The United States under President Donald Trump is intensifying pressure on Cuba in ways that analysts say increasingly resemble Washington’s approach towards Venezuela before the dramatic January operation that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power. Yet despite comparisons between Caracas and Havana, experts believe Cuba presents a far more complex, risky and potentially costly…
NEW DELHI: Air India on Thursday said it regretted the incident after one of its pilots on a Vancouver–Delhi flight on December 23 was found to be under the influence of alcohol by Canadian authorities.Flight AI186 was delayed at Vancouver airport after the cockpit crew member was offloaded ahead of departure. In a statement, an…
The Kotharis have travelled to 14 countries in four years From Vadodara and Ahmedabad, a small band of 70-plus Indians is rewriting the script of retirement – skydiving, scuba diving, bungee jumping, even trekking across Antarctica’s frozen expanse.Gautam Kothari, 74, has lost vision in one eye. His wife Beena, 72, cannot walk long distances. Together,…
Looking to impress: Delhi Capitals’ Prithvi Shaw trains in Delhi on Tuesday (Image credit: Delhi Capitals/IPL) It’s unfortunate that Shreyas Iyer misses out. It’s no fault of his, nor ours. He has to wait for his chance.” This was India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar while announcing the T20I squad for the Asia Cup last Aug….
Oil marketing companies have raised the prices of commercial LPG cylinders from today, reversing recent reductions. The increase is set to push up operating costs for hotels, restaurants and other service providers across the country.The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been hiked by Rs 111 nationwide. In Delhi, the retail price now…
AIFF to start ISL (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: All India Football Federation (AIFF) has asked Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to send the details of the venues where they plan to play their home matches by Monday noon so that it can start working on the schedule of the delayed season which is set to…
Rosé made her historic debut at the 2026 Grammy Awards, becoming the first K-pop soloist nominated in two major categories and set to perform. Her striking red carpet look, a black mini dress with a dramatic white drape, showcased her evolving fashion identity. This milestone night celebrates her solo career’s significant achievements. BLACKPINK’S Rosé has…
An Air Canada Express plane hit a ground vehicle at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, FlightRadar24 reported on X on Monday.The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) stopped all flights at the airport, according to a notice from the agency.The Air Canada Express CRJ-900, flying from Montreal, collided with a fire truck on Runway 4 while landing,…
ICC U19 WC: Afghanistan, England join Australia in semifinals HARARE: Afghanistan and England joined Australia as the latest entrants in the semifinal of the ICC Under-19 World Cup on Friday, with impressive showings in their Super Six clashes. While England defeated New Zealand by 65 runs courtesy a five-wicket haul from Manny Lumsden, a scintillating…
Centre gives statement over notices to WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram NEW DELHI: The government has sought an explanation from WhatsApp over its username feature, with the IT Secretary warning it could facilitate cybercrime by enabling impersonation and identity spoofing.“We have taken up the issue of using usernames because there is a serious possibility of impersonations…