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The debate over fixed working hours in Indian cinema has escalated ever since reports suggested that Deepika Padukone stepped away from Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD after requesting an 8-hour workday. The topic has now prompted candid responses from Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati, and producer Archana Kalapathi, each offering a perspective shaped by their own…

Elon Musk’s Neuralink is making waves with its brain-computer interface. The ‘Link’ implant allows paralysed patients to control devices with their minds. Noland Arbaugh and Audrey Crews are among the early recipients. They are regaining digital independence. Neuralink envisions future applications like memory enhancement and brain-to-brain communication. The technology faces ethical and safety challenges.

Twinkle Khanna shared insights into her children’s personalities, highlighting their witty one-liners and unique interests. While her daughter excels in sports, her son shows a passion for design and architecture. Khanna also revealed her personal efforts to maintain cognitive health due to a fear of memory loss.

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha launched its Ghatshila byelection campaign with candidate Somesh Soren filing nominations, backed by Chief Minister Hemant Soren. Soren emphasized the election as a tribute to late leaders and criticized internal betrayal and BJP’s star campaigners. Meanwhile, BJP’s Babulal Marandi attacked the state government’s performance, urging voters to reject the ruling alliance.

Luka Doncic’s outstanding performance at the 2025 EuroBasket has garnered high praise, with Lakers’ GM Rob Pelinka considering him among the best globally. Pelinka values having both Doncic and LeBron James, emphasizing the team’s optionality. Amidst Doncic’s rise and brand collaborations, Pelinka dismisses James’ retirement rumors, highlighting his continued importance to the Lakers’ championship aspirations.

Hrithik Roshan has leased a sea-facing apartment in his Juhu property to his partner, Saba Azad, for a monthly rent of Rs 75,000. This is significantly lower than the prevailing market rates in the Mannat Apartments, where Roshan owns three floors. A comparable unit in the same building was leased for Rs 10 lakh per…

Kolkata’s iconic yellow Ambassador taxis are being transformed into mobile art galleries to celebrate 40 years of Asian Paints Sharad Shamman, an initiative that revolutionized Durga Puja. The “Cholte Cholte 40” project converts these soon-to-be-phased-out taxis into tributes to specific decades of Durga Puja artistry, showcasing the festival’s evolution.

Mutton back on J&K tables after traders call off strike over Punjab ‘extortion’

Ravi Teja’s ‘Mass Jathara’ has seen a moderate box office opening, with collections dipping on Wednesday. The film earned Rs 13.56 crore in total, a stark contrast to his previous hit ‘Dhamaka’. Directed by Bhanu Bogavarapu, it features Ravi Teja as a railway policeman battling smugglers.

400m hurdles star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is far from done with her pet event as she focuses on 400m flat for world championships.