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Oxford Museum is returning a 500-year-old statue to India. Here's why
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has returned a bronze statue of Saint Tirumankai Alvar, dating back to the 16th century. Stolen during the 19th century, the idol made its way to the UK institute in 1967 through an auction held by Sotheby's
Second hand phones in trend? Refurbished smartphone market booms as buyers seek cheaper, eco-friendly options
The second-hand market for smartphones has surged in recent years, borne up by lower prices as well as interest in eco-friendly consumption.
CIA station in Saudi Arabia hit by Iranian drone attack: Report
The US Embassy in Riyadh came under attack earlier this week, prompting Washington to urge Americans to flee all West Asian nations from Egypt eastward
Japan in talks with India to explore for rare earths deposits
Like Japan, India wants to cut dependence on Chinese imports by developing industrial-scale facilities to process rare earth elements to high purity levels, again with Japan potentially offering the necessary technology.
Musk’s X and xAI move to repay $17.5B debt in full: Bloomberg report
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s X and artificial intelligence startup xAI are preparing to repay roughly $17.5 billion in debt to the companies, including high-yield bonds redeemed at a premium, in a sweeping balance sheet reset ahead of major corporate restructuring and a potential SpaceX IPO.
Putin calls for West Asia ceasefire in talks with Gulf leaders as Iran conflict widens
Russian President Vladimir Putin urged a ceasefire inWest Asia during phone calls with the leaders of several Gulf states on Monday as the war triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran spreads throughout the region
Tens of thousands gather at MWC as telecom industry bets on AI
Tens of thousands gathered at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The meet focuses on this year's edition of the telecoms trade fair marked by efforts to integrate AI into networks.
Airtel, Google partner to check spam in messages
Airtel claims to have blocked a staggering 7,100 crore spam calls and 290 crore spam SMSes that has led to a huge 68.7 per cent decrease in the value of financial losses on its network through its AI enabled tools in the last 1.5 years.
Dollar gains, euro slips as US–Israel strikes on Iran spark global flight to safety
The euro slid, Swiss franc rose and dollar jumped on Monday as investors sought safety after the US and Israel bombed Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and raising the risk of protracted conflict in the Middle East
'Yunus destroyed Bangladesh by supporting Jihadists': Taslima Nasrin shares plight of minorities
Sharing her take on the ongoing turbulence in Dhaka, Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasrin said former Chief Advisor and Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus 'destroyed the country' by supporting the jihadist elements
Where to celebrate Holi in India for the biggest, boldest experience
Holi in India isn’t just a festival - it’s a full-blown spectacle. Here are the top destinations you must visit for a celebration like never before
Iran-Israel-US war: World leaders react cautiously as fears grow of a wider war
World leaders react after U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran, with Russia slamming the attacks and Norway raising questions over international law.
Netflix walks away from Warner Bros deal, clearing the path for Paramount: Here's what happened
On Thursday, Warner's board announced that Skydance-owned Paramount’s latest offer to buy the entire company for $31 per share was superior to the agreement it had previously struck with Netflix
EXCLUSIVE | Bosco Martis shares his favourite song choreographies, reveals football helped him become a performer
Bosco Martis marks 25 years in Bollywood, launching BLM Music with Downtown ft. Tiger Shroff. In an exclusive interview with Zinia Bandyopadhyay, he reveals how his football roots shape his choreography and storytelling.
90% rise in Al Qaeda, Islamic State attacks as terror spikes in West Africa: US think tank
Terrorists linked to Al Qaeda and the Islamic State are ramping up their attacks on the borderlands between three West African nations: Niger, Benin and Nigeria, a think tank report has revealed.
Watch: An AI monk for spiritual advice? Japan unveils AI powered robot priest
Japan has unveiled a robot monk powered by AI that they say can dispense spiritual guidance. Buddharoid two-legged humanoid can offer a sense of presence at religious sanctuaries.
