A senior US counterterrorism official has resigned in protest against the Trump administration’s handling of the war with Iran, becoming the most senior figure to break ranks amid rising tensions in the Middle East.Joseph “Joe” Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), announced on Tuesday that he was stepping down from his role, saying…
NEW DELHI: In a first-of-its-kind exercise that starts on Monday, the ministry of culture will launch a three-month-long nationwide survey to map India’s manuscript heritage. From the district level upwards, the extensive exercise aims to locate all manuscripts in different parts of the country and create a consolidated database and a national digital repository of…
The much-awaited Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is all set to hit theatres this Thursday, and despite premiere delays and cancellations in some regions, the first reviews are already pouring in—and they are overwhelmingly positive. Starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, the sequel is being hailed as a potential blockbuster, with early reactions suggesting it could…
Mariah Carey’s 2001 film ‘Glitter’ is making a comeback after its rocky debut in the shadow of 9/11. With newfound enthusiasm from fans, Carey is thrilled to announce a special edition reissue of both the film and its accompanying soundtrack, which have recently enjoyed a nostalgic revival. Once dismissive of its failure, she now celebrates…
Dhanush has lauded GV Prakash Kumar’s upcoming romantic comedy, ‘Happy Raj,’ calling it “super funny and surprisingly touching” after launching its trailer. The film, directed by Maria Elanchezian and featuring a comeback by actor Abbas, is set for a March 27 release, promising a feel-good cinematic experience for all ages. The buzz around GV Prakash…
UAE Makes Surprise Visa Move for Expats Stuck Abroad Amid Iran vs US-Israel War In a move aimed at easing travel disruptions and supporting thousands of residents stranded abroad, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has announced a temporary measure allowing expatriate residents whose UAE residency visas have expired to…
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ is creating buzz with advance bookings exceeding $200,000 in North America. The action-comedy, a remake of ‘Theri’, releases on March 19, coinciding with Ugadi. Andhra Pradesh government permits early morning benefit shows, with tickets priced at Rs 500. Early overseas screenings have drawn praise for Pawan Kalyan’s entry. Advance bookings…
A century ago, in a quiet cabbage patch in Auburn, Massachusetts, something happened. Dr Robert H. Goddard, a Clark University Physics professor, fired up a rocket powered by liquid fuel. It flew for a mere 2.5 seconds and landed in a cabbage patch 184 feet (56 meters) as reported by NASA. This little test, on…
Pakistan’s head coach Mike Hesson (R) with Shaheen Afridi during a practice session. (PTI Photo) Former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad launched a blistering attack on the team’s leadership after Pakistan slumped to a 2-1 ODI series defeat against Bangladesh, warning that Pakistan cricket was slipping to alarming levels.Speaking after Pakistan’s 11-run loss in the third…
India at UN slams Pakistan for ‘fabricating’ Islamophobia narratives, flags Ahmadiyya repression, Afghan bombings India on Monday strongly called out Pakistan at the United Nations for what it described as the habitual “fabrication” of Islamophobia narratives against neighbouring countries, while questioning Islamabad’s own record on the treatment of minorities and its actions against Afghanistan during…