NEW DELHI: In a rare incident of direct pushback, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant denied a statement that was shared on social media as attributed to him.The CJI’s statement came as a social media account had falsely attributed to him the following remark, originally made in Hindi: “If a society, even after producing IAS,…
Security personnel stand guard outside a prison where deadly clashes broke out on Sunday, in Negombo, 35 kilometers (22 miles) north of the capital Colombo, Sri Lanka, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo) Clashes broke out inside a prison in the outskirts of Sri Lanka’s capital, killing at least 26 people and injuring more than…
Feroz Khan and Mumtaz shared a close friendship through the years. The actress did her first and only ever bikini scene for his film ‘Apraadh’. They also did films like ‘Aadmii Aur Insaan’, ‘Mela’, ‘Upaasna’ together. In a recent interview, Mumtaz spoke about her bonding with the late actor and also clarified that there was…
Balancing sun exposure for Vitamin D is crucial, especially for those with sensitive skin or living in polluted areas. While sunlight aids Vitamin D production, excessive exposure risks skin damage and cancer. Experts suggest brief, non-burning sun sessions a few times weekly, alongside dietary sources and targeted testing for deficiency. Vitamin D is called the…
Cardi B brought her star power to one of basketball’s biggest stages, delivering a high-energy halftime show that showcased her most iconic hits. The New York native took the court at Madison Square Garden to perform for her hometown team during a crucial playoff matchup. With dancers, choreography and her commanding stage presence, the rapper…
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh government has directed education authorities across the state to ensure that schools do not compel parents to buy books from private publishers or designated vendors in violation of RTE Act. The action followed after the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), acting on a complaint filed by Anubha Shrivastava Sahai, president…
Kuwait now requires residents and tourists to declare cash exceeding KD 3,000 digitally through Sahel / Image: File Travelers heading to or from Kuwait now have one less thing to worry about at the airport. The General Administration of Customs, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communication, has officially integrated a “Currency Declaration” service into…
England’s Jos Buttler (AP photo) Jos Buttler has moved past Rohit Sharma to become the second-highest run-scorer in men’s T20I cricket, adding another major milestone to his decorated international career.The England wicketkeeper-batter reached the landmark during the first T20I against Sri Lanka in Southampton on Tuesday, where the hosts cruised to a 119-run victory and…
‘El Mencho’, left, and Pablo Escobar The template was forged in Medellín by Pablo Escobar: immense wealth, absolute violence, and the charisma of a folk hero. But the modern Mexican cartels haven’t just followed that template—they’ve weaponised it. What began as a handful of regional trafficking routes has evolved into a multi-generational saga of betrayal…
Riyan Parag, left, with Kumar Sangakkara, during a pre-season press conference (PTI Photo) Riyan Parag’s transition into full-time captaincy at Rajasthan Royals is one of the most anticipated subplots ahead of Indian Premier League 2026, especially following the departure of Sanju Samson, arguably the face of the franchise until last season.It is a conversation that…
