On a weekday afternoon at a govt college in central Karnataka, the student notice board is crowded with circulars on examinations, scholarships and cultural events. What’s missing, however, are printed campaign posters, and hand-written appeals for votes or calls for debates that once defined campus life in the state. It has been nearly four decades…
The government has put forward a plan to set up multi-disciplinary partnership (MDP) firms that can compete with global consulting and auditing giants. These new firms would provide a range of services under one umbrella. This includes cost record maintenance, accounting, auditing, assurance, company secretarial work, legal services, valuation and management. The move is aimed…
Hrithik Roshan became an overnight sensation with his debut film Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, co-starring Ameesha Patel. As the industry stepped into the 21st century, Hrithik’s meteoric rise sparked intense chatter, including rumours that Shah Rukh Khan, then Bollywood’s undisputed superstar, felt threatened by the newcomer’s sudden stardom. Stories of rivalry and tension between the…
Mohammad Rizwan (Image credit: PSL) NEW DELHI: Should Mohammad Rizwan consider following the path of Salman Ali Agha and step away from T20Is? That question loomed large as he addressed the media after his side RawalPindiz slumped to yet another defeat, this time against Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League. RawalPindiz remain rooted to…
Brooklyn Beckham has reportedly bid farewell to a tattoo honoring his iconic father, David Beckham, a move that many interpret as a dramatic turn in their familial tensions. After openly expressing his desire for independence and distancing himself from his parents, this tattoo alteration signals an even bigger divide within the Beckham clan. Brooklyn Beckham…
PM Modi and Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee (R) NEW DELHI: Will West Bengal once again subscribe to Mamata Banerjee’s pitch and emotional appeal built around the formula of ‘maa, mati, manush’? The ever-resilient and energised Bharatiya Janata Party in the state is eyeing her seat of power, hoping to breach the walls of the Bengal…
OPEC+ may approve an oil output increase at its meeting on Sunday, though the move is expected to remain largely symbolic as key producers are unable to raise supply due to disruptions caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran, Reuters reported citing sources.Eight OPEC+ members are scheduled to meet at 1300 GMT to discuss production…
Following the roaring success of ‘Dhurandhar’, breakout star Akshaye Khanna revealed his minimalist fitness secret which involves skipping breakfast and snacks for a strict two-meal diet of dal, rice, and “shaam ki chai.” Alongside 10 hours of sleep, this routine fueled his sharp role as the antagonist, Rehman Dakait. Meanwhile, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is set to…
A global competition for energy export dominance is unfolding between the US and China, with contrasting strategies- America focuses on fossil fuel exports, while China emphasises clean energy technology sales.China has emerged as the frontrunner in the race for now. Its clean technology exports, including electric vehicles, solar panels, and batteries, reached $20 billion in…
In a recent conversation with Kapil Sharma, Aamir Khan opened up about his son Junaid Khan’s career choices and the values that define his family. The actor made it clear that he has consciously stayed away from influencing his son’s professional path.“As a father, he didn’t let me do anything for him. He doesn’t even…
