2026

Saudi Arabia arrests 11,300 illegal residents in week-long crackdown/Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s security authorities have arrested more than 11,000 people for violating residency, labour and border regulations during a nationwide crackdown over one week.The Ministry of Interior said the arrests were carried out between April 23 and April 29 through coordinated inspections involving multiple government…

Konkona Sen Sharma says that despite some progress in OTT and smaller films, big-budget movies still prioritise male heroes. After 25 years in the industry, she believes meaningful roles for women remain limited. She credits streaming platforms for change and is currently promoting her upcoming series Welcome to Khoya Mahal. Konkona Sen Sharma is among…

This week begins with a sweet exhale. Early week, you’ll feel like someone has opened the windows in your mind and let the stale air out. Family time comes naturally, not forced. A phone call, a quick visit, a small get together, and suddenly your mood lifts. You’ll find yourself saying yes to simple plans,…

SSC Stenographer exam 2026 SSC Stenographer exam 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will soon close the online application process for the Stenographer Grade C and Grade D examination 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official SSC website before the last date, May 15, 2026.This recruitment drive will be conducted for approximately 731 vacancies…

Recent AC explosions have caused fatalities and significant fires in Delhi and Ghaziabad. These incidents highlight risks from refrigerant leaks, poor maintenance, electrical faults, and improper installation. Experts advise regular servicing, using certified parts, and professional installation to prevent such dangerous failures. Air conditioners provide soothing relief in the scorching heat of peak summers and…

File photo of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals. A consortium of Lakshmi N Mittal, Aditya Mittal and Adar Pooonawala has acquired the IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals and its sister entities (Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals) for approximately $1.65 billion, TOI has learnt. A press release to the effect is expected to follow soon.After regulatory checks including…

NEW DELHI: Tensions flared at the counting centre in Bhowanipore, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s assembly constituency, a day before vote counting, after her TMC alleged that two vehicles displaying BJP flags were allowed inside the secured premises where EVMs are stored.Banerjee’s main opponent in Bhowanipore is BJP leader and West Bengal’s leader of…

Britain is changing airline rules to avoid airport chaos this summer as Middle East tensions raise / Image: file The UK government is preparing for possible summer travel disruption by allowing airlines to cancel or combine flights in advance without losing valuable airport slots. The temporary move comes as global jet fuel markets remain under…

Stock markets are heading into a crucial week, with investors likely to keep a close watch on state election results, crude oil prices and the ongoing Middle East conflict. Vote counting for assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry will begin on Monday, May 4, and analysts believe the results could…

Anushka Sharma has been away from the big screens for quite some time. She and Virat Kohli have been blessed with two kids – Vamika and Akaay. Recently, she took to her social media to share a post that talked about ‘summer holidays’. The actress sharing the post indicates her agreement with the message it…