Heavy rain triggers highway closures, dam discharge and evacuations across Gujarat
Ahmedabad/Surendranagar, July 25 (IANS) Heavy rainfall across several parts of Gujarat on Saturday prompted authorities to close key highways, issue flood warnings for dozens of downstream villages, evacuate vulnerable residents and carry out overnight…
Anahat Singh storms into World Junior Squash final, ends India’s 21-year wait
Nigara-on-the-Lake, July 25 (IANS) India’s Anahat Singh moved within one victory of creating history after becoming the first Indian in 21 years to reach the final of the World Squash Junior Championships, defeating Egypt’s Barb Sameh in four…
Assam flood: PM Modi dials Himanta Sarma, assures full support
Guwahati, July 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over the prevailing flood situation in the state and assured all possible assistance from the Centre for relief, rehabilitation and…
Shabana Azmi says she’ll remain in isolation after contracting H1N1, is receiving on-ground protest updates
Mumbai, July 25 (IANS) Veteran actress and activist Shabana Azmi has said she will remain in isolation for the next five days after contracting H1N1. She added that even as she continues to stay in isolation, she still stands strong with the students and…
No point in discussion if Education Minister doesn’t resign: CJP ahead of 3rd round of talks with govt
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on Saturday said that even though it welcomes the decision of educational reforms and the amendments to The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, established to tackle the…
Adah Sharma: Experienced that once you have a hit, then more people trust you with bigger stuff
Mumbai, July 25 (IANS) Actress Adah Sharma says after she tasted success with the hit film “The Kerala Story,” it helped in opening doors to bigger and more challenging opportunities. Contrary to the belief that actresses often face lack of well-written…
May Bhagwan Vitthal’s blessings bring joy, harmony and prosperity: PM Modi extends Ashadhi Ekadashi greetings
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the nation on the occasion of Ashadhi Ekadashi, describing the festival as a symbol of devotion, compassion and selfless service. He prayed for the blessings of Lord Vitthal to…
World Cup hero Vozinha set for Colo Colo move after agreement reached
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, one of the breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is set to continue his remarkable rise after reaching an agreement to join Chilean giants Colo Colo, club president Anibal Mosa confirmed on…
Nifty, Sensex dip over 2.3 pc on weekly basis over global inflation fears
Mumbai, July 25 (IANS) The Indian equity benchmarks posted strong weekly loss, over global inflation fears and higher crude prices. Nifty lost 2.33 per cent during the week and dipped 0.43 per cent on the last trading day to reach 23,767. At close,…
Bipasha Basu captures daughter Devi’s pretend play as she makes a necklace
Mumbai, July 25 (IANS) Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu shared a glimpse of her daughter Devi’s imaginative playtime, where her little one made a colourful beaded necklace while engaging in pretend play. Bipasha shared a video on Instagram, where…