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Padma Lakshmi in a lily pond to Ranveer Singh popping confetti: Legendary Pirelli Calendar shot in India for the first time in 62 years

India, Oct. 25 -- On October 23, Pirelli unveiled the 53rd edition of its iconic Pirelli Calendar - called 'The Cal' - in New Delhi. For the first time since it launched in 1964, the calendar was shot... Read More


'Manipur cannot achieve lasting peace as long as a gun culture exists,' says CM Khemchand

India, Oct. 25 -- Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand on Sunday said neither progress nor lasting peace can be achieved in the troubled state as long as a gun culture persisted, as he visited Sina... Read More


"Stop baseless allegations, address security issues internally": Afghanistan hits back at Pakistan, cites over 1,100 civilian casualties

Kabul, Oct. 25 -- The Taliban-led administration has hit back at accusations from Pakistan, urging Islamabad to address its domestic security concerns through responsible dialogue rather than levellin... Read More


Shilpa Rao is heartbroken at being cut off, rushed off stage at Bollywood Music Project show; organisers blame curfew regulations for chaos

India, Oct. 25 -- What should have been a treat for music lovers in Mumbai turned out to be a chaotic affair with singer Shilpa Rao being rushed off stage in the middle of her performance at the Bolly... Read More


Enabling India's clean energy transition

India, Oct. 25 -- This article is authored by Harish Saran, managing director, Hindustan Power Exchange Limited. Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hindustan Times.... Read More


President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Bill

India, Oct. 25 -- President of India Droupadi Murmu has granted assent to the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) Bill 2026, which was passed by the Nagaland Assembly in September. Announc... Read More


'Magnificent': Modi applauds as fighter jets roar at air show finale in Varanasi

Varanasi, Oct. 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended the Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi held to commemorate the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force under the theme "... Read More


Former CJI Chandrachud calls for strengthening public hospitals, healthcare infrastructure

New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Sunday highlighted the vital role that public institutions play in driving national progress, making a strong pitch for strengthen... Read More


Behind the rise of India's Gen Z women in the workforce

India, Oct. 25 -- Here is a contradiction that sits at the centre of young India's relationship with gender. Female labour force participation has risen from 30% in 2019-20 to 40% in 2025, the sharpes... Read More


Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh visits seized Kuki camp after 17 arrested for impersonating SoO cadres

Imphal, Oct. 25 -- Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Sunday visited Sinai Camp in Khongbal Kuki village in Kangpokpi district, which was taken over by joint security forces after 17 peo... Read More