From being pushed out of the studio premises to directing for AVM: Bharathiraja’s challenge that ended in triumph

From being pushed out of the studio premises to directing for AVM: Bharathiraja’s challenge that ended in triumph

Bharathiraja’s demise has revived countless memories of his extraordinary journey in Tamil cinema. Bharathiraja is considered one of the best filmmakers in the industry. He directed more than 40 films and introduced many actors and actresses who became stars. He took Tamil cinema out of studio sets and put real villages, real people, and real…

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California dreamin’, MAGA screamin’- Trump and co see red in PIO Nithya Raman’s surge in LA

California dreamin’, MAGA screamin’- Trump and co see red in PIO Nithya Raman’s surge in LA

Trump and co see red in PIO Nithya Raman’s surge in LA (Image source: AP) TOI correspondent from Washington: Welcome to LA LA land’s latest political plot twist — where an Indian-American democratic socialist crashes the establishment party, a reality TV star cries foul, and MAGA mavericks smell yet another election heist.Spencer Pratt, the former…

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17-year-old Tanvi Sharma shocks world No. 11 to reach Australian Open last 16; PV Sindhu also makes winning start | Badminton News

17-year-old Tanvi Sharma shocks world No. 11 to reach Australian Open last 16; PV Sindhu also makes winning start | Badminton News

India’s women shone at the Australian Open Super 500 badminton tournament on Wednesday, with PV Sindhu leading the charge and teenager Tanvi Sharma registering a notable win to reach the second round.Sindhu, Tanvi Sharma, Malvika Bansod, Isharani Baruah and Tanya Hemanth all advanced to the women’s singles round of 16. However, it was a disappointing…

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Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol’s Alpha teaser faces plagiarism allegations; fans spot similarities with La Femme Nikita and American Sniper

Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol’s Alpha teaser faces plagiarism allegations; fans spot similarities with La Femme Nikita and American Sniper

The teaser of Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, was unveiled on Wednesday and quickly became a talking point on social media. While many fans praised the action-packed glimpse into YRF’s first female-led spy thriller, others accused the makers of borrowing scenes and ideas from international films, including the French classic La Femme Nikita and…

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“Mom told me to stop giving interviews”: Famous teenage investigator Sarthak Sidhant shares her mom’s reaction on his popularity

“Mom told me to stop giving interviews”: Famous teenage investigator Sarthak Sidhant shares her mom’s reaction on his popularity

Sarthak Sidhant with his mother When 18-year-old Sarthak Sidhant started making national headlines, many people saw a fearless teenager challenging a powerful system. What many people did not see, however, was his mother’s reaction. While the country was applauding her son, she was worried.In a recent interview with mo.of.everything, Sarthak opened up about how the…

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‘I gave up my H1-B visa because…’: Ex-Microsoft worker explains why he left US and returned to India to build own startup

‘I gave up my H1-B visa because…’: Ex-Microsoft worker explains why he left US and returned to India to build own startup

An ex-Microsoft employee who once won the highly sought-after H-1B visa lottery has returned to India, saying the visa system limited his ability to become an entrepreneur and forced him to rethink the “American Dream.”Hemant Shetty spent around 11 years in US after moving there for higher studies in 2015. Talking to the American Bazaar,…

