Himanshu Jangra, Sejal Pawar, comedian Pranit More, Mumbai mayor Ritu Tawde (L-R) MUMBAI: Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has called for a ban on stand-up comedy shows in the wake of the controversy involving comedian Pranit More and said she would write to Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on the issue.Her remarks came a day after…
A Russian artist known for his satirical depictions of Russian President Vladimir Putin was shot dead in eastern Poland on Monday in what authorities are investigating as a possible politically motivated killing. The victim, identified as 44-year-old Semyon Skrepetsky, whose real name was Robert Kuzovkov, was killed in the town of Biala Podlaska near the…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (PTI Photo) Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already changed the way teams approach T20 batting, but feels the 15-year-old still has one aspect of his game to refine before establishing himself across all formats. Speaking on Ajinkya Rahane‘s YouTube channel ahead of India’s five-match T20I series against…
AHMEDABAD: Defying odds in a communally sensitive pocket of Godhra — Ground Zero of the 2002 Gujarat violence — an independent candidate, Apexa Soni, scripted an unlikely victory from Ward 7, where Hindu votes are negligible, underscoring a rare show of social harmony and grassroots support.The ward comprises Satpul, Hayatni Wadi, Vachla Odha, Chuchla Plot,…
Vijay has been one of the most talked-about celebrities since he took charge as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Fans also follow his candid moments outside formal events, even as his political decisions and official meetings regularly make headlines. Every time the actor-turned-politician makes an appearance, it goes viral in no time on social…
For termite problems in larger spaces or for those that are everywhere or hard to reach, calling professionals is usually the smartest and safest way to win. Here’s when to get expert help: Big or tricky infestations: If termites are chowing down on your home’s beams, walls, or scattered all over, pros get spaces cleaned…
UP Cabinet expansion: Bhupendra Chaudhary, Manoj Pandey sworn in as ministers in Yogi’s govt The Uttar Pradesh government, led by chief minister Yogi Adityanath, on Sunday expanded its cabinet ahead of the 2027 assembly elections, inducting several new ministers and strengthening its administrative team at Jan Bhavan in Lucknow. Former Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Bhupendra…
ICC chairman Jay Shaha with IOC president Kirsty Coventry. (Pic credit: Jay Shah’s X post) International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah marked International Olympic Day by extending support to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) global initiative aimed at promoting health, well-being, and community engagement through sport.Highlighting the unifying power of sport, Shah underlined cricket’s…
Quote of the Day by Fyodor Dostoevsky (Canva) Few writers have explored the depths of the human mind more deeply than Fyodor Dostoevsky . His novels are not stories but psychological journeys into guilt, faith, suffering, morality, freedom and redemption. Over 140 years after his death, his writings still impact literature, psychology, philosophy and even…
CHENNAI: As political parties went silent on Wednesday after the month-long campaign, the Election Commission went into high gear, giving the final push to ensure smooth polling across Tamil Nadu on Thursday.Electronic voting machines were dispatched to polling stations under tight security, while flying squads stepped up vigil to prevent last-minute cash distribution. Chief electoral…