transatlantic slave trade Captive Africans being transferred to ships along the Slave Coast for the transatlantic slave trade, c. 1880. / Image: Brittanica The United Nations General Assembly has voted to recognise the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity”, in a move supporters say is aimed at…
Gujarat Titans’ captain Shubman Gill (AP Photo/Ajit Solanki) Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has joined the growing list of Indian players voicing concerns over the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League, stating that it “takes the skill out of the game.”Gill’s remarks come shortly after similar criticism from players like Rohit Sharma, Hardik…
Volkswagen India is preparing to launch the updated Volkswagen Taigun in the Indian market. The SUV has been spotted testing on multiple occasions, indicating that its debut is imminent. The recent launch of its sibling, the Skoda Kushaq facelift, further suggests that the Taigun’s arrival is near. The facelifted Taigun is expected to be introduced…
JEE Main session 2 exams 2026 NTA JEE Main session 2 admit card 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the admit cards for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 exam. According to various media reports, the exam admit card will be released by March 31, 2026. The JEE Main exam…
Director Harish Shankar dismisses online trolls targeting his film ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh,’ stating he doesn’t take them seriously as they lack identity and accountability. He emphasizes his focus on the film’s output and his personal achievement in releasing it under pressure, asserting he only reacts to abusive language or crossed limits. Director Harish Shankar has…
Kolkata, often celebrated for its cultural richness, has steadily evolved into a city that offers refined and luxurious urban living. From heritage neighbourhoods to modern planned townships, the city presents a wide range of premium residential hotspots that cater to high-end lifestyles. These areas stand out due to their superior infrastructure, connectivity, greenery, and access…
Samsung recently expanded its mid-range A-series with two new smartphones — Galaxy A55 and A35. The more expensive Samsung Galaxy A55 starts at Rs 39,999 and is the first mid-range Smartphone from Samsung to come with 12GB RAM. However, the 12GB RAM variant is priced at Rs 45,999. The smartphone features a Full HD+ display,…
Spencer Johnson has not played any competitive game since last year’s IPL. NEW DELHI: The announcement of Spencer Johnson as a replacement for the injured Nathan Ellis for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has created quite an uproar. There had been a bit of mystery around Johnson’s signing…
Anupam Kher began his film journey in the 1980s with Mahesh Bhatt’s ‘Saaransh’ and it remains one of his most memorable roles. Thus, to express gratitude to Bhatt who he considers ‘guru’ he still follows a ritual. In a recent interview, Anupam revealed that after every film, he gives Bhatt Rs 25,000 to Bhatt, a…
President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) In the Oval Office on Thursday, Donald Trump made a joke about Pearl Harbour to the Japanese prime minister’s face. It lasted seconds. It undid…