In a tense first-round clash at the Australian Open, Madison Keys overcame a shaky start to defeat Oleksandra Olhynykoiva 7-6(6), 6-1 on Rod Laver Arena. The defending champion, ranked ninth globally, faced her sternest test yet from the Ukrainian qualifier in what became a showcase of contrasting experience levels. Olhynykoiva burst out of the blocks, racing to a 4-0 lead in the first set with clever variations that kept Keys off-balance. The debutante, stepping into her maiden Grand Slam and first top-50 matchup after limited recent play, extended the pressure into the tiebreak. Keys, however, drew on her vast experience,…
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In a pointed attack on West Bengal’s ruling Trinamool Congress, senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh warned on Tuesday that the party is sabotaging the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls. Addressing media in Kolkata, Ghosh sought to calm public anxieties while demanding a transparent overhaul of the electoral rolls. The controversy centers on the acceptance of secondary admit cards for age verification—a document validated, revoked, and now restored per Supreme Court directive. ‘These U-turns are bewildering voters, forcing endless document resubmissions,’ Ghosh explained. Drawing from ground reports, he cited a booth issuing notices to 350 individuals, exceeding BJP’s own…
In yet another stark reminder of road safety perils in Noida, a Jaguar carrying four young friends crashed disastrously into a canter truck on the Elevated Road under Sector-49 jurisdiction. The collision resulted in the immediate death of 19-year-old Falak Ahmad, with three others – Ayush Bhati, Neel Pawar, and Ansh, all 18 – sustaining severe injuries. The group was en route from Bhangel to Agapur when the driver, in a bid to overtake the truck, veered out of control. The impact was catastrophic, reducing the high-end Jaguar (registration HP 11 C 6330) to wreckage. Rescue teams and police responded…
Davos buzzed with promise for Maharashtra as Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis spearheaded the execution of high-value MoUs totaling thousands of crores during the annual WEF summit. Representing the state government and MMRDA, these collaborations with top-tier domestic and international firms target diverse industries essential for long-term growth. Investments are earmarked for real estate, logistics hubs, steel manufacturing, green energy, IT services, data infrastructure, urban mobility solutions, and eco-friendly industrial parks. Fadanvis’s strategic meetings amplified the impact, fostering direct dialogues with global influencers. Discussions with WEF’s Jeff Merritt explored transformative urban trends and sustainable innovations driving industrial evolution. The IKEA chief,…
Festivities filled the air at BJP’s Delhi headquarters on Tuesday. Party faithful danced to dhol beats, celebrating Nitin Nabin’s elevation to national president. The official reveal happened amid high spirits, spotlighting the 45-year-old’s remarkable journey. Speaking exclusively, Anurag Thakur lauded Nabin’s achievements. From multiple terms as MLA to ministerial stints and youth wing leadership, Nabin’s resume is stellar. ‘At just 45, he’s heading the globe’s biggest party – a testament to dedication,’ Thakur remarked. Thakur framed this as inspiration for Gen Z. BJP, he said, actively encourages youth engagement in politics and national development. Echoing PM Modi’s vision for 100,000…
A night of horror unfolded in Noida when a luxury Jaguar attempting a risky overtake slammed into a canter truck in Sector-49, resulting in the instant death of 19-year-old Falak Ahmad. Three other occupants of the car are in serious condition, fighting for survival. The crash occurred around midnight on a well-trafficked road. Sources indicate the Jaguar driver, in a bid to surpass the truck, misjudged the distance and speed, causing the vehicles to collide violently. The impact was so severe that the car’s front end was completely wrecked, scattering debris across the highway. Responders, including police and bystanders, pulled…
Mumbai’s film fraternity etched January 20, 2010, in gold when VK Murthy, the genius behind Guru Dutt’s classics, was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Awarded for 2008, it made him the pioneering cinematographer to receive this supreme accolade since its inception in 1969. In a nation that produces more films than anyone else, success hinges on seamless teamwork. Directors craft narratives, stars deliver performances, but cinematographers like Murthy dictate the visual language—controlling every beam of light, angle, and composition that captivates audiences. Murthy’s magic illuminated films like Pyaasa, where poetic melancholy unfolds through shadows, and Kaagaz Ke Phool, a…
Freezing cold gripped Jammu and Kashmir Tuesday, with Gulmarg’s mercury crashing to -5.5°C amid clear skies that won’t last. Meteorologists predict a turbulent week ahead, with light to heavy snowfall and rain likely from January 22 evening until the 28th. Nighttime lows painted a frigid picture: Srinagar at -3.4°C, Pahalgam -4.4°C, Gulmarg -5.5°C. Jammu division saw milder but still chilly figures—Jammu and Katra at 7.4°C, Batote 2.5°C, Banihal -1.6°C, Bhadarwah -1.2°C. The culprit? Twin Western Disturbances sweeping in from the west, set to unleash precipitation across middle and upper elevations. Expect roadblocks on major arteries like the Jammu-Srinagar highway, flight…
In a decisive crackdown, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation launched a high-stakes demolition drive Tuesday morning at Bandervat Lake in Vatva. With police cordons in place and earthmovers firing up early, the campaign dismantled over 450 illegal buildings threatening the city’s drainage system. Encroachments had proliferated over years, shrinking the 28,000-square-meter lake and exacerbating waterlogging during monsoons. The 58,000-square-meter clearance spans the lake, TP Road, and adjacent areas, deploying 10 massive Hitachi diggers and several JCBs under eight coordinated teams. DYMC B.C. Parmar highlighted the linkage project tying Bandervat to Mahalakshmi and Ropad Lakes, aimed at easing pressure on local waterways. Initial…
Geopolitical headwinds battered Indian equities right from the opening bell on Tuesday, with the Sensex tumbling 214 points to hover around 83,032, down 0.26 percent. The Nifty mirrored the sentiment, dropping 77 points or 0.3 percent to 25,508 as the trading session kicked off. Despite some sparks from third-quarter earnings, the overall mood remained subdued. Broader markets felt the pinch too, as Nifty Midcap lost 0.51 percent and Smallcap dipped 0.65 percent. Diving into sectors, Realty led the declines with a sharp 1.3 percent drop, while IT and Pharma sectors fell 0.77 percent and 0.45 percent respectively. Bright spots included…