File photo: US President Donald Trump TOI correspondent from Washington: For almost a decade during the Trump era, one of the enduring mysteries of American politics has been whether Republican lawmakers still possessed a functioning spine.Some rare sightings have been reported this week on Capitol Hill, where in a series of small but unmistakable acts…
Karan Johar is rumored to debut at the Met Gala 2026 alongside a strong Indian contingent in May. This year, the theme is “Costume Art,” with a dress code of “Fashion Is Art.” The unique showcase will feature around 200 garments alongside 200 art objects to explore fashion as an embodied art form. Karan Johar…
KOLKATA: Post-election flareups across Bengal triggered clashes, firing and vandalism from Kolkata to its northern fringes, prompting BJP brass to call for restraint and direct its cadre to restore calm on the ground. The most serious confrontation came from Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district, roughly 75km northeast of Kolkata, where a clash between Trinamool…
Kangana Ranaut wraps up shooting for ‘Queen 2’, shares joyful glimpse from wrap-up celebrations with cast and crew Kangana Ranaut has completed the shoot for her upcoming film ‘Queen 2’, marking the end of principal photography for the much-anticipated sequel to her 2014 hit ‘Queen’. The actor shared the update with fans through her Instagram…
UK foreign secretary Yvette Cooper arrived in India for her first official visit to the country that will see her holding talks with counterpart S Jaishankar to minimise economic shocks from ongoing conflicts, preserve global stability, and ensure freedom of navigation. Cooper will call on PM Modi Thursday before her meeting with Jaishankar. The British…
Malayalam comedy-drama ‘Vaazha 2’ has released to largely positive audience reactions, with many praising its engaging plot, emotional depth, and nostalgic school rom-com feel. The sequel follows four friends navigating societal pressures and finding their own path to success. Directed by Savin Sa, the film features the original cast and promises a fun, worthwhile cinematic…
NEW DELHI: Africa has achieved its best-ever performance at a FIFA World Cup, with nine of its 10 teams reaching the Round of 32 at the 2026 tournament. It is the first time so many African nations have qualified for the knockout stage. The previous record was just two teams, set at the 2014 World…
Iran foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei Just two days before the ceasefire deadline ends, Iran hardened its stance on talks with the United States, saying that keeping the door open for dialogue “does not mean to negotiate at any cost.“The announcement, reported by state media Tasnim news agency, comes as US President Donald Trump on…
Photo credit: Delhi Customs NEW DELHI: Customs officials at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday said they had seized 115 smuggled gold bars weighing 3.5 kg from an American national of Indian origin, news agency PTI reported.The seizure comes amid a recent rise in gold smuggling attempts following the increase in Customs duty on…
JAMMU: Two cloudbursts struck J&K’s Kishtwar district, while another occurred in Doda district on Tuesday, triggering flash floods and road blockades in several areas. There were no casualties or property damage, officials said.One cloudburst each occurred in Sarthal’s Gahan area and Machhipal in Kishtwar. The resulting flash floods, accompanied by heavy debris flows and a…