US judge: No quick dismissal of Adani case A US judge ordered the Justice Department on Friday to justify its decision to drop criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, declining to rule immediately on Adani’s lawyers’ request to dismiss the case.Brooklyn-based US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis said federal prosecutors’ May 18 announcement that they…
Who was K. Bhagyaraj?; Veteran filmmaker – actor who directed over 25 films; Worked with Amitabh Bachchan Veteran filmmaker and actor K. Bhagyaraj has passed away at the age of 73, as reported by Hindu. Over several decades Bhagyaraj earned recognition as a director, actor, writer, producer, and screenwriter. He became known for crafting stories…
If you want to see the genuine spirit of Ladakh’s nomadic communities, look no further than the Korzok Gustor Festival. Set at the Korzok Monastery right next to the breathtaking Tso Moriri Lake in eastern Ladakh, this gathering happens at a staggering altitude of more than 4,500 metres. Because it’s so isolated and heavily intertwined…
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) warms up before the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and France in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) France secured top spot in Group I with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026, but the build-up to the…
US, Iran blame each other for ceasefire violation Barely a week after the United States and Iran announced an interim ceasefire aimed at halting nearly four months of conflict, both sides accused each other of violating the agreement, raising fresh doubts over its durability on late Friday (local time).The latest escalation began after a cargo…
German military likely to start conscription mid-2027, senior politician says Germany could reintroduce compulsory military service by mid-2027 if voluntary recruitment fails to meet ambitious troop targets, a senior parliamentarian has warned, as the country faces a growing threat from Russia and an unpredictable United States.The government introduced a new voluntary military service model in…
Virat Kohli’s approach to food is built around discipline, balance, and nutrition rather than indulgence. Over the years, the cricket star has spoken about preferring simple, minimally processed meals packed with vegetables, quality protein sources, fruits, nuts, and whole grains. His diet philosophy focuses on fueling performance, recovery, and overall well-being while avoiding excessively oily…
The purse strings need watching today, Sagittarius. Expenses can run ahead of income if you aren’t alert, and the trouble is, many of them may look small at the moment. One online order, one extra petrol stop, one dinner out, one impulse payment, and suddenly the total bites. Jupiter is not protecting excess today, while…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Image: X) There was considerable buzz around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s inclusion in India’s T20I squad, with many expecting the teenage sensation to make his international debut in the series opener against Ireland. However, the team management opted to stick with their established World Cup-winning opening pair of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, leaving Sooryavanshi…
BENGALURU: Corporate boardrooms are witnessing a quiet but significant shift: directors are becoming AI’s newest apprentices. The change reflects a growing recognition that AI’s impact extends far beyond technology. Directors are increasingly seeking a deeper understanding of how the technology can reshape operations, improve productivity and alter competitive positioning. In many companies, AI has become…
Your brain is wired to protect you. That’s its job. But the problem is, it doesn’t always know the difference between “this is unsafe” and “this is unfamiliar.” So when you try something new – a job change, a business idea, even speaking up in a meeting – your brain sometimes reacts like you’re in…
Polygamous sect leader, Samuel Bateman, convicted on three accounts of child abuse A polygamous sect leader already serving a 50-year federal prison term for child sex crimes was found guilty on Friday of state child abuse charges linked to three young girls discovered in a trailer he was towing through Arizona.Authorities were alerted to the…
