The father of a teenager who died after contracting meningitis has paid an emotional tribute to his “funny, sociable and kind-hearted” son, describing how the 17-year-old developed sepsis within hours of first feeling unwell.Lewis Waters, a sixth-form student at The Henley College, died earlier this week after being rushed to intensive care.In a heartbreaking message…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yuvraj Singh (Photos by PTI) NEW DELHI: India’s young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is already turning heads in the cricket world. Ahead of the IPL 2026 season, the Rajasthan Royals star, who idolises Brian Lara and Yuvraj Singh, is aiming to make an impact. Having shone in the ICC Under-19 World Cup…
Cash, care and constant connect: How the ‘Didi model’ is shaping Bengal’s ballot The welfare architecture of Mamata Banerjee’s government in West Bengal has emerged as a defining feature of its governance, combining large-scale social support programmes with significant political implications as the state heads toward the 2026 Assembly elections.As the state prepares for the…
NEW DELHI: The Congress managers have failed once again in a crucial numbers game. This time in Jharkhand. Pranav Jha, the Congress nominee for Rajaya Sabha seat in the state, on Thursday lost elections to NDA-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani. This despite the fact that the Congress candidate had the support of the requisite number…
Prabhu Deva has taken delivery of the MG M9 Presidential Limousine, priced at around Rs 70 lakh. The premium electric MPV comes loaded with 16-way adjustable seats, massage modes and a 13-speaker sound system. Deva, who has won two National Film Awards and the Padma Shri, is known for films like ‘Wanted’ and ‘Rowdy Rathore’….
NEW DELHI: Punjabi Singer Yo Yo Honey Singh, also known as Hirdesh Singh, met BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh to discuss Punjab’s growing drug crisis, with both urging the state’s youth to stay away from narcotics and rebuild their lives. The meeting, held on Tuesday, focused on using music and public influence to spread…
RSS prachar pramukh Sunil Ambekar dismissed concerns around the “Cockroach Janata Party” (CJP), saying that open debate and different views are normal in a democratic society.Speaking to reporters, Ambekar said that India is an aware society that functions through democratic processes, with transparent elections, a free media and active public debate. He said open discussions…
Charles Lieber is one of the best-known names in nanoscience, but his career took a dramatic turn after a federal conviction in the United States. Once a leading Harvard chemistry professor, Lieber was convicted in 2021 of making false statements to federal authorities and tax-related offences tied to payments from China. Today, he is back…
Hikaru Nakamura speaks about Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann documentary NEW DELHI: World No. 2 Hikaru Nakamura has made it clear he is not interested in watching Netflix’s latest documentary on the controversial rivalry between Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann, even as the film sparks fresh debate in the chess world.Speaking after a recent game…
Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Dutt, reprising their roles as Hamza and SP Chaudhary Aslam from ‘Dhurandhar,’ were recently spotted dancing enthusiastically to the film’s title track at a birthday party. Their energetic performance has gone viral, delighting fans. The film franchise, ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge,’ is also a massive box office success, nearing ₹800 crore. In…