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“But you, Lobo Lobo, you, how can you possibly scale up mountains and hang from helicopters?”... [Read More]
18 May,2025 08:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha“Dude, did you write it also? Your Hindi is atrocious (eye roll and twinkle).”... [Read More]
04 May,2025 07:27 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da CunhaSomehow along the way our megaphone, our microphone became a machine gun. Mercenaries with no mercy... [Read More]
27 April,2025 07:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da Cunha“See men, Boss, let me be total clear and simple, as long as anyone is fit and fine, wotever be de age, he can play to whenever he feels—as long as he is delivering.”... [Read More]
20 April,2025 07:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da CunhaWhere we once walked, we now navigate, with extreme caution... [Read More]
13 April,2025 07:28 AM IST | Mumbai | Rahul da CunhaMitchell Marsh achieved a significant milestone by scoring his maiden century in the IPL during the high-profile clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Thursday (Photos: IPL/BCCI)... [Read More]
22 May,2025 10:51 PM ISTMitchell Marsh showcased his explosive batting prowess with a spectacular maiden IPL century, while Nicholas Pooran provided the perfect finishing touch with a blistering half-century, propelling Lucknow Super Giants to a formidable 235 for two against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday (Photos: IPL/BCCI)... [Read More]
22 May,2025 09:57 PM ISTA high-level all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde arrived in Abu Dhabi today and held meetings with UAE leadership on the significance of Operation Sindoor and reaffirmed India`s firm stance against cross-border terrorism. Pics/X... [Read More]
22 May,2025 11:01 PM ISTUnion Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called for a comprehensive approach to clean the Yamuna river, ensure clean drinking water for Delhi residents and upgrade the city’s sewage system. He was speaking during a meeting with Union Ministers Manohar Lal Khattar and CR Paatil, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and other senior officials on Thursday (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
22 May,2025 09:13 PM ISTDark clouds hovered over Mumbai as the city continued to receive light to moderate rainfall on Thursday evening. Pics/Kirti Surve Parade... [Read More]
22 May,2025 08:33 PM ISTDuring a visit to Lithuania on Thursday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasised that “the security of our Baltic allies is our own,” as he inaugurated a German brigade aimed at strengthening the alliance’s eastern flank amid growing concerns over Russia (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
22 May,2025 08:17 PM ISTMumbai continued to witness pre-monsoon rains on Thursday evening as the IMD issued a `yellow alert` for Mumbai. Pics/Atul Kamble... [Read More]
22 May,2025 07:27 PM ISTHailstorm, along with heavy rain and winds reaching 79 kmph, struck Delhi-NCR late Wednesday evening, leading to uprooting of trees, waterlogging, and traffic congestion across several areas, following a hot and humid day in the city. Pics/PTI... [Read More]
22 May,2025 05:29 PM ISTThe Praja Foundation’s latest report on the status of civic issues in Mumbai reveals alarming gaps in water access, sanitation, waste management, and growing urban inequality. As Mumbai continues to expand, tackling these civic challenges is essential for creating a more inclusive and sustainable city. From rampant water wastage to inadequate sanitation facilities, the report highlights the urgent need for systemic reforms.... [Read More]
22 May,2025 07:12 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajasthan for the first time after the successful completion of Operation Sindoor. During his trip, he offered prayers at the famous Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok, located in the Bikaner district. After the temple visit, PM Modi launched 103 newly redeveloped Amrit Stations spread across 86 districts in 18 different States and Union Territories. He then addressed a large public rally in Bikaner, where his powerful speech about Operation Sindoor received loud applause and strong support from the crowd. Watch video.... [Read More]
22 May,2025 03:39 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi, after the successful completion of Operation Sindoor, has arrived in Rajasthan, marking his first visit to the state post-operation. During his visit, he offered prayers at the revered Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok, Bikaner district. The Karni Mata Temple is a prominent religious site, globally known for its unique tradition of thousands of freely roaming rats, affectionately called `Kaba`. These sacred rats are believed to be the reincarnated descendants of Karni Mata, symbolizing a rare blend of faith, tradition, and devotion. Following his temple visit, PM Modi inaugurated 103 redeveloped Amrit Stations across 86 districts in 18 States and Union Territories. Developed at a cost of over Rs 1,100 crore, these stations are part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Over 1,300 stations are being modernized under this initiative, designed to reflect local architectural styles while significantly enhancing passenger amenities.... [Read More]
22 May,2025 01:16 PM ISTIn a major encounter in the Abujhmad forest area of Narayanpur, security forces killed 27 Naxalites, including Nambala Keshava Rao, also known as Basavaraju, who was the general secretary of the CPI (Maoist). According to IG Bastar P Sundarraj, weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the site. Basavaraju had been involved in Naxalite activities for 40 to 45 years and was connected to more than 200 such incidents. Watch video.... [Read More]
22 May,2025 12:20 PM ISTDay 9 of the 78th Cannes Film Festival sparkled with Indian star power and global glamour. Homebound stars Janhvi Kapoor, Karan Johar, and Ishaan Khatter received a 9-minute standing ovation. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned in a white and gold saree by Manish Malhotra. International stars, Michelle Rodriguez brought edgy charm, Naomi Campbell turned heads, Taraji P. Henson lit up the carpet, and models Cara Delevingne and Barbara Palvin impressed with style choices.... [Read More]
22 May,2025 11:38 AM ISTAt least five people, including three children, were killed in a suicide bombing that targeted an army-run school bus in Pakistan’s Balochistan province on Wednesday, May 21. The attack happened in Khuzdar district. Officials say around 40 students were on board when the blast occurred, and several were injured. Pakistan’s military and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the attack, blaming what they called “Indian terror proxies”, though they did not provide any evidence. Balochistan’s Chief Minister, Sarfraz Bugti, also spoke out, saying the attackers had gone too far by targeting innocent schoolchildren. India, in response, firmly denied any involvement. It called the accusations “baseless” and offered condolences for the victims. India also accused Pakistan of trying to shift attention away from its problems by blaming India for its internal security failures. This tragic incident has once again increased tensions between the two neighbouring countries. Watch video. ... [Read More]
22 May,2025 10:42 AM ISTWith the monsoon around the corner, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a firm directive to complete all ongoing cement concrete road works by May 31 to ensure that roads are safe and traffic-ready in Mumbai. The India Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rainfall across various states. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region continues to be on yellow alert until May 24. This region is set to experience thunderstorms followed by lightning, moderate rainfall and gusty winds at a speed of 40 to 50 km/hr in isolated regions.... [Read More]
21 May,2025 06:19 PM ISTWeeks after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that took the lives of 26 tourists, the pilgrim numbers at the sacred site of Vaishno Devi is gradually increasing and returning to normal. The shocking terror incident led to reduction of the tourist count in the state of J&K. With the rise in the pilgrims, over 5,000 Palkiwals and Ponywalas have resumed their vital services at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. ... [Read More]
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