Alia Bhatt says daughter Raha is ‘meant for the stage’; reveals she loves dance, music and sports: ‘She’s a leader and a thinker in her own way’ (Image credits: Instagram) Alia Bhatt is currently busy promoting her upcoming action thriller Alpha, and amid the film’s promotional activities, she opened up about her daughter Raha Kapoor,…
The Pacific coast has always carried a particular pull for people thinking about where to spend later life, though the reality on the ground is less romantic than postcards suggest. It is a long strip of towns that shift character every few miles, from rain-heavy Washington harbours to the softer, sandy stretches of Oregon and…
Ranchi: The state forest, environment and climate change department would begin the World Environment Day celebrations with a cleanliness drive at the Biodiversity Park in Ranchi on Tuesday.“The department would join hands with public, students and environmental experts to organise activities to generate awareness about environmental protection,” Sanjeev Kumar, the principal chief conservator of forests…
Sixty metres beneath one of southern Africa’s driest landscapes lies a world that seems strangely detached from everything above it. The surface of the Kalahari Desert is defined by heat, sparse vegetation and long stretches of rocky ground, yet hidden underneath part of this vast region is a body of water so large that it…
Rahul, father of 9-year-old Abhay, says “My son has always been very energetic, and when he felt frustrated, that energy often came out as anger. We started channeling his anger into physical activities like running, cycling, playing football, and even simple exercises at home, and trust me, it helped,” he says. Rahul says with a…
Mini India is all set to launch the made-in-India Mini Countryman C in the Indian market tomorrow, i.e., June 17, 2026. Bookings are already underway; interested customers can book the car exclusively through the Mini dealership, and the deliveries are expected to begin immediately. The new Mini Countryman C, which will be locally produced at…
The day has a pleasant, social flavour. Moon and Venus bring pleasure and warmth for families, and an urge to be comfortable and so even practical Capricorn could feel like getting away from the responsibilities for a short time and enjoying a delicious meal, outdoors, and a warm company.A picnic, an outing or a trip…
The Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education has opened applications for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026. The scheme aims to bring Indian-origin researchers, scientists and professionals working abroad to India’s top institutions and national laboratories for advanced research.Applications for both Fellows and Host Institutions began on 1 June 2026…
A Ukrainian serviceman fires his weapon during an exercise in the Joint Forces Operation, in the Donetsk region, eastern Ukraine, Tuesday. (AP) WASHINGTON: The United States said Thursday that Russia is on the verge of unleashing a massive military attack against Ukraine, dismissing Moscow’s claim to be pulling forces back, as artillery fire hit a…
Smriti Mandhana (BCCI Photo) India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana added another milestone to her glittering career during the Women’s T20 World Cup clash against the Netherlands on Wednesday. The left-hander became the first player across men’s and women’s T20 internationals to hit 600 fours, reaching the landmark while leading India’s charge with the bat.Mandhana continued her…
