‘Never original’: Singer Lucky Ali SLAMS Javed Akhtar over old ‘don’t become like Muslims’ remark

Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar is facing criticism after a video resurfaced where he urged Hindus not to emulate Muslims. During a panel discussion, he referenced a scene from ‘Sholay’ and recalled telling filmmaker Raju Hirani that Hindus were “becoming like Muslims,” calling it a tragedy. Singer Lucky Ali sharply reacted to the viral clip.

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‘Only words’: NDA slams Tejashwi Yadav over promises to Jeevika Didis; says his family ‘looted’ Bihar

Bihar’s ruling NDA allies fiercely attacked RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav’s promises to Jeevika Didis, calling them hollow and a ‘bribe’ ahead of elections. Leaders accused the RJD of a history of corruption and failing to deliver, contrasting it with the NDA’s ‘methodical’ approach to women’s empowerment and development schemes.

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‘Spy for Ukraine’: Russian held in Moscow for sharing military information; FSB releases interrogation video

A Russian citizen has been detained in Moscow for allegedly transmitting classified military information to Ukrainian intelligence. The suspect, who reportedly visited Ukraine, is accused of sharing locations of Russian air defense systems via social media, which were allegedly used in strikes. This incident follows another detention in Siberia on similar espionage charges.

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India’s steel sector: Cheap imports, dumping hurt domestic production; RBI calls for safeguard measures

The Reserve Bank of India has urged policy measures to bolster domestic steel sector competitiveness, facing pressure from rising imports and global dumping in 2023-25. Low import prices have adversely impacted domestic production, with significant imports originating from South Korea, China, and the US. The central bank highlights the need for innovation and cost efficiency…

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India’s smartphone market: Shipments rise 3% in Q3 2025; Vivo leads with 20% share, Apple re-enters top five

India’s smartphone market saw a modest 3% year-on-year growth in Q3 2025, shipping 48.4 million units driven by new launches and aggressive retail incentives. However, analysts caution that this momentum, fueled by channel push rather than pure consumer recovery, may not extend into the year-end festive period due to urban consumer sentiment and potential inventory…

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Reverse walking: The simple habit that offers incredible benefits for heart, joints and mind

Walking backwards, or retro walking, is gaining traction for its evidence-backed benefits. This exercise strengthens lower body muscles, improves balance and coordination by challenging the neuromuscular system, and boosts cardiovascular health with a higher heart rate and calorie burn. It also offers cognitive advantages, acting as brain training through novel movement.

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