Talented youth at forefront of India’s technological, economic transformation: Minister

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) By harnessing the potential of young talent, we are driving towards an Aatmanirbhar Bharat — self-reliant and globally competitive, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said. During a visit to IIT Madras to witness the indigenous first-of-its-kind 5G Testbed project, the minister said youth of our country are at the […]
Apple pulls out from OpenAI’s potential $6.5 billion funding round

San Francisco, Sep 28 (IANS) As Sam Altman-run OpenAI prepares to close a potential $6.5 billion funding as early as next week, Apple has reportedly pulled out from the latest round. According to a report in the Wall Street Journal on Saturday, the iPhone maker has “fell out of talks to join the funding round”. […]
FPIs infuse over Rs 1.71 lakh crore in India this year to date, IPOs surge: Centre

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Foreign portfolio investments (FPIs) in India reached Rs 3,39,066 crore in the fiscal year 2023-24, underlining the resilience and attractiveness of the country’s financial landscape. In the current fiscal, FPIs have pumped in Rs 1,71,248 crore (year-to-date), according to the government. As per NSDL data, foreign portfolio investors injected Rs […]
Shabana Azmi reacts to Hema Committee Report, says women face contradiction of progression and suppression

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi, who has clocked 50 years in cinema, has shared her opinion on treatment of women following the Justice Hema Committee Report. The actress interacted with the media at the ongoing edition of the IIFA (International Indian Film Academy Awards), and spoke about the suppression of women across […]
Actress Ramnitu on performing intimate scenes: ‘I was actually more scared’

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Actress Ramnitu Chaudhary recently spoke about performing intimate sequences in Ramsay Brothers’ new horror show, ‘Bandh Darwaze Ke Peeche’. She said, “For me, I would say the intimate scene was the toughest, as it was my first such scene, and I had no idea what it would be like. I was […]
Priyamani talks about ‘Jawan 2’: The highly anticipated sequel

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Actress Priyamani, best known for her breathtaking performances in ‘The Family Man’ franchise and ‘Maidaan’ has spoken about the sequel of ‘Jawan’. During a press conference at the IIFA Utsavam 2024 when a media person asked about the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Jawan’, Priyamani said, “I don’t know Sir, I think Atlee […]
With maturity from exposure to T20 leagues, Jemimah ready to give her best for India

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) When Jemimah Rodrigues made her international cricket debut for India as a 17-year-old against South Africa in February 2018, there were high hopes from her to continue Mumbai’s rich legacy of producing exceptional batters. Since then, Jemimah has successfully navigated through numerous challenges to establish herself as a key batter […]
Zim Afro T10: Harare Bolts, Jo’Burg Bangla, NYS Lagos and Cape Town move to knockouts

Harare, Sep 28 (IANS) After the culmination of the league stage of the Zim Afro T10 season two on Friday, Harare Bolts, Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers, NYS Lagos and Cape Town Samp Army have moved to the knockout stage of the tournament. On the final day of the league stage, there was a lot of entertaining […]
Brazil names uncapped duo for FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chile, Peru

Rio de Janeiro, Sep 28 (IANS) Uncapped pair Igor Jesus and Abner Santos were named in Brazil’s squad on Friday for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru. Center-forward Igor was rewarded for his consistent form with Brazilian Serie A leaders Botafogo while left-back Abner has impressed this season for French Ligue 1 […]
Bundesliga: Bayern hopes to take revenge in upcoming clash against Leverkusen

Berlin (Germany), Sep 28 (IANS) On February 10, Bayern Munich seemed to have hit rock bottom as title rival Leverkusen was riding the wave beating the Bavarians 3-0. The one-sighted duel might have been the starting point for Leverkusen’s unprecedented journey to win the 2024 national title. A few months later in the 2024/25 season, […]