India

Yogi Adityanath-led UP govt imposes blanket ban on plastic, thermocol items

The ban on disposable cups, plates, spoons, forks, and glasses was rolled out by the UP government on the occasion of India's 72nd Independence Day.

Aug 15, 2018

Five patriotic Malayalam movies you should watch this Independence Day

IB Times India presents you the list of five patriotic Malayalam movies which you should watch on this Independence Day

Aug 15, 2018

Odisha postman suspended for not delivering 6000 letters in over 10 years

For a decade, the postman had to shoulder the twin responsibilities of running the post office and delivering mail and this according to him was an impossible task.

Aug 15, 2018

Aam Aadmi Party leader, ex-journalist Ashutosh resigns; says reason 'personal'

The former Indian TV journalist cited personal reasons behind his resignation.

Aug 15, 2018

Satyameva Jayate movie review: John Abraham-Manoj Bajpayee starrer a treat for B and C centre audience

Satyameva Jayate movie review live updates: Director Milap Milan Zaveri's Bollywood movie Satyameva Jayate is a vigilante action film starring John Abraham, Manoj Bajpayee and Aisha Sharma.

Aug 15, 2018

Virat Kohli's team should talk less, practice more and listen to advice: Sandeep Patil

Sandeep Patil, the former national chief selector, questioned India's thinking behind going into a five-Test series with negligible preparation with the red ball. The tourists are trialing England 2-0 in an ongoing five-match rubber.

Aug 15, 2018

Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava teaser review: Another conventional faction-based drama on the cards?

Despite the fact that the teaser is made with mass elements of entertainment, Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava is just another action drama, with the same --hero chasing the goons-- formula.

Aug 15, 2018

Maharashtra govt directs FIR against farm owners for pesticide poisoning cases

More than 400 farmers had reported skin infections in 2017 and almost 60 farmers had died in Yavatmal after inhaling fumes of toxic pesticide.

Aug 15, 2018

Independence Day 2018: 15 promises that free India failed to keep

As India enters its 72nd year of Independence from the British Raj, we take a look at the 15 promises that still remain unfulfilled on August 15, 2018.

Aug 15, 2018

Kerala Rains LIVE: Kochi airport suspends operations until August 18, red alert in multiple districts

Overflowing rivers and massive landslides have resulted in the death of about 44 people in the state and about five are said to be missing.

Aug 15, 2018

Gold movie review: Akshay Kumar starrer starrer strikes a chord with audience

Gold movie review live updates: Director Reema Kagti's Hindi movie Gold is a historical sports drama film starring Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy, Kunal Kapoor, Vineet Kumar Singh, Amit Sadh and Sunny Kaushal.

Aug 15, 2018

Gold movie review: Akshay Kumar's film is pure gold on screen

Gold is a good film, but it would've been hailed as great, if we had not seen Lagaan, if we had not seen Chak De! India, and the other sports films that followed, including Dangal and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. It is still a well made film and deserves to be watched for more reasons than just hockey or the love for your country.

Aug 14, 2018

Satyameva Jayate movie review: Here's what critics say about John Abraham's film

Directed by Milap Zaveri, Satyameva Jayate features John Abraham, Manoj Bajpayee, debutant Aisha Sharma and Amruta Khanvilkar. Read critics' reviews.

Aug 14, 2018

Rupee's record plunge boon for Indian expatriates; remittances rise

The remittances to India in the past few months have been on the higher side due to the volatility in the Indian currency market.

Aug 14, 2018

Independence Day 2018: Modi to launch healthcare scheme for poor on September 25

India is celebrating its 72nd Independence Day on Wednesday (August 15). PM Modi has hoisted the national flag and also addressed the nation.

Aug 14, 2018