Boxer Parveen Hooda, stripped of her Asian Games medal and Olympic quota due to whereabouts failures, has made a powerful comeback after a 22-month ban. Overcoming self-doubt and a shoulder injury, she clinched gold at the BFI Cup, demonstrating renewed aggression and a focus on dominating the ring as she eyes the 2028 Olympics.
Horoscopes suggest improvements in health and finances for many signs. Family harmony and enjoyable trips are highlighted, though some may face minor disagreements in friendships. Opportunities for financial growth and spiritual exploration arise, but caution is advised against those who might exploit generosity. Maintaining a positive attitude and focusing on personal well-being are key themes.
Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen’s ‘Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra’ has achieved a monumental Rs 156 crore in 50 days, rewriting Malayalam cinema history. This film, backed by Dulquer Salmaan, has become the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever and a massive hit in Kerala. Its success has paved the way for a five-film universe, with sequels planned featuring…
AI startup Runway has launched its Gen 4.5 model, claiming superior video generation capabilities over Google and OpenAI in an independent benchmark. The model reportedly excels in physics, motion, and cause-and-effect, securing the top spot on the Video Arena leaderboard. Runway’s CEO highlighted this as a “David-versus-Goliath victory” against larger tech giants.
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha have welcomed their newborn son, naming him Neer, a Sanskrit word meaning ‘water,’ symbolizing purity and divinity. The couple announced the arrival of their baby boy exactly one month after his birth, expressing their profound joy and the new chapter of parenthood.
Heavy rains hit Rajasthan, causing two deaths and widespread flooding. Sawai Madhopur experienced the highest rainfall. A collapsed culvert disrupted traffic on National Highway-552. Dams overflowed in Bhilwara and Kota, inundating nearby areas. A man drowned in Ajmer, and a woman was swept away in Jaipur. An orange alert is issued for Udaipur and surrounding…
The Election Commission will deploy 470 officers from various civil services as general, police, and expenditure observers for the upcoming Bihar assembly election and bypolls in seven states. These observers will ensure fairness, impartiality, and credibility, acting as the EC’s eyes and ears to oversee the electoral process and flag any abuse of money power.
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has slammed Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for inaction on land lease rules, risking eviction for hotels and institutions. She announced her party’s ‘Anti-bulldozer Bill’ to regularize land holdings of those in possession for over 30 years. Meanwhile, BJP leader Sunil Sharma questioned the CM’s focus on statehood.
Thane’s experimental ban on heavy trucks along Ghodbunder Road sparked varied responses on its first day. Intra-city commuters enjoyed smoother traffic, while long-distance travelers faced significant delays due to truck congestion at entry points like Gaimukh and Kopri.
