Japan has deployed its domestically produced Type-12 long-range surface-to-ship missiles near the East China Sea, a move analysts say could be interpreted by Beijing as crossing a “strategic threshold.” The deployment is expected to have major implications for regional deterrence and China’s operational planning in the East China Sea and around Taiwan.Chief cabinet secretary Minoru…
Director Balachandra Menon revealed that Kamal Haasan exited the Tamil remake of ‘Ammayane Sathyam,’ titled ‘Kanden Seethaiyai,’ after just ten days of shooting. A discussion on set about a female character in disguise reportedly sparked an idea for Haasan to play a similar role, leading him to withdraw from the project. Veteran filmmaker and actor…
Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman (Image credit: AFP) India’s win against Steve Waugh’s Australian team at the Eden Gardens was among the first steps into Sourav Ganguly becoming one of the defining captains in Indian cricket. On the 25th anniversary of the famous win, Ganguly spoke on how the Test sparked a much-needed transformation of…
Pakistan said on Sunday that its forces carried out strikes on military facilities and “terrorist hideouts” in southern Afghanistan, in the latest escalation between Islamabad and the Taliban administration.Security sources cited by AFP said Pakistani troops targeted and “effectively destroyed technical support infrastructure and equipment storage facility in Kandahar,” the southern Afghan city that hosts…
Beloved star Madhu Malhotra, recognized for her captivating performances in classics like ‘Satte Pe Satta’ and ‘Hero’, sadly departed at the age of 71 on March 13. With a prolific career that flourished during the 80s and 90s, she graced over 100 films, leaving a lasting impact with standout roles in both ‘The Great Gambler’…
NEW DELHI: Activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after spending nearly six months in detention, with his wife Geetanjali J Angmo describing the moment as the end of a long and exhausting ordeal for their family.In a message posted on X shortly after his release, Angmo wrote about…
The eighth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, celebrating the achievements of India’s finest athletes across disciplines during the 2025 sporting season. The awards recognise performances delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2025, across more than 45 categories, honouring both established stars and…
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday cancelled Class 12 board examinations for students in several Middle East countries.In a circular, CBSE informed affiliated schools in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE that the exams would not be conducted.“All examinations of Class XII scheduled from 16.03.2026 to 10.04.2026 stand cancelled…
Ajith Kumar, a Tamil film superstar, initially pursued his lifelong passion for motorsports before a career in cinema. After two near-fatal accidents, he shifted focus to acting, achieving significant success with family support. Years later, he returned to professional racing, demonstrating unwavering dedication and discipline, while fans eagerly anticipate his cinematic comeback. Ajith Kumar’s story…
Guwahati: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses the gathring during inauguration of Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital, in Guwahati. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Sunday accused the Congress of “defaming” India, as he lashed out at the opposition party over its youth wing’s shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit…