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Devika Sihag, Rounak Chouhan, K Srikanth seal semifinal berths in US Open badminton

Indian shuttlers shone at the US Open badminton tournament as Devika Sihag upset Japan's third seed Riko Gunji, while Rounak Chouhan continued hi

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verdes dream run continues, becoming smallest country into knockouts

We are proud of having arrived at this stage; we have shown that we are a small country, but that we fight for the things that we want to achieve

Renowned Tamil Director K. Bhagyaraj Passes Away

Chennai, June 27: Celebrated Tamil film director and actor Krishna Swamy Bhagyaraj, popularly known as K. Bhagyaraj, passed away on Saturday due

U.S., Iran trade strikes putting new strain on West Asia truce

The trading of fire raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to

Renowned Tamil Filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj Passes Away, Director M. Rajesh Expresses Condolences

Chennai, June 27: The esteemed Tamil filmmaker and actor, Krishna Swamy Bhagyaraj (K. Bhagyaraj), passed away on Saturday due to a heart attack.

World Cup Fans Get Taste Of American Life At The Mall

American Dream mall dwarfs the MetLife, with its proximity to the stadium, the mall is seeking to entice fans with World Cup activities such as w

Gurugram startup founder explains why he pays Rs 2.5 lakh rent despite having a free family home in Delhi

A Gurugram-based startup founder is paying Rs 2.5 lakh monthly rent, opting for convenience and productivity over free accommodation at his paren

ISRO fires up next-gen rocket engine, marking key milestone in development of new propulsion system

India's space agency, ISRO, has achieved a significant breakthrough with a successful hot test of its new semi-cryogenic engine power head. Reach

'India changed me': Why Slovenian footballer Luka Majcen got Lord Shiva & Mahamrityunjaya mantra tattooed on his back; It all started with a Google search

Slovenian footballer Luka Majcen's striking tattoo of Lord Shiva on his back reflects a deeply personal spiritual journey. His interest in Indian

Sonia Gandhi hits out at Modi governments stony silence on Gaza genocide

Amidst the growing public backlash against Israel and the international communitys cognisance of the unjustifiable brutality unleashed on Gaza, I

Bhagyaraj Enjoyed a Cult Following Among Telugu Audiences

Bhagyaraj passed away in Chennai on Saturday following a heart attack.

Shocking Family Tragedy in Morena: Man Kills Wife and Two Children Before Committing Suicide

Morena, June 27: A tragic incident unfolded in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday, leaving the community in shock. A man allegedly mur

Unqualified practitioners found administering steroids, painkillers at three clinics in Hyderabad

The Council appealed to citizens to report suspected quacks through its WhatsApp helpline at 9154382727

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt survives with 1-1 draw against Iran, advances past group stage for the first time

There was late drama after VAR ruled an Iran goal in the 93rd minute for offside as Egypt moved on to the knockouts, while Iran will have to wait

White Sox score 10 in third, thump Royals by 21 runs

The Chicago White Sox unleashed a historic 10-run third inning, powered by three-run homers from Miguel Vargas and Jacob Gonzalez, en route to a

China Intensifies Efforts to Acquire U.S. AI Technology, Warns Senators

Washington, June 27: U.S. senators have issued a warning that China is ramping up its efforts to acquire American artificial intelligence technol

Patna court extends stay on Khan Sir's arrest till June 30 in coaching institute firing case

A Patna court has extended educator Faisal Khan, known as Khan Sir, protection from arrest until June 30 in connection with a firing incident at

TN CM Vijay To Hold Dept-wise Review From July 2 To Chart Growth Plan

The extensive month-long consultation with the heads of the departments would help focus on the first budget to be presented by CM Vijay.

Making Telugu film is Bhagyarajs dream

Southern Railway Records Highest Passenger Occupancy on Special Trains

The Southern Railway here said that it had operated 2,513 trips of 229 special train services, carrying 32.98 lakh passengers and earning Rs 243.

SpaceX, Charter Discussed Mobile Phone Partnership in US

A deal, if finalized, would help SpaceX along its desired path toward becoming more of a direct-to-consumer mobile phone provider.

