Articles

Former world number ones Naomi Osaka and Victoria Azarenka both moved into the second round of the Bad Homburg Open on Monday, sharpening their games ahead of Wimbledon. Osaka edged Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic in a tight contest, winning 7-6 (8/6), 7-6 (7/4), while Azarenka cruised past German wildcard Laura Siegemund 6-2, 6-2. Osaka, who entered the main draw as a wildcard, fired 16 aces in the two-hour match,

Lionel Messi is set for a blockbuster reunion with his former club Paris Saint-Germain after guiding Inter Miami into the last 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup. The MLS side secured qualification with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Palmeiras at a packed Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. Inter Miami raced to a two-goal lead thanks to Tadeo Allende and a vintage strike from Luis Suarez, but the Brazilian side mounted a late come

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India has suspended all flights over the Gulf region following a missile strike by Iran on the US air base in Doha, Qatar. The national carrier also halted operations to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe, citing safety concerns due to the restricted airspace and regional instability. In a late-night statement, Air India confirmed the cancellation of

Dangeti Jahnavi, a young woman from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has etched her name in history by becoming the first Indian to complete NASA’s prestigious International Air and Space Program. Her groundbreaking achievement has opened the doors to a historic space mission she is set to travel to space in 2029. The mission is expected to take her to the Titan’s Orbital Port Space Station, a major U.S.-based space infrastruc

Pre-filled Income Tax Return (ITR) forms, introduced by the Income Tax Department, are designed to make tax filing simpler for individuals by auto-filling key financial details. These forms collect data from reliable sources such as your PAN, Aadhaar, Form 16 issued by employers, Form 26AS, and the Annual Information Statement (AIS) to pre-load income, tax paid, deductions claimed, and bank account information. However, despite the convenience, these pre-fille

Vacations are meant to refresh and recharge, but for many, they bring a financial hangover that lasts long after the tan fades. It’s not uncommon to feel anxious looking at your bank account or credit card bill once you return. The root of the problem? Most people budget for the vacation itself but forget to account for life after the trip. Chartered Accountant Abhishek Walia highlights that the real mistake is

Thalapathy Vijay’s political aspirations have been a topic of major discussion ever since he announced that Jana Nayagan would be his final film before stepping into public service full-time. However, a recent comment made by actor Mamitha Baiju during an event in Ireland has rekindled hopes among fans that Vijay may return to cinema after the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Speaking at the Kerala Carnival

Popular Indian comedian Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent has quietly made a comeback on YouTube, four months after it was pulled down due to controversy. The show, known for its mix of comedic talent and unscripted moments, had faced major backlash earlier this year after a controversial remark by guest Ranveer Allahbadia led to legal trouble and intense public criticism. Following the uproa

Actor Karisma Kapoor paid her respects at the prayer meet of her ex-husband Sunjay Kapur, held in Delhi on June 22. The memorial ceremony took place at the Taj Palace Hotel and was attended by family members, including Karisma’s children Samaira and Kiaan, as well as her sister Kareena Kapoor and brother-in-law Saif Ali Khan. Karisma stood in solidarity with Priya Sachdev, Sunjay Kapur’s current wife, dur

The counting of votes for the 2025 assembly bypolls in five key constituencies across four Indian states began on Monday, June 23. The bypolls were conducted on June 19 in Gujarat’s Visavadar and Kadi seats, Punjab’s Ludhiana West, Kerala’s Nilambur, and West Bengal’s Kaliganj. Early trends show the BJP leading in both Gujarat seats, while the AAP is ahead in Punjab’s Ludhiana West and the Congress leads in Kerala’s Nilambur

A massive coronal hole in the Sun’s atmosphere is facing Earth and is expected to bring a stream of high-speed solar wind, potentially triggering geomagnetic storms. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the leading edge of this solar phenomenon is projected to reach Earth late on June 25, possibly resulting in G1-class geomagnetic activity. Coronal holes are cooler, darker re

After years of hype, shifting timelines, and skepticism, Tesla has officially launched its fully driverless Robotaxi service marking a historic moment in the company’s journey toward autonomous transportation. The pilot service, which began on June 22 in Austin, Texas, offers paid rides to the public using Tesla Model Y vehicles with no one behind the wheel. A Limited Yet Landmark Rollout

Salman Khan, one of Bollywood’s most enduring stars, has revealed that he is currently battling multiple serious health conditions, including a brain aneurysm, an arteriovenous malformation (AVM), and trigeminal neuralgia. Despite the gravity of these illnesses, the actor emphasized that he continues to work actively in films and public appearances. During his appearance on the newly launched season of The

Oil prices jumped to their highest levels in five months while Asian markets tumbled on Monday, following coordinated airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Iran's key nuclear facilities. The escalation has sparked fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East, with particular concern over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz a strategic waterway that handles nearly 25 percent of global oil trade and 20 percent of liquefied natural gas mov

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that there has been no radiation leak following recent US-led airstrikes on three of Iran’s major nuclear facilities Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. These attacks, carried out overnight on Sunday as part of escalating US and Israeli military actions, prompted international concerns over potential nuclear fallout. However, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi reassured that radiation levels r

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has been officially named an accused in a tragic road accident that claimed the life of a man in Guntur district. The incident occurred on June 18, 2025, while Reddy was returning from a condolence visit to Rentapalla village in Palnadu district. The vehicle in question, part of the ex-CM’s convoy, reportedly ran over an elderly man named Singaiah on the Etuku

India is set to mark the 10th anniversary of International Yoga Day on June 21, 2025, with a record-breaking scale of celebration. More than 2,000 yoga events will be organized across 1,300 global locations, spanning 191 countries. The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), the cultural wing of the Ministry of External Affairs, is spearheading the effort, showcasing yoga not just as an ancient practice, but as a powerful symbol of India's soft power

In a landmark celebration of the 11th International Yoga Day, the tranquil beaches of Visakhapatnam transformed into a vibrant hub of wellness and unity. Under the global theme "One Earth, One Health," the event brought together Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Nara Lokesh for a spectacular coastal yoga session that attracted thousands of participants fr

Global star Ram Charan and his wife Upasana Konidela, known for their love for animals, made their daughter’s second birthday one to remember not with grandeur, but with a heartwarming gesture rooted in compassion. As a special birthday surprise, the Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad named a young tigress after their daughter, Klin Kaara Konidela. Charan revealed the touching story on social media, sharing how

India's Passport Seva Portal is facing a nationwide technical outage, severely impacting passport services across the country. Beginning on Thursday, the disruption has led to widespread cancellations of appointments at Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs), with users reporting that both the website and the mobile app have become non-functional. The issue remains unresolved as of Friday evening, leaving thousands of applicants in limbo.