'Sure sign of ... ': On Gadkari's letter to Sitharaman, Cong takes 'dissent' jibe

The Congress critiqued the BJP following Nitin Gadkari's letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, calling it a sign of internal dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gadkari appealed to remove the 18% GST on life and medical insurance premiums, citing concerns raised by the Nagpur Division Life Insurance Corporation Employees Union regarding the taxation of insurance premiums.

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American actor 'shocked' seeing grocery store in Africa

Comedian Tiffany Haddish has been slammed for a viral TikTok video in which she is seen expressing shock that Africa has grocery stores. Now she has defended her viral video and said she was showing it to the world that they were taught wrong things about Africa.

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India at Olympics: Bhaker in contention for another bronze; archers crumble

For a second day running, Manu Bhaker was the star of the India show as she combined with Sarabjot Singh to make the bronze medal match of the 10m air pistol mixed team competition at Chateauroux's shooting range.

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Delhi coaching centre deaths: Owner, co-ordinator sent to 14-day judicial custody

A Delhi court sent two accused Abhishek Gupta and Deshpal Singh to judicial custody after three UPSC aspirants drowned in a flooded basement following heavy rainfall. ​The bodies of two female students and a male student were retrieved from the site during the rescue operation by the NDRF, local police and fire department.

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Indian shooters struggle with food and lodging at Olympics

The Indian shooting contingent at the Paris Olympics is struggling with food and accommodation issues. The Athletes' Villages haven't catered to their culinary preferences, leading some to rely on a local South Asian restaurant or cook their own meals. Pistol coach Jaspal Rana has been cooking traditional dishes like Rajma-Chawal. Despite accommodation disappointments, the shooters remain focused on their goals, with Manu Bhaker advancing to the women's 10m air pistol finals. Their determination to end the medal drought is strong.

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Europe’s 1st lunar rover to fly to Moon by year-end

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SmackDown July 26 Preview: Matches, Segments and more

The latest SmackDown, ahead of SummerSlam 2024, features key matches and significant segments taped in Omaha, Nebraska. Find out how the wrestlers fared as they set their sights on the road to the hottest event of this summer, in an attempt to lay waste to the their competitors in the squared circle.

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Bumrah reflects on early IPL days under Rohit captaincy, says...

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has expressed his admiration for Rohit Sharma's leadership skills. The fast bowler reminisced about his experiences playing under Rohit in the IPL.

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Horoscope Today, July 26, 2024: Read your today's astrological predictions

Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for July 26, 2024. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today.

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DRDO tests ballistic missile defence system

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'Historic moment': Bihar Cricket Association chief lauds budget

Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Rakesh Tiwari praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget announcement on developing sports infrastructure in Bihar. Tiwari expressed gratitude, calling it a historic moment for the state's sports community. He emphasized that new facilities will nurture Bihar's talent, providing athletes with essential resources for training and competition. The Budget 2024 also includes new airports and medical colleges. Tiwari highlighted the importance of modern infrastructure for cricket, aiming to elevate Bihar cricket and develop world-class players.

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Budget 2024: Formula one; focus now on getting jobs done

The effect of 2024's Lok Sabha election results was writ large on the first Budget of Modi 3.0, with employment creation given pride of place and keeping allies happy too very much in focus. The fact that the Budget comes at a time when the govt’s finances are relatively comfortable meant that finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman could afford to address these concerns with targeted schemes while keeping the fiscal deficit under a tight leash relative to recent years.

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600 runs in a day in Tests? England star says...

England vice-captain Ollie Pope is optimistic about the team's potential to score 600 runs in a single Test day. Following a historic performance against the West Indies, where England surpassed 400 runs in both innings, Pope cites previous success, such as scoring 506-4 against Pakistan, as evidence. Under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, England are shifting from building confidence to becoming more ruthless. Pope notes recent team transitions and emerging talents, emphasizing the team's balanced and confident approach.

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'I don’t support democrats but ... ': Kangana Ranaut calls out sexist memes against Kamala Harris

Kangana Ranaut criticized netizens mocking Kamala Harris with sexist memes after Biden withdrew his name and endorsed her. Despite Harris's roles, including California's Attorney General, she faces sexist comments like the 'coconut' meme from a White House speech. Ranaut, who faced similar remarks from Supriya Shrinate in the Lok Sabha elections, criticized Americans.

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US reactions to President Biden's decision not to seek reelection

Biden ends reelection bid. Trump labeled him worst president. Schumer, Newsom, Whitmer praised Biden for reducing drug costs, fixing supply chains. Stefanik called for resignation; Trump Jr. criticized Biden and Harris's liberal stance. Pica highlighted climate efforts. Michigan is crucial for Whitmer’s goals; Harris seen as easier to defeat. Biden will address the nation this week.

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Kamala Harris, trailblazer eying America's last glass ceiling

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Shami dismisses claims of taking a dig at Mishra

India pacer Mohammed Shami has criticized a media organization for publishing inaccurate information about him and Amit Mishra, a former Indian spinner.

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2nd Test: Duckett, Pope, Brook extend England's lead over WI

Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook each scored half centuries to propel England to a commanding position of 248-3, establishing a lead of 207 runs over West Indies on day three of the second Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday.

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Israeli warplanes strike Yemen rebels after deadly drone attack in Tel Aviv

Israeli warplanes struck Hodeida port following a Tel Aviv drone attack. Defense Minister Gallant warned of further actions. Huthi official Abdulsalam condemned the strikes. The Huthi health ministry reported casualties. The UN called for restraint amid food security fears. Mohammed Albasha and al-Bukhaiti warned of humanitarian crises and revenge. Huthis previously attacked Haifa, Eilat.