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NEW DELHI: A day after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination for the Rajya Sabha was rejected, the Congress is set to file a petition on the Election Commission’s portal on Wednesday.In the event of no response from the poll panel, the party is preparing to move the Supreme Court challenging the decision, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.”The Congress is preparing to file a petition on the portal by 10:30 PM tonight, in the event that no response is received from the Central Election Commission,” sources told ANI.”Preparations are underway to mention the matter before the Supreme Court tomorrow morning,” they added.Earlier in the day, a delegation of senior Congress leaders, including KC Venugopal, Randeep Surjewala, Jairam Ramesh, Deepa Dasmunshi, Vivek Tankha and Abhishek Singhvi, met Election Commission officials in New Delhi and argued that Natarajan’s nomination had been wrongly rejected.They urged the poll panel to immediately reverse the rejection of its Rajya Sabha candidate Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination from Madhya Pradesh, calling the decision ‘egregious’ and ‘blatantly unlawful’.”The order rejecting Natarajan’s nomination is egregious, blatantly unlawful and must be set aside immediately,” the Congress told the poll body.Earlier on Tuesday, Natarajan’s nomination was rejected by the Returning Officer in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly on allegations that she failed to disclose details of a case in Telangana in her election affidavit.BJP leaders objected, alleging that information relating to a pending matter had been concealed.Following the meeting with the Election Commission, Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan said the party had faith in constitutional institutions and would continue to pursue the matter through legal and democratic channels.”The Election Commission has heard us. We are fighting this battle because we still have faith in constitutional institutions,” Natarajan told reporters.The rejection of Natarajan’s nomination has turned the tables for the Congress in Madhya Pradesh.The BJP, which holds 164 seats in the 230-member Assembly, was already assured of winning two of the three Rajya Sabha seats. The Congress, with 64 MLAs, had sufficient numbers to elect Natarajan to the third seat.With her nomination rejected, the BJP’s third candidate, Mahesh Kewat, is now in a much stronger position, raising the possibility that the party could win all three Rajya Sabha seats unless the Congress secures relief from the Election Commission or the courts.Congress leaders have accused the BJP of engineering a ‘constitutional conspiracy’ to capture the third seat despite lacking the numbers for a straightforward victory, while the BJP insists that election officials merely followed legal requirements regarding the disclosure of pending cases.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAt NDA Conclave, PM Modi Contrasts Congress Era With ‘NDA’s Development Record’ | WatchYusuf Pathan, Shatrughan Sinha, Sayoni Ghosh Among 19 MPs In Rebel Camp | WatchFrom Himanta To Bhupender: Are BJP Leaders Accelerating The TMC Rebellion?Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crashes Near Muzaffarabad, All On Board Killed | WatchTMC Denies Congress Merger Buzz After Mamata-Sonia, Rahul-Abhishek Meetings | WatchAI-171 Victims’ Families Question Claim Waivers Before Probe Ends; Air India Denies PressureAfter Weeks In Captivity, 14 Freed In Manipur, Search Intensifies For Six Missing MenSushmita Dev Quits TMC & Rajya Sabha, Delivering Fresh Blow To Mamata Banerjee As TMC Crisis DeepensParaquat Debate: Why Is India Still Allowing A Herbicide Banned In 74 Countries?Narendra Modi Overtakes Jawaharlal Nehru As India’s Longest-Serving Democratically Elected PM123PhotostoriesWhich quality makes others jealous of you? find out based on your birth date7 meaningful ways to celebrate your child’s biggest momentsYou don’t need a Gout attack to have high Uric Acid: The subtle symptoms doctors don’t want you to ignoreFrom Vinod Kambli to Virat Kohli; famous cricketers who own luxurious properties in Mumbai’s premium neighbourhoodsFrom brightening creams to face serums: Why men’s skincare is finally having its moment in IndiaAll about ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ live-action cast: From Cate Blanchett to Mason ThamesSleeping enough but still tired? 