Donald Trump and Keir Starmer (File photo) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the UK should not “give away” the strategically vital Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean, a joint US-UK facility, arguing it could be “crucial” if the United States launches military action against Iran. His remarks came as he reportedly weighs…
Each base houses 16-25 personnel NEW DELHI: In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack in J&K, CRPF has set up 43 temporary operating bases across the UT, each housing 16-25 personnel who will track and eliminate terrorists holed up in the higher reaches, security officials said on Wednesday.The temporary bases, 26 of which are…
Neena Gupta, Bollywood’s unapologetic queen, has never shied from calling out life’s hypocrisies. From single mom struggles to late-blooming stardom, her second innings brought fame, films, and freedom. But at 49, she shocked fans by marrying Delhi CA, Vivek Mehra. On Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, Neena spilled the tea for the first time about her marriage:…
NEW DELHI: Sixty-seven years after their maiden appearance, Jammu and Kashmir stormed into the Ranji Trophy final for the first time, defeating Bengal by six wickets in a stunning semifinal triumph that capped a fairytale run. Chasing a modest 126 at the Bengal Cricket Academy ground, the visitors rode on Abdul Samad’s unbeaten 30 off…
Trucks are lined up along Interstate 80 during a storm on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 in Truckee Calif. (AP Photos/Brooke Hess-Homeier) Crews recovered the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and continued searching for one missing after an avalanche near California’s Lake Tahoe, authorities said on Wednesday, calling it the “deadliest” US avalanche in nearly 50…
SASARAM: A probe has been launched following reports of at least five deaths among attendees of a wedding function on Feb 14 in Bihar‘s Rohtas district. A team from the excise department and district officials have reached Mathiya village.According to sources, a day after Poojan Singh organised a “tilak” ceremony for his son, his other…
In today’s digital age, Sudha Murty passionately implores parents to safeguard their children’s innocence in the online realm. She criticizes the trend of commodifying childhood into mere content for social media validation. Murty emphasizes the emotional burden of living in a performance-driven world, advocating for well-defined social media guidelines for young users. In an age…
United States’ Shadley Van Schalkwyk (AP Photo) In the T20 World Cup 2026, bowlers are as important as batters, and taking wickets is key in this fast-paced, exciting game.In the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Shadley van Schalkwyk has been in outstanding form, recording two four‑wicket hauls so far. Thomas Draca exclusive: Hardik…
Anupama Chauhan, wife of CDS General Anil Chauhan, launched INS Krishna in the presence of CDS himself and senior officials of the armed forces and ship-builder Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in Chennai NEW DELHI: Indian naval cadets will now get dedicated “floating classrooms” at sea as the Indian Navy has launched ‘INS Krishna’, the first…
A glimpse of International Fleet Review off the coast of Visakhapatnam (Pic credit: Kanaka Nalam) NEW DELHI: Reviewing the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 off the coast of Visakhapatnam, President Droupadi Murmu — the supreme commander of the armed forces — said on Wednesday “the spirit of friendship on display today through participation of so…