Mumbai local train murder accused confesses to stabbing; remanded till June 29

According to his statement, Lohar asked him to close the train door because rainwater was entering the compartment. The two got into an argument,

Neeraj Kumar Welcomes SIT Action in Ram Temple Donation Theft Case

Patna, June 27: Neeraj Kumar, a member of the Bihar Legislative Council from the Janata Dal (United), has expressed his support for the Special I

Foreign-made pistols among 32 weapons missing from Haryana police armoury; ASI suspended, probe launched

A shocking lapse has occurred at a Faridabad police station where 32 licensed weapons, including high-value foreign firearms, have vanished from

Dominant India thrash Pakistan 7-1 in FIH Pro League

India's men's hockey team delivered a stunning performance, defeating Pakistan 7-1 in the FIH Pro League. After trailing early, India surged back

Asked About Her Relationship Status, Rhea Says She Is Single: 'It's Trauma'

Rhea also reflected on the difficult period that followed Sushant Singh Rajput's death

Idupu Kayitham Title Sparks Andhra-Telangana Social Media Row?

They termed the remarks an example of linguistic chauvinism and an insult to Telangana's native culture and vocabulary, arguing that regional dia

Actors, Leaders Condole Death of Director K. Bhagyaraj

Tributes pour in as actors, filmmakers and leaders remember the legendary storytellers lasting legacy

Jyothi Yarraji storms back from injury with Asian Games qualification, says 'I'm ready to fight for my crown'

India's top 100m hurdler Jyothi Yarraji made a triumphant return after a year-long injury layoff, clocking 12.99 seconds to secure gold and quali

Sabarimala gold loss: SIT grills prime accused for over eight hours ahead of final report

Sabarimala temple's alleged gold loss investigation nears completion as the prime accused, Unnikrishnan Potty, was interrogated for over eight ho

Assam includes tea landholding in farmers registry portal

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says the facility will be a game-changer for lakhs of small tea growers in the State

Book Review | Officers in Keralas Service

This book talks about the role of public policy and administration in Kerala while suggesting changes and the agency that civil servants had to t

The many faces of actor-auteur Bhagyaraj

Terrific with his anecdotes, Bhagyaraj still offers a glimpse into the way the Tamil film industry functioned in the 1970s, 80s, and 90s

Great loss to Indian cinema: Condolences pour in for actor-director Bhagyaraj

His unique storytelling, creative brilliance and immense contribution to Tamil cinema have earned him a special place in the hearts of audiences,

What is the Ram Temple embezzlement case | Explainer

The FIR alleges a coordinated theft operation involving these temple personnel and cash-counting staff systematically pilfered cash from donation

TN Govt To Provide Nutritious Food For Sri Lankan Tamils In Mandapam Camp

The Tamil Nadu government has proposed to provide nutritious food to Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in Mandapam Camp in Ramanathapuram district, who a

Thousands Displaced in Haiti Due to Violence, Essential Services Disrupted: UN

Port-au-Prince, June 27: United Nations humanitarian officials have reported that escalating armed clashes between rival factions in Haiti have f

FIFA World Cup 2026: Trossard, De Bruyne score as Belgium defeat New Zealand 5-1 to advance

Leandro Trossard scored brace as Belgium overcame a slow start at the World Cup to advance to the knockout round with a victory over New Zealand

Book Review | Book Maps Shift in Outlook on Educating Daughters

The book foregrounds the idea that rather than creating separate educational structures, meaningful change related to educating girls in India wo

Telangana gears up for Pulse Polio drive on June 28, targeting 40.97 lakh children

The Minister said the vaccination drive should cover every child through fixed booths, mobile teams and door-to-door survey

Sharmistha Mukherjee Reflects on Pranab Mukherjees Views on Modis Unique Mandate

New Delhi, June 27: Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee and a former Congress leader, recently asserted in an art

Sonia slams Modi govt's 'stony silence' on Gaza 'genocide', says it can't be explained rationally or morally

Sonia Gandhi strongly criticised the Modi government's silence on the Gaza genocide, deeming it morally reprehensible and detrimental to India's

Over 150 Nihangs camping at Paonta Sahib gurdwara, say won't leave until arrested members released

Over 150 Nihangs are camped in Himachal Pradesh, refusing to return to Punjab until four sect members arrested in Uttarakhand are freed. A recent

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies

A significant leadership change is imminent in Britain as Andy Burnham prepares to succeed Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham, recognized for h

