The All India Dental Students & Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has suspended its Madhya Pradesh treasurer, Dr Muskan Soni (Image-Social media) BHOPAL: The All India Dental Students & Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has suspended its Madhya Pradesh treasurer, Dr Muskan Soni, from her post and the association’s membership for five years over a social media post that…
Manika Batra (Image credit: PTI) MUMBAI: India’s most recognisable table tennis player, Manika Batra, has been left out of the squad for the upcoming Asian Games after failing to meet the selection criteria laid down by the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI).In Manika’s absence, India’s women’s team will be led by Sreeja Akula and…
England’s captain Ben Stokes, celebrates with teammates (AP Photo) The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has acknowledged concerns surrounding the Lord’s pitch used for the opening Test between England and New Zealand, admitting that the surface did not meet the standards expected at the iconic venue.Following England’s 115-run victory on Sunday, the MCC released a statement…
NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear a PIL by parents and teachers in NCR and Chennai challenging the validity of CBSE‘s recent policy mandating three languages, two of which must be Indian for Class 9 and said it would lead to chaos and confusion.Seeking urgent hearing of the PIL, senior advocate Mukul…
Elon Musk (left), Tim Cook (right) President Donald Trump is heading to Beijing this week for a high-stakes state visit, and according to a report by Bloomberg, the White House has invited top CEOs of American businesses to accompany the President, aiming to secure massive trade deals and new investments. The delegation, reportedly scheduled for…
NEW DELHI: While acknowledging possible stress due to the West Asia conflict , expenditure secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam Friday said that the Centre will prioritise capital expenditure and seek to ensure that the entire allocation for public spending is utilised.“The fiscal stress is indeed very much a reality, but at the same time… the capex will…
Chennai grapples with a surge in sexual assaults, with 12 incidents in 24 hours highlighting systemic failures CHENNAI: Poor political will, nondeterrent policing, unpatrolled neighbourhoods, unlit lanes, secluded spots. That’s why there were 12 sexual assaults in 24 hours in Chennai and its suburbs.Police arrested suspects in all 12 cases. But, the speed of the…
Miuccia Prada’s insight that fashion is an “instant language” resonates deeply today. Our clothing silently communicates our identity and values, a crucial first impression in a fast-paced world. From challenging beauty norms to reflecting societal shifts and subtle status signals, what we wear is a powerful, wordless statement about who we are and how we…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini during a meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Slovakia’s highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), during his visit to Bratislava on Monday, marking the 33rd international award bestowed on him by a foreign nation.PM Modi is the first Indian…
Arab Cinema’s biggest Cannes yet? Regional filmmakers shine across major festival sections / Image: File The 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest years yet for Arab and Middle Eastern cinema. From Palestinian and Moroccan stories to Egyptian industry collaborations and Iranian auteurs competing for…