Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor’s new venture, Jan Suraaj, making its debut in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, on Thursday released its first list of 51 candidates.Notably, Kishor, the party’s main face, was absent from the list. Here’s the list – Earlier, he had confirmed that he would contest the polls and said the candidate list,…
The government has moved a step closer to boosting India’s self-reliance in rare earth magnets, with a key panel approving a Rs 7,300 crore scheme to support local manufacturing. These magnets are essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines and a range of consumer electronics.The expenditure finance committee (EFC), which functions under the finance ministry, cleared…
Ravichandran Ashwin (Image credit: BCCI) Former Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has addressed speculation about his retirement, clarifying that his decision to step away from cricket during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia was entirely personal and not forced by anyone. He also subsequently retired from the Indian Premier League in August this year.Ashwin made these…
Punjabi singer-actor Rajvir Jawanda was put to rest today at his native village, Paon, Ludhiana. The 35-year-old artist, who lost his life due to multiple organ failure following the tragic mishap, was cremated today, and his son performed the last rites. Rajvir Jawanda’s funeral Rajvir Jawanda, who met with a bike accident on September 27…
NEW DELHI: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav blew the election bugle for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, promising a government job for at least one member in every household if voted to power.“The NDA could not provide jobs to the youth in 20 years. We will ensure…
In August, the Donald Trump administration announced 50% tariffs on US imports of Indian products. (AI image) India is set to ramp up imports of Russian crude in the coming months at a time when the US has imposed 25% additional tariffs on it for Russian oil trade. Indian refiners plan to increase Russian oil…
Suryakumar Yadav, Gautam Gambhir and Sanju Samson (X) After India’s thrilling Asia Cup 2025 triumph, Suryakumar Yadav spoke about teammate Sanju Samson in a candid interview with journalist Vimal Kumar. Surya revealed how many felt Sanju’s place in the playing XI might be under threat with the arrival of Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma. “Everyone…
Rajat Bedi, known for films like ‘Koi… Mil Gaya’ and ‘International Khiladi’, made a smashing comeback in Aryan Khan’s directorial debut ‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’. But interestingly, the actor was all set to return to the big screen four years ago with Salman Khan’s ‘Radhe’. However, things took an unexpected turn when Salman Khan himself…
Donald Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump on Thursday once again claimed credit for mediating peace between India and Pakistan, saying, “Within 24 hours I had a peace deal,” referring to the heightened military tensions in May during Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory strike following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people in South…
China has sought assurances from India that heavy rare earth magnets they supply will be utilised exclusively for domestic requirements. (AI image) China will export rare earth magnets to India only if it assures that they will be used for domestic needs and will not find their way to the US. Indian companies have already…
