Personalities

Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned as vice president in July citing health reasons, has not yet been allotted his official post-retirement residence. He currently stays at a private farmhouse in Chhatarpur, despite requesting the entitlement from the Housing Ministry

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued his 2026 New Year message in Hindi for the first time, urging global leaders to prioritise development over military spending. He warned of rising conflicts, humanitarian crises and soaring defence budgets, calling for peace and poverty reduction

Telugu actor Allu Sirish announced he will marry fiancée Nayanika on March 6, 2026, the same date as his brother Allu Arjun’s wedding. The couple got engaged in October 2024, and Sirish recently starred in the film 'Buddy'

Actor Anupam Kher shared an emotional birthday tribute for Anil Kapoor on his 69th birthday, praising their long friendship, Kapoor’s kindness and talent, and acknowledging his quiet support after Satish Kaushik’s passing, wishing him health, happiness and continued success

Amitabh Bachchan praised his grandson Agastya Nanda’s performance in “Ikkis,” portraying Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. Bachchan lauded Nanda’s maturity, honesty, and on-screen presence, calling the film flawless and emotionally moving

Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, was awarded Saudi Arabia’s highest civilian honour, the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellence, during his official visit. The accolade recognizes his role in strengthening Pakistan-Saudi strategic and defence ties

Before nominating APJ Abdul Kalam as India’s 11th President, BJP suggested Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who declined, citing democratic precedent. Vajpayee built consensus across parties, maintained a strong bond with Lal Krishna Advani, and handled crises like the 2001 Parliament attack

Madhuri Dixit returns to the screen with thriller 'Mrs. Deshpande', saying she now chooses only exciting, well-crafted roles. The actress stressed the importance of strong writing and direction, as she plays a serial killer in the Nagesh Kukunoor-directed series

Actress Soha Ali Khan shared a fun video showing her gym routine turning into a playful puppy chase. The fitness enthusiast amused fans with her pet parenting moments, workout humour and glimpses from her active lifestyle shared on social media 

The Delhi High Court directed social media intermediaries to act within seven days on Sunil Gavaskar’s plea to protect his personality rights, treating his suit as a complaint under IT Rules, 2021. Gavaskar seeks removal of unauthorised online use of his name and likeness

Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday and 50 years in cinema sparked massive celebrations across Tamil Nadu and worldwide, with 4K re-releases, concerts and themed parties. Political leaders and fans paid tributes as theatres filled with festive crowds honouring the superstar’s unparalleled cultural impact and enduring legacy

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will not attend the Oslo ceremony; her daughter will accept the award. Machado, recognized for promoting democracy in Venezuela, has been largely absent from public life and barred from running against President Maduro

Bigg Boss 19 contestant Tanya Mittal, mocked for her extravagant claims, received support from her parents, who urged viewers to be humane and avoid targeting the family. They praised her composure in the house and asked her to stay strong

Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian fashion designer, passed away at 91, prompting global tributes. From Ralph Lauren, Anna Wintour, Donatella Versace to stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Julia Roberts and Russell Crowe, admirers hailed Armani’s elegance, humility, and enduring influence across fashion, film, and culture

Union Health Minister JP Nadda credits Ayushman Bharat for historic health sector growth: Over 41 crore health cards issued & 8.59 crore hospital admissions covered

White Lotus Day is observed on 8th May, as a commemoration within the Theosophical Society across 70 countries, honouring Helena Blavatsky who passed away on this date in 1891. The 120-year-old inspiring structure of the Hyderabad Theosophical Society was gifted to the society by Pestonji Dossa 

Kasturirangan had a pivotal role to play in the transformation of ISRO into a formidable space exploration agency competing with the best in the world

The photograph shows Meghan, and Lilibet, dressed in white ensembles, walk barefoot across the grass, hand in hand. Lilibet's red hair, a trait she inherited from her dad, Prince Harry, flows behind her

Test results indicate that he is suffering from a polymicrobial infection that requires a second change in his drug therapy, says Vatican spokesman

'Animals' was supposed to begin production in 2024 but faced significant delays. The film, headlined and helmed by Affleck, is now scheduled to start the filming process in April

The former Prime Minister, most remembered for economic reforms, also shaped nation’s foreign policy in the first decade of this century

The actor took to Instagram and shared a candid picture of herself with her husband, cricketer KL Rahul. In the black-and-white shot, the couple is seen sitting together and striking a pose. Another photo features the text: "Slow down, often count your blessings, be kind to your heart, believe in new beginnings

The actor took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and re-shared a post from the publishers of the book. She wrote on the picture, "In Her Defence, a tribute to the strength of women in the Armed Forces. Kudos to @navdeepsinghindia & @lenswandererart for this incredible work."

The nation remembers him as an astute and gentle statesman whose stature transcends the political divide and whose contribution to the country’s progress has few parallels