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British PM announces first-ever female head of MI6: Who is Blaise Metreweli?

June 16, 2025 12:51 IST

Blaise Metreweli CMG qualifies to be the 18th Chief in the organisation’s 116-year-old history and the first woman to lead MI6.

Youtuber Mridul Tiwari - owner of red Lamborghini involved in noida accident

Owner of red Lamborghini involved in Noida accident, who is YouTuber Mridul Tiwari?

April 1, 2025 05:59 IST

Initial investigations revealed that Deepak, a car dealer, had come to Noida to test-drive the Pondicherry-registered vehicle.

Nidhi Tewari's appointment as the PM Modi's personal secretary was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (File photo)

Who is Nidhi Tewari, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s newly appointed private secretary?

March 31, 2025 16:57 IST

Nidhi Tewari served as the Deputy Secretary at the PMO until being elevated to the post of PM Modi's Personal Secretary now.

From a village in Rajasthan to frontiers of Physics: Who is Jainendra Jain, Indian-American to be named Wolf Prize Laureate

March 13, 2025 15:03 IST

The physics laureate's discovery has advanced the understanding of quantum matter.

Who was The Aga Khan, spiritual leader and philanthropist, who passed away at 88?Subscriber Only

February 6, 2025 05:14 IST

A direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad, Khan was the founder and chairman of the Aga Khan Development Network.

Who is Nimisha Priya, the Kerala nurse on death row in Yemen?

July 8, 2025 19:03 IST

Nimisha Priya Case: A nurse from Kerala's Palakkad has been convicted of killing a Yemeni national. The Yemen President approved her death sentence on Monday. This is her story.

Who is Sriram Krishnan, Indian-American entrepreneur picked by Trump as senior AI policy advisor

December 23, 2024 10:01 IST

Krishnan also co-hosts a podcast with wife Aarthi Ramamurthy, who is also an investor, product executive and founder.

Who is Dominic LeBlanc, Trudeau’s pick to replace Chrystia Freeland as Canada’s new finance minister?

December 17, 2024 10:17 IST

LeBlanc’s leadership as finance minister will be closely watched as the government navigates economic challenges and works to rebuild public confidence

Luigi Mangione: What we know of the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder case

December 10, 2024 16:52 IST

Luigi Mangione has been charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. From his early life to a manifesto recovered at the time of the arrest, here’s what we know about him.

SpaceX investor, ex-Paypal COO: Who is David Sacks, Donald Trump’s new ‘AI and Crypto Czar’?Subscriber Only

December 6, 2024 12:47 IST

Trump announced on Truth Social that former Paypal COO David Sacks is the "White House AI and Crypto Czar," a new position in the US administration.

Who is Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Namibia’s first female president-elect?

December 6, 2024 02:00 IST

Known for her hands-on approach, she often describes herself as an 'implementer' rather than merely a politician.

The only son of Malaysian billionaire Ananda Krishnan, Ven Ajahn Siripanyo become a Buddhist monk

Who is Ajahn Siripanyo, the monk who gave up his father’s $5 billion empire

November 26, 2024 21:20 IST

Despite being groomed to inherit this vast fortune, Siripanyo chose to renounce worldly riches at the age of 18 — a decision that his father, reportedly a devout Buddhist and committed philanthropist, respects deeply.

Who is Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, in race to be Namibia’s 1st woman president?

November 26, 2024 19:43 IST

Despite the many challenges, Nandi-Ndaitwah has “always believed in teamwork, that is what made me achieve what I have achieved.”

Hindu monk sent to jail in Bangladesh: Who is Chinmoy Krishna Das?

November 26, 2024 15:00 IST

He was detained from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport area in the capital, following which protests erupted in Chittagong demanding his release.

Who is Calin Georgescu, Romania’s far-right outsider and presidential contender?

November 26, 2024 01:31 IST

Georgescu’s campaign has focused on themes of traditional values, family, and Christian Orthodoxy, often promoted through TikTok and YouTube.

Who is Yamandú Orsi, the newly elected president of Uruguay?

November 25, 2024 09:56 IST

A former history teacher, folk dancer, and two-time mayor, the 57-year-old Orsi is widely regarded as the political heir of José Mujica, Uruguay’s former president and ex-guerrilla leader.

Who is Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s choice to lead National Intelligence & first Hindu American in US Congress

November 14, 2024 10:58 IST

Trump has said that he wants to overhaul the intelligence services of the country, which he has viewed with suspicion and distrust and the appointment of Gabbard, who is seen as a foreign policy skeptic, is a step in the similar direction.

Who is Luong Cuong? Vietnam’s new President

October 22, 2024 22:15 IST

Luong Cuong, a prominent military leader, was elected as Vietnam's state president in 2024, bringing stability after a period of political change.

Who is Vasundhara Oswal, Swiss-Indian billionaire’s daughter detained in Uganda?

October 17, 2024 20:04 IST

Vasundhara was held for over 90 hours in dire conditions, forced to stay among shoes without bathing or changing clothes, and suffered an anxiety attack that went unaddressed by officials.

Who is Noel Tata, set to lead Tata Trusts after Ratan Tata?

October 11, 2024 18:25 IST

Tata Group New Chairman Noel Tata: The son of Naval and Simone Tata, Noel Tata is the Vice Chairman of Tata Steel and Titan

Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s new Prime Minister

October 1, 2024 16:29 IST

Shigeru Ishiba is an advocate of an Asian version of NATO to control and deter China in the region while also demanding for Japan's more balanced and equal relationship with the United States.

Who is the new chief of Pakistan spy agency ISI?

September 24, 2024 12:10 IST

Lt General Muhammad Asim Malik, who is currently serving as the army's adjutant general, would take over on September 30 as the chief of the ISI.

Who is Laura Loomer? The far-right extremist on Trump’s trail

September 16, 2024 06:09 IST

The American Hindu Coalition, a non-partisan advocacy group, expressed its disappointment with Loomer's rhetoric, cautioning that her divisive statements could harm Trump’s chances in the 2024 election.

Who is Michel Barnier, the ex-foreign affairs minister appointed as France’s new PM

November 28, 2024 15:50 IST

Barnier has been tasked with "forming a unifying government to serve the country and the French people," according to a statement from Macron’s office.

Who is Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, owner of world’s largest residential palace, over 7,000 cars?

September 4, 2024 10:47 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Brunei Tuesday, will hold meetings with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and other members of the royal family to advance the historical relationship to new heights.