Pakistan and Taliban-ruled Afghanistan are locked in intense border clashes along the Durand Line. Pakistan claims to have killed over 200 Taliban fighters in self-defense after responding to attacks. Islamabad also warned of a strong response to further provocations, while accusing Kabul of diverting attention from terrorist elements within Afghanistan.
The government has removed over two crore ineligible beneficiaries from the PMGKAY free foodgrain scheme in recent months, while simultaneously adding new eligible individuals. To enhance transparency and accountability, an AI-powered platform, Asha, has been launched for beneficiaries to provide feedback on ration distribution in their preferred language.
Devastating wildfires and blistering heatwaves during the world’s third-hottest August on record underscored the urgency of tackling climate change and preparing for its deadly consequences, the European global warming monitor said Tuesday. “With the world’s (oceans) also remaining unusually warm, these events underline not only the urgency of reducing emissions but also the critical need…
Actor Rajat Bedi recently spoke about Shah Rukh Khan and his son Aryan Khan’s bond. Bedi witnessed their interaction during a pooja for Aryan’s directorial debut. He also recalled visiting Mannat for a trailer preview. Bedi shared fond memories of his past association with Shah Rukh Khan, highlighting their deep conversations. Aryan’s debut series is…
Parwinder Singh, seeking refuge in Canada, claims he’s framed for a friend’s murder in Haryana, a story echoed by 200 others using the same immigration consultant. Despite fraud claims by Canada’s Refugee Appeal Division (RAD), Justice Régimbald noted asylum narratives aren’t creative writing contests and hence Singh’s plea will be reviewed. Singh says he fled…
Adah Sharma defends ‘The Kerala Story’ after it won National Awards for Best Direction and Cinematography, amidst controversy over its alleged propaganda. Sharma asserts it’s her responsibility to share the victims’ stories, having met numerous girls who experienced similar horrors. She dismisses claims of political motivation, emphasizing the film’s focus on the plight of trafficked…
Nigeria is set to host the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus in West Africa, a move aligning with India’s National Education Policy 2020. The IIT Nigeria campus, located at the Federal Government Academy in Suleja, will offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in engineering and technology, with the first students expected in 2026.
Arshad Warsi, acclaimed for roles in ‘Jolly LLB’ and ‘Munna Bhai’, discusses his Bollywood journey, never auditioning, and learning from Jeetendra. He praises Shah Rukh Khan’s reinvention and humility. Upcoming film ‘King’, directed by Siddharth Anand, stars Shah Rukh and Suhana Khan, with a stellar cast.
‘Tried reaching but Jairam Thakur advised me to wait’: Kangana Ranaut on her absence from flood-hit Mandi
The NHL may be shifting into a new “power shift” as its biggest stars weigh their futures. Connor McDavid’s uncertain contract stance, Sidney Crosby’s potential exit from Pittsburgh, and Kirill Kaprizov’s rejection of a record Minnesota offer highlight a growing trend. Rising salary caps and player leverage could reshape where the league’s brightest names spend…
