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Kolkata Police apprehended three youths from Maharashtra, Bihar, and Gujarat at Eden Gardens for operating an illegal betting racket during the India-South Africa Test match. The trio was found using mobile phones and specific apps to facilitate betting operations from the stadium’s ‘F1’ block. Authorities suspect they are part of a larger network and are…

ISRO is set for an intense launch schedule, with seven missions planned before year-end, including India’s first industry-built PSLV. Chandrayaan-4, a complex lunar sample-return mission, is targeted for 2028. India also plans its own space station by 2035 and aims to significantly boost its share in the global space economy, driven by private sector growth.

India’s fourth consecutive home Test defeat to a SENA country, often on turning wickets, raises concerns about technique or pitch suitability. Despite a seemingly ideal pitch, India’s batters struggled with pressure, according to coach Gautam Gambhir, rather than a lack of skill. Strategic decisions, like playing four spinners and Washington Sundar at No. 3, are…

Around 2,000 people protested in Crowborough against plans to house 540 single male asylum seekers at a disused army camp. Concerns over safety, local services, and an “information vacuum” fueled community tension, with some residents installing panic alarms. The Home Office stated security checks and behavioral expectations will be enforced.

Even though he has played several cop roles, Natty makes sure to avoid repetition. “In Maharaja , I played a grey-shaded character who eventually turns out to be a good human being. My role in Right was different from Maharaja . That’s why I agreed to do it. It’ll bore me to keep doing roles…

Paresh Rawal’s ‘The Taj Story’ is a box office success, exceeding expectations with a Rs 19.31 crore collection. The film, exploring historical facts about the Taj Mahal, has already turned a profit on its Rs 7-8 crore budget. Despite controversy, its steady performance and Rawal’s impactful role are drawing audiences, with further projects like ‘Hera…

India has finalized its first one-year structured agreement to import approximately 2.2 million tonnes per annum of LPG from the US Gulf Coast. This historic deal, set for 2026, diversifies India’s energy supply chain and marks a significant step in securing stable and affordable LPG for households, including Ujjwala beneficiaries.

The release of “The Academy of Fine Arts” was halted due to objections from the technicians’ federation, who questioned the exclusion of professional crew members from a film with commercial release plans. Despite being promoted as a student project, the involvement of a producer has led to disputes over its classification and fairness to industry…