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At 106, tireless French cyclist hops back in the saddle

Marchand in 2012 set a world record for a 100-year-old when he cycled 24 kilometers in an hour.

28 Oct 2018 12:47 PM IST

When Swara Bhasker was rejected by a director for 'looking...

The "Veere Di Wedding" actor said today the digital platform has become an alternate medium for actors in terms of...

28 Oct 2018 11:58 AM IST

The team of Cheat India.

Post #MeToo allegations, Emraan Hashmi to let go of Cheat India...

Emraan Hashmi is currently shooting in Ladakh and reportedly doesn't know about the matter in talks.

27 Oct 2018 2:48 PM IST

According to Hattangadi, the victim approached him saying that Johri sought sexual favours from her while serving as the BCCI CEO. (Photo: PTI)

#MeToo: Another woman accuses BCCI CEO Rahul Johri for asking sexual...

The latest claims surfaced after Shishir Hattangadi took to Twitter and revealed he was ready to testify against Johri.

27 Oct 2018 12:26 PM IST

The pair have bonded, Hannan, Sea Lifes penguin department supervisor said. (Photo: Facebook Screengrab/ @sydneyaquarium)

Australia's same-sex penguin couple become parents

Sphen and Magic had caught the attention of aquarium workers when they were constantly seen waddling around and going...

26 Oct 2018 11:07 AM IST

Edulji and seven BCCI state units wanted Johri to be sacked but Rai said a probe is necessary before a call is taken on that. (Photo: AFP)

#MeToo: Divided COA sets up committee to probe allegations against...

The Vinod Rai-led COA committee said that Johri has submitted his response to the show-cause notice issued against him.

26 Oct 2018 10:25 AM IST

Apart from Vikas Bahl, Anurag Kashyap and Vikamaditya Motwane, Phantom Films fourth member was Madhu Mantena.

Vikas Bahl controversy: Hearing in defamation case filed by filmmaker...

In his application, Bahl pleaded the court to direct Kashyap and Motwane to delete the "defamatory" posts.

26 Oct 2018 9:42 AM IST

Chatterjee, who is FERC Commissioner, would replace Kevin McIntyre as chairman of the prestigious agency. McIntyre resigned on October 22 citing health reasons. (Photo: Wikipedia)

Donald Trump picks Indian-American as chairman of key energy...

Trump designated Indian-American Chatterjee as chairman of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

25 Oct 2018 1:07 PM IST

Reflecting on his international career, the smashing batsman stated that he was fortunate enough to go across the globe and share the dressing room with all the recent legends of the game. (Photo: AP)

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo bids adieu to international...

The 35-year-old, however, will remain available for the franchise T20 cricket leagues.

25 Oct 2018 11:40 AM IST

At not even 30, Divya Nag is leading Apples special projects focusing on health. (Photo: divyanag.com)

3 Indian-Americans named in Time Magazine's 'health care 50' list

The three Indian-Americans included in the list are Divya Nag, Dr Raj Panjabi and Atul Gawande.

24 Oct 2018 1:10 PM IST

With 194 maximums to his name, Rohit could now dethrone the legendary Sachin Tendulkars record of 195 ODI sixes when the Men in Blue lock horns with the visitors in the second ODI on Wednesday. (Photo: AFP)

Chance for Rohit Sharma to breach Sachin Tendulkar's ODI batting...

Kohli and hitman Rohit Sharma stitched a huge 246-run stand to guide their side to a comfortable win in the opening ODI...

24 Oct 2018 12:42 PM IST

Patients suffering from tuberculosis may soon have a new and effective treatment option, suggests a recent study. (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists create new tuberculosis drug that cures 8 in 10 patients

The World Health Organization says currently only 55 per cent of people with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis are...

24 Oct 2018 10:36 AM IST