Sonia Gandhi targets Centre over Gaza; BJP says Congress plays 'vote bank' politics

The BJP has accused the Congress of vote bank politics after Sonia Gandhi criticized the government's stance on the Gaza conflict. Gandhi alleged

Explained | Uttarakhand Nihang Sikh Controversy

What began as a parking dispute involving a group of Nihang Sikhs, within days, turned into one of the states biggest law-and-order challenges du

First Day First Show | Supergirl review, Gulshan Devaiah interview

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

Why We Fall for Fareb? Urdu Poetry on Deception, Trust and Hope

This episode explores fareb- deception, betrayal and self-made illusions through Ghalib, Momin and Fana Nizami.

Tragic Collision in Karnataka Claims Four Lives

Bengaluru, June 27: A tragic accident in Karnatakas Koppal district resulted in the deaths of four individuals and left several others injured. T

Bhagyaraj death LIVE: Veteran filmmaker dies at hospital after cardiopulmonary arrest

He began his film career as an assistant director to veteran Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja on the 1977 film 16 Vayathinile.

Best quote of the day by Epictetus: Men are disturbed not by things, but by the views which they take of them. A life lesson on controlling your thoughts

Ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus taught that our suffering stems not from events themselves, but from our interpretations. He emphasized that

Book Review | Professor Expounds on the Gift of Gaffes

The 150 pages, half of which are comic illustrations by Gwen Grafft depicting the author in sticky situations, take you on a self-deprecatory tou

FIFA WC: Last-Minute Drama Breaks Iran's Heart, Egypt Enter Round Of 32

Egypt vs Iran Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Shoja Khalilzadeh's last-minute goal was ruled offside as Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against

Sunhil Sippys vanishing Mumbai | EASTWARD at Galerie Mirchandani + Steinruecke

The photographers first solo exhibition, EASTWARD: Explorations Along Mumbais Eastern Seaboard, distils years of walking the seafront, recording

Assam police arrest 2 ULFA(I) members, avert terror strike

The duo was arrested in Tinsukia districts Jagun on the border with Arunachal Pradesh

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles to attend golden jubilee of country's National Day

Together, we will work to advance the progress of our peoples and promote security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region, says PM Modi

Indian Embassy Sends Bodies of 12 Victims from Ras Laffan Accident Back to India

New Delhi, June 27: The Indian Embassy in Doha announced on Friday that the bodies of all 12 Indian nationals who lost their lives in the industr

K. Bhagyaraj Death Reason: Tamil cinema's 'Screenplay King' passes away at 73; fans and stars express shock

Tamil cinema mourns the loss of K. Bhagyaraj, the acclaimed Screenplay King, who passed away at 73 after a cardiac arrest. Renowned for his simpl

India makes satellite-based approaches using GAGAN for safer flights a reality

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles after 11 years: What's on agenda during three day visit?

Veteran Tamil Filmmaker, Writer K. Bhagyaraj Dies at 73

The Tamil film industry is mourning the loss of one of its most celebrated creative voices.

South Korea ex-first lady handed 7 years in jobs-for-gifts case

Kim Keon Hee was found guilty of accepting high-value precious metals in exchange for favours in personnel appointments, according to the livestr

Venezuela earthquakes kill nearly 1,000, tens of thousands missing

The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela rose Friday to 920, with tens of thousands reported missing as international rescue teams boost

Donald Trump may visit India early next year, hope to finalise trade deal soon, says Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed plans for President Donald Trump's visit to India early next year, highlighting strengthening India-US

Violence Erupts During Muharram Procession in Chatra, Resulting in Murder

Chatra, June 27: A tragic incident occurred in Chatra district, Jharkhand, where an old rivalry led to the murder of a young man during a Muharra

Donald Trump to visit India 'early next year', says US secretary of state Marco Rubio

2 Rice Mill Workers Die in Kodad Hit-and-Run Accident

The victims were identified as Rajesh and Shiva, who were natives of Bihar and working in a local rice mill

U.S. seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says

The U.S. Justice Department said the domains were identified with the assistance of soccer governing body FIFA and others, including NBC Universa

Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected in Six Districts of Tamil Nadu

Chennai, June 27: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in six districts of Tamil Nadu

