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Tigmanshu Dhulia says he is working on 'Mughal-e-Azam' director K Asif's Biopic
Mumbai, April 2: Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia has shared details about the biopics he is currently working on.
UAE welcomes agreement between Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan
Abu Dhabi, April 2: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the agreement reached between the Republic of Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and the Republic of Uzbekistan to establish a tri-national border connection point, as well as the signing of the Khujand Declaration of Eternal Friendship between the three countries.
FC Barcelona and Real Madrid legends set for epic 'Legends Faceoff' in Mumbai on April 6
Mumbai, April 2: The entire squads for the highly anticipated 'Legends Faceoff' fixture between FC Barcelona Legends and Real Madrid Legends are announced, as per The Sports Front press release.
UPI transactions grow 42 pc, mobile payments reach 88.5 bn in 2nd half of 2024
New Delhi, April 2: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions soared by 42 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the second half of 2024, totalling a remarkable 93.23 billion transactions, a new report said on Wednesday.
Handling situation, handling pressure...: Gujarat Titans' Prasidh Krishna on conversations with head coach Ashish Nehra'
New Delhi April 2: Gujarat Titans fast bowler Prasidh Krishna has said he is learning from the experience of team's head coach Ashish Nehra and they have conversations on decisions to be made on the field, handling pressure and preparation for the games.
Bangkok set for 6th BIMSTEC Summit as preparations intensify
Bangkok, April 2: The 25th Meeting of Senior Officials of BIMSTEC took place in Bangkok, marking a key step in preparations for the upcoming 6th BIMSTEC Summit. India's Secretary (East) P Kumaran participated in the discussions, which focused on cooperation across various sectors and finalising the agenda for the BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers' Meeting on April 3, followed by the main Summit on April 4.
PM Modi's Thailand visit to strengthen bilateral ties, regional cooperation: Ambassador Nagesh Singh
By Ayushi Agarwal, Bangkok, April 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Thailand marks a significant diplomatic engagement. It is the first official bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 12 years.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini meets Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 medalists
New Delhi April 2: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday met Asian Wrestling Championship gold medal winner Manisha Bhanwala, silver medal winner Reetika Hooda, bronze medal winner Muskan Nandal, and coach Mandeep. Olympic medalist and Bhartiya Janta Party leader Yogeshwar Dutt was also present.
Great to come back home and play...: GT's Prasidh Krishna ahead of RCB clash at Bengaluru
Bengaluru, April 1: Ahead of his side's match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans (GT) pacer Prasidh Krishna expressed happiness of coming back to play at his home stadium in domestic cricket and how he initially felt anxiety as he made his return to the league after being away for two seasons due to injuries.
IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans' Prasidh Krishna excited about visiting home town for RCB clash
Bengaluru, April 1: Returning to Indian Premier League (IPL) action after a gap of two years, former India pacer Prasidh Krishna has played a key role in Gujarat Titans' 36-run win over Mumbai Indians in their previous match and is excited about Wednesday's clash with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
I am a little worried: Jaffer on Indian Test team ahead of England tour
Kolkata, April 1: Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer said on Tuesday that he is "a little worried" about Team India following a disastrous Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia away from home and hoped that they will "get their act together" ahead of their England tour which will kickstart their ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle.
Wasim Jaffer hails tireless Ashwani Kumar following memorable IPL debut for MI
Kolkata, April 1: Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer, who is also the coach for Punjab in domestic cricket, revealed how Ashwani Kumar, the pacer who made debut for Mumbai Indians (MI) with a four-wicket haul on Monday against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), left him impressed with his work ethic and skill-set.
Religious fundamentalists issue new orders after PM Hasina's ouster, critics accuse Yunus of not pushing back hard enough: Report
Dhaka, April 1: After the ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, religious fundamentalists in one town announced that young women could not play soccer anymore. In another town, they forced the police to release a man who had harassed a woman for not covering her hair in public and then draped him in garlands of flowers, The New York Times said.
India-Thailand ties heading for a boost with PM Modi's visit
New Delhi, April 1: India and Thailand's warm bilateral relations are heading for an upgrade with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southeast Asian nation.
Nia Sharma aces Southeast Asian delicacy in first attempt
Mumbai, April 1: Television actress Nia Sharma channeled her inner chef as she tried her hands at making mango sticky rice, a Southeast Asian traditional dessert.
Rafah residents flee after Israel warns to evacuate
Tel Aviv, April 1: Palestinians began fleeing Rafah on Monday after the Israel Defense Forces called on residents of the southern Gaza town to evacuate.
Affordable healthcare: Kashi residents hail Jan Aushadhi scheme for low-cost medicines
Varanasi, March 31: The Narendra Modi-led central government has been running several welfare schemes focused on the common people, and the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is one of them, benefiting the residents of Kashi as well. Under this scheme, medicines are provided at cheaper rates at Jan Aushadhi Kendras.
China-Bangladesh relations: A new path or new worry? (IANS Analysis)
New Delhi, March 31: Chief advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus was recently on a four-day official visit to China, the first bilateral engagement since assuming power. The Press Secretary of the Chief advisor termed this “the most important visit” by a Bangladesh leader over last five decades, denoting the significance of this visit for Dhaka. Post Sheikh Hasina Bangladesh is noted for its strikingly different approach when it comes to neighbourhood relations. Its engagements with China, however, have been akin to the previous (fallen) government.
Fahadh Faasil, Vadivelu's travel thriller 'Mareesan' to release in July
Chennai, March 31: Director Sudeesh Shankar’s eagerly awaited action drama, ‘Mareesan’, featuring Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu in the lead, will release in July this year, its makers announced on Monday.
