India’s Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has defended Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli amid renewed scrutiny over their future, saying India’s focus on replacing experienced players with youngsters simply because they can hit sixes is the wrong approach. The debate resurfaced after Rohit and Kohli endured disappointing returns in…
Congress MP Manickam Tagore NEW DELHI: The defeat of the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha has triggered a political exchange over women’s reservation, with Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Sunday saying he was ready to give up his Virudhunagar seat for a woman candidate if 33 per cent reservation…
Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi (Photo by R Ramesh Shankar) Amid renewed tensions between Iran and the United States following Tehran’s accusation that Washington violated a recent ceasefire understanding by carrying out strikes on Iranian territory, the prospects for de-escalation remain uncertain. The flare-up has reignited concerns over regional security, the future of nuclear negotiations and…
J&K CM Omar Abdullah (File photo) SRINAGAR: AAI on Saturday withdrew its proposed closure of Srinagar airport on Mondays-Tuesdays from July 1-Sept 30 and plans for a full closure from Oct 1-16. The closure was planned for “runway maintenance and other repairs” by IAF, which operates the airfield.J&K CM Omar Abdulah expressed “gratitude to govt…
Abhishek Sharma (IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Opener Abhishek Sharma produced a stunning knock for Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings, smashing the fastest half-century in the franchise’s history. The left-hander reached his fifty in just 15 balls, breaking his own previous record of 16 balls, and setting the tone early…
Valentine Day 2026: Love is getting costlier this Valentine’s season with red roses -the quintessential symbol of romance – selling for as high as Rs 100 per piece in Shimla markets amid strong seasonal demand linked to Valentine’s Day and the ongoing wedding season.During the off-season, red roses typically retail between Rs 20 and Rs…
Scorpios, get ready for a day where your hard work is finally acknowledged! With the stars in your favor, professional interactions will feel like a breeze. However, proceed with caution when making personal decisions. In your relationships, truthfulness will pave the way, and if you’re single, steer clear of trying to control situations. Prosperity has…
At the ‘Kara’ trailer launch, Dhanush addressed trolls with maturity, turning memes into inspiration and emphasizing self-belief. He also discussed title criticism, highlighting how initial doubts on ‘Velaiilla Pattadhari’ and ‘Thiruchitrambalam’ gave way to success. Dhanush also teased a close-to-reality ‘Vadachennai 2’ update and praised co-star Mamitha Baiju. At the trailer launch of ‘Kara,’ Dhanush…
The first look of ‘Mahakali’ with intense visuals and mythological background has created strong curiosity among movie-goers. The ambitious film, backed by RKD Studios, has also caught the attention of several leading names from Indian cinema. Among the latest to react are Prabhas and Rishabh Shetty, who have praised the glimpse while highlighting Akshaye Khanna…
If you happen to be someone who understands how dangerous weapons are designed or handled, the artificial intelligence industry may be looking for you. In a surprising twist, leading technology companies are now recruiting experts in chemical weapons, explosives and radiological threats. The goal is not to build such weapons but to prevent AI tools…
