Day: December 12, 2025

Vinesh Phogat Confirms Comeback for 2028 Olympics

Arijit Bose

Chandigarh: In a surprising and emotional turn of events, India’s star wrestler Vinesh Phogat has officially reversed her decision to retire, announcing that she will return to competitive wrestling with a firm goal in sight—the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Months after stepping away from the mat and briefly entering politics, Vinesh has reignited hopes among fans and the wrestling fraternity. In a heartfelt post shared on social media, she revealed that her journey in the sport is far from over. According to Vinesh, ever since the Paris Olympics, people repeatedly…

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DRDO Hands Over Indigenous High-Voltage Power Supply to Armed Forces

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s defence technology capabilities, DRDO formally handed over an indigenously developed high-voltage power supply system from Versabyte Data Systems Pvt Ltd to the armed forces at DRDO Bhawan. The handover was witnessed by senior DRDO officials and defence leadership. Developed under DRDO’s Technology Development Fund (TDF), the power supply will be used in airborne self-protection jammers, supporting both pulse and continuous-wave operations critical for aircraft survivability. This marks a significant step in transitioning advanced defence technologies from laboratories to operational deployment. Versabyte, a…

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Modi and Trump Stress Maintaining Momentum in Strengthening India-US Trade Ties

Arijit Bose

New Delhi/Washington: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a cordial telephone conversation, underlining the importance of sustaining momentum in boosting bilateral trade and advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. The discussion, occurring amid ongoing negotiations for a Bilateral Trade Agreement, focused on deepening cooperation across key sectors, including critical technologies, energy, defence, and security. Both leaders highlighted the strategic value of initiatives such as the India-US COMPACT framework—Catalysing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce, and Technology—to drive innovative collaborations. Prime Minister Modi described the conversation…

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Karan Johar Praises Aditya Dhar, Calls Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Outstanding

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Filmmaker Karan Johar has lauded the action-packed movie ‘Dhurandhar’, describing it as “outstanding” and expressing admiration for director Aditya Dhar and lead actor Ranveer Singh. The film, which also features Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and R. Madhavan, has been dominating the box office since its release on 5 December 2025. Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, Johar wrote, “Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh, and Shashwat Sachdeva (my favorite Ranveer performance) deserve immense appreciation. Congratulations to Jio Studios and the entire cast and crew.” Bollywood stars have joined the praise.…

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Kritika Kamra Says “The Great Shamsuddin Family” Felt Like Coming Home

Arijit Bose

Delhi: Actress Kritika Kamra, who has spent much of her life in Delhi, says her deep connection with the city helped her immerse herself in her role in the upcoming film “The Great Shamsuddin Family”. Directed by Anusha Rizvi, the slice-of-life movie was shot entirely in Delhi and celebrates the city’s warmth, humor, and everyday chaos. Kritika shared with IANS, “In many ways, this movie felt like coming home. Every street reflected something from my own life, and every corner we filmed in had a memory.” She added that shooting…

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Oliver Peake Named Captain of Australia’s Under-19 World Cup Squad

Arijit Bose

Canberra: Oliver Peake, the left-handed batsman who played a pivotal role in Australia’s 2024 Under-19 World Cup triumph in South Africa, has been appointed captain of the Australian squad for the upcoming ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. The tournament will take place in Zimbabwe and Namibia, starting on 15 January 2026. Peake, 19, made a significant impact last year despite joining the 2024 squad as an injury replacement, scoring 120 runs in four innings and finishing with an unbeaten 46 in the final against India. He also impressed recently…

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Ponting Criticizes Jofra Archer After Heated Exchange with Steve Smith in Brisbane Test

Arijit Bose

Brisbane: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has criticized England fast bowler Jofra Archer following a tense on-field confrontation with Australian skipper Steve Smith during the second Test in Brisbane. Ponting described Archer’s actions as “embarrassing” for both himself and the England team. The incident began when Smith attempted a daring shot over the slip cordon, prompting Archer to respond with verbal jabs. The stump microphone captured exchanges between the two, including Archer’s remark, “Likes to play shots when there’s not much on the scoreboard,” and Smith’s retort, “You bowl fast…

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Trump Warns Russia-Ukraine Conflict Could Escalate into Global War

Arijit Bose

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Thursday cautioned that the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine could potentially escalate into a global war if hostilities continue. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump highlighted that 25,000 people, mostly soldiers, were killed in the war last month alone. “I want the killing to end. Wars like this can escalate into third world wars,” Trump said, expressing frustration over the continuing violence. He reaffirmed his call for an immediate halt to hostilities, following the signing of an Executive Order aimed at…

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Sao Paulo Faces Widespread Blackout: Millions Left in Darkness as Storm Disrupts Travel

Arijit Bose

Sao Paulo: A severe storm has left over 1.4 million people in Sao Paulo without electricity, causing significant travel disruptions across the city. Strong winds  toppled trees onto the city’s power lines, forcing the cancellation of nearly 400 flights, though no casualties have been reported. The Italian utility company Enel has yet to provide a timeline for power restoration. Executive Marcelo Puertas stated that around 1,300 employees are actively working to resolve the crisis. City authorities confirmed that 231 trees fell during the extratropical storm, affecting both Congonhas Airport and…

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India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel Begins Commercial Service

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: India marked a major step in its green maritime push as Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Shri Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off the commercial operation of the country’s first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel at Namo Ghat. The vessel is the first in India to demonstrate hydrogen fuel cell propulsion in a maritime setting and features fully indigenous technology. It operates on a Low Temperature Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell system that converts stored hydrogen into electricity, releasing only water as a byproduct. Speaking on…

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