India

'Payment issues, accommodate her availability': Netflix couldn't afford Alia Bhatt due for 'The Great Indian Kapil Show': Reports

According to a report by TimesNow, the streaming platform hosting the show faced financial constraints, leading to Alia's absence. The report suggests that the platform "could not afford Alia," indicating a possible payment dispute.

Apr 6, 2024

WhatsApp bans record over 76 lakh accounts in India

Meta-owned WhatsApp on Monday said it banned more than 76 lakh accounts in India in February, in compliance with the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

Apr 2, 2024

Congress, DMK colluded to cede Katchatheevu Island from India to SL: TN BJP chief Annamalai

Tamil Nadu BJP President, K. Annamalai, has charged that the Congress and DMK colluded to cede the Katchatheevu Island to Sri Lanka.

Mar 31, 2024

29th Round: India, China hold crucial meet to resolve issues along LAC

The 29th meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs was held in Beijing to discuss and resolve the remaining issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Mar 28, 2024

India's bio-economy grew 13-fold in the last decade: Jitendra Singh

India's bio-economy has grown 13-fold in the last decade -- from $10 billion in 2014 to over $130 billion in 2024, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Jitendra Singh, said on Wednesday.

Mar 7, 2024

Govt targets Rs 50,000 cr defence exports by 2028-29: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the Modi government has prioritised the defence sector and along with the promotion of indigenous manufacturing was aiming at an export target of Rs 50,000 crore for military hardware by 2028-29.

Mar 7, 2024

India relaxes ban on rice exports to Africa in outreach to Global South

The government has, as part of India's outreach to the Global South, allowed the exports of 1,10,000 tonnes of rice to three African countries to help them meet their food security needs.

Mar 4, 2024

'Country has no locus standi to comment on our internal matters': India on Pakistan raising Kashmir issue at UN council

Responding to Pakistan's allegations about Jammu and Kashmir at the UN Human Rights Council, India, exercising its right to reply, said that Islamabad has no locus standi to comment on our internal matters.

Feb 29, 2024

Deepika Padukone at BAFTA Film Awards 2024

Deepika Padukone makes India proud at BAFTA Awards; shines in ethnic Sabyasachi saree [Watch]

Oppenheimer wins big: Best Film, Best Director for Christopher Nolan, Best Actor for Cillian Murphy, and Best Supporting Actor for Robert Downey Jr. [ See full list of winners]

Feb 19, 2024

India successfully puts into orbit its 3rd Gen Meteorological satellite - INSAT-3DS

India successfully put into orbit its third generation meteorological/weather satellite INSAT-3DS on Saturday evening in a copybook style. The 2,274 kg INSAT-3DS was carried by Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket code-named as GSLV-F14.

Feb 18, 2024

Anushka Sharma- Virat Kohli to welcome second baby in London in few days; hints Harsh Goenka [details]

Jay Shah on Virat's absence from the Test series said, "If somebody is asking for a personal leave in 15 years then it is his right to ask for it. Virat is not that kind of a player that he would ask for a leave without any reason. We must back and trust our players. We will talk about Virat later."

Feb 17, 2024

Agricultural sector remains bedrock of nation's economy: Economy Review

The India Economy Review prepared by the Ministry of Finance said that the agricultural sector -- which is estimated to constitute 18 per cent of India's GVA in FY24 -- is the bedrock of nation's economy.

Jan 30, 2024

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan issues apology for assaulting disciple

'Served holy water instead of alcohol': PAK singer Rahat Fateh Ali khan hits his disciple with slippers; issues clarification

A Twitter user named Ghulam Abbas Shah shared the clip on X, and wrote, "Famous singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan beating his servant for bottle of Alcohol.."

Jan 28, 2024

Shoaib Malik Had A 3-Year Affair With Sana Javed?

Shocking! Shoaib Malik CHEATED on Sania Mirza, involved with Sana for 3 years [Details]

A podcast on the news channel Samaa TV claimed that Malik and Sana had been having an affair and intimate relations since last three years despite being married. The podcast added that Sana had been divorced merely for three months from her former husband Umair Jaswal when she tied the knot with Malik.

Jan 27, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan with National Flag [left], Sania Mirza [Right]

Sania Mirza to SRK: Celebs pose with tricolour and extend patriotic wishes as India celebrates Republic Day

From Bollywood celebrities to Indian citizens and even cross-border politics extended warm wishes for India's 75th Republic Day.

Jan 26, 2024

Fact Check: Did Ayushmann Khurrana sing Dil Dil Pakistan at concert post his Ram Mandir visit?

Contrary to the claims, the video that has gone viral shows Ayushmann singing 'Dil Dil Pak Jaan Jaan Pakistan' at an event is being shared in a misleading context. However, it dates back to 2017 and shows Khurrana performing at a concert in Dubai.

Jan 26, 2024

Shoaib Malik marries Pakistan actor Sana Javed amid rumours of separation with Sania Mirza

Days after ex-wife Sania Mirza's post on DIVORCE; PAK cricketer Shoaib Malik ties the knot with 'Buddy' Sana Javed [pics]

On Wednesday, Sania Mirza shared a cryptic post, that read, 'Marriage is hard. Divorce is hard. Choose your hard. Obesity is hard. Being fit is hard. Choose your hard. Being in debt is hard. Being financially disciplined is hard. Choose your hard. Communication is hard. Not communicating is hard. Choose your hard. Life will never be easy. It will always be hard. But we can choose our hard. Pick wisely."

Jan 20, 2024

Jai Hind: Hrithik-Deepika's Fighter trailer revolves around Pulwama attack; evokes 'Patriotism'

The film has Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor in the lead roles, along with Karan Singh Grover, Akshay Oberoi and Talat Aziz. The film, which revolves around IAF officers, will hit the theatres on January 25, 2024

Jan 15, 2024

Ranveer Singh accidentally posts a photo of Maldives while promoting Lakshadweep Tourism

Oops! Ranveer Singh accidentally posts photo of Maldives while promoting Lakshadweep Tourism [reactions]

The tussle between India and the Maldives began after three Maldivian ministers made derogatory posts on PM Modi's recent trip to Lakshadweep, where he pitched the island as a domestic tourist destination.

Jan 8, 2024

Usefulness of online information in healthcare sector

In a nation as vast and diverse as India, where equitable access to medical facilities remains an ongoing challenge, online information related to medical professionals and institutions has proven invaluable for patients who are often forced to make decisions in a hurry, particularly when they face urgent In a nation as vast and diverse as India, where equitable access to medical facilities remains an ongoing challenge, online information related to medical professionals and institutions has proven invaluable for patients who are often forced to make decisions in a hurry, particularly when they face urgent healthcare needs. Th