September 13, 2025 – Page 4

Istanbul district mayor and 47 officials detained over corruption allegations in widening crackdown | World News

ANKARA: Turkish authorities on Saturday detained the mayor of an Istanbul district, along with 47 other officials, over allegations of corruption, as part of a widening crackdown on the country’s main opposition party. The state-run Anadolu Agency said the Istanbul chief prosecutor’s office ordered the detentions in connection with an investigation into alleged extortion, bribery, […]

Balancing act: Donald Trump dines with Qatar’s PM after Israeli strike in Doha; Rubio to meet Netanyahu next

Qatar PM Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani and Donald Trump (AP) US President Donald Trump hosted Qatar’s prime minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani for dinner in New York on Friday, days after an Israeli strike in Doha killed several Hamas officials. The meeting capped a day of high-level contacts between the Qatari […]

India’s official jersey sponsors will be finalised in 15-20 days: BCCI vice president Rajiv Shukla

BCCI vice president Rajiv Shukla on Saturday confirmed that the Indian cricket team’s new jersey sponsor will be finalised within the next two to three weeks. The bidding process for the sponsorship closes on September 16. India currently does not have a shirt sponsor in the ongoing Asia Cup after the board’s deal with online […]

India ramps up fight against dengue and malaria outbreaks; Union Health Ministry issues directives urging heightened vigilance

Due to widespread heavy rainfall and flooding impacting multiple states across India, the Union Health Ministry has taken precautionary steps by issuing a directive to all state Chief Ministers, urging heightened vigilance toward vector-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria. The Ministry has called for immediate and thorough preparations to mitigate the risk of outbreaks […]

‘Chased frail lady before kicking and stamping on her’: Indian-origin man kills mother in UK; jailed for life

A 39-year-old Indian-origin man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for savagely killing his 76-year-old mother at their home in Birmingham after a row over a television remote.Prolonged and violent assault Surjit Singh pleaded guilty to killing Mohinder Kaur in September last year. Birmingham Crown Court heard that Singh, intoxicated with cocaine and alcohol, chased […]

‘Post war’: Ex-Pakistan seamer reminds high stakes in India vs Pakistan match | Cricket News

India vs Pakistan cricket team (AP Photo) The countdown is on for one of cricket’s most high-octane showdowns. India and Pakistan will clash in a Group A Asia Cup 2025 match on Sunday, September 14, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking their first encounter since the cross-border tensions earlier this year. The fixture has […]

Homebound gets release date: Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor starrer to arrive in theatres on September 26, 2025 : Bollywood News

After making waves on the global festival circuit, Neeraj Ghaywan’s much-anticipated drama Homebound is all set for its theatrical release. On September 13, 2025, producer Karan Johar took to social media to announce that the film will release in cinemas worldwide on September 26, 2025. Sharing the update, Johar wrote, “No feeling is final. #Homebound […]

Want to study, work or settle in UAE? Don’t skip the Certificate of Equivalency: Here’s How to apply step by step | World News

Without a UAE Certificate of Equivalency, foreign degrees are not officially recognized, blocking university admissions, professional licensing, and Golden Visa eligibility/ Representative Image Whether you’re moving to the UAE to advance your career, begin university, or apply for long-term residency like the Golden Visa, one document is key to unlocking your future: the Certificate of […]

Ramadan in UAE: Essential rules, etiquette, and legal guidelines every expat should know | World News

During Ramadan in the UAE, expats must avoid eating, smoking, and wear modest clothing in public/Representative Image During the holy month of Ramadan, daily life in the UAE undergoes a noticeable shift. This period is marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims — but also brings important cultural and legal expectations for non-Muslim residents […]

The Battle of Shatrughat: Gurmeet Choudhary, Aarushi Nishank and Siddharth Nigam unite for historic saga : Bollywood News

The wait is finally over! The epic war drama, The Battle of Shatrughat, has been officially announced. Directed by Shahid Kazmi and beautifully written by Sajad Khaki and Shahid Kazmi, the film stars Gurmeet Choudhary, Aarushi Nishank, and Siddharth Nigam, promising plenty of drama, valour, and spectacle. The Battle of Shatrughat: Gurmeet Choudhary, Aarushi Nishank […]