French lawmakers have approved a bill that would ban children under 15 from using social media, a move supported by President Emmanuel Macron to limit screen time and protect young users. The National Assembly passed the bill after an overnight debate, with 130 members voting in favour and 21 against. The proposed law will now…
Inderjit Singh Bindra (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former BCCI president and veteran cricket administrator Inderjit Singh Bindra passed away on Sunday evening at his residence in New Delhi. He was 84. Bindra, a towering figure in Indian cricket administration for decades, breathed his last around 6:30 pm after his health deteriorated earlier in the afternoon,…
NEW DELHI: Veteran journalist and acclaimed author Mark Tully passed away at the age of 90 on Sunday at Max Hospital in Saket. The news was confirmed by his close friend and fellow journalist Satish Jacob. “Mark passed away at Max Hospital Saket this afternoon,” Jacob said. “He (Tully) was admitted to Max Hospital, Saket,…
Pioneering punk and goth rock drummer Kenny Morris has passed away at 68. Known for his work with Siouxsie and the Banshees, Morris was celebrated for his unique drumming style. He also pursued a career in painting, with his art exhibited in Dublin. His friend confirmed his passing, remembering him as a sweet and artistic…
Former Union minister and ex-IOA chief Suresh Kalmadi passes away in Pune PUNE: Former Union minister and senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passed away at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness. He was undergoing treatment at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital in Pune. According to his office, Kalmadi’s mortal remains will be kept at Kalmadi…
Veteran actor Mohanlal’s mother, Santhakumari Amma, passed away at 90 after a prolonged illness. A pillar of strength, she was a grounding influence on the superstar, offering unwavering support throughout his illustrious career. Her passing has prompted heartfelt tributes from the film fraternity and fans, celebrating her quiet dignity and the enduring bond she shared…
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson and former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia died on early Tuesday at the age of 80. A dominant figure in the country’s politics for decades, Zia remained the key rival of Sheikh Hasina, the long-serving leader now living in exile in New Delhi after being forced to flee amid nationwide…
Parliament has cleared the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, with the Rajya Sabha passing it on 18th December, completing the legislative process after Lok Sabha approval. The Bill brings major reforms to India’s nuclear governance framework, most notably by granting statutory status to the Atomic Energy Regulatory…
Parliament on Friday cleared the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G Ram G Bill, 2025, with the Rajya Sabha passing the legislation hours after its approval in the Lok Sabha, amid strong opposition protests and repeated demands for scrutiny by a parliamentary committee.Earlier, the lower house passed the Bill…
The Lok Sabha has passed the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, along with the Health and National Security Cess Bill, 2025, introducing a revised tax structure on so-called ‘sin goods’ such as tobacco, cigarettes, and pan masala. These bills are a crucial step toward replacing the GST compensation cess, which is scheduled to be phased…