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NEW DELHI: A day after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination for the Rajya Sabha was rejected, the Congress is set to file a petition on the Election Commission’s portal on Wednesday.In the event of no response from the poll panel, the party is preparing to move the Supreme Court challenging the decision, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.”The Congress is preparing to file a petition on the portal by 10:30 PM tonight, in the event that no response is received from the Central Election Commission,” sources told ANI.”Preparations are underway to mention the matter before the Supreme Court tomorrow morning,” they added.Earlier in the day, a delegation of senior Congress leaders, including KC Venugopal, Randeep Surjewala, Jairam Ramesh, Deepa Dasmunshi, Vivek Tankha and Abhishek Singhvi, met Election Commission officials in New Delhi and argued that Natarajan’s nomination had been wrongly rejected.They urged the poll panel to immediately reverse the rejection of its Rajya Sabha candidate Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination from Madhya Pradesh, calling the decision ‘egregious’ and ‘blatantly unlawful’.”The order rejecting Natarajan’s nomination is egregious, blatantly unlawful and must be set aside immediately,” the Congress told the poll body.Earlier on Tuesday, Natarajan’s nomination was rejected by the Returning Officer in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly on allegations that she failed to disclose details of a case in Telangana in her election affidavit.BJP leaders objected, alleging that information relating to a pending matter had been concealed.Following the meeting with the Election Commission, Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan said the party had faith in constitutional institutions and would continue to pursue the matter through legal and democratic channels.”The Election Commission has heard us. We are fighting this battle because we still have faith in constitutional institutions,” Natarajan told reporters.The rejection of Natarajan’s nomination has turned the tables for the Congress in Madhya Pradesh.The BJP, which holds 164 seats in the 230-member Assembly, was already assured of winning two of the three Rajya Sabha seats. The Congress, with 64 MLAs, had sufficient numbers to elect Natarajan to the third seat.With her nomination rejected, the BJP’s third candidate, Mahesh Kewat, is now in a much stronger position, raising the possibility that the party could win all three Rajya Sabha seats unless the Congress secures relief from the Election Commission or the courts.Congress leaders have accused the BJP of engineering a ‘constitutional conspiracy’ to capture the third seat despite lacking the numbers for a straightforward victory, while the BJP insists that election officials merely followed legal requirements regarding the disclosure of pending cases.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosAt NDA Conclave, PM Modi Contrasts Congress Era With ‘NDA’s Development Record’ | WatchYusuf Pathan, Shatrughan Sinha, Sayoni Ghosh Among 19 MPs In Rebel Camp | WatchFrom Himanta To Bhupender: Are BJP Leaders Accelerating The TMC Rebellion?Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crashes Near Muzaffarabad, All On Board Killed | WatchTMC Denies Congress Merger Buzz After Mamata-Sonia, Rahul-Abhishek Meetings | WatchAI-171 Victims’ Families Question Claim Waivers Before Probe Ends; Air India Denies PressureAfter Weeks In Captivity, 14 Freed In Manipur, Search Intensifies For Six Missing MenSushmita Dev Quits TMC & Rajya Sabha, Delivering Fresh Blow To Mamata Banerjee As TMC Crisis DeepensParaquat Debate: Why Is India Still Allowing A Herbicide Banned In 74 Countries?Narendra Modi Overtakes Jawaharlal Nehru As India’s Longest-Serving Democratically Elected PM123PhotostoriesWhich quality makes others jealous of you? find out based on your birth date7 meaningful ways to celebrate your child’s biggest momentsYou don’t need a Gout attack to have high Uric Acid: The subtle symptoms doctors don’t want you to ignoreFrom Vinod Kambli to Virat Kohli; famous cricketers who own luxurious properties in Mumbai’s premium neighbourhoodsFrom brightening creams to face serums: Why men’s skincare is finally having its moment in IndiaAll about ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ live-action cast: From Cate Blanchett to Mason ThamesSleeping enough but still tired? These vitamin deficiencies could explain whyMark Zuckerberg’s $300 million superyacht Launchpad: Why everyone is talking about the ‘big boat’Leaves turning chalky white: Here’s the reason behind it and how to fix itForget the royals, Mahira Khan’s shimmering desi moment at King Charles’ charity dinner made her look like the main event and not a guest123Hot PicksSourth Africa ShootingBharathirajaDelhi hotel fireAshok MuralidaranFIFA World Cup ScheduleKarnataka Trader NewsHector PennKerala Plus One ResultTNEA Random NumberTop TrendingBAN vs AUS Live ScoreUS Iran warGold Rate TodayFIFA World Cup 2026Delhi Hotel FireChennai TNSTC BusMeerut Conversion CaseBareilly NewsFilmmaker Bharathiraja DeathKarnataka Murder

