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Hijab isn’t the issue. It’s the absence of choice

The sentencing of Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi exposes a deeper global conflict regarding the hijab, illustrating how true empowerment hinges entirely on a woman's individual freedom of choice.

Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon participation in doubt after injury scare during practice

Emma Raducanu's Wimbledon participation is uncertain after she cut short a practice session due to a lingering right foot injury. Latest injury update, fitness concerns, Queen's Club form, opening-round opponent Antonia Ruzic, and Wimbledon 2026 news

PM Modi hands over patrol vessel to Seychelles to boost maritime security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles for its Golden Jubilee National Day, handing over a high-speed Fast Patrol Vessel to reinforce maritime security and strengthen bilateral defence cooperation.

Gwadar reroutes Tajikistan’s Afghan dependency. Chabahar ends it

The Iran-Tajikistan corridor through Chabahar does not pass through Afghanistan. It leverages Iranian territory and Turkmen and Uzbek networks under treaty-backed protocols, connecting to infrastructure developed for Iran’s Central Asian strategy.

Aadarsha Kutumbam: Venkatesh-Trivikram Srinivas' upcoming film locks release date

Venkatesh Daggubati and Trivikram Srinivas' upcoming collaboration Aadarsha Kutumbam has set a release date. The film also stars Srinidhi Shetty. Read to know more.

K. Bhagyaraj's family fulfils his last wish, donates his eyes

Legendary Tamil filmmaker and actor K. Bhagyaraj died after suffering a cardiac arrest. He is survived by his wife, actor Poornima Bhagyaraj, and their children, actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj and daughter Saranya Bhagyara.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi's India call-up: Are selectors grooming him as India's long-term T20 opener?

Vaibhav's India selection is about more than immediate success. Here's why the selectors appear to be grooming the teenage sensation as India's long-term T20 opener and what it means for the future

The IRGC: Iran’s most powerful force that outwits formidable rivals, remains an enigma

IRGC critics call it a “state within a state” and an opaque military-security complex that projects Iranian power to the world and wields massive influence over domestic politics and the economy. It is a military force, an intelligence organisation, and economic conglomerate.

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce to host 1,000 guests? Why Madison Square Garden could be the perfect wedding venue

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are reportedly set to marry, and if rumors are true, the venue will be the famous Madison Square Garden. While many, including cops, refuse to believe it, Madison Square Garden could actually be the perfect choice for their wedding despite the odds.

What are the chances US-Iran agreement will work out? Expert says less than 50%. Here's why

Professor Peter Kuznick warns the US-Iran ceasefire faces a less than fifty per cent chance of success, driven by deep-rooted historical mistrust and domestic political opposition within both nations.

Notes from the Last Row: Choi Hyun Wook-Jin Kyung's scene sparks debate online

A scene from Notes from the Last Row featuring Choi Hyun Wook and Jin Kyung has sparked contrasting reactions from netizens. Read more to know about the issue and reaction of the audience.

Hezbollah's Naim Qassem calls US-Israel-Lebanon framework 'humiliating' warns against surrendering 'sovereignty'

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected the US-Israel-Lebanon framework as "humiliating" and "null and void," warning it legitimises Israeli occupation.

Countries even world's strongest passports struggle to enter

Even top-tier passports like Singapore’s cannot overcome geopolitical barriers such as active war zones, political isolation, and strict immigration controls in heavily restricted nations like North Korea and Afghanistan.

Waiting for The East Palace? 6 Must-watch k-dramas and films of Roh Yeon Seo you shouldn't miss
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As the buzz around the upcoming show The East Palace grows with each day, here are a few of the shows by actress Roh Yeon Seo you shouldn't miss watching.

Welcome To The Jungle is fun, but here's why the original Welcome remains iconic

On Friday, Akshay Kumar's Welcome To The Jungle released in theatres, and the comedy film continues to receive positive reviews. But can it surpass the love the original 2007 movie received from fans?

FIFA World Cup 2026: Colombia vs Portugal preview, predicted lineups, team news, score prediction and kick-off time

Colombia and Portugal battle for top spot in FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K at Hard Rock Stadium. Preview, predicted lineups, team news, head-to-head, form and match prediction

Earthquake jolts Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi-NCR, no casualties reported so far

As per details the quake struck at a depth of 100 km, 177 km east of Kunduz in Afghanistan.

How the Bear honoured Rob Reiner through an iconic Princess Bride line | Explained

Filmmaker Rob Reiner got a warm tribute in the last season of The Bear. The late Hollywood icon made a cameo appearance in the Emmy-winning series in season 4 as restaurant consultant, Albert Schnurr.

Trisha Krishnan remembers final meeting with K Bhagyaraj before his demise: 'We were just sharing a meal together'

Following the demise of veteran filmmaker K Bhagyaraj, who died on Saturday at the age of 73, social media is flooded with tributes. Now, actor Trisha Krishnan has remembered the filmmaker with an emotional message.