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Chhattisgarh: 15 Maoists surrender in Dantewada
Bhopal, March 29: Fifteen Maoists surrendered on Saturday before security forces in the Naxal-affected district of Dantewada in Chhattisgarh, pledging to join the mainstream of society.
India's M&E sector crosses Rs 2.5 tn in 2024, advertising revenues surge by 8.1%: FICCI-EY Report
Mumbai, March 27: The Indian Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector has achieved a significant milestone in 2024, reaching a total value of RS 2.5 trillion (USD 29.4 billion), as per the latest FICCI-EY report.
PM Modi condoles death of eminent Gandhian Krishna Bharati
New Delhi, March 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, expressed grief over the passing away of Krishna Bharati, a Gandhian and daughter of noted freedom fighter late Pasala Krishna Murthy.
Over 20,000 missing person cases registered in Odisha since June 2024: CM Majhi
Bhubaneswar, March 17: As many as 20,060 cases regarding missing persons have been registered at different police stations in Odisha during the last nine months.
I've said everything I had to say with a character: Harry Lawtey on exit from drama series 'Industry'
Washington DC, March 17: Actor Harry Lawtey opened up about his decision to depart from his breakthrough drama series 'Industry', saying that it was a thematic choice as it was a practical one due to scheduling issues, as reported by Deadline.
TJ Miller joins cast of Indie techno-thriller film 'A.I. Heart U'
Washington, March 13: Actor and comedian TJ Miller is now starring in Jason Cook's techno-thriller A.I. Heart You. The stand-up comedian and Silicon Valley star joins an ensemble that includes Zach Gilford, Heather Morris, Kayla Compton and Jonathan Kite.
Nana Patekar on Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025: Music has the power to unite
Mumbai, March 10: Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025 was hosted by the prestigious Acharya Jialal Vasant Sangeet Niketan. The annual festival honoured the legacy of its visionary founder, Acharya Jialal Vasant Ji.
Troop disengagement issue resolved, India discussing putting ties on stable, positive course with China: EAM Jaishankar
London, March 6: Having resolved the urgent issues of troop disengagement along the border, India is discussing with China steps to put the relationship on a more predictable and positive course, according to External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar.
Brown fat may promote healthful longevity: Study
New York, March 4: A team of US researchers has made discoveries about brown fat that may open a new path to helping people stay physically fit as they age.
Muslim Council of Elders launches prominent programmes during Ramadan
Abu Dhabi, March 1: During the Holy Month of Ramadan, the social media accounts of the Muslim Council of Elders will showcase five Ramadan-themed programmes: "Al-Imam Al-Tayeb," "One Ummah," "Human Values with the Elders," "Month of Harmonious Coexistence," and "Our Ethics."
Four Himachal villages to rein in buildout plans near UNESCO site
Shimla, Feb 28: For the first time, to regulate unprecedented tourism development in the countryside, four gram panchayats that fall in the biodiversity-rich Tirthan Valley, adjacent to the UNESCO site Great Himalayan National Park in Kullu district, have evolved and adopted a vision document under the Himachal Panchayati Raj Act.
Surfing Federation of India unveils a robust 2025 national calendar
Chennai, Feb 24: Following a historic year that saw Indian surfers clinch the first set of quotas for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games in Japan, the Surfing Federation of India (SFI) is doubling down on efforts to provide maximum ocean time for the country’s top surfers. With exposure trips in the pipeline, the governing body has also announced an extensive national event calendar to ensure optimal preparation ahead of the sport’s debut at the prestigious continental games.
Robin Van Persie joins boyhood club Feyenoord as head coach till 2027
Rotterham, Feb 23: Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has been appointed as the new head coach of Feyenoord, his native club. The 41-year-old has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 2027.
MahaOpen ATP Challenger: Indians make progress in doubles, while Vacherot, Svrcina enter last eight
Pune, Feb 19: Indian pairs progressed to the doubles quarterfinals, while eighth seeded Alexis Galrneau of Canada, unseeded players Valentin Vacherot of Monaco and Czech Republic's Dalibor Svrcina progressed to the singles quarterfinals at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men’s Tennis Championship at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium.
Karan, Ramkumar go down at MahaOpen ATP Challenger 100 Men's Championship
Pune, February 17: Wildcard entrant 21-year-old Karan Singh went down in the opening round of the main draw, while Ramkumar Ramanathan fell short in the final qualifying round of the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Men's Tennis Championship organized by Maharashtra State Lawn tennis Association (MSLTA) in association with the Department of Sports and Youth Services Govt of Maharashtra, PCMC, PMC and PMDTA at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium.
