Hsieh, who also uses the English name of Akon, added, “I saw 43-year-old Bopanna win the men’s doubles title at this year’s Australian Open and also rise to the World No. 1 spot in doubles. I realised that I was 10 years younger than him and should be able to fight again ... [Read More]
19 May,2024 07:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalYou may have excelled in soaking in everything about the sporting year of 2023. Now’s the time to go one step ahead and answer these questions on sports events and personalities which will make the Olympic year of 2024 special... [Read More]
31 December,2023 07:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalFancy cracking this quiz without peeping at the answer box? A good score will mean you are ready for the sporting year... [Read More]
02 January,2023 09:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalA fairy-tale romance with an African-American jazz sensation, surviving a murder attempt, an epic escape from the jaws of death at a Japanese labour camp during World War II—all this after being part of India’s inaugural cricket Test match at the Lord’s Cricket Ground in 1932, whose 90th anniversary we celebrate this week... [Read More]
26 June,2022 08:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalRemembering Soli, the Parsi batsman, whose 61 in the first innings of a Brabourne Stadium-hosted Probables v Possibles cricket match 90 years ago, earned him a place in the Indian team for their first-ever Test match held on June 25, 1932, at Lord’s in London... [Read More]
23 January,2022 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Suvam PalSobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya made their relationship public a while back by announcing their engagement. Now, the couple has started their wedding prep. The bride-to-be dropped pictures from her Pasupu danchatam ritual... [Read More]
21 October,2024 01:29 PM ISTMany flyovers in Mumbai, particularly from Dahisar to Bandra, have spaces underneath them that are neglected and misused, often turning into junkyards or unsafe areas. Pics/ Ashish Raje, Nimesh Dave, Satej Shinde, Aditi Haralkar; Reported by: Dipti Singh... [Read More]
21 October,2024 11:34 AM ISTShalini Passi is the latest entrant to the Netflix show Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives. Shalini is a art collector and wife of entrepreneur Sanjay Passi. She lives a life of grandeur in New Delhi. She along with her husband and her son Robin live in a 20,000 sq ft home with 14 rooms in Delhi. The interiors have been designed to reflect her taster and interests as an art collector (Pics/ Ashish Sahi for Architectural Digest)... [Read More]
19 October,2024 10:01 AM ISTIsraeli supporters gather outside the Israeli Consulate in New York City to celebrate the reported killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a pivotal figure behind recent attacks on Israel. (Pics/AFP) ... [Read More]
18 October,2024 04:56 PM ISTDespite the air quality of Mumbai and its suburbs being in the `good` category, a layer of haze envelopes the city every morning. Pics/ Kirti Surve Parade... [Read More]
18 October,2024 09:42 AM ISTPrime Minister Modi announced the recognition of Pali as a classical language, honouring the legacy of Lord Buddha and acknowledging its importance in preserving India`s ancient culture. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]
17 October,2024 02:23 PM ISTMumbai`s iconic structures, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and the BMC headquarters building, were illuminated under the full moon on Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagiri Purnima or Kaumudi Purnima (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE) ... [Read More]
16 October,2024 09:43 PM ISTThree persons were killed after a fire broke out in a 14-storey residential building at the upscale Lokhandwala Complex in Mumbai on Wednesday morning, officials said. (Pics/Anurag Ahire)... [Read More]
16 October,2024 11:34 AM ISTAIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the recent Bahraich encounter, saying it reflects Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath`s `Thok Do` policy. He argued that this approach is against the Constitution and should not replace the rule of law. Owaisi stated that Uttar Pradesh should be governed by legal principles, not violence. He questioned the police`s actions, suggesting they should have arrested the suspects instead of resorting to shooting. He mocked the situation, comparing it to a Netflix movie and suggested that the police could excel in the Olympics for their shooting skills. Owaisi emphasized that if there is evidence against someone, they should be taken to court for justice, rather than being judged and punished without due process. He also expressed concern over growing hatred against a particular community, calling for a more lawful and just approach.... [Read More]
