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Afghanistan embassy in India ceases operations from today onwards; cites lack of support [details]

The Afghanistan Embassy in India has announced that it was ceasing its operations from October 1 onwards, citing lack of support from the Indian government in serving its interests.

Oct 1, 2023

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Leads Global Prayer for Peace in Ukraine at World Culture Festival [Pictures]

Amidst a backdrop of hundreds of flags waving harmoniously, the prevailing sentiment was one of unity. Attendees from 180 nations came together to celebrate global cultures through the arts, including dance, music, and cuisine.

Oct 1, 2023

'Did he undergo nose surgery?': After Anushka, Virat Kohli trolled for going under the knife [then and now photos]

Following his wife's footsteps, fans are convinced that cricketer Virat Kohli get his nose job done. Take a look at his then and now pictures.

Oct 1, 2023

'Bachchanalia': 300 Big B memorabilia to be auctioned ahead of his 81st b'day

Ahead of his 81st birthday (October 11), Bollywood's evergreen emperor Amitabh Bachchan will be honoured with 'Bachchanalia' – an auction of over 300 memorabilia, spanning his 55 years' looming presence and contributions to the film industry.

Sep 30, 2023

Another infiltration attempt foiled on LoC, two terrorists eliminated in Kashmir's Kupwara district [details]

The killed infiltrators believed to be Pakistan nationals, were equipped with sophisticated weaponry.

Sep 30, 2023

Dhangri terror attack: NIA conducts raids in J&K's Poonch district, gets vital clues [details]

Sleuths of NIA conducted raids following startling disclosures made by two OGWs arrested in August this year.

Sep 30, 2023

Client-side encryption in Gmail now available on Android, iOS smartphones

Tech giant Google has expanded its client-side encryption in Gmail to Android and iOS mobile devices globally.

Sep 30, 2023

Last Elusive Suspect in Tupac Shakur's 1996 Drive-By Shooting Charged With Murder in Las Vegas

In Nevada, individuals can be charged with crimes, including murder, if they play a role in facilitating the commission of the crime.

Sep 30, 2023

ML study links reduced sleep and activity to premature birth

Lack of sleep and reduced physical activity during pregnancy may increase the risk of premature birth, according to a study.

Sep 30, 2023

Interest rate for 5-year recurring deposit hiked to 6.7 %, rates for other key schemes kept unchanged

The government has kept interest rates of all key small savings schemes unchanged for the October-December period, except for the five-year recurring deposit, which has been hiked from 6.5 per cent to 6.7 per cent.

Sep 30, 2023

Afghan embassy in India to shut operations amid diplomatic strains; inroads for Taliban?

The embassy formally communicated its decision through an unsigned Note Verbale to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) this week, stating that it would cease operations at the end of September.

Sep 30, 2023

Jalan-Kalrock Consortium confirms Rs 350 crore infusion in Jet Airways; prepared for ownership takeover

The Jalan Kalrock Consortium, which emerged as the successful bidder for the revival of Jet Airways, has made an additional infusion of Rs 100 crore into the airline, in accordance with the resolution plan approved by the court.

Sep 30, 2023

Women's Reservation Bill gets President's assent, becomes law

President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to the Women's Reservation Bill, a week after it was passed by both Houses of Parliament, thus making it a law.

Sep 29, 2023

This is Elon Musk, reporting live from US-Mexico border [Watch]

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has visited the US-Mexico border in order to gain an unbiased insight into the surge in illegal immigration via Eagle Pass.

Sep 29, 2023

Twin explosions rock Pakistan: Over 57 dead on Prophet Muhammad's birthday, no terror group has claimed responsibility so far [details]

Not only has no terror group come forward to claim responsibility for the suicide blasts, but armed group Tehreek-e-Taliban denied being behind them

Sep 29, 2023