Jaipur: Rohit Sharma was doing Rohit Sharma things on a balmy December afternoon. He played the swivel pull, the effortlessly lofted six down the ground, and swept the pacers from Sikkim for a good measure, as ‘Hitman’ lovers in the Pink City got the best present on Christmas Eve. On a weekday, around 20,000-plus people…
Hyderabad: India marked another major achievement in its space programme on Tuesday with the successful launch of LVM3-M6, further underlining the country’s growing expertise in heavy-lift launch vehicle technology and complex mission execution. The mission once again showcased the reliability and operational maturity of the LVM3, India’s flagship heavy-lift launch vehicle, reflecting years of sustained…
New York/Washington: China probably seeks to capitalise on the de-escalation of tension along the Line of Actual Control with India to stabilise bilateral relations and prevent the deepening of US-India ties, according to a report by the US Department of War. In its annual report to Congress on Tuesday on ‘Military and Security Developments Involving…
Mumbai: Akshay Kumar stepped out for a film screening in Mumbai and instantly turned the evening into a quiet family moment. The actor was joined by his niece Simar Bhatia, who is gearing up for her Bollywood debut and his sister Alka. Simar Bhatia is all set to enter the industry with Ikkis, an upcoming…
Mumbai: Another day, another big milestone for Dhurandhar. Directed by Aditya Dhar and led by Ranveer Singh, the film has crossed Rs 900 crore worldwide, becoming the first Indian release of 2025 to do so. What stands out is the film’s steady performance even in its third week. After a slight dip on its third…
Ahmedabad: Ishan Kishan finished as the highest run-getter in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and his super form with the bat helped him earn a place in India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad. The left-handed batter from Patna celebrated his India comeback after more than two years on Wednesday (December 24) by playing another super…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on its heaviest rocket, LVM3-M6, successfully placing a US communication satellite into orbit and said this demonstrates the mettle of India’s scientists. LVM3-M6, nicknamed ‘Bahubali’ for its heavy-lift capability, injected the 6,100 kg BlueBird Block-2 satellite into its intended…
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh): In a historic Christmas Eve mission, ISRO’s heaviest rocket, LVM3-M6, successfully placed a US communication satellite into orbit on Wednesday. The Bengaluru-headquartered space agency said the LVM3-M6 has successfully placed the BlueBird Block-2 satellite into its intended orbit. The Bluebird Block-2 mission is part of a global LEO (Low Earth Orbit) constellation…
Unnao (UP): The 2017 Unnao rape case survivor on Wednesday termed the Delhi High Court’s decision to suspend the jail term of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar “kaal (death)” for her family and said that she would move the Supreme Court against it. The HC on Tuesday suspended the sentence of Sengar, who is…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated ISRO for placing the heaviest satellite in orbit from India using the LVM3 rocket and strengthening the foundation for future missions such as the Gaganyaan. The prime minister also said that the success of the heavy-lift LVM3 rocket also reinforced India’s growing role in the global…
