- World
Trump administration plans to fire federal workers as shutdown begins
Washington: The White House has stated that federal job layoffs are “imminent” as a consequence of the government shutdown that began on October 1. In a press conference on Wednesday (local time),…
- Andhra Pradesh
CM Naidu thanks PM Modi for four new KVs to Andhra Pradesh
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for four new Kendriya Vidyalayas approved for the state. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime…
- Tollywood News
Delhi HC restrains misuse of Nagarjuna’s voice, face without consent
Mumbai: In the age of Artificial Intelligence, artistes are increasingly safeguarding their commercial interests and their artwork. In a major win for Telugu superstar Nagarjuna, the Delhi High Court has banned the…
- Telangana
Telangana government moves to restore Kaleshwaram barrages
Hyderabad: The government of Telangana has invited Expression of Interest (EOI) for rehabilitation and restoration of designs and drawings of the Medigadda, Annaram and Sundilla barrages of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project.…
- Middle East
UN says US Gaza plan could boost aid deliveries
United Nations: UN relief chief Tom Fletcher recently welcomed US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace proposal for opening new possibilities to deliver large-scale, desperately needed life-saving aid. “We are ready and eager…
- Middle East
Israel appoints David Zini as new Shin Bet chief
Tel Aviv: The Israeli government has approved the appointment of David Zini, a former senior army officer, as the head of the Shin Bet domestic security agency for a period of five…
- Bollywood
Big B draws parallels between films, life and Dussehra
Mumbai: As the festivities of Dussehra approaches, megastar Amitabh Bachchan has reflected on the timeless appeal of Indian cinema, linking it to the larger philosophy of life. “At the end it’s always…
- Hollywood
Selena Gomez ‘bawled her eyes out’ during her wedding ceremony
Los Angeles: Singer-actress Selena Gomez, who has married record producer Benny Blanco over the weekend, was completely overwhelmed with emotion on her big day. A source told Us Weekly: “Everyone there was…
- Technology
UPI transactions see 31 pc growth at 19.63 billion in September
New Delhi: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) saw 31 per cent transaction count growth (year-on-year) at 19.63 billion in the month of September — with 21 per cent growth in transaction amount…
- World
Earthquake of magnitude 6.7 jolts Philippines
Manila: At least 19 people were killed and dozens injured as a 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Cebu province in the central Philippines on Tuesday night, local media reported Wednesday. Authorities updated the death…
- Bollywood
Jaya Bachchan smiles for media in the biggest turnaround
Mumbai: Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan was seen in a different avatar in front of the media on Tuesday. The actress attended the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja in Mumbai on Tuesday, and…
- Bollywood
Paresh Rawal clarifies ‘The Taj Story’ not linked to any religion
Mumbai: Veteran actor Paresh Rawal has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding his upcoming film “The Taj Story.” Amid claims that the film deals with sensitive themes, the actor clarified that the project…
- Bollywood
Mommy-to-be Katrina Kaif glows in her recent picture
Mumbai: Mommy-to-be Katrina Kaif looked radiant with her pregnancy glow clearly visible on her face in a recent picture shared by celebrity Mini Mathur. The actress dressed in a breezy printed outfit…
- Middle East
Trump announces Gaza peace plan, Netanyahu pledges support
Washington: US President Donald Trump formally announced his 20-point peace plan to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The White House released the plan on Monday, September 29, as Trump met the…
- India
India resumes extradition to US after 17 years
New York: India has resumed extraditions to the US after a 17-year hiatus, sending over an Indian citizen wanted in the US on criminal charges, according to officials. Ganesh Shenoy, 54, who…
