Fauja Singh, the iconic runner who earned the tag of world's oldest marathoner, died at the age of 114 in a road accident on Minday. He was born on April 1, 1911 in Beyas village, Jalandhar. According to a report in BBC Punjabi , a car hit him on Jalandhar-Pathankot highway on Monday afternoon. He suffered serious head injury. He was immediately rushed to a hospital, however, he succumbed to the injuries at 7:30 pm IST on Monday. At present Fauja Singh's body has been kept in the mortuary till the arrival of his children who are living abroad. His last rites will be performed only after their arrival. "Deeply saddened by the passing of Sardar Fauja Singh Ji, the legendary marathon runner and an enduring symbol of resilience and hope. Even at the age of 114, he continued to inspire generations with his strength and commitment. I had the honour of walking alongside him during the two-day ‘Nasha Mukt – Rangla Punjab' march from his village Beas, district Jalandhar in...
A royal insider has revealed in an explosive new biography that Prince William banned Meghan Markle from wearing Princess Diana's jewellry during her wedding, as per a report in the Independent . The Prince of Wales, who proposed to Kate Middleton with his mother's engagement ring, is reported to have been anxious about Prince Harry's decision to marry Meghan Markle from the beginning of their relationship. According to the report, he begged his 39-year-old younger brother to "cool the relationship" so the actress would have time to get used to life as a royal before committing entirely. These claims came from royal author Rob Jobson in his upcoming book, "Catherine, the Princess of Wales". He detailed how there were rifts in the Sussex and Wales' ties prior to Ms Markle formally joining the family in 2018. "William, still concerned by the match, even sought assurances from the Queen that his brother's bride-to-be would not wear any jewell...