A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer are collaborating for the first time on Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana,’ creating immense excitement. Rahman described the project as one of the most exciting he has undertaken, praising its musical and cultural direction. He noted the challenge of coordinating schedules with Zimmer, a very busy man.
Snap Inc. has reported impressive revenue figures, surpassing analyst expectations. The company is partnering with AI startup Perplexity AI, integrating its search engine into Snapchat. This collaboration aims to enhance user engagement and help Snap compete with rivals. Perplexity AI will pay Snap a significant amount over a year.
Wall Street experienced gains, propelled by Microsoft and Meta’s strong performance driven by AI optimism and solid earnings. Major indices approached record highs, while inflation data and Trump’s tariff policies introduced caution ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed held rates steady amid persistent inflation concerns and trade uncertainties, impacting rate cut expectations.
Guru Purnima, observed on July 10th in 2025, is a sacred festival honouring spiritual teachers and the divine wisdom they impart, contrasting with Teachers’ Day, which celebrates academic educators. Rooted in Vedic tradition and aligned with Jupiter’s astrological influence, Guru Purnima emphasizes inner enlightenment and devotion.
Ashish Kapoor, the actor known for ‘Dekha Ek Khwaab,’ has been granted bail by Delhi’s Tis Hazari Court after facing rape allegations. He expressed relief and gratitude towards the legal system, emphasizing his faith in the principles of democracy.
MacKenzie Scott has significantly reduced her Amazon stake, cutting holdings by nearly 42% to $12.6 billion. This reduction occurred despite Amazon’s stock performance and follows her extensive philanthropic efforts, which have heavily focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The exact reasons for the stake reduction, whether sales or donations, remain unspecified.
Harvard’s $2.7 billion legal win over the Trump administration may be delayed due to the ongoing US government shutdown. A final court judgment is pending, halting any appeal or further action. While the Department of Health and Human Services began releasing blocked funds, the shutdown has suspended Department of Justice operations. The case may be…
Recent rumors of Shah Rukh Khan’s injury on the set of ‘King’ and subsequent relocation plans are false, according to NDTV. While SRK has had past injuries and travels to the US for treatment, his recent trip in July is routine. This isn’t the first time such rumors have surfaced.
Rs 7,280 crore rare Earth magnet scheme: Industry hails REPM initiative; firms see reduced import dependence
Kantara: Chapter 1, the sequel to the sleeper hit, is poised for a strong opening with advance bookings reaching nearly Rs 20 crore, a significant jump from its predecessor’s modest start. The film, projected to open at Rs 40 crore, faces a challenging box office clash with “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumar” for screens.
