Paris: In a shocking reversal of fortunes, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified on Wednesday from the Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women’s 50kg final here, leaving her medal-less within hours of coming close to an unparalleled gold. Vinesh had scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal…
Washington: The United States has expressed deep concerns about the continued violence in Bangladesh including attacks on members of religious or political groups. “We are deeply concerned about continued reports of violence in Bangladesh – including violence directed at members of religious or political groups. We are equally concerned about reports of violence against police…
New Delhi: Exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’, whose first phase kicked off at Sulur on Tuesday, provides an excellent opportunity for the RAF to work closely with the IAF alongside other nations in a “more challenging multilateral environment”, significantly enhancing interoperability, the UK government said. The Indian Air Force (IAF), along with the Royal Air Force (RAF)…
Paris: She grappled on the streets with an “unjust system” without a care in the world and on Tuesday Vinesh Phogat brought a lot of that panache to the mat as well, taking down one big name after another to become India’s first woman wrestler to enter the finals of the Olympic Games. The 29-year-old…
Paris: India lost 2-3 to Germany in the semifinal of the men’s hockey of the Paris Olympics 2024 on Tuesday. It was a dream chance for India to enter the final of the Olympics after 44 years but Germany played spoilsport to that. Skipper Harmanpreet Singh (7th) and Sukhjeet Singh (36th) scored for India, while Gonzalo…
New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday said India Inc is dealing with the reality of weak consumer demand growth and claimed that the Modi government is refusing to recognise this most fundamental economic challenge. Congress general secretary-in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared on X a media report which claimed that India Inc has reported a muted start…
Bengaluru: With the ball now in the Governor’s court vis-a-vis the petition seeking sanction for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s prosecution in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment ‘scam’, all eyes are on the Raj Bhavan, as to what decision Thaawarchand Gehlot takes. Based on a petition filed by advocate-activist T J Abraham,…
Dhaka, Bangladesh: Bangladesh’s president dissolved parliament Tuesday, clearing the way for new elections to replace the longtime prime minister who resigned and fled the country following weeks of demonstrations against her rule that descended into violent unrest. President Mohammed Shahabuddin also ordered opposition leader Khaleda Zia released from house arrest. Zia, a longtime rival of…
New Delhi: The Centre is in close and continuous touch with the Indian community in Bangladesh through diplomatic missions, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. There are an estimated 19,000 Indian nationals in Bangladesh of which about 9,000 are students. A bulk of the students have already returned to India in the month of July,…
Paris: In a thrilling display of skill and precision, Neeraj Chopra needed just one throw in the qualifying round to secure his spot in the men’s javelin throw final at the Paris Olympics. This impressive feat is a familiar scene for fans, as Chopra has consistently demonstrated his prowess with single, remarkable throws in major…
