French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday ridicules remarks made by US President Donald Trump about his marriage, calling them “neither elegant nor up to standard.”The response came after Trump sparked outrage in France by mocking Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, during a speech and in a video that briefly appeared on a White House…
Representative image (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: West Bengal witnessed an intensely polarised and high-decibel campaign in the second phase of assembly elections, marked by massive roadshows, sharp political attacks and allegations of violence.The Election Commission confirmed that Phase 2 campaigning officially ended at 5 pm today. The second phase of campaigning began on April 24 after…
Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has been on a record-breaking run ever since its release on March 19, emerging as a major box office success. Featuring a powerhouse ensemble including Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, and R Madhavan, the film has not only drawn crowds but also sparked conversations around…
Researchers at Hainan University have made an important discovery about the optimum temperature required for delaying premature ripening of mangoes. A recent study has highlighted that keeping mangoes in temperatures of 12° Celsius can keep them fresh for a period of three weeks while ensuring that their nutrient content, firmness, and antioxidants remain protected. The…
Kuldeep Yadav and his wife Vanshika (File Photo) LUCKNOW: Team India spinner Kuldeep Yadav added a touch of humour to a celebratory evening at the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025, offering a candid glimpse into his newly married life while being honoured for his performances.The Uttar Pradesh spinner, who was among several athletes…
Focusing only on tigers makes people ignore the rest of the ecosystem, like birds, deer, insects, and the landscape itself. This narrow focus can make safaris feel “empty” if a tiger does not appear. Enjoying the whole forest, not just the big cat, often turns the same jeep ride into a richer experience, even on…
US Navy secretary John Phelan has stepped down with immediate effect, the Pentagon announced on Wednesday, marking the first departure of a military service chief during Donald Trump’s second term and the latest in a series of leadership changes at the department of defense.Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the move, saying Phelan was “departing the…
NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee alleged that the BJP’s sweeping victory in the state assembly elections was “immoral” and “illegal”, claiming that more than 100 seats were “looted”, even as the party surged ahead in results declared on Monday.Speaking to reporters at the Bhabanipur counting centre, Banerjee accused the Election Commission, Central…
Virat Kohli (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: How much has T20 cricket changed over the years? A lot. The old formula of simply seeing the ball and hitting it hard has evolved into a game driven by technique, innovation and adaptability. Bat swings, unorthodox shots, new inventions and bottom-hand power have all become part of…
Stock market holiday (AI image) Stock market holiday today: Indian equity markets are closed today in observance of Shri Mahavir Jayanti, with both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) marking the first of two trading holidays scheduled for the week.On the commodities front, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX)…