Mumbai dominated Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy clash against Pondicherry, reaching 317 for 3. Akhil Herwadkar, Musheer Khan, and Sidhesh Lad starred with significant scores. Pondicherry’s decision to bowl first proved costly on a favorable batting pitch at the Wankhede Stadium.
Dharmendra’s RARE photo with Dev Anand resurfaces: “I once stood in long queues to watch his movies.”
Actor Piyush Pandey has criticised the extravagant entourages of B-town stars, contrasting it with the fuss-free work culture of the South film industry. He questioned the necessity of large security teams and multiple assistants, highlighting how such demands inflate production budgets and burden movies.
Chirag Paswan’s sole film, ‘Miley Naa Miley Hum,’ co-starring Kangana Ranaut, flopped at the box office. Despite the acting disaster, Paswan cherishes the enduring friendship with Ranaut, a bond that unexpectedly led them both to politics. He reflects on his struggles with memorizing dialogues, finding acting unsuitable for him.
Restaurants are tackling food waste by adjusting menus and portion sizes based on seasonal appetites and consumption patterns. Technologies like predictive analytics and rigorous waste audits help minimize surplus, with some establishments achieving near-zero waste through innovative repurposing and circular practices.
Saudi Arabia’s laws still prohibit unmarried men and women from being alone together privately, a practice known as khulwa. While public gender mixing is now more relaxed, private cohabitation remains illegal and can lead to investigation, detention, and charges, especially if drugs or explicit content are found. Enforcement has shifted away from public policing, but…
Retail inflation in October has hit its lowest level since 2013 – the time that this series of CPI inflation started. At the start of 2025, the repo rate stood at 6.5% – and as the end of the year approaches, it has come down by a full 100 basis points! Where will the easing…
Army chief has issued a stern warning to Pakistan and terror groups, stating that the recent Operation Sindoor was merely a preview of India’s capabilities. He emphasized that India will retaliate against both terrorists and their state sponsors, asserting that the nation is prepared for future challenges and will not be intimidated.
A terror investigation into the 10 November Red Fort blast has unexpectedly exposed major flaws in India’s accreditation system. As Al-Falah University came under scrutiny, NAAC, AIU and Delhi Police simultaneously flagged alleged fake accreditation claims, triggering notices, suspensions and FIRs. The episode reveals how easily institutions can project legitimacy—and how slowly regulators act until…
South Africa secured a dramatic 30-run victory over India in the first Test, bowling the hosts out for a mere 93 while chasing 124. Temba Bavuma’s unbeaten 55 was crucial in setting the target. India’s batting faltered against spin, with several players making questionable shot selections, leading to their downfall and a slide in WTC…
