Sir Vivian Richards’ currency note in Antigua and other honours for iconic sportspersons... [Read More]
25 June,2024 07:48 PM IST | Antigua | Dr. Nilesh MehtaThis small island nation has produced many cricketing talents whose names are etched in the annals of the sport`s history... [Read More]
22 June,2024 11:00 AM IST | Bridgetown | Dr. Nilesh MehtaNew York-born Sandhu is challenged by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a genetic condition leading to progressive muscle weakness caused by mutations in the DMD gene... [Read More]
13 June,2024 07:40 AM IST | New York | Dr. Nilesh MehtaThe upcoming clash between India and USA promises to be electrifying. Both sides are eager to uphold their winning streaks and secure a spot in the Super Eight... [Read More]
12 June,2024 08:24 AM IST | New York | Dr. Nilesh MehtaAkshay Lodha revealed that his uncle, Dhananjay Lodha, now 63, once travelled from Pune to Mumbai in 1984 just to see Gavaskar bat. With his characteristic humour, Gavaskar quipped, “Was I out for a duck?”... [Read More]
05 June,2024 07:12 AM IST | New York | Dr. Nilesh MehtaWith the 19th season of the IPL season underway, here are all the exciting food and drink offers to indulge in the city... [Read More]
10 April,2026 08:37 PM ISTThane Municipal Corporation (TMC) in Maharashtra on Friday began its monsoon preparations and kicked off a massive drain cleaning drive in city. Pics/TMC... [Read More]
10 April,2026 08:31 PM ISTHeavy waterlogging was reported at SV Road near Lucky Junction in Mumbai`s Bandra west on Friday after a water pipeline burst, leading to traffic disruption in the area. Pics/Atul Kamble... [Read More]
10 April,2026 08:17 PM ISTWith just hours left before splashdown, the Artemis II crew aboard the Orion spacecraft has shared stunning visuals of the Moon and deep space. PICS/NASA ... [Read More]
10 April,2026 05:07 PM ISTThe Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled the Ravi Shastri Stand at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, honouring the former India coach’s contribution. Gates were also named after Diana Edulji, Eknath Solkar and Dilip Sardesai for their impact on Mumbai and Indian cricket. (Pics/Ashish Raje)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:59 PM ISTMumbai’s popular landmarks, Marine Drive and Gateway of India, saw sparse crowds as the city on Thursday continued experience scorching afternoon heat. Pics/Ashish Raje... [Read More]
09 April,2026 06:34 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced six guarantees for Bengal if the BJP wins the Assembly polls and sought the ouster of the "`nirmam`" (cruel) TMC government, accusing it of "setting new parameters of development debacle and pulling the state back". (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 05:32 PM ISTAmid rising temperatures, residents of Mumbai’s Khar Danda Koliwada are reeling under a severe water crisis that has disrupted daily life and raised concerns over basic civic infrastructure. What was earlier an intermittent issue has now become a persistent problem for locals (Pics/Aditi Pawar and by special arrangement)... [Read More]
09 April,2026 12:09 PM ISTRussia’s Vladimir Putin has announced a 32-hour Easter ceasefire in the Ukraine war, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signalling support for the temporary pause. The truce is expected to begin Saturday evening and last until Sunday midnight during Orthodox Easter. The ceasefire comes even as intense fighting continues across the front lines. Ukraine claims Russian forces lost more than 1,100 troops in just 24 hours, while Moscow says it captured two villages in eastern Ukraine. Both sides previously accused each other of violating a similar Easter truce last year, raising doubts about whether this pause will hold.... [Read More]
10 April,2026 09:07 PM ISTAn early morning fire broke out at the iconic Rio Olympic Velodrome, sending flames racing across the arena’s fabric roof and triggering a massive emergency response. Fire crews rushed to the scene at approximately 4:17 AM, deploying over 80 firefighters and multiple vehicles to contain the blaze before it could spread further. The fire, which originated within the roof structure, was swiftly brought under control by the Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. WATCH... [Read More]
09 April,2026 06:25 PM ISTDonald Trump has blasted NATO yet again, accusing the alliance of failing to support the United States during the Iran conflict. In a series of fiery posts, Trump warned that allies who did not back Washington could face consequences, raising fears of a potential US exit from NATO. The White House has also discussed plans to punish “unhelpful” NATO members by moving American troops out of their countries. Around 84,000 US troops are currently stationed across Europe, and any redeployment could dramatically reshape the alliance’s security structure.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:20 PM ISTTensions in the West Asia have reached a critical point after a series of deadly strikes rocked areas near Tehran, leaving at least 13 people dead and several others injured. A residential building was reportedly hit directly, while a separate explosion near Eslamshahr flattened another structure under mysterious circumstances. What makes the situation even more alarming is the lack of clarity around who carried out the attacks. With no official claim of responsibility, speculation is mounting over whether this marks a new phase in the ongoing regional conflict. Disturbingly, early reports suggest that children may be among the casualties, raising serious humanitarian concerns. WATCH... [Read More]
06 April,2026 02:50 PM ISTA high-stakes US military rescue mission to recover a missing F-15 crew member has unfolded alongside a wave of deadly strikes inside Iran, dramatically escalating tensions across the West Asia. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has confirmed the deaths of five fighters in Ardabil following overnight attacks, reportedly linked to US and Israeli operations. The strikes coincided with an intense American rescue effort involving dozens of aircraft, an operation that officials are calling one of the most complex in recent times. Meanwhile, the conflict spilled beyond Iran’s borders. A suspected Iranian drone strike targeted a major energy facility in Bahrain, igniting a storage tank fire at Bapco Energies. Authorities later confirmed the situation was brought under control with no reported injuries, but the message was clear, the confrontation is widening.... [Read More]
05 April,2026 07:45 PM ISTIran has drawn a firm red line, warning of devastating retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, just as US President Donald Trump signals possible strikes on bridges, power plants and critical assets. In an escalation, Iranian-linked strikes have reportedly hit a Kuwaiti refinery, triggering fires and raising alarm across the Gulf. Tehran has also flagged US- and Israel-linked energy and economic hubs as potential targets, hinting at a much wider conflict footprint. IRGC-linked voices, including Ebrahim Zolfaghari, have warned that any attack on Iran’s infrastructure will be met with far more destructive retaliation across allied territories in the region. WATCH... [Read More]
03 April,2026 07:15 PM ISTIran has rejected a Pakistan-led effort to host ceasefire talks with the United States, refusing to send officials to Islamabad and calling Washington’s demands unacceptable. The proposed 48-hour truce reportedly linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz has now hit a diplomatic wall, with Tehran insisting on US withdrawal from regional bases and compensation for damages. As mediation stalls, Turkey and Egypt are exploring alternative venues, while Qatar and Istanbul emerge as possible locations to revive negotiations. Meanwhile, claims that Iran sought a ceasefire have been denied by Tehran, further deepening the standoff. With both sides hardening positions, diplomatic momentum is fading and the risk of a prolonged confrontation is growing.... [Read More]
04 April,2026 03:36 PM ISTDonald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs of up to 100 per cent on patented pharmaceutical imports, aiming to push global drugmakers to move manufacturing to the United States. Companies that shift production and reduce prices can avoid the tariffs, while those that partially comply may face 20 percent duties. Firms that refuse both conditions could be hit with tariffs as high as 100 percent. Generic medicines are currently exempt from the policy, offering temporary relief for India, which dominates global generic drug exports. However, officials have warned the exemption may be reviewed if production is not relocated to the United States.... [Read More]
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