The entertainment landscape of India took a significant hit with the passing of the celebrated actor Dharmendra at the age of 89. His funeral was a star-studded affair, showcasing heartfelt tributes from an array of industry figures. Additionally, we bade farewell to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, who left us at 81. The entertainment industry was…
NEW DELHI: India has inked a joint venture cooperation agreement with France to domestically produce the ‘Hammer’ smart precision guided air-to-ground weapons, which were used in the cross-border hostilities with Pakistan under Operation Sindoor in May.The JV agreement for the Hammer weapons, which are designed to destroy bunkers and hardened shelters at ranges of around…
Amazon on Monday announced a $50-billion investment to expand artificial intelligence and supercomputing capacity for the US government, positioning itself as a central player in developing customised AI technology for federal missions.In a statement, the company said the initiative will give US agencies access to advanced machine-learning services, AI chips and software-development tools supporting areas…
Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey (Photo by Hockey India) The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey match between India and Belgium was postponed to Tuesday due to adverse weather conditions.The match commenced as scheduled but was halted after three minutes when heavy rain forced the umpires to stop play.Initially rescheduled for 8:45 PM IST, persistent poor…
Veteran actor Dharmendra, 89, has passed away, with tributes pouring in from across the nation. Saif Ali Khan’s son, Ibrahim Ali Khan, shared a poignant message, revealing Dharmendra’s pivotal role in launching his mother, Amrita Singh’s, acting career. Khan emphasized Dharmendra’s kindness in shaping his family’s journey in Bollywood, bidding a heartfelt farewell to the…
IPKF soldiers in Sri Lanka in the ’80s IPKF soldiers in Sri Lanka in the ’80s IPKF soldiers in Sri Lanka in the ’80s NEW DELHI: In a move that will assuage veterans of Indian Peace Keeping Force in Sri Lanka in the late-1980s, the Army chief will pay homage at National War Memorial on…
NEW DELHI: Govt is set to introduce major changes in the Model Concession Agreement (MCA) to de-risk private investments and safeguard lenders’ exposure in highway sector.The revised provisions, to be notified within a fortnight, include revenue support and extension of tolling periods in cases where actual traffic falls below projections, buyback of projects where traffic…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has implemented a key constitutional clause following a Supreme Court directive. This clause prevents officials from simultaneously holding positions in both national and state football organisations. The Supreme Court had instructed AIFF to adopt Article 25.3 (c) and (d) within three weeks of its October 15 order. These articles…
Dharmendra, the legendary actor who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, passed away at the age of 89 on November 24, 2025. While the official statement and reason for the unfortunate demise have not been given by the family members, many fans poured in their heartfelt tributes and condolences on social media. As…
NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), on Monday issued an advisory directing airlines to avoid altitudes and regions affected by volcanic ash from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi eruption, which occurred on Sunday. According to the advisory, airports have also been asked to inspect runways for ash contamination and suspend operations if necessary. Officials…
