In 2011, the long-awaited collaboration between India’s nightingale, Lata Mangeshkar, and Pakistani ghazal maestro Mehdi Hassan finally materialized, albeit under unique circumstances. Despite their mutual admiration and a shared desire to work together, their duet, a song titled “Tera Milna Bahut Achcha Lage Hai,” was recorded virtually due to Hassan’s deteriorating health. The legendary singers never met in person to record the song, marking a poignant moment in music history. Mehdi Hassan, battling a serious illness that had forced him into seclusion, composed a rough track and emailed it to Lata Mangeshkar. She then enlisted composer Mayuresh Pai to arrange…
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WhatsApp has introduced a new set of features across its app, encompassing chats, calls, and status updates. The update, which began rolling out on June 12, includes animated emojis, the ability to create animated stickers from videos, and enhancements to group creation. Users can now create groups without adding members immediately and share an invite link later. Media sharing has also been improved, allowing users to add a single caption to multiple images and videos. The Calls tab has been refreshed with filters and effects, while Channels and Status updates now offer more visual options, such as image-based poll options…
Paris Saint-Germain, the current UEFA Champions League title holders, have revealed their new home kit for the 2025-26 season. The kit features a dark blue base with red and white accents, including a lattice-like graphic inspired by the Eiffel Tower. The jersey showcases white beams that highlight the Nike swoosh and Qatar Airways sponsor, along with the PSG crest. The new kit was unveiled in Paris at La Gaite Lyrique, attended by club legends Blaise Matuidi, Guillaume Hoarau, and Jereemy Menez. PSG will wear the kit for the first time at the FIFA Club World Cup opener against Atlético Madrid…
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced the elimination of three prominent Iranian military figures following an extensive airstrike across Iran. The officials, including the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, the Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Commander of Iran’s Emergency Command, were targeted in a strike involving over 200 fighter jets. The IDF labeled the officials as “ruthless mass murderers” and stated that the world is now a better place without them. This operation, codenamed ‘Operation Rising Lion’, was confirmed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who stated its purpose was to…
In Muzaffarpur, Bihar, a woman attacked a man who attempted to rape her, severing his private parts. The man had been attempting to force sexual relations with the woman after lending her money. The woman resisted and used a sharp weapon. The injured man was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors reported his condition as serious. The incident occurred in a village within the Paru police station area. The man had allegedly entered the woman’s home under the pretext of collecting money, before attempting the assault. The woman repeatedly resisted, but when he persisted, she attacked him with a…
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai participated in the naming ceremony and inauguration of the newly constructed convention center in Risdi, Korba. The event also included the unveiling of a statue and the launch of development projects worth ₹223 crore. The convention center was named after Mata Ahilyabai Holkar, and her statue was unveiled at the entrance. During his address, Chief Minister Sai highlighted the significant development initiatives underway in Korba, including road projects worth ₹145 crore, aimed at improving connectivity. He announced plans to make the convention center air-conditioned, emphasizing its capacity to host large events and benefit the residents…
A devastating Air India flight disaster in Ahmedabad resulted in the deaths of 241 individuals, including passengers and crew members. Tragically, out of the 242 people on board, only one survived. The London-bound flight AI-171, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members, departed at 1:17 PM but began its descent shortly thereafter, ultimately crashing into the BJ Medical College and Hospital, causing further casualties on the ground. The confirmed death toll stands at 241, with Ramesh Vishwas Kumar being the only survivor. He, along with several injured individuals, including MBBS students, is currently receiving medical attention at Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad.…
Following escalating tensions, the Indian Embassy in Iran has issued a safety advisory for Indian nationals residing in the country. They are urged to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary movements, and adhere to safety protocols as advised by local authorities and the Embassy’s social media updates. This advisory comes in the wake of a preemptive and precise combined offensive by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeting Iran’s nuclear program, dubbed ‘Operation Rising Lion.’ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the offensive, stating it would continue until the Iranian threat is eliminated. Simultaneously, the Indian Embassy in Israel has also issued a…
Pakistan’s selection committee has decided to exclude key players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi from the upcoming T20 series against the West Indies and Bangladesh. This move signifies a shift towards fostering emerging talent, especially with a demanding international schedule looming. Sources within the selection panel, including Aaqib Javed, Aleem Dar, Azhar Ali, and Asad Shafiq, along with head coach Mike Hesson, have reportedly informed the experienced trio that their services are not needed for the upcoming T20 matches. The team management intends for these senior players to concentrate on the ICC World Test Championship and the…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the strikes conducted by Israel against Iran were ‘unilateral’ and that the US’s primary focus is the safety of American forces in the region. Rubio explained that Israel claimed the strikes were acts of self-defense and cautioned Iran against harming US interests or personnel. In an official statement, Rubio said, “Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense. President Trump and the…