Frederick Forsyth, thriller writer of ‘Day of the Jackal,’ dies at 86

Frederick Forsyth, thriller writer of ‘Day of the Jackal,’ dies at 86

London, June 10 (HS): Frederick Forsyth, renowned author of ‘The Day of the Jackal’, passed away at 86. Initially a military pilot, he became a prolific writer during financial struggles, producing over 25 novels and selling 70 million copies globally. His spokesperson, Jonathan Lloyd, confirmed his death, noting other works like ‘The Odessa File’ and…

Global market mixed, Asian markets remain bullish

Global market mixed, Asian markets remain bullish

New Delhi, June 10(HS): Mixed signals characterize the global market today. The US markets concluded the last session with varied results, as Dow Jones futures are currently up. European markets experienced ongoing pressure, while Asian markets show a general buying trend today. The US markets had continuous buying but faced profit-taking towards the end, resulting…

Viswanathan Anand to return to World Rapid and Blitz Team Championship

Viswanathan Anand to return to World Rapid and Blitz Team Championship

London, June 10 (HS): Five-time World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand will compete for the ‘Freedom’ team in the World Rapid and Blitz Team Championship, led by FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky. Anand is the sole Indian in his team, while Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi commands the favored WR Chess Team. Notably absent is Norway’s world number one…

Dhoni, Hayden, Taylor, and Mir inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Dhoni, Hayden, Taylor, and Mir inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

New Delhi, June 10 (HS): Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, explosive Australian opener Matthew Hayden, England’s wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor, and legendary Pakistani all-rounder Sana Mir are among seven distinguished cricketers inducted into the International Cricket Council (ICC) Hall of Fame. South Africa’s Hashim Amla and Graeme Smith, along with former New Zealand captain Daniel…

‘My husband was killed while saving me’, Sonam Raghuvanshi told dhaba owner in UP

‘My husband was killed while saving me’, Sonam Raghuvanshi told dhaba owner in UP

Ghazipur, June 9 (IANS) Sahil Yadav, the owner of the Kashi Dhaba on the Varanasi-Ghazipur road in Uttar Pradesh, has revealed crucial details about the dramatic moment when Sonam Raghuvanshi approached him early Monday, hours before she was arrested in connection with the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi. Sonam, who is accused of orchestrating…

Hina Khan is content being a minimalistic bride: ‘Love & care made me Glowwwww’

Hina Khan is content being a minimalistic bride: ‘Love & care made me Glowwwww’

Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Hina Khan was a sight for sore eyes as a Manish Malhotra bride during her court marriage with Rocky Jaiswal. Instead of going for a bright heavy lehenga for her big day, Hina looked absolutely radiant in an opal green handloom saree with a blush pink border, paired with a pink…

Hina Khan is content being a minimalistic bride: ‘Love & care made me Glowwwww’

Hina Khan is content being a minimalistic bride: ‘Love & care made me Glowwwww’

Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Hina Khan was a sight for sore eyes as a Manish Malhotra bride during her court marriage with Rocky Jaiswal. Instead of going for a bright heavy lehenga for her big day, Hina looked absolutely radiant in an opal green handloom saree with a blush pink border, paired with a pink…

Delhi GM Open: Narayanan, Deepan, Abhijeet, Diptayan, Petrosyan continue winning streaks on Day 3

Delhi GM Open: Narayanan, Deepan, Abhijeet, Diptayan, Petrosyan continue winning streaks on Day 3

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Day 3 of the 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament 2025 delivered another thrilling chapter at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur, as Round 4 featured several high-stakes matchups and standout performances from both Indian and international contenders. India’s top seed GM Narayanan S.L. led the charge with a solid win over…