The nation observed the death anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, with President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading tributes at the ‘Sadev Atal’ memorial in Delhi. Other political leaders and Union Ministers also joined in to honor the former Prime Minister and BJP stalwart. Vajpayee, who passed away on August 16, 2018, at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) after a prolonged illness, was a significant figure in Indian politics. He served as Prime Minister multiple times, with his birthday being celebrated as ‘Good Governance Day’. He was also awarded the Bharat Ratna. President Murmu paid…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin was in Alaska when a journalist posed a question to him, and he responded with a gesture. Putin’s plane had arrived at Elmendorf-Richardson Airbase. Following his walk on a long red carpet, Putin met with Trump, who was awaiting him. When they appeared before the cameras some minutes later, Putin was immediately subjected to a series of questions. At that moment, a journalist inquired whether Putin would halt the killings of civilians. Putin smiled and gestured toward his ear, indicating that he could not hear what was being said. As Trump and Putin met at the…
Fans eagerly awaited the release of Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie,’ and the film has delivered, generating a positive response and attracting large audiences. While the film has performed well in India, its impact overseas has taken it to another level. ‘Coolie’ has become the 7th highest opening-day collection movie in the history of Indian cinema. Here’s a breakdown of the film’s earnings over the first two days. In India, ‘Coolie’ has performed exceptionally well. The film opened with a spectacular ₹65 crore on its opening day. The film maintained its momentum, although there was a slight decrease in earnings on the second…
The Honor Magic V Flip 2 will launch on August 21st. Pre-bookings are open on Honor’s official website and select e-commerce platforms in China. The foldable phone will be available in four colors: blue, gray, purple, and white. The Jimmy Choo designed phone is in the blue variant with his signature on the hinge. The gray model has a matte texture, while the purple and white variants have a marble pattern design. The device is expected to be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and will feature a dual-camera setup with two rear cameras of equal shape.
A tragic announcement has brought sadness to the cricket community as news broke of the death of Bob Simpson. The former Australian captain, who was 89 years old, left an indelible mark on the sport. Simpson’s leadership was instrumental in Australia’s victories in the 1987 World Cup and the 1989 Ashes series played in Australia.
Starting August 15, 2025, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched the FASTag Annual Pass. This pass is designed for use at around 1,150 toll plazas situated on select national highways and expressways (NE) across the country. The online booking and activation feature went live on August 15, allowing easy access for users. The initiative witnessed an impressive response right from the start. By 7 PM on the first day, approximately 1.4 lakh users acquired and activated the Annual Pass, resulting in about 1.39 lakh recorded transactions at toll plazas. Additionally, it’s estimated that between 20,000 and 25,000 users…
The auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, celebrating Lord Krishna’s birth, is scheduled for August 15, 2025. This festival, central to Hinduism, embodies love, empathy, and divine intellect. Festivities include Dahi Handi, fasting, temple adornments, puja arati, and mantra recitations. Devotees engage in chanting various Krishna mantras to connect with the divine, seeking blessings, tranquility, and spiritual advancement. These mantras, varying in length, are believed to possess the power to transform lives. Mathura and Vrindavan will be major centers of celebration, and CM Yogi is anticipated to offer prayers at Shri Krishna’s birthplace, adding to the spiritual significance of the day.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin engaged in a three-hour meeting in Alaska, but the talks did not yield an agreement on a ceasefire for Ukraine. Five major factors can explain this lack of consensus. Putin’s rigid approach to Ukraine played a central role. In early 2022, Putin authorized the deployment of a large military force into Ukraine, with the aim of quickly removing the existing government. His underlying goal was to integrate Ukraine back into Russia’s sphere of influence. Despite Russia’s territorial gains, which include control of 22% of Ukraine, his original plan was not fully realized. Putin has repeatedly…
The Independence Day weekend box office saw a fierce competition between ‘War 2’ and ‘Coolie.’ ‘War 2,’ featuring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, opened on Thursday with a collection of Rs 51.5 crore, with significant contributions from Hindi and Telugu markets. On Day 2 (Friday), the action film continued its strong performance, earning an estimated Rs 56.5 crore, bringing the total two-day collection to approximately Rs 108 crore. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ also performed exceptionally well.
The South Delhi Superstarz achieved a remarkable three-wicket win against the Outer Delhi Warriors in a 16-over DPL 2025 match. The match, held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, saw a stunning performance from Tejasvi Dahiya, who scored 70 not out off 30 balls, ensuring victory. The Superstarz’s chase of 140 started poorly, with early wickets putting them in a difficult position. With the top order struggling and key batsmen out early, the team found themselves needing a significant number of runs in the final overs. Dahiya, coming in at number 5, changed the game with an aggressive batting display, hitting…