2009

Ansari's recent convictions include a life sentence in June 2023 for the murder of Awadhesh Rai, brother of UP Congress president Ajay Rai, and a 10-year term in October 2023 for the 2009 murder of teacher Kapil Dev Singh.

The BJP's decision to go it alone marks a departure from the past, notably, their decade-long alliance with the BJD from 1998 to 2009. During this period, the two parties jointly contested multiple Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) kept its long-term vision while unveiling the Burj Khalifa in 2009. The building changed the perception of the world towards the UAE which is now seen as a global hub for business rather than just an oil-producing nation. Saudi Arabia is walking on the same path and it's all set to poach the world's tallest building tag from Burj Khalifa with its showpiece in Jeddah.

Paula Abdul said that she was harassed by Nigel Lythgoe and other executives on 'American Idol', where she was a judge from 2002 to 2009. It claimed she was subjected to salary discrimination and that she was the target of constant taunts, bullying, humiliation, and harassment.

Actress Isha Koppikar and restaurateur Timmy Narang have officially divorced after 14 years of marriage. Isha, known for her roles in Bollywood and regional films, moved out with their 9-year-old daughter. Despite media interest, she has requested privacy and recently transitioned to politics, serving as BJP's Women Transport Wing President since 2019

Manchester City’s trial with the Premier League over 115 alleged breaches of financial rules will take place in autumn 2024.

The LTTE death, reported on May 18, 2009, during the final stages of the Civil War, remains contentious, with the Sri Lankan military claiming he was killed in a firefight while attempting to escape the conflict zone, later identified through DNA testing.

Former MasterChef contestant Paul Frost sentenced for committing sexual offenses against 11 children. Learn about his downfall and the legal consequences he now faces.

Back in 2009, Shah Rukh Khan was honored belt in taekwondo as well as the designation of Honorary Ambassador for Culture and Tourism by the South Korean government.

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan starrer 3 Idiots remains one of the most popular films till date. The movie, starring Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, and Kareena Kapoor Khan, was released in 2009 and received critical acclaim.

Band-e-Amir holds great significance as a tourist destination, having been designated as Afghanistan's inaugural national park in 2009. The decision to prohibit women from visiting the Band-e-Amir national park is likely to deprive numerous families of the opportunity to experience this popular destination.

Rahul Gandhi's political journey has been intertwined with Amethi. He secured victories from this constituency in the Lok Sabha elections of 2009 and 2014.

In June 2009, Shiney Ahuja's domestic help filed an official complaint against the 'Gangster' fame Bollywood actor. She alleged that she got raped by him at his house in Mumbai. Since then, the actor is in a trial and facing all these accusations.

Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots, directed by Rajkumari Hirani, was released in December 2009. The film featured Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and R Madhavan in the lead. The movie was widely loved by all and earned Rs 400 crore worldwide.

Dr Krishna Kishore, Asianet News Chief Correspondent in the United States, has covered the visits of Indian Prime Ministers to the United States since 2009. He gives insights into what PM Narendra Modi would hope to achieve when he meets Tesla CEO Elon Musk.