Rishikesh’s iconic Laxman Jhula to be replaced soon; this is what government has decided to do about it

Rishikesh’s iconic Laxman Jhula, shut since 2019 due to safety concerns, is being replaced by the new Bajrang Setu. This 132-meter glass suspension bridge, inspired by Kedarnath Temple architecture, is nearing completion by December 2025. It aims to offer a unique experience with its glass floor and is designed with safety as a top priority.

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‘Deepika Padukone is a big star’: Sudhir Mishra says she should be paid equal to male actors

Deepika Padukone is advocating for equal pay and fair working conditions on film sets, reportedly walking away from projects due to unmet demands. Veteran filmmaker Sudhir Mishra supports her stance, emphasizing that actresses with comparable star power and roles to male co-stars deserve equal remuneration. He believes Padukone’s box office draw warrants pay parity with…

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IIIT Delhi and TimesPro launch new PG diploma in interaction design and UX; check details here

IIIT Delhi, in collaboration with TimesPro, has launched a one-year online PG Diploma in Interaction Design & UX. This flexible programme combines over 300 hours of theoretical and practical learning, a capstone project, and a three-day campus immersion. Aimed at professionals and aspiring designers, it equips learners with hands-on skills in user research, interaction design,…

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Ilaiyaraaja vs ‘Dude’: Madras HC permits composer’s legal move against Pradeep Ranganathan starrer as copyright war intensifies

Veteran composer Ilayaraja has secured Madras High Court permission to sue Sony Music and others over alleged unauthorized use of his songs in the film ‘Dude’. The court is addressing copyright infringement claims, with Sony stating readiness to file a reply. A Supreme Court order regarding the transfer of music copyright cases is also influencing…

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