab in the U-16s. After that, I didn't play anything for 6-7 years, till U-25s. After that, I got a breakthrough and scored runs in the U-25s, and then I was called up for the Ranji Trophy. Then IPL came, and that's when my journey started. So, those 6-7 years were tough, but as I said, if you're honest with your work and your hard work, you'll get a 100 percent result, he added. First making heads turn during his maiden IPL stint in 2024 with a blistering 28-ball 62 against Lucknow Super Giants, Dhir soon established himself as a potent middle-order striking option. His steady progression through the India A setup in 2025, including the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, kept him firmly on the selectors' radar. However, the definitive push for a national call-up came during the recently concluded Sher-e-Punjab T20 tournament. Dhir amassed 655 runs at an astronomical strike rate of 217.61, powered by 49 boundaries and as many sixes. The centrepiece of that campaign was a jaw-dropping 173 off just 64 balls. Eight days later, the India call-up arrived, right after he had also been named in the India A squad for the one-dayers against Australia A in Puducherry. However, the definitive push for a national call-up came during the recently concluded Sher-e-Punjab T20 tournament. Dhir amassed 655 runs at an astronomical strike rate of 217.61, powered by 49 boundaries and as many sixes. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With selectors slating him for a dynamic middle-order role in the series, Dhir is focused on soaking in the moment. Getting the India cap, I don't know how I'll feel then. But right now, what I'm thinking is that I want to enjoy this moment to the fullest because I've waited my whole life for this moment. As far as I'm concerned, I'll give more than 100 percent, but I want to enjoy it even more, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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Rahul Gandhi targets BJP over SIR row, calls CEC Gyanesh Kumar 'in charge of match-fixing elections'
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'Trump, Netanyahu Used Muslim Nations To Bomb Iran': Pezeshkian's Shock Admission On Cam
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused the United States and Israel of trying to divide Muslim countries and control the Middle Easts wealth. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Pezeshkian said Iran had been attacked from the airspace of other Muslim countries and claimed Washington and Israel had dragged regional states into the war expecting Irans government to collapse within days.Pezeshkian also claimed that sanctions and military pressure had failed to break Iran, arguing that the country was experiencing unprecedented unity and cohesion. He said Tehran would focus on investing in its people and building greater self-reliance.The Iranian president also called for regional security through cooperation between Middle Eastern countries, rejecting the idea that the region needs an outside policeman.
India's Defence Exports Jump 56x In 12 Years: Full Make in India Report
dias defence exports have surged over the past 12 years, rising from 686 crore in 201314 to a record 38,424 crore in 202526. Defence production has also reached a record 1.78 lakh crore, highlighting the scale of Indias Make in India push in the defence sector.From BrahMos and ATAGS to Kusha and indigenous drones, India is increasingly developing and manufacturing defence systems domestically. The country now exports defence equipment to more than 80 countries, while private companies and startups are playing a growing role in the sector.But how much has Indias defence industry actually changed since Make in India was launched in 2014? This video examines Indias defence production, exports, major indigenous weapons systems, private-sector growth and the challenges that remain on the road to greater self-reliance.#India #MakeInIndia #DefenceExports #IndianDefence #DefenceProduction #BrahMos #ATAGS #Kusha #MadeInIndia #IndianMilitary #AtmanirbharBharat #TOI
'Munir Has Lost': Pak's Hard State Plot Fails I Tilak Devasher On Imran, TTP & Baloch Insurgency
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Ranbir Kapoor asks MrBeast to chant 'Jai Shree Ram' during Ramayana event
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) Famous American YouTuber MrBeast attended a Mumbai event for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' alongside Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, and Namit Malhotra. During the event, one of the paparazzi said, Jai Shri Ram, Mr Beast. As the YouTuber got confused what he should say, Ranbir told Mr Beast to reply by saying, Jai Shri Ram. The YouTuber quickly chanted Jai Shri Ram. Ranbir, who will be seen as Lord Ram in the highly anticipated project, also went on to explain the meaning of Dharma during the event. He said, Ramayana and Shri Ram are deeply etched in our subconscious mind. Lord Rama never tried to be a hero; he is called Maryada Purushottam, which means ideal man. He was born as a prince and could have had everything, but he sacrificed it all to fulfil his fathers promise and his duties. There is a term called Dharma, which means duties. He is the perfect man, and I hope through this film, you could have a brief introduction to our culture and history. As the event ended up getting delayed for several hours, a lot of the members from the media decided to boycott the event. During the event, Ranbir even lifted a Shiv Dhanush, offered prayers, and then placed it back. Along with Ranbir as Lord Rama, the project has Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, Kajal Aggarwal as Mandodari, Arun Govil as King Dashrath, Kunal Kapoor as Lord Indra, and Adinath Kothare as Bharat. 'Ramayana' is a two-part franchise with the first part expected to be out in the cinema halls on November 9 this year, during Diwali. The second part, which is still in production, is scheduled for a 2027 release.
