India will chart its own rise, Jaishankar pushes back against US official’s remarks

India will chart its own rise, Jaishankar pushes back against US official’s remarks

New Delhi: Days after a senior American official said that the US will not allow India to become an economic rival like China, external affairs minister S Jaishankar pushed back on Saturday by saying that India’s rise is “unstoppable” and the country alone will determine the trajectory of its growth on the basis of its strengths. […]

Indian woman shares video of Singapore bus driver stepping off bus to help wheelchair user: ‘Heartwarming’

Indian woman shares video of Singapore bus driver stepping off bus to help wheelchair user: ‘Heartwarming’

An Indian woman living in Singapore recently shared a video on social media that has touched many viewers online. The clip captures a bus driver stepping down from the vehicle to help a wheelchair user safely get off the bus. The moment, though simple, highlighted the everyday kindness that often goes unnoticed in public life. […]

What is the fastest growing thing in finance? SIPs? SIFs? Credit cards? Radhika Gupta answers

What is the fastest growing thing in finance? SIPs? SIFs? Credit cards? Radhika Gupta answers

India’s financial landscape has been undergoing a rapid transformation as more people begin participating in investments, banking and digital payments. One of the most notable changes in recent years is the rising participation of women across multiple financial segments, including mutual funds, insurance, stock market investing, cryptocurrency and digital payments. Highlighting this trend, Radhika Gupta, […]

Anne Curtis breaks silence on ‘vulgar’ remark by Bong Suntay

Anne Curtis breaks silence on ‘vulgar’ remark by Bong Suntay

MANILA, Philippines — Actress and television host Anne Curtis on Saturday spoke out against the “vulgar” remarks made by Quezon City 4th District Rep. Jesus “Bong” Suntay during a House hearing earlier this week. Curtis released a lengthy statement on social media saying that she initially held off from responding while ensuring the safety of […]

Quant Small Cap Fund adds HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and 5 others, reduces stake in Jio Financial and 3 more

Quant Small Cap Fund adds HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and 5 others, reduces stake in Jio Financial and 3 more

Quant Small Cap Fund, the largest fund managed by Sandeep Tandon-led Quant Mutual Fund, has added HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and five other stocks in February. In the same time period, the small cap fund reduced its stake in Jio Financial Services and three other stocks. In the month of February, the small cap fund […]

Black idlis, charcoal dosas for Rs 100. What are the ingredients of Nagpur cafe’s breakfast menu?

Black idlis, charcoal dosas for Rs 100. What are the ingredients of Nagpur cafe’s breakfast menu?

Dosa is one of those dishes that is simply irresistible. This classic South Indian delicacy is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, which can instantly win the hearts of foodies with its simplicity. Dosa is prepared from a fermented rice and lentil batter, consisting of a subtle tang that pairs exceptionally well […]

T20 World Cup: India eye historic title defence against New Zealand in final

T20 World Cup: India eye historic title defence against New Zealand in final

Ahmedabad, An insanely talented and incredibly consistent Indian cricket team will carry the weight of a nation’s hopes in its pursuit of history when it goes up against a tenacious New Zealand in a classic David versus Goliath final of the T20 World Cup here on Sunday. On November 19, 2023, the expansive amphitheatre called […]

Chinese state media questions US remarks on India as potential ‘major competitor’, calls logic puzzling

Chinese state media questions US remarks on India as potential ‘major competitor’, calls logic puzzling

The claim that the US won’t allow India to become a rival like China sounds odd, wrote the Global Time on X. (File photo of PM Modi with Chinese President Xi) Chinese media criticizes US statement on India’s economic rise US cautions India, won’t repeat past trade mistakes with China India urged to diversify partners, […]

US To Launch ‘Biggest Bombing Campaign’ On Iran Tonight, Donald Trump Set To Devastate Tehran’s Missile Launchers, Factories

US To Launch ‘Biggest Bombing Campaign’ On Iran Tonight, Donald Trump Set To Devastate Tehran’s Missile Launchers, Factories

The United States is preparing for what could be the most intense round of military strikes against Iran since the conflict began, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent warned that Iran is currently facing pressure on both the military and economic fronts as the war deepens. US Preparing Largest Bombing Operation Tonight During the […]

Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge OTT release new details: Where to watch Ranveer Singh’s upcoming hit sequel after its theatrical run

Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge OTT release new details: Where to watch Ranveer Singh’s upcoming hit sequel after its theatrical run

Director Aditya Dhar is set to return with the sequel to his 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar. Titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the film continues the high-stakes story introduced in the first part. The makers recently released the official trailer on March 7, showing fans a glimpse into the next chapter of the action-packed saga. With the film […]

Bangladeshi man accused of tricking teens into sending explicit pics brought to US

Bangladeshi man accused of tricking teens into sending explicit pics brought to US

A Bangladeshi man accused of using social media to trick teenage girls into sending him sexually explicit images – and then threatening to share them with their friends and family if they didn’t send more – has been transported to Alaska to face federal charges of child sexual exploitation. Zobaidul Amin, 28, pleaded not guilty […]

Japan asks U.S. not to slap higher tariffs in weeks before Takaichi’s visit

Japan asks U.S. not to slap higher tariffs in weeks before Takaichi’s visit

Japan’s industry minister Ryosei Akazawa on Friday urged the United States not to impose higher tariffs than those agreed last year, as the two countries advance preparations for a meeting between their countries’ leaders later this month. Following talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington lasting about two hours, Akazawa told reporters they […]

Japan asks U.S. not to slap higher tariffs in weeks before Takaichi’s visit

Japan asks U.S. not to slap higher tariffs in weeks before Takaichi’s visit

Japan’s industry minister Ryosei Akazawa on Friday urged the United States not to impose higher tariffs than those agreed last year, as the two countries advance preparations for a meeting between their countries’ leaders later this month. Following talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington lasting about two hours, Akazawa told reporters they […]

Weekly Numerology Horoscope (9th- 15th March, 2026): A Week of Refinement, Inner Alignment, and Intentional Progress

Weekly Numerology Horoscope (9th- 15th March, 2026): A Week of Refinement, Inner Alignment, and Intentional Progress

As March unfolds, the energy matures. If the previous week helped you initiate action and communicate your intentions clearly, this one asks you to evaluate how effectively those actions are working. It is a week of subtle but powerful alignment. Conversations deepen. Decisions become more thoughtful. Emotional intelligence plays a larger role in outcomes. This […]

A Week of Refinement, Inner Alignment, and Intentional Progress

A Week of Refinement, Inner Alignment, and Intentional Progress

As March unfolds, the energy matures. If the previous week helped you initiate action and communicate your intentions clearly, this one asks you to evaluate how effectively those actions are working. It is a week of subtle but powerful alignment. Conversations deepen. Decisions become more thoughtful. Emotional intelligence plays a larger role in outcomes. This […]

Motorola’s most affordable 2026 foldable will come with two 50MP cameras and up to 18GB RAM

Motorola’s most affordable 2026 foldable will come with two 50MP cameras and up to 18GB RAM

As one of the foldable market’s strongest performers in 2025 (both around the world and in key regions like the US), Motorola has clearly set a pretty high bar of expectations for this year as well. This is the (nearly) complete Motorola Razr 70 spec sheet 6.9-inch primary OLED screen with 2640 x 1080 pixel […]

Karnataka to ban social media for children under-16, yet to figure out how to implement it

Karnataka to ban social media for children under-16, yet to figure out how to implement it

Bengaluru: Karnataka will ban social media access for children under 16 to prevent “adverse effects” of its increasing usage, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced Friday, though the state government is yet to decide how it will enforce the restriction. If implemented, Karnataka will become the first Indian state to impose such a ban. Last year, Andhra […]

SIA and Scoot extend cancellation of Middle East flights amid geopolitical tensions

SIA and Scoot extend cancellation of Middle East flights amid geopolitical tensions

SINGAPORE – Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot have extended their cancellation of flights between Singapore and the Middle East amid ongoing conflict in the region sparked by US-Israeli attacks on Iran on Feb 28. In a Facebook advisory posted on March 5, SIA said flights SQ494 (Singapore to Dubai) and SQ495 (Dubai […]

This Chinese villager found 10 grams of gold inside a Duck worth $1,800, sparking viral sensation online

This Chinese villager found 10 grams of gold inside a Duck worth $1,800, sparking viral sensation online

AI Generated A man from central China made a bizarre discovery while slaughtering a duck. Tiny particles of gold were lodged inside the bird’s stomach. The find, weighing around 10 grams and valued at nearly 12,000 yuan (about US$1,800), has gone viral online. Villager Liu, from Longhui county in Hunan province, reportedly said the ducks […]