Matter of pride for Bihar to host Asia Cup in historic city of Rajgir: Nitish Kumar
New Delhi, March 31: Rajgir, the historic city in Bihar, is all set to host the Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has lauded the move.
Myanmar declares week-long national mourning over deadly earthquake
Mandalay, March 31: Myanmar's State Administration Council's Chairman, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, on Monday announced a week-long mourning period following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the country on March 28.
Rajgir to host Men's Asia Cup 2025 as Hockey India signs MoU with Bihar State Sports Authority
New Delhi, March 31: Rajgir, the historic city in Bihar, will host the Men's Asia Cup 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday.
Rajgir to host Asia Cup 2025 as Hockey India signs MoU with Bihar State Sports Authority
New Delhi, March 31: Rajgir, the historic city in Bihar, is all set to host the Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday.
Maintained defensive position: JK Police on search operations in Udhampur-Reasi
Udhampur, March 31: As the search operation in the Udhampur-Reasi region is ongoing, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Rayees Mohammad Bhat reaffirmed the security forces' commitment, stating that the operations would continue in a defensive posture.
Asim Riaz, Rajat Dalal, Rubina Dilaik & Abhishek Malhan to lead the ultimate fitness 'Battleground'
Mumbai, March 31: Amazon MX Player's latest offering, 'Battleground' has managed to create a massive buzz with its latest promo.
Shammi Silva re-elected as Sri Lanka Cricket chief for fourth consecutive term
New Delhi, March 31: Shammi Silva has been re-elected as president of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for a fourth consecutive term. SLC added that Silva was elected uncontested for the third time during its ongoing 64th Annual General Meeting in Colombo and the same was confirmed by the Election Committee, led by retired Justice Malani Gunaratne.
6th BIMSTEC Summit to convene in Bangkok on April 4, focusing on trade, security, regional cooperation
Dhaka, March 31: The 6th Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is set to take place on April 4 in Bangkok, Thailand, under the theme "Prosperous, Resilient, and Open BIMSTEC," a release from the BIMSTEC Secretariat stated.
India wrestlers wrap up Asian Wrestling Championship in style
Amman, March 31: The 2025 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship concluded with an impressive performance by the Indian Free Style wrestling team.
Weather department predicts rain in TN for next few days
Chennai, March 31: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecasted heavy rainfall across several districts of Tamil Nadu in the coming days, with isolated showers expected to continue until April 5.
Indian stock markets closed for Eid; other Asian markets face heavy selling pressure
Mumbai, March 31: The Indian stock markets remained closed on Monday in observance of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, while other major Asian markets faced heavy selling pressure.
Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 1,700 as rescuers scramble to find survivors
Naypyidaw, March 31: Rescue efforts are underway in Myanmar after a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the country, killing at least 1,700 people and leaving widespread destruction in its wake. The quake, which was felt as far away as Bangkok and Chinese provinces, has left many more injured or trapped under rubble, CNN reported.
India wrap Senior Asian Wrestling Championship campaign with 10 medals in Amman
Amman, March 30: The 2025 Senior Asian Wrestling Championship concluded with an impressive performance by the Indian Free Style wrestling team. On the final day of the championship, competitions in the remaining five weight categories of Free Style wrestling were held, where Indian wrestlers showcased their strength and resilience.
WTT Star Contender Chennai: Teen prodigies Oh Jun-sung, Miwa Harimoto shine
Chennai, March 30: Eighteen-year-old Oh Jun-sung defeated French youngster Thibault Poret in a seven-game Men's Singles thriller to win his maiden World Table Tennis (WTT) Star Contender title at WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025 on Sunday. In Women's Singles, 16-year-old Miwa Harimoto, an Olympic medallist in Paris 2024, defeated her compatriot Honoka Hashimoto 4-2 to win her first crown at this level.
Indian classical music recital in China's Shanghai draws crowds
Shanghai, March 30: A classical music recital in Shanghai featuring Grammy-winning flautist Rakesh Chaurasia and sitarist Purbayan Chatterjee drew in a "full house audience," which the Indian Embassy said was the "largest ever" for an Indian cultural recital that China's most populous city has seen.
FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup: India's impressive run concludes in quarterfinals following loss to NZ
Singapore, March 30: The Indian men's team's impressive run at the FIBA 3X3 Asia Cup 2025 concluded with a loss to New Zealand in the quarterfinals by 21-11 at Singapore on Sunday.
Sharjah Ruler receives Eid Al Fitr well-wishers
Sharjah, March 30: Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received well-wishers on Sunday morning at Al Badi' Palace on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.
Inhe joote maarne chahiye: Basit Ali's jaw-dropping remark on professors who backed Babar Azam as opener
Islamabad, March 30: Former cricketer and coach Basit Ali launched a scathing tirade after Pakistan's shambolic defeat against an inexperienced New Zealand side in the first ODI in Napier.
Athletics: Gulveer Singh betters his 10,000m national record in California meet
San Juan Capistrano (USA), March 30 (IANs) India's long-distance runner Gulveer Singh bettered his own men's 10,000m national record, clocking 27:00.22s at The Ten 2025 athletics meet.
'Basic Instinct' actor Denis Arndt passes away at 86
Washington, March 30: Tony Award-nominated veteran actor Denis Arndt passed away at the age of 86.
Uttar Pradesh: Chaitra Navratri begins with rituals at Temples
Varanasi, March 30: Chaitra Navratri celebrations commenced across Uttar Pradesh with devotees offering prayers at major temples. Special rituals were performed at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ashtabhuji Mata Mandir, and Alop Shankari Devi Shakti Peeth Mandir.