Geneva, Aug 14 (IANS) The United Nations experts warned that institutionalised gender-based repression has further deepened under Taliban rule in Afghanistan, amid mounting restrictions on the Afghan population, particularly women and girls.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Svatantra Microfin Ltd -- promoted by Ananya Birla and Antimatter Media Pvt Ltd -- has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore through an initial public offering but the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) highlights several business, operational and governance risks.
Chennai, Aug 14 (IANS) The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has now cleared director Vysakh's eagerly awaited revenge thriller 'Khalifa', featuring actor Prithviraj in the lead, for release with a 'U/A' certificate.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The Centre’s Software Technology Park (STP) scheme, which has accelerated the expansion of India’s IT sector, has emerged as a major foreign exchange earner for the country with annual exports surpassing Rs 7.73 crore in financial year 2025-26, according to information tabled in Parliament by the Ministry of Electronics & IT.
Chennai, Aug 14 (IANS) Actor Vishal, who turns director with his Tamil-Telugu bilingual film 'Magudam', has now penned a heartfelt post ahead of the film's release on Friday saying he will not give up no matter what.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The Indian Railways has become the primary target for the Inter Services Intelligence-backed elements in recent months, according to an intelligence report.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In a major crackdown on international narcotics trafficking, the Special Staff of Delhi Police's South District on Friday dismantled an alleged Indo-Nepal drug syndicate and seized 106.250 kg of high-quality charas valued at approximately Rs 109 crore. Four Nepalese nationals have been arrested in connection with the case.
Melbourne, Aug 14 (IANS) Reigning Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) champions Melbourne Renegades on Friday said they have appointed Australian women's national team assistant coach Gavan Twining as their new head coach.
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Actress Bhagyashree recently gave a glimpse into her culinary exploration of Kashi, sampling some of the city’s traditional and comforting flavors.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In a significant relief to the Tamil Nadu government, the Supreme Court on Friday stayed a Madras High Court order that had quashed the state's decision to provide government jobs to the family members of those killed in the Karur stampede last year.
