Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered setting up of cyber police stations and forensic labs in all the 18 police ranges of the state. Reviewing the functioning of home department on Thursday night, Adityanath also directed staff required for these cyber police stations and forensic labs be appointed quickly. He […]
Suspicious bag spotted at Delhi airport, security increased
A suspicious bag was found at the international terminal of the Delhi airport in the early hours of Friday, triggering panic among passengers. The Delhi Police said a call was received around 1 am, following which the bag was found at the arrival gate number two of Terminal-3. “The bag […]
RBI starts valuation of HDIL properties; relief likely for PMC Bank depositors
The depositors of Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative (PMC) bank can expect some relief in the coming weeks as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appointed experts have started valuating the Housing development infrastructure Limited (HDIL) properties, which were mortgaged with the Bank, so that they can be auctioned. Once the properties are […]
Zidane settles on core selection but Real Madrid need regular results
Real Madrid’s 5-0 thumping of Leganes on Wednesday was their biggest win in La Liga since his first spell as coach but Zinedine Zidane was hardly in a celebratory mood. In the press conference after the match, one expectant journalist asked if it was Madrid’s best performance of the season. […]
Thirty terrifying minutes on IndiGo flight to Kuwait
160 passengers to Kuwait had a harrowing time after a fire alarm on the IndiGo flight went off, moments after take-off, forcing it to return to the Chennai international airport during the small hours on Friday. The smoke warning alarm, indicating fire in the rear-cargo area, turned out to be […]
Arsenal skipper Granit Xhaka apologises for actions in Crystal Palace game
Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka apologised on Thursday for his anger after being taken off against Crystal Palace last Sunday but revealed he reached ‘boiling point’ over abuse of his wife and daughter from the crowd and on social media. The Switzerland midfielder’s substitution during the 2-2 Premier League draw at […]
Army wants homosexuality, adultery to remain punishable offences
The Army wants homosexuality and adultery to remain as punishable offences to ensure discipline and has made a representation to the Defence Ministry, a year after the Supreme Court decriminalised these acts, sources said on Thursday. The sources also said the Army Act had a provision under which its personnel […]
Terminator Dark Fate movie review: Dear Arnold Schwarzenegger, it’s time to say hasta la vista to this franchise
Terminator: Dark Fate Director – Tim Miller Cast – Linda Hamilton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mackenzie Davis, Natalia Reyes, Gabriel Luna Breakneck, blasé, and browner than usual, Terminator: Dark Fate is a prime example of sneaky Hollywood self-plagiarism. But in all fairness, a rehash was promised, and that is exactly what has been presented. […]
US Congressman applauds PM Modi for ‘bold’ steps in Jammu and Kashmir
An influential American Congressman on Thursday applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking the “bold steps” on Jammu and Kashmir by abrogating an “outdated and temporary” provision of the Constitution. On Thursday, through a government notification, two Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh came into existence, in line […]
Taapsee Pannu would never do a sex comedy: ‘Making woman the butt of all jokes, having sexual innuendos is not entertaining’
She has become synonymous with brave roles and daring choices in films she takes up. And Taapsee Pannu has, time and again, set new benchmarks by doing some of the most unconventional stories. Be it Pink (2016) Naam Shabana (2017), Mulk (2018) or her latest release, Saand Ki Aankh, she has proved […]
US targets Iran construction sector with new sanctions
The United States on Thursday extended its sanctions on Iran by taking aim at its construction sector, which Washington linked to the country’s Revolutionary Guards. The sanctions, it said, would also target “four strategic materials as being used in connection with Iran’s nuclear, military, or ballistic missile programs.” Secretary of […]
BSNL Subscribers Will Get 6 Paise in Their Accounts for Every Voice Call Above 5 Minutes
In an industry-first move, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will provide six paise for every five minutes of voice calls consumed by the users. While Reliance Jio started charging six paise per minute for outgoing calls to other networks, this move from BSNL will attract a lot of users of the Mukesh Ambani-owned telco […]
Kannada Rajyotsava 2019: History and significance of Karnataka Foundation Day
The foundation day of any state is the day that celebrates the formation of the state, and the first day of November is celebrated as the foundation day of many states in India. This includes the states of Karnataka, Kerala, Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan. This is also […]
Global smartphone market hits 380million units in Q3
Showing a sign of recovery, the global smartphone market saw 380 million units in shipments, as compared to 379.8 million units in Q3 2018, Counterpoint Research said on Thursday. Samsung led the market with 21 per cent share with strong demand for its A and Note smartphone series while Huawei […]
WeWork, former CEO Adam Neumann accused of pregnancy discrimination
The former chief of staff to ousted WeWork CEO Adam Neumann has accused him and the company of discrimination, saying she feared for the health of her unborn baby because of Neumann’s penchant for smoking marijuana on chartered planes. She also said she was replaced by a man making more […]