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Musk congratulates PM Modi on record-breaking 100mn followers on X

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Strategy switch: Agencies now must share narco info

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Find out changes in India's T20I squad for Sri Lanka series

Suryakumar Yadav has been appointed as the captain of the Indian T20 team. The announcement was made on Thursday, confirming the 33-year-old's leadership role for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka.

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2 terrorists killed near LoC in North Kashmir

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'Time to pass the torch': Another key Democrat asks Biden to forego re-election bid

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Antique idols found in Ratna Bhandar of Puri Jagannath temple

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1.6 million children in India didn't get any vaccine in 2023: Unicef

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US elections 2024: Donald Trump picks JD Vance as his running mate

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Pro-Gaza independent PIO MP used to lead ‘Islamist group’

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Missing Jammu man’s body found in Pak's Chenab, kin seek PM help

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EURO Final Live: Spain 0-0 England

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BB OTT 3's first wildcard Adnaan Shaikh: Lovekesh Kataria using Vishal Pandey

Adnaan Shaikh, the latest wild card entry in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, shares his views on the Armaan Malik-Vishal Pandey incident and criticizes Lovekesh Kataria's behavior towards Vishal. Adnaan also discusses his family's advice before entering the house.

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Bill Maher has this prediction for Joe Biden: 'By August 9...'

Political commentator and comedian Bill Maher is certain that Joe Biden is not going to be the Democrat candidate. And he has a very specific prediction that Joe Biden would make the historic decision to opt out of the race by August 9. “The issue with President Biden isn’t if, it’s who,” Maher said during Friday’s airing of “Real Time with Bill Maher.” “Who will replace him? Because he is not going to be the Democrats’ candidate for president in 2024, all due respect.”

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Telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia: The priority now is to ...

Minister Scindia disclosed 70-80% mobile penetration, with 120 crore devices, aims for 100% 4G coverage using indigenous technology. Enhancing postal services, he cited emotional ties from his junior minister term (2007-2009), during which he led post office modernization under Project Arrow during Manmohan Singh's UPA-1. He recently took over telecom industry responsibilities.

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ED arrests Haryana man in J&K paper leak case

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NCW, women’s groups hail order, say it will ensure gender equality

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Watch: Indian-origin UK MP Shivani Raja takes oath on Bhagwat Gita

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Sunita Williams' live address from Space Station. Here's how to watch

​Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams, stuck in the International Space Station, will address live on July 10 at 11 AM ET (IST 8.30 pm) where she would discuss the crew's mission. Sunita and her crew mate Butch Wilmore flew on board the Boeing Starliner on June 5 for a 10-day long stay at the space station. But now their return has been delayed triggering concern over the well-bring of the astronauts.

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Puri Rath Yatra: Lord Balabhadra idol falls on servitors, 9 injured

At least nine servitors of the Jagannath temple were injured on Tuesday when the idol of Lord Balabhadra fell on them during the Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The incident happened as the idol was being moved from the chariot to a temple. Siddharth Shankar Swain, the Puri Collector, stated that five of the nine injured were hospitalised, while the remaining four suffered minor injuries. An official informed news agency PTI about the incident.

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Trump's running mate? Names emerge as search for VP nears last week

Trump's running mate? Former president's VP search comes down to its last week

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Three Columbia deans ousted over ' disturbing anti-Semitic tropes'

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Bigg Boss OTT 3: Tarot card reader Munisha gets eliminated

The latest weekend ka vaar episode of Bigg Boss OTT season 3 was filled with intense moments. From a dramatic elimination to a heated confrontation resulting in a slap, the dynamics among the contestants are changing. Special guests Vicky Kaushal and Amy Virk added excitement with tasks and hampers for the housemates.

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Rambling, gambling Biden insists he is fit to run in painful interview

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Biden's family tensions with White House staff boil over after debate fiasco: Report

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Trump dares Biden for another debate — but there's a twist

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Trump hails ally Farage’s ‘big win’, stays mum on Starmer's landslide

Former US president Donald Trump celebrated the election of fellow populist Nigel Farage to Britain's parliament on Friday, neglecting to mention the new prime minister, Keir Starmer. "Congratulations to Nigel Farage on his big WIN of a Parliament Seat Amid Reform UK Election Success.

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Bus driver assaulted in Kathua after stray cattle hit and killed

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What new documents claim about Trump-Epstein

​New documents which were unreleased so far claim that Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were closer than it was believed. Transcripts show Trump called Epstein many times between 2004 and 2006. The screenshots were sealed in 2008 as part of Alexander Acosta's deal for Jeffrey Epstein and were released on July 1.

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WH pushes back on reports of Biden's withdrawal

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In rare move, Speaker names, reprimands LoP Rahul Gandhi

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Pak slams UN body report calling Imran’s arrest 'politically motivated'

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Watch: Google engineer builds ‘robotic Medusa dress’ with AI-powered snake

Software engineer Christina Ernst created a robotic Medusa dress with 3D-printed snakes using AI for face detection. She shared clips of failed prototypes and designed a moving body for the snakes on the dress.

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Hawk Tuah girl offered $600 to spit in a jar: 'That's just disgusting'

Hawk Tuah girl Hailey Welch, in her first interview after her video went viral, said she does not want to be known as the Hawk Tuah girl. Now she has a team and a management and she thinks it was just a funny act and her parents too thought the same. Going forward, she would not want this to be her image and is planning to do shows and podcasts.

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