Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his fearless opinions and speaking his mind. The ‘Sholay’ writer once again sparked a debate by questioning the idea of women covering their faces. Speaking at a recent event, Akhtar questioned the social logic behind women being expected to cover their faces. The session was attended…
Kiara Advani’s mesmerizing first look as Nadia in Yash’s ‘Toxic’ has been unveiled, showcasing a layered performance of grief and inner turmoil. Director Geetu Mohandas praised Kiara’s transformative portrayal. The film, shot in English and Kannada, is set for a grand theatrical release on March 19, 2026, clashing with Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’. Post the success…
India’s oil consumption is expected to surpass all other nations by 2050, driven by robust economic growth, accounting for over 12 per cent of global energy usage, according to BP’s chief economist Spencer Dale. As the world’s third-largest oil importer and consumer, and fourth-largest LNG importer, India’s oil demand is projected to rise from 5.4…
Donald Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford (AP images) Canada on Friday said that it will pause the anti-tariff advertisement campaign that prompted US President Donald Trump to abruptly end trade negotiations, as confirmed by Ontario Premier Doug Ford.Ford said the decision comes after discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the campaign will…
NEW DELHI: The ongoing trade negotiations between the EU and India, and New Delhi’s openness to deepening economic partnerships, reinforce confidence that there is significant scope for long-term cooperation, a top European Investment Bank (EIB) official has said but called for accelerating approvals and providing a level-playing field for global investors.“Despite the current geopolitical uncertainties…
Ex-envoy Sandhu named Delhi LG, Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi moved to Bengal NEW DELHI/KOLKATA: Tamil Nadu governor R N Ravi has replaced C V Ananda Bose as the new governor of West Bengal, while former ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu will be the new L-G of Delhi as part of a larger gubernatorial…
Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw has described the molestation complaint filed against him by social media influencer Sapna Gill as baseless, claiming it was motivated by personal animosity and a desire for publicity. In a written response submitted to a Mumbai court on Tuesday, Shaw argued that Gill’s plea was frivolous and filed with the intention…
PM Modi at Pongal celebrations at minister L Murugan’s Delhi residence A few days ago, I was in the sacred land of Somnath to be part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, marking a thousand years since the first attack on Somnath, which took place in 1026. People from all across India had come to be…
Andre Russell (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) Kolkata Knight Riders’ decision to release Andre Russell ahead of the IPL 2026 auction has triggered a wave of reactions online, especially after an old assurance from the franchise resurfaced on social media. Fans have been quick to point out that the team has gone back on its…
Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya (iamge/X@jim_rydell) NEW DELHI: A grand pre-birthday celebration was hosted in London for fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, with photos and videos from the high-profile party being widely shared on social media.The event was hosted by former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi ahead of Mallya’s 70th birthday, which falls on…
