The leader of the Taliban, Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, has sparked international outrage and concern after threatening severe punishments for women in Afghanistan, including public floggings and stoning to death for adultery. Akhundzada’s chilling remarks were delivered in a voice message broadcast on state television, where he asserted the Taliban’s authority to enforce strict Islamic laws,…
Chennai: Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) dynamic all-rounder, Andre Russell, has etched his name in the history books of the Indian Premier League (IPL) by completing a remarkable feat of 100 wickets in the tournament. Russell, known for his explosive batting and impactful bowling, achieved this milestone during KKR’s clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at…
Itanagar: In major political development in Arunachal Pradesh, 10 Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates has clinched an unopposed victory in the state assembly elections 2024, including Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein. This unopposed win, out of the total 60 seats in the Arunachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha, reflects the BJP’s strong…
New Delhi: The National Power Training Institute (NPTI) and PTC India Ltd. have formalized a collaborative venture by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster research and development efforts in the energy sector. The agreement aims to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) dedicated to advancing research and development in the energy domain, with a specific focus on promoting sustainable development goals.
Rome: The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) commemorated the successful culmination of the International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023 with a grand closing ceremony held at the FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
New Delhi: In a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Bharat Ratna upon esteemed individuals who have left an indelible mark on the nation’s history and legacy. For the first time, this year five prominent personalities have been conferred with the prestigious Bharat Ratna award posthumously. P. V. Narasimha…
Bhubaneswar: In a surprising turn of events, Ollywood actor-turned-politician Akash Dasnayak has announced his resignation from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), marking another high-profile exit from the regional party. Dasnayak, a prominent face in Odisha’s entertainment industry and a former MLA from Korei, tendered his resignation letter to the BJD supremo, Naveen Patnaik, citing a…
Bhubaneswar: In a major setback for the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), General Secretary Priyadarshi Mishra has announced his departure from the party after a three-decade stint, marking a pivotal moment in Odisha’s political landscape. What’s more, Mishra wasted no time in joining the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) immediately after tendering his resignation from the BJD….
Bengaluru: In a power-packed display of batting prowess, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a comfortable victory against Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) in Match 10 of TATA IPL 2024 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Guided by stellar performances from Venkatesh Iyer and Sunil Narine, KKR chased down RCB’s target of 183 with ease, marking their second…
New Delhi: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized India’s steadfast commitment to democracy and the rule of law, asserting that no individual or group can compromise the nation’s robust judicial system. Speaking at the 70th Founders’ Day celebrations of the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) in New Delhi, Dhankhar reiterated that India’s democracy is unique…
