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South Africa’s World Champion captain, Temba Bavuma, expressed frustration over playing only two Tests against India. He believes such short series don’t do justice to contests between top red-ball teams and hopes for longer engagements in the future. Bavuma emphasized that while players can’t control schedules, consistent good performance might attract more matches.

London-based academic Francesca Orsini was denied entry into India and deported after being blacklisted for violating her tourist visa conditions by conducting research. Officials stated that undertaking research requires a specific ‘R’ visa, and violating visa terms can lead to blacklisting, a sovereign right of any nation.

Dubai’s education regulator has set a fee cap for private schools for the 2025-2026 academic year. Tuition increases will be limited to 2.35% for all schools, regardless of their inspection rating. This move aims to ensure affordability for families while maintaining high educational standards. Parents can compare school fees transparently using new tools provided by…

The Met Museum’s upcoming “Costume Art” exhibition, tied to the 2026 Met Gala, will showcase fashion as a distinct art form. Garments will be displayed alongside paintings and sculptures, exploring how clothing shapes human representation across centuries. This ambitious show aims to reveal fashion’s integral role within art history and contemporary culture.

Heart ailments are increasingly affecting younger individuals, not just the elderly, highlighting the critical importance of cardiac health. Advances in medical care offer effective treatments, as seen in cases of a 15-year-old boy and a 42-year-old man whose lives were saved. Preventive measures like diet, exercise, and regular check-ups are crucial. Let’s prioritize heart health…

Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Thamma’ and Harshvardhan Rane’s ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ clashed at the box office this Diwali. Despite mixed reviews, ‘Thamma’ secured a strong opening, raking in ₹44.46 crore by its third day. ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’ garnered ₹17.86 crore, showing resilience despite fewer screens. The weekend’s word-of-mouth will be crucial for both films.

Vivek Oberoi, portraying Vibhishan in Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana: Part 1,’ hailed the film as ‘India’s answer to Hollywood epics.’ He revealed his decision to donate his fee to support children with cancer. Oberoi is also set to star alongside Prabhas in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s ‘Spirit.’

A school in Madhya Pradesh’s Budhela village, inspired by the movie ‘3 Idiots’ and former President Rajendra Prasad, is uniquely training children to write ambidextrously. Veena Vadini Public School teaches over 100 students to use both hands simultaneously, alongside multiple languages. This innovative educational experiment, started in 1999, has already produced hundreds of ambidextrous graduates,…

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda was hospitalized with brutal head and spine injuries following a motorcycle accident near Baddi. Initially in critical condition and on ventilator support, he is now recovering well at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. Music composer Bunty Bains provided a positive update, confirming reduced oxygen support and a stable pulse.