NEW DELHI: A day after Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination for the Rajya Sabha was rejected, the Congress is set to file a petition on the Election Commission’s portal on Wednesday.In the event of no response from the poll panel, the party is preparing to move the Supreme Court challenging the decision, news agency ANI reported, citing…

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Markets dumped India for AI stars. BlackRock says that’s a mistake

Markets dumped India for AI stars. BlackRock says that’s a mistake

India’s equity market has been “over-punished” for lacking a direct artificial intelligence (AI) play and for its exposure to rising oil prices, according to BlackRock, which said record foreign outflows and a tougher macroeconomic environment have not undermined the country’s medium- to long-term investment prospects.Natasha Sarkaria, EMEA investment strategy lead of wealth at BlackRock, was…

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Shah Rukh Khan praises Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ teaser, gives shout-out to Bobby Deol: ‘You are so good when you are bad .’

Shah Rukh Khan praises Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ teaser, gives shout-out to Bobby Deol: ‘You are so good when you are bad .’

Shah Rukh Khan praised Alia Bhatt after the teaser of her upcoming spy thriller ‘Alpha’ was released, and his post quickly drew attention from fans. The actor shared his reaction on Instagram Stories and applauded Alia for taking on a fierce action role. He also praised Bobby Deol, who appears in the teaser as Alia’s…

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Crisis on all fronts: Pakistan sought Iran-US peace, faces turmoil at home

Crisis on all fronts: Pakistan sought Iran-US peace, faces turmoil at home

Pakistan had hoped to position itself as a key diplomatic player in efforts to broker a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Instead, the country finds itself confronting a deepening security crisis at home, with unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), escalating cross-border tensions with Afghanistan, deadly militant attacks and fresh military losses exposing challenges…

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Who is Mahender Makhijani? Indian-origin businessman accused of hosting sex parties and blackmailing attendees in 0 million fraud case

Who is Mahender Makhijani? Indian-origin businessman accused of hosting sex parties and blackmailing attendees in $100 million fraud case

An Indian-origin financier is accused of running a $100 million bank fraud scheme in California. He lived a double life of luxury, intimidation and blackmail, including hosting parties with sex workers and later using those events to pressure attendees, reports the New York Post.44-year-old Mahender Makhijani was arrested on Wednesday after armed federal agents raided…

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Jun 10, 2026, 22:34 IST

Jun 10, 2026, 22:34 IST

NEW DELHI: For years, football fans have tried all sorts of ways to predict World Cup winners. Some trusted expert opinions, others believed in superstitions, and many still remember Paul the Octopus, who became famous for correctly predicting match results during the 2010 World Cup.Now, a group of statisticians has used artificial intelligence to make…

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‘Made in India’ Airbus C295 takes to the skies for first test flight – Watch

‘Made in India’ Airbus C295 takes to the skies for first test flight – Watch

India’s first ‘Made-in-India’ Airbus C295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden test flight from the Final Assembly Line in Vadodara on Wednesday. The aircraft is the first of 40 C295 transport planes to be built in India under a partnership between Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Limited for the Air Force.This marks a milestone…

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Virat Kohli beats Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra to become India’s most valuable celebrity with Rs 3,542 crore brand value: See who made the top 10

Virat Kohli beats Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra to become India’s most valuable celebrity with Rs 3,542 crore brand value: See who made the top 10

Cricket star Virat Kohli has been named India’s most valuable celebrity in the first-ever Fortune India-Interbrand Most Valuable Celebrities list. Kohli tops the rankings with a brand value of Rs 3,542 crore.The list, released by Fortune India in partnership with global brand consultancy Interbrand, measures celebrity brand value based on factors such as engagement, trust,…

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