In a stark revelation from Oslo, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) reports that over 115,000 Afghans are now homeless, victims of relentless Pakistani military operations amid border skirmishes with Taliban-controlled territories. This mass displacement in Kunar and Nangarhar has triggered one of Afghanistan’s worst humanitarian emergencies in recent memory. ‘These families fled because their survival was at stake,’ explained Jacopo Caridi, NRC’s Afghanistan head. Displaced populations are enduring squalid conditions in temporary shelters, host communities, or exorbitant shoddy rentals. Basic necessities like potable water, medical care, and education remain elusive for most. February’s onslaught of Pakistani strikes has exacted a…
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Excitement builds for IPL 2026’s March 28 opener, yet the tournament faces immediate hurdles with nine prominent foreign cricketers unavailable for early rounds. Four Australians lead the list, hit by injuries and rest protocols, forcing franchises to shuffle lineups and leadership. Pat Cummins, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s talismanic captain, isn’t fully fit, prompting Ishan Kishan to take charge temporarily. In Bengaluru, Josh Hazlewood’s recovery timeline points to a mid-April return against MI, testing RCB’s depth. Mitchell Starc’s enforced break by Cricket Australia for workload management leaves Delhi Capitals light on firepower. CSK’s Matthew Short, sidelined by a fractured thumb, adds to the…
Punjab’s political landscape trembled as Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar resigned following the suicide of Amritsar Warehousing Corporation manager Gagan Deep Singh Randhawa. Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla leveled explosive charges, painting a picture of brutality and coercion. The 36-year-old officer ingested poison on Saturday dawn, leaving behind a video that has stunned the nation. Aujla recounted the sequence: a routine tender process turned nightmarish when Bhullar, leveraging family ties, bid unsuccessfully. Enraged, he allegedly lured Randhawa home, subjected him to verbal abuse, physical beating, and filmed the humiliation for leverage. Intimidation escalated with gangster threats, shattering Randhawa’s resolve. He…
Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi, known for his business acumen and recent stint in the hit web series Indian Police Force, opened up about a life-altering moment that pulled him back from the brink. With anticipation building for his role in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, Vivek took to X to share the emotional low that once made life feel meaningless. Years ago, during his toughest ordeal, Vivek felt the weight of impending collapse. He projected strength publicly but crumbled privately, seeking solace in his mother’s embrace. Tears flowing, he uttered the universal cry of injustice: ‘Why only me, Mom? Why is all…
Andhra Pradesh’s political stalwart, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, reaffirmed a cherished family custom by visiting Tirumala with loved ones for his grandson Nara Devansh’s birthday. On Saturday, they conducted special pooja to Lord Sri Venkateswara, drawing inspiration from the temple’s timeless sanctity. Post-worship, the family— including Naidu’s spouse Nara Bhuvneshwari and son Nara Lokesh—served sacred annaprasadam to devotees at the dedicated complex. Lokesh, who has served as a minister, joined his father and young Devansh in this noble endeavor, fostering a sense of community service. Parallel to these festivities, Naidu tackled pressing state issues. From his camp office, he…
New Delhi’s pharmaceutical landscape is thriving on the world stage. India’s drug sector ranks third globally by production volume and 11th by value, powered by over 3,000 firms and 10,500+ manufacturing facilities. Valued at $60 billion today, the home market is set to surge to $130 billion by the end of the decade. The Economic Survey 2025-26 reports FY 2024-25 revenues climbing to Rs 4.72 lakh crore, fueled by a consistent 7 percent annual export growth over the last 10 years. India leads as the top generic drug exporter, holding 20 percent of global generics supply with 60,000 products spanning…
Cricket punditry took an intriguing turn as Wasim Jaffer, the ex-India opener known for his sharp insights, dropped a bombshell with his predicted Royal Challengers Bengaluru lineup for IPL 2026. Shockingly absent is Phil Salt, the very player credited with explosive contributions to RCB’s maiden IPL triumph. Choosing form over past heroics, Jaffer slotted Jacob Bethell alongside Virat Kohli to open the innings. Bethell’s heroics in the T20 World Cup 2026 – including a stunning ton in the semi-final clash with India – outshone Salt’s dismal run of 130 runs from eight outings. Despite Salt’s impressive IPL 2025 campaign –…
In a bold Eid morning address amid throngs of supporters on Kolkata’s iconic Red Road, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee sounded the alarm on what she called a sinister BJP plot to disenfranchise voters. Speaking on March 21, she pinned the blame squarely on PM Narendra Modi for orchestrating the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive. ‘BJP and Modi will not take away your voting rights on my watch,’ she thundered. Banerjee mocked Modi’s foreign policy overtures, questioning why he sets aside communal rhetoric abroad only to return and target voter lists. ‘In Saudi Arabia, handshakes; in Dubai, hugs – where’s…
Iran’s military machine is in overdrive, with the IRGC announcing its 70th salvo of counterstrikes targeting more than 55 US and Israeli sites in the Gulf and surrounding areas. Press TV reported massive explosions, towering infernos, and thick smoke clouds engulfing the strike zones, signaling the intensity of the assault. In a swift defensive posture, countries like Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Israel activated air defense batteries early Saturday to counter the drone and missile onslaught. This coordinated response highlights the precarious security landscape gripping the Arabian Peninsula. Lebanon’s Hezbollah amplified the chaos, claiming 55 distinct attacks on IDF troops within…
The sequel ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has exploded onto screens, dominating box offices and earning rave reviews across India’s film industry. Bollywood and South cinema stars are united in admiration, and now SS Rajamouli, the director behind global smash ‘RRR’, has voiced his unreserved approval. Posting on X after a screening, Rajamouli penned an extensive tribute to Aditya Dhar’s direction, Ranveer Singh’s tour-de-force acting, and the team’s synergy. Elevating the sequel above its predecessor, he raved about its grand scale, emotional resonance, narrative prowess, star casting, technical brilliance, soundtrack, and direction. Yet, he emphasized the emotional core as the standout feature,…