The US economy grew at an annualised pace of 2 per cent in the January-March quarter recovering from the drag caused by last year’s 43-day federal government shutdown, though the outlook has been clouded by the ongoing Iran war, AP reported.The Commerce Department said on Thursday that gross domestic product (GDP), which measures the nation’s…
Rodtang cries after his KO loss to Takeru. Credit ONE Championship Takeru Segawa ended his career with a statement win on April 29, stopping Rodtang “Iron Man” Jitmuangnon in the fifth round at ONE Samurai 1 in Tokyo to claim the interim ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Championship, overturning a one-sided defeat from just over a…
Palash Muchhal recently stepped away from his demanding professional schedule. The singer-composer chose to spend time in a spiritual setting. He visited the revered Saptashrungi Mata Temple to seek divine blessings. Moments of peace and devotion During his visit, Palash immersed himself in prayer and devotion. He offered prayers at the temple and spent quiet…
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday criticised the United States, referring to it as the “Great Satan” and signalling no compromise on Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.In a written statement read on state television, Khamenei said Iran’s strategic programmes remain non-negotiable and central to national sovereignty. He also said Americans had no place…
The Raja Shivaji is gearing up for a powerful debut at the box office. The film is directed by and stars Riteish Deshmukh in the lead role and it explores the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his battles with Aurangzeb. Early trends indicate that the film could record the biggest opening ever for a…
Amrita Rao celebrated 22 years of ‘Main Hoon Na’, praising Farah Khan as “way ahead of her time” and calling her ‘Jhansi Ki Rani’. She recalled the film’s music, characters, and lasting appeal, saying such films aren’t made anymore. The 2004 hit starred Shah Rukh Khan and featured a popular ensemble cast. As ‘Main Hoon…
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1 per cent lower on Thursday as elevated crude oil prices, weak global cues and continued foreign fund outflows hurt investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 582.86 points, or 0.75 per cent, to settle at 76,913.50. During the session, it plunged as much as 1,237.5 points, or…
FILE – United States’ Allyson Felix competes in the women’s 4×400-meter final during the World Athletics Championships in London on Aug. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File) Allyson Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history, is planning a return to competition with the aim of reaching the 2028 Olympic Games in…
Rohit Sharma with wife Ritika Sajdeh. (Pic credit: Ritika’s Instagram post) NEW DELHI: As Rohit Sharma turned 39 on Thursday, it was an emotional note from wife Ritika Sajdeh that stood out amid a flood of wishes from across the cricketing world.Taking to Instagram, Ritika penned a heartfelt message that quickly resonated with fans. “Happy…
Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently offered a glimpse into her everyday essentials and things that she carries in her bag. Priyanka who is known to keep things candid, classy and honest, revealed a thoughtful mix of practical items and deeply personal keepsakes. Among the items that stood out was a simple black thread, which she described…