19 October,2024 12:02 PM ISTKashika Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with `Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass`, a film centered around girl education. The actress believes that `content` is missing from projects nowadays and for her, making an impact on the audience is a priority. In a conversation with mid-day.com, Kashika also spoke about saying no to Shashank Khaitan`s `Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari`, starring Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Sanya Malhotra. She also opened up about facing rejection as an outsider in the industry. Watch the full video to learn more. #kashikakapoor ... [Read More]
18 October,2024 07:00 PM ISTPalak Tiwari, Alaya F, Nushrratt Bharuccha, VJ Bani, Parul Gulati, and the Laapataa Ladies` famed Pratibha Ranta were spotted in the city for the exciting launch of the EL&N cafe at Jio World Plaza. Nushrratt Bharuccha dazzled in a cute white mini dress, while Alaya F looked angelic in a floral white dress, creating a lovely light palette. In contrast, Palak Tiwari turned heads in a chic black dress. VJ Bani looked badass in a striking black frock, adding an edgy vibe to the stylish gathering. The event was a fantastic celebration of fashion and fun.... [Read More]
18 October,2024 06:06 PM ISTFollowing the demise of Baba Siddique, Salman Khan’s security has been significantly tightened due to ongoing threats from the Bishnoi Gang but the Bollywood star is set to resume his work. Director Rohit Shetty recently met him on the set of Sikandar to discuss arranging a special shooting day for his cameo in Singham Again. Meanwhile, Ram Gopal Verma is eager to make a biopic on Bishnoi, drawing inspiration from the current situation with Salman Khan and openly expressing his fascination with gangsters.... [Read More]
18 October,2024 03:27 PM ISTThe UP Police achieved a significant breakthrough in the Bahraich violence by arresting five suspects near the Nepal border. Two of the accused, Sarfaraz and Mohammad Talib, were injured in an encounter with police while attempting to escape. This incident has reignited a political debate surrounding the UP government`s controversial ‘encounter policy’. The Congress party criticized the state administration, linking the Bahraich violence to its failures. Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav also condemned the government, suggesting the encounters were a distraction from their inadequacies. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi called for legal consequences for the suspects instead of extrajudicial measures, highlighting the problematic "Thok Denge" stance of the UP CM. Conversely, BJP leaders defended the police`s actions, labeling them as justified responses to criminal activity. The unrest in Bahraich follows the violent death of Ramgopal Mishra during a community clash, raising further concerns about public safety.... [Read More]
18 October,2024 10:30 AM ISTJaya Bachchan and Rani Mukerji met at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal, which is managed by Kajol, Rani, and their families. The cousins welcome the Durga idol annually and host their family and friends at the pandal. Many celebrities visit the pandal each year. Today, on the occasion of Dussehra, several celebs visited the pandal to seek blessings. Bipasha Basu, Sumona Chakravarti, Ishita Dutta, Vatsal Seth, Tanisha Mukerji, Sharvari Wagh, Rhea Chakraborty, Rupali Ganguly, and Vaibhavi Merchant were among the stars snapped at the North Bombay Durga Puja Pandal. Watch the full video to know more. ... [Read More]
12 October,2024 07:07 PM ISTAmid the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war, protestors gathered in Iraq`s capital Baghdad in support of Lebanon and the Palestinians on October 11. Large number of protestors gathered on the streets and chanted pro-Palestinian and pro-resistance slogans. Agitators were seen waving Hezbollah & Palestinian flags, and displayed posters of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders. Conflict between Israel and Hezbollah was started a year ago when Hezbollah opened fire in support of Hamas. Fighting escalated dramatically last month when Israel bombed Lebanon`s capital Beirut and the Bekaa Valley. IDF also sent ground troops into the south of Lebanon and Hezbollah, meanwhile, fired rockets deeper into Israel.... [Read More]
12 October,2024 02:43 PM ISTOn the occasion of Israel marking the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attacks, Television actor Madhura Naik recalled her family`s harrowing encounter with terrorists last year in Israel and termed it as "the darkest day."The actress, who is a Jew of Indian origin said that she lost her first cousin and her brother-in-law in a crossfire in Sderot during the attacks on Israel last year. Speaking at an event in New Delhi organised by the Israeli Embassy, Naik said, "We follow Judaism but along with that we also have adapted to Hindu traditions, thus proving that the Jews were always open to cross-cultures and adapted very well to new environments. My grandmother being the 14th child, 13 of her brothers and sisters moved back to Israel in the 70s. where they flourished back in their homeland along with their fellow Jews. It was more than just a sense of belonging. It was home for them. But unfortunately, on October 7, it was the darkest day for my family. "... [Read More]
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