Aid groups petition Israel’s top court to halt Gaza, West Bank ban

JERUSALEM(RAHNUMA): More than a dozen international humanitarian organizations have petitioned Israel’s Supreme Court to block an imminent order that would force 37 NGOs to cease operations in Gaza, the West Bank and east Jerusalem, warning of “catastrophic” consequences for civilians. NGOs including Doctors Without Borders (MSF), Oxfam, the Norwegian Refugee Council and CARE, were notified […]
Israel warns Lebanon of strikes if Hezbollah enters any US-Iran war, Lebanese officials say

GENEVA/BEIRUT(RAHNUMA): Israel has warned Lebanon that it would strike the country hard, targeting civilian infrastructure including the airport, in the event that Hezbollah gets involved in any US-Iran war, two senior Lebanese officials said on Tuesday. The Lebanese officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the Israeli message was delivered indirectly. The office of Israeli […]
Iranian military helicopter crashes into fruit market, four dead

DUBAI(RAHNUMA): An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a fruit market in the central province of Isfahan on Tuesday, killing the pilot, co-pilot and two merchants, state media reported. The helicopter came down in the city of Dorcheh, causing a fire that was put out by emergency services, the reports added. Experts say Iran has a […]
Taylor Swift goes makeup-free in ‘Opalite’ memories post

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Musician Taylor Swift left everyone in awe as she shared a series of makeup-free moments while celebrating her song “Opalite” climbing to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The global pop icon marked the milestone by posting candid memories, thanking fans for helping her score her second No.1 from […]
Helen Mirren reveals where she found her red carpet confidence

Los Angeles, Feb 24 (IANS) Veteran Hollywood star Helen Mirren shared that she found her red carpet confidence in a stripper shop. Revealing that towering platform heels were her “secret weapon” during her early years in Hollywood, the 80-year-old star spoke about her long-standing love of pole-dancing heels in an interview with British Vogue from […]
Aishwarya Sakhuja on meeting herself without ‘filters or performance’

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Actress Aishwarya Sakhuja shared a profound reflection on self-growth, saying she is learning to meet herself without “filters or performance.” Taking to Instagram, the actress opened up about healing, restraint and quiet strength. She also spoke about the intimacy of embracing one’s truth without rushing the process or shrinking her thoughts, […]
Manisha Koirala pens b’day note for ‘genius’ Sanjay Leela Bhansali: You sculpt feelings

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Actress Manisha Koirala penned a heartfelt birthday note for filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, calling him a “genius” and praising his unwavering devotion to cinema and the pursuit of excellence. Taking to Instagram, Manisha lauded Bhansali’s intensity, discipline and poetic storytelling, saying that stepping into the world he creates is both a […]
Sunny Leone rings in twin sons birthday with rides, boats and cake at LEGOLAND Malaysia

Mumbai Feb 24 (IANS) Actress Sunny Leone recently turned her twins sons Noah and Asher’s birthday into a full-blown adventure getaway as she celebrated their special day at LEGOLAND Malaysia. Sharing fun glimpses from the celebration on her social media account, Sunny captioned the post as, “Come celebrate with us at LEGOLAND Malaysia. We stayed […]
Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna wedding: Cricket bash lights up pre-wedding festivities

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) The pre-wedding festivities of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are in full-swing. The pre-wedding festivities featured a cricket bash. Vijay took to the Stories section of her Instagram, in which the couple’s entourage can be seen getting a sporty twist with their very own cricket league complete with custom flags, […]
Ranji Trophy Final: J&K opt to bat first against Karnataka

Hubli, Feb 24 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir have won the toss and opted to bat first against eight-time champions Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final here at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground on Tuesday. Jammu & Kashmir have qualified for their maiden Ranji Trophy. Notably, the last team to win their maiden Ranji Trophy title […]