CWG 2026: Neeraj says comeback ‘still a work in progress’ after javelin silver
Glasgow, Aug 1 (IANS) India’s Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra admitted he is still some distance away from his peak fitness despite claiming the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026, saying his focus…
Self-enumeration for Census 2027 starts in Bengal today, to continue for 15 days
Kolkata, Aug 1 (IANS) The self-enumeration for Census 2027 will begin in West Bengal from Saturday and will continue for the next 15 days till August 15. Citizens of Bengal would be able to complete the process of self-enumeration simply by logging into…
Aamir Khan’s co-star Rachel Shelley shares unseen BTS pictures from ‘Lagaan’ shoot 25 years ago
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) British actress Rachel Shelley, who essayed the role of Elizabeth Russell in Aamir Khan’s iconic film Lagaan, took a trip down memory lane on Friday. The actress shared unseen behind-the-scenes pictures featuring herself from…
DMK to hold internal polls through ballot after 12 years, to launch major organisational overhaul
Chennai, Aug 1 (IANS) The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has initiated a comprehensive organisational restructuring exercise that will culminate in the conduct of internal party elections through ballot boxes for the first time in 12 years, marking a…
India extends $840K climate risk protection aid to Tanzania
United Nations, Aug 1 (IANS) India is giving Tanzania $840,000 in aid for a programme to provide financial protection against risk from climate change, according to India’s Permanent Mission to the UN. “India fully supports the Tanzanian Government’s…
Trump touts record gains at Camp David
Washington, Aug 1 (IANS) US President Donald Trump used the first live televised Cabinet meeting ever held at Camp David to showcase what he described as major achievements across the economy, border security, healthcare, defence and government…
Chinese firm near US air base draws scrutiny
Washington, Aug 1 (IANS) Republican Senator Bernie Moreno has asked Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to launch a formal national security review of a proposed real estate transaction involving a Chinese solar manufacturer seeking to establish operations…
Salman Khan shares emotional reunion with ‘bada bhai’ Sanjay Dutt, says ‘Allah, Bhagwan, Jesus keep him happy’
Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Salman Khan treated fans to heartwarming pictures of his reunion with his longtime friend Sanjay Dutt. Sharing an emotional note celebrating their bond, Salman expressed his heart out in the wee hours of Saturday.…
Hegseth seeks $1.5 trillion defence budget
Washington, Aug 1 (IANS) US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Trump administration is working with Congress to secure a $1.5 trillion defence budget, arguing that increased military spending, private-sector investment and higher recruitment are…
Trump administration’s fraud drive identifies $230 billion in improper payments: JD Vance
Washington, Aug 1 (IANS) Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration has identified $230 billion in fraudulent government payments and already prevented $56 billion from being disbursed, describing the effort as one of the…