Filming on a replica of Columbus’ ship took me to another era: Ashika Ranganath

Ashika Ranganath embraces diverse roles in the period fantasy Gatha Vaibhava, spanning mythology and historical journeys. She portrays a 14th-century voyager, filming on a replica of Columbus’s ship in Portugal, and also embodies a celestial being and a Mangaluru girl. The film’s exploration of different eras and characters offered Ashika a unique acting experience.

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‘Train us, then go home,’ says Scott Bessent: Trump’s H-1B pivot and what it reveals about America’s skills gap

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended President Donald Trump’s approach to the H-1B visa programme, describing it as a strategy to bring in skilled foreign workers to train Americans before returning home. Emphasising the goal of rebuilding US manufacturing and semiconductor industries, Bessent said the policy aims to address skill shortages. Meanwhile, the US Department…

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Jon Jones and Jessie Moses Combined Net Worth: Inside the UFC star’s relationship, family life, and shared wealth in 2025

Jon Jones, a renowned UFC fighter, has been with his high school sweetheart Jessie Moses for years. They are engaged and share three daughters, with Jones emphasizing their importance. Despite past relationship challenges, they continue to raise their family together. Jones’ net worth is estimated between three and ten million dollars, primarily from his UFC…

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Asian Archery Championships: India’s women, mixed teams strike Gold, men’s team takes Silver

India’s compound archers showcased exceptional skill at the Asian Championships, clinching two gold medals and one silver. The women’s team triumphed over Korea in a nail-biting final, while the mixed team secured another gold against Bangladesh. Despite a strong performance, the men’s team narrowly missed gold, settling for silver against Kazakhstan.

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Gold price today: Yellow metal shines; check 24K, 22K rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru & other cities

Gold and silver prices surged on Thursday, buoyed by positive global sentiment and renewed safe-haven demand following the US government shutdown’s end. Both precious metals saw significant gains on the MCX and in international markets. Analysts point to increased investor confidence in potential Federal Reserve easing and the US designating metals as critical as drivers…

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Pujara issues warning for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli; gives reality check on playing only one format

Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara believes every bilateral series is crucial for veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma as they target the 2027 ODI World Cup. Playing exclusively in ODIs presents challenges in maintaining form during breaks, making consistent performance vital for their continued selection and success. Kohli and Rohit, recently played in the ODI…

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