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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. US President Donald Trump’s recent declaration of English as the official language of the US may seem relatively benign. Most residents already speak English and a majority of immigrants are eager to learn it.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title with a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the final at Dubai International Stadium on March 9. New Zealand, batting first, posted a total of 251 runs. In response, Rohit Sharma led with 76 runs, while contributions from KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, and Ravindra Jadeja ensured India’s victory.

Throughout the match, he stayed laser-focused, reacting passionately to every boundary and wicket, but post-match, he turned into a bit of a poet! During a lively interaction with former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu on Star Sports, Gambhir decided to sprinkle some shayari into the celebration.

bridalwear designer is calling an end to the industry he helped supersize. Sales of elaborate bridal outfits — typically weighing up to 17 pounds and costing more than $6,800 — are declining, according to Sabyasachi Mukherjee, who has dressed some of India’s most famous women, including billionaire heiress Isha Ambani. Modern brides are now looking for more low-key designs as part of a broader shift away from traditionally ostentatious wedding celebrations, he said. “The wedding industry in India as we know of it today is breathing its last,” Mukherjee said in an interview at his 25,000-square-foot (2,323 square meter) store in Mumbai.

K Appala Naidu has pledged financial support for families in his constituency, offering a fixed deposit of Rs 50,000 for every third child born as a girl. According to Naidu, this deposit could grow to Rs 10 lakh by the time she reaches marriageable age. If the third child is a boy, the family will instead receive a cow and a calf. «If the third child is a boy, we will give a cow and a calf. Will make a fixed deposit of Rs 50,000 if the third child is a baby girl. The Indian population has to rise,» Appala Naidu said on Sunday.

Mhow, Madhya Pradesh on Sunday during the victory celebration of Team India's ICC Champions Trophy win, an official said. Several vehicles were torched and vandalised, prompting authorities to heighten security in the area. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG, Rural) Nimish Agarwal told media that a preliminary investigation is going on into the incident.

Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), is just months away. Rockstar Games' parent company, Take-Two Interactive, has reassured fans that development is proceeding without major delays. During an earnings call, CEO Strauss Zelnick acknowledged that “there’s always a risk of slippage” but emphasised that they “feel really good about” the scheduled launch. If all goes as planned, GTA 6 will arrive in Fall 2025, with some sources pointing to a September release. However, going by Rockstar’s previous trends, the PC version might not debut until 2027 or 2028. Meanwhile, the company has confirmed in an interview with GameIndustry.biz that it has no plans to release GTA 6 on Game Pass at launch.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Designer label Shivan & Narresh has been growing in the holiday dressing space in India for 15 years. From swimwear and loungewear to demi couture, founders Shivan Bhatiya and Narresh Kukreja have expanded their resort chic offerings, with a generous use of vibrant prints and colour.

Dhanashree Verma, who recently ended her marriage with Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, took to Instagram on International Women’s Day to share a thought-provoking message. In her post, she quoted, “God is within her; she will not fall." She also penned a heartfelt caption that read, «To all the women out there, being fearless, truthful, strong, patient, and doing everything for their people, let’s celebrate us. Things will get better for us soon.» Her cryptic message quickly caught the attention of her followers, leading many to speculate that she was alluding to her recent separation from Yuzvendra Chahal.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said he aspires to see Araku coffee reach the status of a global brand like Starbucks in the future. While celebrating International Women's Day here, Naidu noted that Araku Coffee, grown by tribal farmers, has already gained international recognition. «One day, our Araku Coffee should emerge as another Starbucks. It should become an international brand. To achieve this, set up 100 pilot outlets,» said Naidu, addressing a large gathering of Women's Day celebrants. He emphasised that he had found a partner to promote and establish Araku Coffee centres and called for their expansion into every village and major panchayat, encouraging women to take the lead.

Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the banking sector must continue to innovate and lead amid changing global landscape, and exuded confidence that the country's largest bank SBI will embrace technology, sustainability and inclusivity as its guiding principles. Speaking at the launch of Platinum Jubilee celebrations of Foundation Day of State Bank of India (SBI), the minister also said SBI has continuously evolved to meet the changing landscape and retained its position as a market leader despite regulatory tightening. «The world is changing rapidly, and the banking sector must continue to innovate and also to lead. I am confident that SBI will rise to the occasion embracing technology, sustainability and inclusivity as its guiding principles,» Sitharaman said. She said SBI is reinventing its personal distribution channels to align with evolving customer expectations.

Jitendra Singh projected the space sector to surge to USD 44 billion in the near future, marking a nearly fivefold growth. According to the Ministry of Science & Technology, Dr Singh pointed to the National Space Innovation and Applications (NSIL) and In-SPACe, which have fostered collaboration between government and non-government entities, driving India's space economy to USD 8 billion. Addressing India's growing stature in global space exploration, Dr Jitendra Singh remarked, «Gone are the days when we used to take the lead from others. Now, India sets the cue for others to follow.»

Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan sharing a warm moment at an event went viral. The ‘Jab We Met’ co-stars were both guests at the IIFA 2025 award ceremony. A widely circulated video on social media captures the heartfelt moment when Kareena and Shahid embraced during the press conference. After greeting Shahid, Kareena proceeded to hug Karan Johar, who was also present. The duo briefly interacted, while other celebrities, including Kartik Aaryan, Kriti Sanon, and Karan Johar, joined them on stage. The unexpected sight of the ex-couple together sent fans into a frenzy, sparking waves of excitement online. Social media was soon flooded with reactions to the viral video. One user pointed out, «The awkwardness on Shahid’s face is so obvious,» while another expressed disbelief, exclaiming, «Whaaaaat!» A third fan commented, «I can’t believe my eyes!» while another enthusiastically wrote, «Jab We Met Again!» Several fans demanded a sequel to the beloved 2007 blockbuster, which also happened to be the pair's last film as co-stars.

International Women's Day in New Delhi on Saturday. He emphasised that multitasking, often seen as an inherent trait of women, is likely a role imposed by society, calling for solutions that stem from societal reform. «The remarkable women who shaped our Constitution proved that true leadership is built on compassion, humanism, and care—not just power or wealth,» Venkataramani said.

total lunar eclipse coinciding with the joyous celebration of Holi. This unique occurrence will showcase a breathtaking "Blood Moon," where the Moon takes on a striking red hue as it slips into Earth's shadow. In addition to the dramatic color shift, this eclipse will be a MicroMoon event, meaning the Moon will appear slightly smaller due to its distance from Earth.

40th wedding anniversary of Nita Ambani and Mukesh Ambani, a couple whose journey together has been nothing short of remarkable. The two exchanged vows on March 8, 1985, and over the decades, they have risen to prominence as key figures in India’s corporate landscape and philanthropic endeavors. As they celebrate this significant milestone, a nostalgic video from the pre-wedding festivities of their son, Anant Ambani, and his fiancée, Radhika Merchant, has been gaining immense popularity across social media platforms. The opulent pre-wedding celebrations of Anant and Radhika took place in Jamnagar, Gujarat, and were nothing short of a grand spectacle. With a dazzling array of performances by renowned artists, the event was attended by luminaries from various industries. However, one particular moment stood out and touched the hearts of many. A heartwarming clip surfaced online, showcasing Mukesh and Nita Ambani gracefully moving to the rhythm of the beloved Bollywood classic, «Pyar Hua Ikrar Hua Hai,» from the timeless film Shri 420. Clad in traditional ensembles—Mukesh donned a classic kurta-pyjama, while Nita exuded grace in a beautifully draped saree—their elegant performance exuded warmth, love, and a sense of nostalgia. The audience, enchanted by the moment, eagerly captured it on their smartphones, further adding to the joyful energy of the grand celebration.

International Women's Day uniquely, the Central Railways is operating a Vande Bharat Express with an all-women crew for the first time. The Vande Bharat Express (22223) sourcing from CSMT (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus) CSMT to the destination of Shirdi has an all-women crew today, including the loco pilot, assistant loco pilot, train manager, TCs and train Hostesses. Speaking to ANI, the Chief Public Relations Officer of the Central Railways said that they have taken same initiative in a goods trains also and will try to continue this initiative in other Vande Bharat trains too.

Khloé Kardashian appeared to have shut down plastic surgery rumours in the recent episode of her family show, The Kardashians. On Thursday's episode, Khloé was seen celebrating a milestone in life — turning 40 — as she was seen in denim at the Dolly Parton-inspired party, Page Six reported.

Chicago Fire left its fans in a stupor after killing off one of the show’s most loved characters. The 13th season of the series has taken a tragic route for one of the main characters. Chief Dom Pascal (Dermot Mulroney) has always remained a mystery to the world, yet his true self was always known to his wife Monica Pascal (KaDee Strickland). The couple faced numerous tests in Chicago Fire Season 13 before they started restoring their mutual happiness. The narrative for the couple in Episode 15, titled Too Close, took an irreversible tragic route.

Jennifer Lopez is not happy with the increased public sightings of her ex-husband Ben Affleck and his ex-wife Jennifer Garner. A Page Six report claims that Lopez can’t help but notice the many photos of Affleck and Garner together, especially as they have been rather tactile with each other, and that has sparked rumours that Affleck still has feelings for his first wife.

Jumma namaz after 2.30 pm here in the communally sensitive city of Uttar Pradesh, a senior police official on Friday said, adding seven companies of Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) have been deployed ahead of the festival. The new directive comes a day after a circle officer (CO) kicked up a row by saying that Holi is a festival that occurs once a year whereas Jumma namaz takes place 52 times a year. He said anyone who feels uncomfortable with the colours of Holi should stay indoors on that day. Sambhal Superintendent of Police (SP) Krishan Kumar on Friday told reporters that in view of Holi and the first Friday of Ramzan falling on the same day, seven companies of PAC have been deployed in the city. Complete peace prevails in the district and peace committee meetings are being organised at the mohalla level, he said. Asked about the discussions that took place in the meeting of the peace committee, the SP said, «Talks were held with key people from both sides in the district-level peace committee meeting and it was decided that the Jumma namaz will be held after 2.30 pm and people of the Hindu community will play Holi till 2.30 pm and go to their homes.»