K’taka BJP chief accuses Cong of shedding ‘crocodile tears’ over Deve Gowda RS nomination issue
Bengaluru, June 9 (IANS) Karnataka BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra has launched a sharp attack on Congress leaders, stating that there was no need for what he termed “crocodile tears” over former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda not being considered…
Hardik gets green signal from BCCI CoE to play in Afghanistan ODIs
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ‘almost declared fit’ by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) to participate in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan starting on Sunday in Dharamsala. Pandya was…
‘Good headache to have’: Mandhana welcomes selection dilemma as fringe players shine in T20 WC warm-up
Cardiff, June 9 (IANS) India’s preparations for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup were reinforced when several squad members capitalised on their chances in a strong warm-up win against the West Indies and stand-in captain Smriti Mandhana…
Jason Momoa: I love anti-heroes
Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Jason Momoa has talked about what makes his character Lobo in Supergirl a dream role. The Hollywood star said he loves someone who can be both good and bad and lives by a code. What makes Lobo the dream role? Momoa said in a…
Western disturbance from June 11 to bring relief as Rajasthan braces for continued heat
Jaipur, June 9 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday forecast a change in weather conditions in Rajasthan with a fresh Western Disturbance expected to become active from June 11, even as Sri Ganganagar district emerged as the…
India defends UN, Afghanistan against Pakistan attacks at UNSC
United Nations, June 9 (IANS) India came to the defence of Afghanistan and the UN from attacks by Pakistan and condemned Islamabad’s “unconscionable” violence against its neighbour. “Pakistan in its statement earlier today questioned the intent of UNAMA…
Zepto’s updated IPO filing reveals ED summons to founders
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) IPO-bound quick commerce platform Zepto has disclosed in its updated draft red herring prospectus (UDRHP) that its founders — Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra — received summons from the Directorate of Enforcement…
Kareena Kapoor calls Sonam Kapoor her ‘veere’ in sweet birthday wish
Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Kareena Kapoor Khan, on Tuesday, took to social media to share a warm birthday message for Sonam Kapoor. Calling her “veere” in an affectionate post, the ‘Jab We Met’ actress expressed her love and fondness for Sonam. Taking to her…
TN gears up for census: 1.40 lakh enumerators to be trained ahead of household survey
Chennai, June 9 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has begun extensive preparations for the nationwide Census exercise, with around 1.40 lakh enumerators set to undergo a month-long training programme from the last week of June ahead of the household enumeration…
Delhi BJP chief pays tribute to Birsa Munda, hails legacy of tribal empowerment, environmental protection
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) On the death anniversary of legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter Birsa Munda, BJP Delhi President Harsh Malhotra on Tuesday paid floral tributes to him along with tribal children and women at Sarai Kale Khan. He described…