In a boost to Indian tennis, Tumkur in Karnataka prepares to welcome the ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour W35 from May 4-10 at its District Tennis Stadium on the university campus. Boasting a $30,000 purse, this high-stakes singles showdown with a 32-player main draw follows qualifiers, drawing top-tier athletes from India and international circuits hungry for WTA points. It’s a historic return: Tumkur’s first women’s ITF event in 20+ years and only its second international tournament overall. The city, long known for its sports heritage, is leveraging upgraded facilities to shine on the world stage. District leaders are jubilant. Home…
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The magic of Bollywood improvisation shines bright in ‘Jolly LLB 3’, where Akshay Kumar’s off-the-cuff dance sequence has become legendary. Fresh off its box-office success, the Subhash Kapoor directorial featuring Akshay, Arshad Warsi, and Saurabh Shukla is making its television debut, reigniting fan frenzy. Akshay’s reputation for ad-libbed brilliance precedes him—think iconic moments in his past films that weren’t on any page. In this courtroom caper, a pivotal scene with Seema Biswas turns hilariously sideways. Desperate for case assistance, she meets Akshay’s cash-strapped lawyer. He shoos her away with tales of meager earnings, setting the stage for chaos. Post-departure, a…
On World Forestry Day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath turned the spotlight on youthful heroism by honoring two children who stared down a leopard to safeguard their loved ones. The ceremony at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan in Lucknow celebrated not just their daring feats but also excellence in forestry and wildlife sectors. CM Yogi described these young saviors as beacons for society, emphasizing how their quick thinking averted potential tragedies. The event extended recognition to dedicated forest staff and NGOs driving conservation efforts. Ten-year-old Acchelal from Bahraich etched his name in bravery on December 6, 2025. Pedaling back from the…
The Middle East teeters on the brink as Iran’s assaults intensify on allies of Israel and the US, including Saudi Arabia. Schools and businesses grind to a halt under the weight of war fears, prompting mass evacuations from the region. Amid this chaos, Saudi Arabia’s Indian Embassy has swung into high gear, tackling expatriate woes head-on. Via X, the mission posted visuals from bustling consular camps in Dammam, Jubail, and Hail. Expatriates flocked for document attestation and other services, with the embassy assuring swift resolutions. This surge in activity reflects the anxiety gripping over 2.5 million Indians in the Kingdom.…
Summer’s arrival ushers in a quest for cool, revitalizing eats amid the relentless heat. Fruits quench thirst easily, but greens rarely match the thrill. Mint steps in as the aroma-packed savior, elevating mundane meals with its punchy taste. Often relegated to condiments, this herb shines in Ayurveda as a medicinal powerhouse tailored for hot weather battles. Mint excels at harmonizing kapha and pitta, delivering deep internal cooling. Its bold flavor profile enhances everything from curries to beverages. It tackles common summer woes like gas after eating and nagging headaches with ease. Indulging in oily foods leads to sour burps, discomfort,…
At the India Electricity Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the India-Africa Strategic Partnership Meet on Saturday marked a new chapter in bilateral energy collaboration. Chaired by Union Minister Manohar Lal, the high-level forum included key figures such as Power Minister of State Shripad Naik, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, Malawi’s Dr. Jean Mathanga, Africa50’s Ellen Abobise, African ministers, AU leaders, diplomats, utility heads, financiers, and industry pioneers. Conversations revealed a forward-looking strategy to deepen engagement through structured, results-oriented partnerships. The emphasis was on joint efforts in renewable energy proliferation, interconnected grid advancement, energy storage innovations, flexibility mechanisms, and institutional capacity…
As the US-Israel-Iran military standoff enters its third week, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Iran’s newly elected President Masoud Pezeshkian via phone to convey Eid and Nowruz felicitations. The gesture highlights New Delhi’s proactive role in fostering dialogue amid one of the most precarious phases in West Asian geopolitics. Taking to social media, PM Modi noted the exchange: ‘Just concluded a phone call with Iran’s President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, wishing him on Eid and Nowruz. Hoped these festivals herald peace, stability, and prosperity across West Asia.’ Condemning strikes on essential infrastructure, Modi pointed out their peril to…
Uttar Pradesh’s Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak made a poignant pilgrimage to the ancient Baglamukhi Mata Temple in Nalkheda, Agar Malwa, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday. With his spouse by his side, he sought Maa’s grace for the state’s advancement and harmony. The moment Pathak stepped into the temple premises, a ceremonial reception by the priests set the tone for heartfelt worship. The air filled with sacred chants as they led the pooja, culminating in a hawan where Pathak offered oblations, praying fervently for Uttar Pradesh’s prosperity and national peace. What sets this shrine apart is its rare trimukhi idol of…
New Delhi is set to empower 36 lakh micro-borrowers through the revamped Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions 2.0, as revealed by the government on Saturday. This strategic move comes amid challenges in the microfinance sector, where banks have curtailed lending due to rising financial pressures. At its core, CGTMFI 2.0 offers robust guarantee protection to banks and financial entities lending to NBFC-MFIs. Backed by the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company, the scheme safeguards against defaults, aiming to unlock Rs 20,000 crore in fresh credit. This influx will enable MFIs to extend loans to underserved communities. Coverage is tailored: small…
Shimla witnessed a landmark fiscal decision as Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu tabled a trimmed budget of ₹54,928 crore for 2026-27, marking the first-ever reduction of ₹3,586 crore from the prior ₹58,514 crore estimate. This fourth budget by Sukhu underscores a shift from extravagance to responsibility. Bluntly addressing the legacy of debt from the BJP regime, Sukhu stated, ‘Populist schemes are no longer viable; we need to prune non-essential spending.’ He invoked the fighting spirit of Himachal’s mountain dwellers to rally support for these tough measures. Strikingly, the budget skips the Revenue Deficit Grant from the Centre, a…