Putin and Pezeshkian (File photos) Russian President Vladimir Putin told Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday that he was ready to help mediate efforts to bring peace in the Middle East, the Kremlin said.“Vladimir Putin emphasised his readiness to further facilitate the search for a political and diplomatic settlement to the conflict, and to mediate…
KOCHI: Screenwriter Sreenivasan gave a big political mileage to kattan chaya (black tea) and parippuvada (lentil fritters) with Sandesham but tea shops and restaurants, especially those in villages, had long played a crucial role in defining Kerala’s socio-political and cultural convictions. When another election campaign reaches business end, these casual hangouts turn vibrant. However, LPG…
Chennai Super Kings handed debuts to four players in their first IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals on Monday, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirming at the toss that Sanju Samson, Kartik Sharma, Matt Henry and Matt Short would feature in the playing XI.However, Samson and Short could not make an impact in their first outing…
Tom Brady (Image Via Getty) Tom Brady has finally spoken about the current situation inside the Las Vegas Raiders, and his message was clear and honest. After a week full of headlines, including a failed trade involving Maxx Crosby and questions around new head coach Klint Kubiak, Brady admitted the team is still far from…
Cameron Green of Australia during a nets session at Lord’s Cricket Ground on June 09, 2025 in London, England. (Photo/Getty Images) Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin raised concerns over player workload and suggested that franchises should have the option to reduce payments if contracted roles are…
NEW DELHI: Ten years later and after two attempts, govt has failed to privatise IDBI Bank, the perpetual problem child, leaving potential bidders fatigued and raising questions over the process as well as future disinvestment plans.It wasn’t the first time that the Centre tried to exit IDBI Bank, with the plan first announced by former…
At the recent 98th Academy Awards, Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir etched her name in history, earning the unique distinction of being the first woman to be nominated for both Best Documentary Feature and Best Documentary Short within the same ceremony. Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir made Oscar history at the 98th Academy Awards, but the landmark…
PM Modi with Om Birla (PTI image) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday wrote a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla praising him for his composure, impartiality and leadership after a no-confidence motion against him was defeated in the House. PM Modi also lauded him for upholding parliamentary decorum and ensuring the…
NEW DELHI: In a first-of-its-kind intervention and an embarrassment to Allahabad high court, Supreme Court has directed transfer of three petitions pertaining to a case from the high court to itself for adjudication as the high court sat on the verdict after reserving the order six years back relating to a criminal case of 1994…
A Florida judge dismissed Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell’s lawsuit against the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, citing insufficient evidence and stating the office serves the public, not individuals. However, Littrell is actively pursuing a separate trespassing lawsuit against a local woman, Carolyn Barrington Hill, for alleged repeated intrusions and harassment on his beachfront property. A…