‘Baahubali’ completes 10 years: Throwback when Anushka Shetty chose not to pursue more pan-India films

A decade after ‘Baahubali’ propelled Anushka Shetty to pan-India stardom, the actress revealed her surprising decision to step back from similar projects. Following ‘Bhaagamathie’, she intentionally took time off to recharge and carefully consider future roles, even declining scripts. After a longer hiatus post-2020, Shetty returned in 2023 with ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’.

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UAE Vice-President seen playing Volleyball with residents at Abu Dhabi summer sports event

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan actively participated in the Abu Dhabi Summer Sports event at ADNEC, emphasizing the UAE leadership’s commitment to promoting fitness and community health. The event features extensive, climate-controlled sports facilities, encouraging year-round activity. Leaders like Sheikh Hamdan also model active lifestyles, inspiring broader public engagement with sport and…

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HR hung up after being asked about company ratings: This candidate’s story shows why freshers must stay alert during hiring calls

A viral Reddit post highlighted a suspicious HR call that left a job seeker bewildered. The incident serves as an important reminder for early-career professionals: always ask questions. Companies often exploit the eagerness of freshers, leading to a power imbalance. Recognising red flags like lack of transparency and unprofessionalism is key to avoiding scams and…

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‘Not going with a white flag’: Novak Djokovic ready for Carlos Alcaraz clash at US Open

Novak Djokovic, undeterred at 38, advances to the US Open semi-final, setting up a generational clash with Carlos Alcaraz. After defeating Taylor Fritz, Djokovic aims for another major title, while Alcaraz, fresh from his victory over Jiri Lehechka, seeks revenge against the experienced champion. Aryna Sabalenka reaches the semi-finals due to Marketa Vondrousova’s injury.

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UAE to increase card fees for foreign transactions: Here’s how expats can avoid extra charges

From September 22, banks in UAE will increase international card usage fees. The new charge will be 3.14 percent. This impacts expats who frequently use their cards abroad. Higher charges are expected on online shopping and remittances. Options exist to reduce these costs. Consider multicurrency cards and direct bank transfers. A new payment system, Jaywan,…

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December 2025 OTT releases: ‘Single Papa’ to ‘Mrs. Deshpande,’ top series and movies that you simply can’t miss

December 2025 brings exciting new Hindi series. Madhuri Dixit stars in the thriller ‘Mrs. Deshpande’. ‘Real Kashmir Football Club’ explores sports drama with Manav Kaul. Kunal Kemmu features in the comedy-family drama ‘Single Papa’. These releases promise diverse entertainment for viewers across platforms like JioHotstar, Sony Liv, and Netflix.

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7 carnivorous plants that can eat animals

Nature’s ingenuity shines through carnivorous plants, which have evolved remarkable strategies to thrive in nutrient-poor soils. From sticky traps to pitcher-like snares and swift closures, these fascinating flora showcase diverse methods for capturing insects and even small animals. Discover the unique survival tactics of seven such plants, proving that even stationary life can be surprisingly…

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