UAE 3rd Largest Global Humanitarian Donor in 2025
The UAE cemented its role as a top global humanitarian donor in 2025, providing $1.46 billion in aid. Read about its major relief efforts in Gaza, Sudan, and global water initiatives.
The UAE cemented its role as a top global humanitarian donor in 2025, providing $1.46 billion in aid. Read about its major relief efforts in Gaza, Sudan, and global water initiatives.
The final day of Bazm-e-Virasat in Prayagraj featured fusion band Pakshee, literary discourse on Allahabad, ghazals, and retro classics, celebrating India's rich cultural heritage. Explore the highlights.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
Desert Vipers thrashed Sharjah Warriorz by 4 wickets in DP World ILT20. David Payne's 3/14 bowled Warriors out for 90, securing Vipers' playoff spot. Read the full match report.
Desert Vipers dominate Sharjah Warriorz by 4 wickets, chasing 91 with 37 balls to spare. David Payne's 3/9 and Sam Curran's 37* seal victory, confirming their top-two finish in ILT20. Read the full match report.
Heavy rain caused severe waterlogging in Dubai and Sharjah, disrupting traffic and flights. The viral scenes drew comparisons to Indian monsoon chaos. Read the full report.
Dubai Capitals secure a dominant 63-run victory over Sharjah Warriorz in ILT20. Mohammad Nabi's all-round brilliance and Sediqullah Atal's fifty seal the win. Read the full match report.
The 88th All India Kannada Literary Festival, slated for Ballari, faces indefinite delay due to leadership turmoil and financial concerns. Writers protest as the event's fate hangs on a court verdict.
Zimbabwe all-rounder Sikandar Raza expresses strong belief in his team's chances at the upcoming T20 World Cup. He highlights squad unity and recent performances as key factors.
Dubai's RTA suspends ferry services to Sharjah due to unsafe weather. Passengers urged to seek alternatives. No resumption timeline given. Safety is priority.
An Indian delivery worker, Abdul Gafoor, died in Sharjah after a wall collapsed on him during heavy rain. The incident highlights risks for migrant workers in extreme weather. Read more.
Severe weather forces RTA to suspend key intercity bus routes. Check real-time updates, alternative travel options, and safety advisories for commuters.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Javed Akhtar calls burqa 'peer pressure' in a viral video. His comments spark debate as Nitish Kumar faces backlash for pulling a doctor's hijab. Full story inside.
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will address the closing session of the Auroville Literary Festival on December 21. The festival, which began on Dec 15, features a unique language-based itinerary with distinguished speakers.
Tom Abell's 68 and Matheesha Pathirana's 3-wicket haul powered Sharjah Warriorz to an 11-run win over Gulf Giants in ILT20. Read the full match report and highlights here.
Madurai gears up for its first major literary festival, 'Sangam,' on Jan 30-31. Inspired by Jaipur, it will feature writers, artists & cultural events at heritage sites. Free entry with registration.
FirstSteps School hosts the Paper Trails Literary Fest 2025, uniting young readers with renowned authors. Discover how the festival is transforming reading into a shared, interactive experience for children.
Bangalore Literature Festival moves from hotel halls to the open grounds of historic Freedom Park, the city's former jail, celebrating ideas in a space once meant for confinement. Explore the new venue's impact.
A Mysuru school is buzzing with literary activities, hosting multiple competitions in preparation for the Panorama International Literature Festival 2026, scheduled from Jan 1 to Feb 14, 2026.
Desert Vipers chased down 171 vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in a last-over ILT20 finish. Hetmyer's 48 & Tanveer's 12-ball 31 sealed a dramatic win. Read full match report.
Discover how Meghalaya is reviving its economy through a unique creative focus—from literary festivals and local fruit wines to grassroots music and a cosmopolitanism rooted in Khasi culture.
From Kochi's sea views to Panaji's heritage spaces, India's art festivals are using location as a canvas. Explore how Serendipity, Kochi Biennale, and literary fests are changing art consumption and sparking new career paths like culinary arts.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
New Zealand legend Tim Southee, nearing 37, discusses managing a 14-year career across formats, the relevance of swing in T20s, and his dual role as player-coach in an exclusive chat.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad received two bomb threats on Thursday. An IndiGo flight from Sharjah landed safely before security protocols were activated. Details inside.
A bomb threat was received for an IndiGo flight arriving from Sharjah at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Security forces conducted a thorough check, and the flight landed safely. Read for details.
A bomb threat for an IndiGo flight from Sharjah triggered a major security alert at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. All passengers were safely evacuated. Read the full details.
Liam Livingstone smashed a 38-ball 82 to propel Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to a massive 233/4 and a 39-run win over Sharjah Warriorz in the World ILT20 opener. Watch live on Zee5.