Logitech Unveils Revitalized Hong Kong Office and Launches “Green Alliance” with ISVs

Logitech Unveils Revitalized Hong Kong Office and Launches “Green Alliance” with ISVs

HONG KONG, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Logitech, a global leader in PC peripherals and video conferencing solutions, yesterday announced the grand reopening of its newly renovated Hong Kong office in Lai Chi Kok. The upgraded space serves as a modern hub integrating intelligent technology with eco-friendly design, embodying the company’s “Simple, Smart, Sustainable” vision […]

Bangkok Design Week 2026 Sets the Stage as Asia’s Creative Hub

Bangkok Design Week 2026 Sets the Stage as Asia’s Creative Hub

Uniting Networks from Over 17 Countries to Drive Cross-Border Collaboration and Sustainable Regional Growth BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – As design increasingly proves its power to transform creativity into a strategic force of macroeconomic competitiveness, Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW2026), organized by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organization) or […]

‘F**k America, India, China’: Nepal PM Frontrunner Balen Shah’s 2025 Post Goes Viral, Triggers Outrage

‘F**k America, India, China’: Nepal PM Frontrunner Balen Shah’s 2025 Post Goes Viral, Triggers Outrage

Curated By : Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 13:54 IST Former Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah, widely known as Balen, is being considered as one of the frontrunners to lead Nepal’s next government as the country’s PM. Balendra Shah or Balen, the 35-year-old former Kathmandu Mayor (Photo: Facebook/Balen) Counting of votes is currently underway in Nepal as […]

Nepal’s Balen wave has stood its ground. Will it get youngest PM?

Nepal’s Balen wave has stood its ground. Will it get youngest PM?

Early indications of Nepal’s election results show that the newbie Rashtriya Swatantra Party is leading the race nationwide, with the old guard—Nepali Congress, the Communist Party of Nepal-UML, and the Nepali Communist Party—following behind. The election, which has been about the aspirations of the youth and a quest to replace the old guard with youthful […]

Año urges ‘caution’ over job offers, as PH probe into Chinese spy efforts continue

Año urges ‘caution’ over job offers, as PH probe into Chinese spy efforts continue

MANILA, Philippines — National Security Adviser Eduardo Año called on Filipinos, especially those in government, to be “cautious” of job offers that Chinese nationals use as a means to recruit spies.  In a three-part series, Rappler reported on three Filipinos apprehended by Philippine security agents for sending sensitive information related to the country’s defense and […]

Nepal’s early vote count puts ex-rapper’s party ahead

Nepal’s early vote count puts ex-rapper’s party ahead

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s party gained leads in early counting in Nepal’s general election, far outpacing his other rivals, including the country’s former ​prime minister who was forced to resign after a historic ‌youth-led uprising last year. Shah, 35, former mayor of the capital city of Kathmandu, has dominated the race to become Nepal’s PM during […]

Nepal’s early vote count puts ex-rapper’s party ahead

Nepal’s early vote count puts ex-rapper’s party ahead

Story by Reuters Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s party gained leads in early counting in Nepal’s general election, far outpacing his other rivals, including the country’s former ​prime minister who was forced to resign after a historic ‌youth-led uprising last year. Shah, 35, former mayor of the capital city of Kathmandu, has dominated the race to become […]

Influencers sold the world a fantasy Dubai – and now it’s gone in a puff of missile smoke

Influencers sold the world a fantasy Dubai – and now it’s gone in a puff of missile smoke

To be fooled by a mirage, you needn’t be lost in the desert. Sometimes, the illusion is strongest just when you thought you were safely home, posting from the pool about your teenage daughter’s spa party and your own glittering life in a city where “the possibilities are endless”, as they tend to be for […]

Israel-Iran war: What US 30-day waiver on purchase of Russian oil means for India – Russian oil waiver explained

Israel-Iran war: What US 30-day waiver on purchase of Russian oil means for India – Russian oil waiver explained

The US waiver allowing additional purchases of Russian crude over baseload offers short-term relief. (AI image) US-Israel-Iran war impact on India: The Donald Trump administration’s move ‘granting’ waiver to purchase Russian crude in lieu of the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz has important implications for India’s energy security. Around 90% of India’s […]