KOLKATA: (Mar 2) Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will roll out different legs of the BJP’s ‘Poriborton Yatra’ in West Bengal on Monday afternoon, as the party intensifies its campaign ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. Shah is scheduled to flag off the rath yatra from Raidighi in South 24… Continue reading Shah, Rajnath to roll out different legs of BJP’s ‘Poriborton Yatra’ in Bengal on Monday
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PM Modi speaks to Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, discusses West Asia situation
NEW DELHI: (Mar 2) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke to his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, to discuss the West Asia situation and conveyed India’s concerns. During his telephonic conversation with Netanyahu, Modi emphasised the safety of civilians as a priority. “Had a telephone call with PM Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional… Continue reading PM Modi speaks to Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, discusses West Asia situation
Cricket is like that, I”m not always going to get to that landmark: Bennett on missed ton
CHENNAI: (Feb 27) He fell three runs short of a T20 World Cup hundred but Zimbabwe opener Brian Bennett said that while it would have been nice to reach the milestone, he is grateful for his unbeaten knock which was the lone spark in his team’s chase against India. Bennett’s 97 not out (59 balls;… Continue reading Cricket is like that, I”m not always going to get to that landmark: Bennett on missed ton
Singapore’s Thakral to manufacture drone components in India
SINGAPORE: (Feb 27) Singapore-listed Thakral Corporation Ltd said it will be commencing in-house manufacturing of components for drones in May, citing market growth potential of USD11 billion by 2030 from USD 500 million in 2024. “To scale up in the enterprise drone space and meet growing demand for industrial and commercial drones, the Group plans… Continue reading Singapore’s Thakral to manufacture drone components in India
Japan a key development partner of Meghalaya: CM Conrad K Sangma
SHILLONG: (Feb 27) Highlighting Japan’s role as a key development partner of Meghalaya, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the bilateral relationship extends beyond infrastructure to youth empowerment, agriculture and sustainable livelihoods. Addressing the inaugural session of the sixth India-Japan Intellectual Conclave ‘Kizuna’ here on Thursday evening, Sangma said the India-Japan ties are anchored in… Continue reading Japan a key development partner of Meghalaya: CM Conrad K Sangma
Mira Kapoor’s birthday post for Shahid Kapoor includes mushy pics, fans call them “adorable couple”
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 26 : The love of her life, Shahid Kapoor, just turned a year older, and Mira Kapoor made sure the day was filled with smiles. The ‘Jab We Met’ actor celebrated his 45th birthday on Wednesday, February 25, and the sweetest wish came from his wife, entrepreneur Mira Kapoor. Mira took… Continue reading Mira Kapoor’s birthday post for Shahid Kapoor includes mushy pics, fans call them “adorable couple”
Rupee likely to trade in Rs 90.40-91.20/USD range next week on sustained equity inflows: UBI Report
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 26 : The Indian rupee is expected to trade in the range of Rs 90.40-91.20 per US dollar throughout the next week, supported by sustained equity inflows and improving structural factors, according to a report by Union Bank of India. The report highlighted that range from a technical standpoint and added… Continue reading Rupee likely to trade in Rs 90.40-91.20/USD range next week on sustained equity inflows: UBI Report
Canadian PM Mark Carney’s first official visit to India aims to strengthen bilateral ties, explore new partnerships
New Delhi [India], February 26 : Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India from February 27 to March 2, 2026, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is Carney’s first official visit to India, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and explore new partnerships, according to a press release issued by the Ministry… Continue reading Canadian PM Mark Carney’s first official visit to India aims to strengthen bilateral ties, explore new partnerships
India eye improved batting show to stay afloat in women’s ODI series against Australia
HOBART: (Feb 26) Outplayed in the series-opener, reigning world champions India would aim for an improved batting effort in the second women’s ODI against Australia to keep the three-match rubber alive here on Friday. Having won the T20 series 2-1, a below-par India started the ODI contests on a disappointing note, losing by six wickets… Continue reading India eye improved batting show to stay afloat in women’s ODI series against Australia
Salim Khan’s health is improving, says Aamir Khan
MUMBAI: (Feb 26) Superstar Aamir Khan has said he has been touch with the family of veteran screenwriter Salim Khan and they told him that his health is improving. Aamir, a close friend of Salim Khan’s superstar son Salman Khan, said he recently went to visit the 90-year-old writer at Lilavati Hospital here but could… Continue reading Salim Khan’s health is improving, says Aamir Khan