Jayasuriya encourages SL to overcome criticism and perform well in ODIs vs India
Colombo, Aug 2 (IANS) Interim coach Sanath Jayasuriya, wants Sri Lanka to use the crictism they got from the T20I series defeat to India to improve during the ODI leg of the tour. Sri Lanka suffered a 3-0 T20I series loss to the reigning world champions during and have been battling injuries to a host […]
No response from North Korea on South Korea’s offer for flood relief: Unification Ministry
Seoul, Aug 2 (IANS) North Korea has not yet responded to South Korea’s proposal to provide humanitarian aid to North Korea for the damage caused by recent downpours in its northern border areas, Seoul’s Unification Ministry said on Friday. On Thursday, the Unification Ministry expressed its willingness to urgently support North Korean flood victims with […]
Over 95 per cent villages now have access to Internet: Centre
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Under the ‘Digital India’ Initiative, more than 95 per cent of villages now have access to the Internet with 3G/4G mobile connectivity, the Centre informed on Friday. Out of a total of 954.4 million Internet subscribers in India, there are 398.35 million rural Internet subscribers (as of March), according to […]
Black Box Ltd secures Rs 410 crore in funding to drive growth, expand in digital infra sector
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Black Box Limited, a trusted global digital infrastructure solution integrator delivering cutting-edge technology solutions and worldclass consulting services to businesses around the globe, announced that it has received commitment for raising funds aggregating to Rs 410 crore via preferential issue aimed at accelerating growth and expansion in digital infrastructure sector. The […]
Rubina Dilaik: I proudly call myself a pahadan
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Actress Rubina Dilaik said that she proudly calls herself a “pahadan” and remains deeply connected to her traditions and culture. Rubina, who hails from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, took to Instagram and shared a series of photos from a wedding she attended in her hometown. The collection of pictures features her performing […]
Priyanka Chopra: Thank you to everyone who contributed to my journey
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently making waves in Hollywood with her powerful performances, has expressed her gratitude to everyone who, without even knowing it, contributed to her journey in the film industry. Priyanka took to Instagram and shared a video montage featuring all the dance performances she has done […]
Saudi FM, Blinken discuss Mideast tensions over phone
Riyadh, Aug 2 (IANS) Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed regional developments in the Middle East over the phone, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Both sides highlighted the significance of reducing escalation and reaching a sustainable ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the report said. […]
Varun Dhawan reveals the ingredient to making ‘pan India chemistry’
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Actor Varun Dhawan has revealed the perfect mix to create “pan-India chemistry”, stating that it takes a “North boy + South girl” to achieve it. Taking to Instagram on Friday, Varun shared a series of pictures from the trailer launch of ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’. The pictures feature actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu […]
Abhishek Nigam reveals favourite moment from ‘Pukaar’ shoot & it has SRK connection
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Actor Abhishek Nigam, who plays the role of Sagar in ‘Pukaar: Dil Se Dil Tak’, recalled one of his favourite moments from the shoot, which involved dancing to Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic song ‘Chak Dhoom Dhoom’. Talking about memorable moments from the show, Abhishek said: “One of my favourite moments has […]
Global smartphone market up 8 pc, average selling price reaches highest level
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Global smartphone shipments grew 8 per cent (year-on-year) in the second quarter of 2024, as Samsung retained the top position globally, accounting for 19 per cent share, a report said on Friday. Global smartphone revenues also went up 8 per cent YoY, while the average selling price (ASP) reached the […]
