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Meena Kumari's iconic 'Pakeezah' restored; to premiere in France
The iconic Bollywood film Pakeezah (1972), starring Meena Kumari, is set to return to the silver screen in a 4K restored version. The restoration was done by the Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) and took two years.
Try these chickpea-based recipes today
Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are a staple in many cuisines around the world.
Want a less crowded France trip? Try these places
France is famous for its rich culture and history, drawing millions of tourists every year.
Zuckerberg, Musk call for more AI data centers at G20
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla's Elon Musk have called for the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers.
France's most overhyped tourist spots
France is a country famous for its rich culture, history, and beautiful landscapes.
'Emily in Paris' S06: Cast, plot, premiere date
The hit dramedy series Emily in Paris is returning for a sixth season.
HAL to develop next-generation helicopter engine with France's Safran
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a final contract to co-develop a next-generation helicopter engine.
North Korea could have 80-120 nuclear warheads: South Korea
South Korea's Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back has claimed that North Korea could have between 80 and 120 nuclear warheads, more than double the White House's estimate of 57.
Ye's concerts become Russia's biggest Western act since Ukraine war
Controversial rapper Ye (Kanye West) will perform two shows in St. Petersburg this October, making him the most high-profile Western artist to visit Russia since its invasion of Ukraine four years ago.
Indian diaspora could help UPI expand globally
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the body behind India's popular mobile payments system, is eyeing global expansion.
India, France to co-develop sixth-generation fighter jets
India has taken a major step toward joining the club of advanced military powers by initiating efforts to co-develop sixth-generation (6G) fighter jets.
Government spent ₹557cr on PM Modi's foreign trips since 2021
The Union government has spent ₹557.5 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed in Parliament on Thursday.
Paris prosecutor probes workplace bullying after suicide attempts
The Paris state prosecutor has launched a preliminary investigation into allegations of workplace bullying in government departments in France.
Greece: Pilot, official killed in helicopter collision
A tragic incident occurred in Greece on Sunday when two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a major wildfire.
Migrant crossings: Over 48,000 people returned to Morocco from Spain
Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta has been the epicenter of a massive migrant surge, with over 50,000 people crossing the border by land and sea.
Is climate change to blame for Europe's severe wildfires?
A recent scientific analysis has found that the climate crisis has greatly increased the likelihood of extreme heat and drought in Spain and France, fueling massive wildfires.
French ex-pilot, who claimed India lost Rafales, 'spied' for China
Former French Navy pilot Pierre-Henri Chuet is under investigation in France for allegedly passing sensitive military information to Chinese agents.
George, Amal Clooney evacuate French home amid Europe wildfires
Hollywood actor George Clooney and his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, have been forced to evacuate their home in Brignoles, southeastern France, reported People.
France's blazes are so powerful they created fire-generated thunderstorm
Europe is witnessing a new era of mega wildfires, with blazes in southwestern France burning so intensely that they have created a fire-generated thunderstorm, experts say.
This Airbus flew nonstop for 24-hours. 3.5M people tracked it
Airbus's new passenger jet, the A350-1000ULR, has successfully completed an ultra-long test flight from Australia to France.
Europe's wildfires may continue to burn until November
European Union officials have warned that wildfires could still be burning until early November.
Think twice before visiting these French hotspots
France is famous for its beautiful landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture.
Mount Olympus makes it to UNESCO's World Heritage list
After waiting for over a decade, Mount Olympus, the mythical home of ancient Greek gods, has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage list.
France, Spain wildfires force 3.25L people to evacuate homes
France and Spain are grappling with massive wildfires that have forced over 325,000 people to evacuate their homes. The fires are some of the worst in history for both countries.
Over 300,000 people evacuated as wildfires rage across France, Spain
Over 300,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in France and Spain due to raging wildfires, the BBC reported.
Violent attacks on crypto holders surge 33% globally
The world of cryptocurrency is witnessing a worrying trend: a rise in violent attacks against crypto holders.
Wildfires rage in France, Spain; over 1.6L people evacuated
Over 1.6 lakh people have been evacuated from southwestern France and the Madrid region of Spain as massive wildfires continue to spread, according to AFP.
Chinese mathematicians win Fields Medal for first time
Chinese mathematicians Hong Wang and Yu Deng have made history by winning the prestigious Fields Medal, often considered the Nobel Prize of mathematics.
Vision-restoring chip gains EU approval
Science Corporation, a start-up specializing in innovative brain-computer interfaces (BCI), has received approval from Europe's medical device regulator to market its vision-restoring device.
First in EU: France bans social media for teens
France has become the first European Union (EU) country to ban social media access for children under 15.
US eases 500% tariff threat against India, China
United States lawmakers have introduced a revised version of the Russia sanctions bill.
'Power of Black': Amitabh's tweet on French footballers sparks row
A recent tweet by Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has sparked controversy amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.
Why EU wants France to amend social media ban law
The European Union (EU) has advised France to modify its proposed law banning social media for users under the age of 15.
Man arrested after climbing Eiffel Tower to hang US flag
A man was arrested on July 4 after he climbed the Eiffel Tower in Paris to hang a United States flag.
India's middle class set to drive 93% of consumer spending
India's burgeoning middle class is set to be the country's biggest economic driver in the coming decade, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday.
Oil firms lost ₹74,781cr amid Middle East conflict: Hardeep Puri
State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) suffered losses of almost ₹74,781 crore between April and June due to rising global crude oil prices amid the Middle East conflict.
SS Rajamouli honored with a plaque at France's Institut Lumiere
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli was recently honored with a plaque at the prestigious Institut Lumiere in Lyon, France.
Why India's highways can withstand extreme heat but Europe's can't
Europe is facing a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures above 40°C causing widespread disruption like water shortages and infrastructure damage. Over 1,000 people have also died since June 21.
'Harsher summers ahead': WHO calls current Europe heatwave 'rehearsal'
The World Health Organization's European region director, Hans Kluge, has warned that the latest heatwave in Europe is just a "dress rehearsal" for worse conditions to come.
World Bank ditches climate lending target amid US pressure
The World Bank Group has decided to "retire" its goal of allocating 45% of annual lending resources to projects with climate co-benefits.