Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has reacted to the social media debate surrounding Imtiaz Ali’s latest film ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, dismissing criticism that branded the movie “anti-national” with a laughing emoji on Instagram.The film, which has been steadily gaining momentum at the box office through positive word-of-mouth, recently became the subject of online discussion after a…
Meta VP Emily Dalton Smith is reportedly leaving the company. According to an internal memo seen by news agency Reuters, Smith made the announcement of leaving the company. Dlaton Smith joined Meta in 2015 and served as the vice president of product management. Two months ago she was tapped to lead product work on improving…
Messi and Ronaldo (Image : X) The FIFA World Cup 2026 has introduced a unique way of honoring some of the game’s greatest servants. Fans watching Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during the tournament may have noticed a special “FIFA World Cup Legacy” badge on their sleeves, an exclusive distinction reserved for a select group…
‘Dhurandhar’ director Aditya Dhar and Yami Gautam visit Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain: ‘When Baba’s call comes…’ Yami Gautam and her filmmaker-husband Aditya Dhar recently visited the revered Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. The couple was accompanied by their family members for a deeply personal and spiritual pilgrimage to one of India’s most…
NEW DELHI: In a fresh setback for TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, the Calcutta high court on Thursday refused to grant interim relief in a plea challenging the appointment of rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition in the West Bengal assembly, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force pending further hearings.Justice Krishna…
England’s Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring his side’s 3rd goal. (AP Photo) England midfielder Jude Bellingham continued his remarkable rise on the international stage by becoming the youngest European player to feature in four major tournaments, capping the milestone with a goal in the Three Lions’ thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia in their FIFA World Cup…
Energy shipments in the Gulf have once again resumed sailing, after the US and Iran signed an interim agreement. After months of disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, activity appears to have finally resumed, with a liquefied natural gas (LNG) loaded tanker now moving towards the strategic waterway.The reopening of the waterway is expected to…
Daveigh Chase passes away at 35; funding page set up by her alleged boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, was claimed to be false by her former manager. (Credit: YouTube) Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of death, reader’s discretion is advised.‘Lilo and Stitch’ actress Daveigh Chase passed away earlier this week because of complications arising from meningitis….
“Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.” – Abraham LincolnFirst things first: despite what internet memes and motivational posters tell you, Abraham Lincoln almost certainly never said this. The word “hustle” didn’t even mean hard work back in the 1860s (it usually meant to shove or…
TSMC founder Morris Chang has cautioned companies against laying off workers if there is a chance they will need to rehire them within a year, arguing that many executives overlook the real costs involved. Speaking about his experience leading Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, Chang said layoffs often create expenses…
Cristiano Ronaldo faced criticism after Portugal’s draw against DR Congo, with Thierry Henry highlighting his movement as detrimental. Henry argued Ronaldo’s desire to score obstructed teammates like Bruno Fernandes, hindering team opportunities. Despite a stellar international career, Ronaldo’s performance lacked impact, with minimal shots and no chances created in the match. The Portuguese superstar Cristiano…
Trade negotiations between India and the United States are set to gain momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held wide-ranging talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. Seeking to advance discussions on the trade pact, the two leaders directed officials to work towards concluding a balanced, mutually beneficial and…
Rakesh Bedi, riding high on the appreciation for his performance as Jameel Jamali in Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’, has spoken about how social media amplified the film’s success. The veteran actor also shared how comedy became his unlikely but beloved entry point into Bollywood. Rakesh Bedi talks about the new wave of love in the second…
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav NEW DELHI: The political temperature in Uttar Pradesh continued to rise on Thursday as BJP leaders and ally Om Prakash Rajbhar stepped up claims of unrest within the Samajwadi Party (SP) ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.Soon fter Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar claimed that a…
The US-Iran peace memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlines a sweeping framework aimed at ending military confrontation, opening the Strait of Hormuz, releasing Iran’s frozen assets and providing $ 300 billion for reconstrction and opening the door for long-term negotiations. While the agreement still requires a final deal within 60 days, both sides stand to gain…
Heartbroken and beaten, Leo Messi left Russia in 2018 after losing to France in the round of 16. He had just six goals from four campaigns. In danger of being judged as having underwhelmed on the biggest stage, Messi was light years away from Miroslav Klose’s Cup record of 16 goals. Eight years down the…
Ram Charan’s ‘Peddi’ is set for a major update as it enters its third week in theatres. The makers have announced that audiences will get to watch an enhanced version of the sports drama beginning Thursday. The revised edition arrives nearly two weeks after the film’s release. Nearly six minutes of new content added According…
There are some people we spend our entire lives trying to understand.Fathers are often among them.As children, we think they know everything. They can fix broken toys, solve math problems, chase away monsters under the bed, and somehow always have the answer.Then we grow up.And slowly, we begin to notice things we missed for years.The…
NEW DELHI: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya on Thursday received a legal notice from Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Sudhakar Singh seeking detailed disclosures on donations received by the Ram Mandir and how those funds have been spent.The notice comes amid a political row over allegations of financial irregularities in the…
The United States and Iran have reached an interim agreement on Tehran’s nuclear programme, opening a two-month window for negotiations, though key issues such as verification mechanisms, enrichment limits, and long-term compliance remain unresolved and are now set for further negotiation.The peace deal signed by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on…