JioHotstar: JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar merge to redefine streaming experience
Mumbai, February 14: JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, two of India's leading platforms, have merged into JioHotstar.
Disney+ Hotstar, JioCinema join hands, announces new platform JioHotstar
Mumbai, Feb 14: Streaming platforms JioStar, the recently formed JV with the merger of Viacom18 and Star India, on Friday morning formerly announced the launch of JioHotstar, bringing together the streaming platforms JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.
OpenAI questions Musk-led USD 97.4 billion takeover bid, citing contradictions
Washington DC, February 13: OpenAI's board of directors has raised concerns over a USD 97.4 billion takeover bid led by Elon Musk and others, questioning the rationale behind the proposal, as reported by The New York Times on Wednesday.
Don't think he is a happy person...: Sam Altman takes dig at Elon Musk over OpenAI bid
Washington DC, February 12: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday took a jab at Elon Musk, who reportedly offered to buy the artificial intelligence startup's assets for USD 97.4 billion, accusing the Tesla CEO of acting from a "position of insecurity."
Bengaluru remains top choice for MNCs' expansion as global giants strengthen presence
Bengaluru, February 11: Bengaluru, India's Silicon Valley, continues to solidify its reputation as the preferred destination for multinational corporations (MNCs) expanding their footprint in the country.
Say HELLO!: Vikrant Massey shares first pic of son Vardaan on his first birthday
Mumbai, February 10: Actor Vikrant Massey and his wife, Sheetal Thakur, have shared the first glimpse of their son, Vardaan, as they celebrated his first birthday. The couple, who have mostly kept their child away from the public eye, finally introduced him to the world with adorable pictures from the birthday bash.
Ladakh hot springs to be thrown open as battlefield tourism destination from June 15
Jammu, Feb 10: Ladakh hot springs located in Galwan Valley area close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China are being thrown open for visitors as part of battlefield tourism from June 15.
Meta likely to lay off thousands of employees, says leaked memo
New Delhi, Feb 9: Tech giant Meta is expected to lay off around 3,000 employees, which is about 5 per cent of its total workforce, as per a leaked internal memo, reports said on Sunday.
Belgium's new government sworn in
Brussels, Feb 3: Belgium's new government was sworn in on Monday, ending months of a political deadlock over forming a stable coalition government.
Manushi Chhillar shares special dish her mom cooks for her
Mumbai, Jan 23: Actress Manushi Chhillar recently revealed her all-time favourite dish, which is lovingly prepared by her mom.
Tamil Thalaivas part ways with chief coach Udayakumar, strategy coach Dharmaraj Cheralathan
Chennai, January 21: Tamil Thalaivas have announced the release of their chief coach, Udayakumar, and strategy coach, Dharmaraj Cheralathan post the eleventh season of the Pro Kabaddi League that concluded in the final days of the last year, a release from the league said.
Fulfilled a commitment made by our leaders, US Envoy Eric Garcetti after inaugurating Bengaluru Consulate
Bengaluru, January 17: US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti on Friday attended the inauguration ceremony of US Consulate office in Bengaluru.
US tech industry embraces Trump 2.0 with parties and celebrations
Washington, January 16: The Crypto Ball, an event organised by the crypto industry to celebrate the return of President-elect Donald Trump next week, is reportedly one of the most sought after of the spate of such parties and dinners taking place around inauguration next week.
PKL: Tamil Thalaivas part ways with coaches Udayakumar, Dharmaraj Cheralathan
Chennai, Jan 16: Tamil Thalaivas have parted ways with chief coach Udayakumar and strategy coach Dharmaraj Cheralathan after the conclusion of the eleventh season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).
Athiya Shetty radiates pregnancy glow in pics shared by KL Rahul from their Aussie getaway
Mumbai, January 13: KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty, who are expecting their first child, have left fans gushing as the two shared unseen pictures from their recent trip to Australia.
States and UTs unite at Chintan Shivir to strengthen welfare and development initiatives for women and children: Union Minister Annpurna Devi
New Delhi, January 12: The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, successfully organized a Chintan Shivir from January 10-12 in Rajasthan's Udaipur.
Swiss international Vargas joins La Liga outfit Sevilla
Madrid, Jan 10: La Liga side Sevilla has completed the signing of Switzerland's international winger Ruben Vargas from Bundesliga side Augsburg.