BJP protests at DC offices in K’taka, seek action in tribal welfare scam case
Bengaluru, June 28 (IANS) Alleging the Congress government’s involvement in the Rs 187 crore tribal welfare scam and demanding action, the BJP in Karnataka was protesting and trying to gherao the offices of District Commissioners (DC) across the state on Friday. The state police department has erected barricades and deployed additional police forces on the […]
World Tennis League season 3 returns to Abu Dhabi in December
Abu Dhabi (UAE), June 28 (IANS) Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) are set to host the third season of the World Tennis League, scheduled to be held at the iconic Etihad Arena from December 19 to 22. Known for blending elite tennis with electrifying musical performances, the second season of WTL garnered significant popularity and […]
When Tabu helped Saiee Manjrekar prep for ‘Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha’ by ‘reading, rehearsing’ lines
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Saiee M Manjrekar said that veteran star Tabu helped her by “reading and rehearsing” lines to prepare for her role in the upcoming film ‘Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha’. “I’m very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Tabu. She would help me prep for my character Vasu by […]
India is now world’s 3rd largest domestic aviation market, next to US & China
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) India has now become the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market after the U.S. and China, as airlines such as IndiGo and Air India have expanded their fleet size to cater to the surge in air passengers, according to data compiled by aviation analytics firm OAG. The data show India’s domestic […]
NODWIN Gaming to acquire esports firm Freaks 4U Gaming for Rs 271 crore
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) E-sports and gaming company NODWIN Gaming on Friday said that it will be acquiring Berlin-based global full-service gaming and esports agency Freaks 4U Gaming for Rs 271 crore. The company’s Singapore-based subsidiary NODWIN Gaming International Pte has signed definitive agreements to increase its existing 13.51 per cent stake in Freaks […]
Raghav Juyal nixes nepotism talk by citing how he got work with KJo despite being an outsider
Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Actor-dancer Raghav Juyal says for him nepotism does not exist as despite being an outsider he got a chance to work with filmmaker Karan Johar for the upcoming movie “Kill”. “I don’t believe in nepotism. For me, such a thing doesn’t exist,” said Raghav, who first got recognition with the reality […]
AFreight train derails in suburban Chicago, no injuries reported
Chicago, June 28 (IANS) A freight train derailed on Thursday in suburban Chicago, according to local media and authorities. No injuries have been reported. Canadian National, owner of the freight train, said 10 railcars carrying “various substances” derailed. Shortly after the derailment, a mandatory evacuation order was issued by authorities for anyone basically within one […]
India gives UN $1.16 million for promotion of Hindi
United Nations, June 28 (IANS) India has contributed $1.16 million to the world organisation for the promotion of Hindi. R. Ravindra, the charge d’affaires of India’s Permanent Mission, gave the cheque on Thursday to Ian Phillips, the director of the News and Media Division of the UN’s Department of Global Communications (DGC). The contribution is […]
35 rockets, missiles fired from Lebanon hit Israel
Jerusalem, June 28 (IANS) About 35 rockets and missiles fired from Lebanon struck the city of Safed in northern Israel on Thursday evening, causing fires, power cuts and property damage, the Israeli military said. “The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Aerial Defence Array successfully intercepted most of the launches,” the Israeli military said in a statement. […]
EU leaders reach agreement on top jobs
Brussels, June 28 (IANS) The European Council summit has agreed to formally nominate Germany’s Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission. European Council President Charles Michel confirmed the nomination on social media platform X. In addition to von der Leyen’s nomination, EU leaders agreed to elect former Portuguese […]