4 Mantralayam Pilgrims Killed, Several Injured in Truck-Van Collision

The victims, all residents of Kabbar village in Rattihalli taluk of Haveri district, were on a pilgrimage to Mantralayam in Kurnool district of A

DU UG Admissions 2026: CSAS Phase 1 registration begins; Direct link, eligibility, how to apply & complete admission process

DU UG Admissions 2026: Delhi University has launched the first phase of undergraduate admissions for 2026-27 via the CSAS portal. Aspiring studen

FIFA World Cup 2026: Senegal routs 10-man Iraq 5-0 to keep knockout hopes alive

Senegal thrashed 10-man Iraq 5-0 in a crucial World Cup qualifier, significantly boosting their hopes of advancing. Pape Gueye netted twice after

Winning FIFA World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams

FFIA World Cup 2026: Coaches at the football tournament are shifting strategies, prioritizing player rest and injury prevention over group stage

Allegations of Corruption Surround Agra-Lucknow Expressway, Claims Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar

Lucknow, June 27: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government and leader of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party, has made serio

U.S. President takes to social media to thank India for Donald Trump Avenue in Hyderabad

The plan to name Donald Trump Avenue was spelt out ahead of the two-day Telangana Rising Global Summit held in a newly carved out plan of Future

Spain vs Uruguay: Who is Alex Baena? Midfielder's goal sends Spain into World Cup knockout stage

Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 to finish top of Group H and qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage, with Alex Baena scoring the decisive goal.

Why textured wall panels are replacing paint in Indian homes

From fluted WPC and 3D designs to moisture-resistant decorative panels, homeowners are embracing textured wall trends for stylish, durable interi

Lionel Messi won't start Argentina's group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in

Argentina's football icon Lionel Messi will start on the bench for their final group match against Jordan, coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed. Messi,

OpenAI's New AI Was So Powerful, It Had To Brief The US Government Before Release

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.6 Sol, its most advanced AI model to date, offering stronger reasoning, coding, and cybersecurity capabilities.

Actor Sonu Mishra on Exiting Kala Hiran Film Amid Salman Khan's Legal Battle

Sethi further submitted that promotional material connected with the film had already been released and argued that the respondents could not con

Two South Korean Ships Navigate Hormuz Strait After Months of Delay

Seoul, June 27: Following a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, maritime traffic through the Hormuz Strait has resumed. After bei

Lone Voice Of Silence: Sonia Gandhi's Gaza Op-Ed Draws BJP Criticism

The BJP accused the Rajya Sabha MP of trying to misinform the people and mixing up foreign policy with vote bank.

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles; to attend golden jubilee of country's National Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a three-day visit to Seychelles to attend its National Day golden jubilee celebrations. He will hold bil

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman: 'To get down to the quick of it, respect motivates me - not...' - Wolverine star's timeless lesson on the power of respect

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman: Hugh Jackman's enduring appeal stems from more than just his Hollywood fame. The actor, celebrated for his vers

Why Does 35 Degree Celsius In Britain Feel Hotter Than 45 Degree Celsius In India?

In countries like India, people, buildings and daily routines have evolved around recurring periods of extreme heat. Britain, on the other hand,

Delhi-NCR weather today: IMD signals monsoon's arrival in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram & Ghaziabad; Full advisory, orange alerts & state-wise forecast inside

Weather today: Delhi-NCR anticipates light rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds on Saturday, June 27, offering a brief respite from humid condit

Siddharth Nigam Visits Bhimashankar Temple with Family

Mumbai, June 27: Television actor Siddharth Nigam visited the famous Bhimashankar Temple in Maharashtra, where he performed prayers and shared pi

Box Office: Welcome To The Jungle Opens At Rs 15 Crore, Beats Bhooth Bangla

The film has managed a stronger opening than Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla, which released three months ago and had collected Rs 12.25 crore on it

Siddharth Nigam Visits Bhimashankar Temple with Family, Shares Spiritual Experience

Mumbai, June 27: Television actor Siddharth Nigam recently visited the famous Bhimashankar Temple in Maharashtra, where he participated in prayer

Exclusive: In Africa, A City Waits For The Massacre Everyone Sees Coming

In Sudan, Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militants are closing in on the strategic city of El Obeid. Experts and rights groups have warned of a genoc