Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi (File photos) NEW DELHI: The Congress on Monday set the stage for a Gaurav Gogoi versus Himanta Biswa Sarma contest in the Assam assembly elections due next year. On Monday, Gogoi was elevated as president of the Assam Congress despite BJP's all-out offensive against the Congress leader over his British wife's alleged connection with the Pakistan spy agency ISI.Gogoi, the son of former Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi, has been engaged in a bitter, and often personal, war of words with Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for the last several months.With this move, the Congress has sent out a clear message to the BJP that it will not go on the backfoot over Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's unrelenting attacks against Gogoi. Gogoi vs Himanta Hours before […]

[ad_1] Priyansh Arya and Josh Inglis In a high stakes clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians faced off in the penultimate match of the IPL 2025 league stage. The winner of this game was guaranteed a top-two finish and a place in Qualifier 1. Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to field first, banking on the advantage of chasing under lights. Mumbai Indians posted a competitive total of 184 for seven, thanks to crucial contributions from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya. Suryakumar was once again the standout performer, scoring 57 off 39 balls. In the process, he broke Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record to become Mumbai Indians’ highest run-scorer in a single IPL season. Hardik Pandya chipped in with a quickfire 26 off just 15 balls, providing much-needed acceleration in […]

[ad_1] Dismissing the reports of a rift between the Yunus government and the Bangladesh armed forces, the Army Headquarters on Monday denied any discord, asserting that both institutions are operating in close coordination. The clarification came during a press briefing, where Brigadier General Nazim-Ud-Doula addressed a question about reports of discontent. “There’s been speculation that there are serious differences between the government and the military. The way it’s being portrayed in the media is not accurate. We are working harmoniously and in mutual understanding. There is no room for misinterpretation,” he was quoted as saying by Prothom Alo.He further said: “We should not assume the government and military are operating in conflict or thinking separately. That is not the case. The government and military are working together, and we strongly believe this cooperation will continue in the future.”The statement from […]

[ad_1] A viral video clip has stirred speculation online after capturing an unusual moment involving French President Emmanuel Macron and reportedly his wife Brigitte during their arrival in Vietnam for a Southeast Asian tour.Filmed on Sunday evening, the footage shows the aircraft door opening with Macron stepping into view. Seconds later, a pair of hands appear from the side, briefly touching his face before pushing it away. Macron looks momentarily taken aback but quickly regains composure and waves. The woman said to be his wife Brigitte Macron according to multiple reports remains out of view, her face obscured by the aircraft structure.Macron 'SLAPPED' By Wife On Aircraft; Video Goes Viral, French President Downplays EmbarrassmentThereafter, as the couple descended the aircraft steps for their official reception, Brigitte appeared to decline her husband's extended arm, a gesture that added to the intrigue […]

[ad_1] BrahMos, the supersonic missile, has proven that it cannot be intercepted. (File photo) ‘Make in India’ boost for defence sector: India and Russia are in discussions for manufacturing an advanced version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, following its success in India’s Operation Sindoor against Pakistan.The advanced version of the BrahMos, which is a jointly manufactured missile by India and Russia, is expected to be made at the latest unit in Uttar Pradesh. Sources told ET that the recently opened BrahMos manufacturing unit in Uttar Pradesh has been selected to produce these advanced missiles. The facility is expected to undertake large-scale production of these sophisticated weapons systems.The financial daily reported that Russia has offered comprehensive technical assistance to co-produce the upgraded BrahMos missile version in India. Preliminary talks between the two countries have already commenced on this matter, the […]

[ad_1] Southern California residents were left alarmed on Saturday evening after hearing a powerful sonic boom caused by the re-entry of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The noise, described by many as a loud boom accompanied by a rattling sensation, occurred as the uncrewed capsule returned from the International Space Station (ISS), carrying over 6,700 pounds of scientific research, equipment and crew supplies. The Dragon had undocked earlier in the day and was scheduled to splash down off the southern California coast around 10.44pm. SpaceX had issued an alert shortly before re-entry, but the sudden sonic boom still surprised many locals.SpaceX Dragon’s return from the ISSThe Dragon spacecraft had been docked at the ISS since 22 April, following its launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on 21 April. Its return marked the completion of another resupply mission, during which it delivered […]

[ad_1] RJ Mahvash and Preity Zinta (Image credit: Instagram) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings will be eager to give their all in a high-stakes clash for a top-two finish when they meet in their final league-stage fixture of the Indian Premier League here on Monday. With Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, MI, and PBKS having secured playoff spots earlier than usual, the remaining league matches will determine the final standings.Currently placed second with 17 points, PBKS risk slipping to third or even fourth with a loss to MI, which would place them in the Eliminator on May 30.Securing a top-two finish appears challenging for PBKS, as they not only need to defeat a formidable MI side but also rely on both GT (18 points) and RCB (17 points) losing their final matches.Having lost their previous game to Delhi […]

[ad_1] Dino Morea has been summoned by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police in connection with the high-profile Mithi River desilting scam. The case centers around the alleged misappropriation of over ₹65 crore, funds originally earmarked for cleaning and maintaining the Mithi River — a vital drainage artery in Mumbai, particularly significant for managing the city’s monsoon floods. According to investigative reports, the scam involves inflated charges for the rental of dredging and silt-clearing equipment. It is alleged that BMC officials, along with Kadam and Jay Joshi, overbilled the civic body for machinery sourced from Kochi-based Matprop Technical Services Pvt. Ltd. The EOW believes this was carried out in collusion with some Matprop employees and officials from the BMC’s Storm Water Drains (SWD) department. Dino's involvement in the case is currently under scrutiny, with authorities seeking clarity […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Just days after its grand inauguration, the Worli underground station on Mumbai’s Aqua Line (Metro Line-3) was left flooded and partially non-operational on Monday morning as torrential rains battered the city, marking a dramatic and early onset of the monsoon.The unexpected flooding forced authorities to curtail metro services, with trains operating only up to Worli instead of the full route to Acharya Atre Chowk. The disruption drew sharp criticism online, as visuals of waterlogged platforms at the brand-new station circulated widely on social media.The deluge — one of the heaviest this season — triggered widespread waterlogging, traffic gridlocks, and railway delays, throwing daily life in the financial capital into chaos. Between 9 and 10 am alone, Nariman Point recorded 104 mm of rain, with several other island city locations reporting similarly intense downpours.Services on Central Railway’s Harbour […]