Chennai Super Kings’ captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, right, and Sanju Samson (PTI Photo/R Senthilkumar) (PTI04_03_2026_000298A) Former England captain Michael Vaughan and ex-New Zealand pacer Simon Doull have raised questions over the dynamics inside Chennai Super Kings, suggesting that skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad could feel “threatened” by the presence of Sanju Samson. Speaking on a Cricbuzz show, the…
Indian-origin immigration judge Roopal Patel was axed by the Trump administration after blocking a high-profile deportation case involving a pro-Palestinian student.Patel was among six immigration judges terminated on Friday by the GOP administration. Her dismissal, alongside that of fellow judge Nina Froes, comes amid claims that judges are being pressured to favour deportations and reject…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice on 14 June 2026 marked a significant milestone in India‑France defence ties, now elevated to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. The talks underscored a shared commitment to deepen collaboration through co‑design, co‑development, and co‑production of advanced defence platforms, with particular emphasis on next‑generation…
New Delhi: Nagaland University has opened admissions for its newly introduced four-year undergraduate science programmes at the Multi-Disciplinary Research Centre (MDRC), with applications beginning April 27 and the last date set for May 18.The programmes, aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, are designed around a flexible academic structure with multiple entry and exit options,…
Tesla is shifting into high gear in Japan. CEO Elon Musk has announced a ‘big’ investment in the country, focused on expanding the electric vehicle (EV) maker’s service infrastructure and Supercharger network to keep up with increasing demand. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, the expansion comes as Tesla aims to more than double…
A 20-year-old Punjabi man has been removed from Canada after being linked to an ongoing extortion investigation in Surrey, British Columbia.The Surrey Police Service (SPS) said foreign national Prabhjot Singh was arrested earlier this year on suspicion of involvement in extortion-related criminal activity. Following his arrest, officers shared information with the Canada Border Services Agency…
Seth Herzog, a prominent figure in comedy on ‘The Tonight Show,’ found himself in hot water after a recent episode where a poorly considered joke about North Korea sparked outrage among BTS fans. His quip was perceived as an insensitive swipe at the iconic K-pop group, leading to a flood of criticism across social media…
America’s biggest bank JPMorgan Chase & Co has started its first-quarter earnings season with results that beat Wall Street expectations and CEO Jamie Dimon believes that the results highlight the resilience of US economy. However, Dimon still cautioned about the risks that are increasing even as the consumers and the businesses remain healthy. According to…
Director Jeethu Joseph, known for gripping narratives, addresses criticism of his films’ “serial-level” technical quality. He explains his preference for realism in lighting and art direction, aiming for authenticity over current trends. Joseph also points to targeted negative online campaigns influencing audience perception, while confirming ‘Drishyam 3’ will explore a different storytelling path. Mollywood director…
A French-owned container ship crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a possible sign that Iran may no longer view France as a hostile nation after President Emmanuel Macron criticised US President Donald Trump’s stance on the conflict.The Malta-flagged Kribi, owned by French shipping group CMA CGM, crossed the strategic waterway on April 2, according to MarineTraffic…