Month: May 2025

[ad_1] Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad. Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad has made a scathing attack on Pakistan for "violating" the ceasefire agreement just hours after agreeing to end the military confrontation. The violation came despite a formal ceasefire agreement being jointly announced earlier in the day by both nations. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that the Directors-General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from both sides had agreed to cease all hostilities — whether by land, air, or sea — with immediate effect.External Affairs Minister Dr S.Jaishankar also confirmed the ceasefire. “India and Pakistan have worked out an understanding on the stoppage of firing and military action,” he said. “India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations — and it will continue to do so.”India's probable Test squad for England TourHowever, in […]

[ad_1] Shikhar Dhawan (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan unleashed a blistering response to Pakistan’s ceasefire violation just hours after a mutual truce was agreed upon. On Sunday, May 10, at around 8 PM, Pakistan reportedly launched multiple drone attacks targeting key Indian regions such as Srinagar and Kutch, barely three hours into the ceasefire.The truce, which was announced jointly by India’s Ministry of External Affairs and US President Donald Trump, was intended to pause escalating tensions.However, Pakistan's latest provocation has drawn condemnation from both officials and public figures across India.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Taking to social media platform X, Shikhar Dhawan expressed his outrage in no uncertain terms. “Ghatiya desh ne fir apna ghatiyapan poori duniya ke aage dikha diya (The filthy nation has once again shown its filthiness to the […]

[ad_1] Mothers are truly selfless-- they are our first teacher, guide, friend, and mentor in life and continue to do so all their lives. They love us unconditionally and always support us, no matter not. No wonder then that we need a special day dedicated to honour and celebrate mothers and motherly figures for all the relentless work they do. And so, each year in most countries-- including the United States, India, Canada, among others-- the second Sunday in May is celebrated as Mother's Day. This year, Mother's Day is being celebrated on May 11, 2025 in India.History of Mother's DayThe history of Mother’s Day dates back to ancient times when Greeks and Romans held festivals honoring mother goddesses like Rhea and Cybele. In 16th-century England, “Mothering Sunday” became a tradition where people returned to their mother churches and visited […]

[ad_1] SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 04: Virat Kohli of India looks dejected while leaving the field after being dismissed by Scott Boland of Australia during day two of the Fifth Men's Test Match in the series between Australia and India at Sydney Cricket Ground on January 04, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images) Hours after TimesofIndia.com reported that star India batter Virat Kohli has reached out to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and said he wanted to call it a day in the longest format, the X handle of County Championship took a shot at the Indian legend, indicating that he is afraid of facing the England quicks in the upcoming five-match Test series, starting from June 20.In a ten second video posted on the X by the County Championship, the England speedster […]

[ad_1] Dehradun: Uttarakhand high court (HC) on Friday dismissed a PIL filed by Haridwar resident Anand Swaroop seeking a ban on the entry of non-Hindus into the Char Dham shrines of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri on security grounds. Swaroop cited past attacks on Hindu religious sites including the 2002 Akshardham temple attack in Gujarat, the 2010 bomb blast at Sheetla Ghat in Varanasi, and the recent killings of 26 people in Pahalgam, to demand tighter security measures and restricted access to the Char Dham temples.Apart from theban on non-Hindus, Swaroop also sought the deployment of adequate security forces at the four shrines and a regulatory framework for access to religious sites. He said the state should ensure consistent and robust security at these pilgrimage sites throughout the yatra season to prevent untoward incidents. He urged the state to ensure […]

[ad_1] Mother's Day 2025 is upon us, and it's time to celebrate the incredible women who have shaped our lives with love, wisdom, and unwavering support. Whether you're crafting a heartfelt card, composing a touching text, or penning a social media tribute, finding the right words can make all the difference. Here's a curated collection of over 75 messages, greetings, wishes, and quotes to help you express your appreciation.Classic Mother's Day Messages “Happy Mother's Day to the woman who made me who I am today. I owe everything to you!""Dear Mom, words can't express how much you mean to me. Thank you for being my guide, inspiration, and rock.""Wishing you a Mother's Day filled with love, joy, and all the happiness you deserve."“To the world, you may be one person, but to me, you are the world. Happy Mother's Day!""Your […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: An alert sentry at the Nagrota Military Station in Jammu thwarted a possible intrusion with timely action, leading to a brief exchange of fire during which he sustained minor injuries, the Army’s White Knight Corps said.The incident occurred after the sentry noticed suspicious movement near the perimeter and issued a challenge. In response, there was a brief exchange of fire with the suspect.“Sentry sustained a minor injury. Search operations are underway to track the intruder(s),” the White Knight Corps posted on X.Meanwhile, a complete blackout was enforced in several parts of Punjab — including Pathankot, Ludhiana, Moga, Ferozepur, and Jalandhar — on Saturday evening.The Deputy Commissioner of Jalandhar issued a statement asking residents to remain calm, adding that the blackout was a precautionary measure.“Due to recent news in the media and as a precautionary measure, we are […]

[ad_1] Jeevan Lal is the son of Wyra BRS ex-MLA Ramulu Naik HYDERABAD/MUMBAI: CBI on Saturday arrested Jeevan Lal Lavidiya, commissioner of income-tax (exemptions), Hyderabad, along with four others, including a senior employee of Shapoorji Pallonji Group, in a bribery case involving Rs 70 lakh.Jeevan Lal, a 2004 batch Indian Revenue Service officer, is the son of Wyra BRS ex-MLA Ramulu Naik. The arrested employee of the Shapoorji Group was identified as Viral Mehta, deputy general manager (taxation).According to CBI officials, Jeevan Lal was allegedly collecting bribes through a network of intermediaries to extend illegal favours in pending tax appeal cases. Besides exemptions, Jeevan Lal held additional charge of two appeals units.The FIR stated Jeevan Lal demanded Rs 1.2 crore from Viral Mehta, a resident of Chembur, to decide an appeal in favour of Shapoorji Pallonji Infrastructure Gujarat Pvt Ltd. […]