J&K CM Omar Abdullah (PTI image) NEW DLEHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah has written to the presidents of 42 political parties, including Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, requesting them to press the centre to introduce legislation during the ongoing Parliament session to restore statehood to J&K. In his letter dated July 29, Abdullah…
Salman Khan initially hesitated to romance Sonam Kapoor in ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo’ due to his close friendship with her father, Anil Kapoor. Director Sooraj Barjatya spent months convincing Salman, who felt awkward about the pairing. Despite Salman’s reservations about the age gap and their history, Sonam was comfortable, and the film became a major…
India cricketer Mohammed Siraj with his mother and brother. (Image: Special Arrangement) Cricketer Mohammaed Siraj with his family. (Instagram) India cricketer Mohammed Siraj with his mother and brother. (Image: Special Arrangement) Cricketer Mohammaed Siraj with his family. (Instagram) India cricketer Mohammed Siraj with his mother and brother. (Image: Special Arrangement) NEW DELHI: For Mohammed Siraj,…
Check out some of the companies making the biggest moves midday: Staar Surgical — The implantable eye lens maker ripped 45% higher after agreeing to be bought by Alcon for $28 per share in cash, valuing Staar at about $1.5 billion. The deal is expected to close in the next six to 12 months. DigitalOcean…
Fraudsters are increasingly exploiting Aadhaar-linked identity systems to file bogus insurance claims, prompting a large-scale probe by the Uttar Pradesh Police and a renewed industry push to tighten oversight across health, life, and motor insurance sectors.According to officials, criminals have now moved beyond PIN code manipulation — a fraud technique previously used to bypass claim…
High cholesterol is often an invisible threat that can slowly and silently damage your arteries, increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke over time. While many people assume that cholesterol checks are only necessary after the age of 40, experts are urging young adults to start earlier. Cardiologist Dr. Naveen Bhamri, MD, DM (Cardiology),…
Tennessee murders suspect Austin Drummond Austin Drummond, who is accused of killing four members of a family and leaving their baby alive, abandoning it in a stranger’s yard in Tiptonville, Tennessee, was captured by police Tuesday morning in Jackson, following a multi-day manhunt that triggered urgent shelter-in-place warnings and a nationwide alert.The Jackson Police Department…
US states turn to trusts to sustain early education and child care systems The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how essential child care is to the functioning of families, communities, and economies. During the crisis, US states relied heavily on federal funding through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to keep early childhood systems running. These temporary…
Celebrity weddings are often spoken about for days. Every couple opts for their own dreamy vibe for their special day. While Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor opted for a cosy intimate wedding in their balcony, some celebs choose for fairy-tale like destinations. One such unforgettable celebration was that of Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, who…
LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 03: India bowler Mohammed Siraj smiles during day four of the Fifth Test Match between England and India at The Kia Oval on August 03, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Former England pacer Stuart Broad has showered praise on Mohammed Siraj, who finished as the leading wicket-taker…