Canada warns OpenAI of new regulations over failure to flag mass shooter
Canada has warned OpenAI that it may introduce new regulations for chatbots if the company fails to strengthen its security protocols, as it faces scrutiny over not reporting a mass shooter’s online activity to authorities.
How do you visit Jeju Island? Indian travel advisory explained after influencer ‘detained’
After the ordeal faced by influencer Sachin Awasthi and his wife during a recent visit to Jeju Island, the Indian Embassy in Seoul has issued an advisory for Indian travellers visiting the tourist destination under the visa waiver scheme. Here’s what you should know
FirstUp: PM Modi to visit Israel and other headlines of the day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an official two-day visit to Israel from today, where he will address the Israeli Parliament during his visit. He will become the first Indian leader to address the Knesset. Jasveen Sangha, popularly known as 'Ketamine Queen,' will be sentenced in connection with the death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry due to a drug overdose
EXCLUSIVE | Hrithik Roshan changed nine pairs of shoes for Bang Bang, Katrina Kaif redesigned her lehenga for Kala Chashma: Bosco Martis reveals why
Bosco Martis reveals the intense preparation behind iconic dance numbers with Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif. In an exclusive interview with Firstpost's Zinia Bandyopadhyay, he shares trivia from the shoot of Bang Bang song and Kala Chashma.
As new US tariffs come into effect today, how India could be at an advantage
A new US tariff regime has kicked in, starting today (February 24), after the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s previous emergency levies. Many note that the shift in US trade policy could be beneficial to India; it could provide New Delhi with sufficient wriggle room to renegotiate with Washington on the interim trade agreement
4 ways, 4 years of Russia-Ukraine war changed International order forever
As the Russia-Ukraine war completes four years with simmering hopes of peace, here's a look at the four ways the war shifted the global dynamics irreversibly.
South Korea's Yoon appeals against insurrection conviction
Last week, presiding judge Ji Gwi-yeon said Yoon sent troops to the National Assembly building in an effort to silence political opponents who had frustrated his attempts to govern
Narcos Mexico: Inside the notorious drug cartels that peddle coke, meth and more
The death of Mexico’s notorious drug lord, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, aka El Mencho, has spurred interest in the country’s cartels. Leading suppliers of cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine, these syndicates are estimated to be raking in $25 billion and $30 billion a year
BAFTA Award 2026: Farhan Akhtar-backed Manipuri Film ‘Boong’ wins in Best Children's and Family Film category
Boong, produced by Excel Entertainment, won the BAFTA Award for Best Children's and Family Film. Lakshmipriya Devi urged peace for Manipur. Alia Bhatt and Prince William attended the event.
BAFTA Film Awards 2026 winners list: One Battle After Another dominates; full nominations and winners
BAFTA Film Awards 2026 full winners and nominations list: One Battle After Another wins Best Film, while Jessie Buckley, Robert Aramayo and Sean Penn take top acting honours. See complete category-wise results.
India pushes people-centric reset in first outreach to new Dhaka government
India looks forward to engaging with the new government in Bangladesh, Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka Pranay Verma said on Sunday, expressing New Delhi’s willingness to reengage with Dhaka.
Ukraine investigates deadly blasts in Lviv as ‘terrorist attack’; policewoman killed, dozens injured
Deadly explosions rocked Lviv in western Ukraine early Sunday, killing a policewoman and injuring dozens in what authorities have described as a terrorist attack. The blasts occurred after police responded to an emergency call near the city centre
Will the British monarchy collapse after Andrew’s arrest?
How does former Prince Andrew’s arrest affect the British monarchy — is the question that everyone is asking after King Charles’s younger brother was taken into police custody. The arrest, according to royal watchers, is ‘seismic’ and could be the royal family’s undoing
This Kolkata temple offers Chinese food (momos, noodles!) as prasad: Here's why
The Chinese Kali Temple in Tangra, Kolkata blends Hindu rituals with Chinese cuisine, offering noodles, momos, and fried rice as prasad