Bihar heads into the final phase of assembly elections today, with 1,302 candidates vying for 122 seats. High stakes are on for both the NDA and INDIA bloc as 3.7 crore voters decide the fate of key ministers and constituencies, particularly in the Seemanchal and Champaran regions.
Oscar-winning actors Michael Caine and Matthew McConaughey have teamed up with AI audio firm ElevenLabs to create digital replicas of their voices. Caine’s voice joins the company’s new Iconic Voice Marketplace for licensed creative use, while McConaughey will use his AI voice to release a Spanish-language version of his Lyrics of Livin’ newsletter.
The National Medical Commission has approved 100 additional MBBS seats across two Jamshedpur colleges, boosting MGM Medical College to 150 and Manipal Tata Medical College to 200. These new intakes will be available from the 2025-26 academic session, impacting NEET-UG 2025 counselling. This expansion aligns with the state’s goal to strengthen medical education.
Arshad Warsi has candidly admitted that he regrets being part of Rajkumar Kohli’s 2002 film Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani. Despite featuring a massive star cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Sonu Nigam, Armaan Kohli, and Manisha Koirala, the fantasy-action film has often been regarded as one of Bollywood’s most infamous cult misfires.
Classroom technology, once hailed as a gateway to knowledge, is increasingly drawing concern from educators and experts. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, former Obama White House health policy advisor, warned on Fox & Friends Weekend that unchecked use of screens is “antithetical to learning.” Experts caution that constant digital distraction fragments attention, diminishes retention, and risks long-term…
Paresh Rawal’s courtroom drama, ‘The Taj Story,’ is nearing Rs 20 crore but faces a significant box office slowdown. After a moderate opening and promising weekend, the film saw sharp drops in weekday collections. Despite a compelling premise, limited mass appeal and competition have impacted its theatrical run, with recent collections showing a steep decline.
Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ is a box office success, nearing ₹160 crore in its fourth week. Despite new releases and mixed reviews, the sports drama, directed by RS Prasanna, is holding strong. The film features ten neurodivergent actors, adding authenticity to the story of a suspended coach training a team of…
A man, Imran, has been arrested for allegedly strangling a 60-year-old woman, Joshina, in Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district. Police say Joshina had pressured Imran to marry her. After reviewing extensive CCTV footage, investigators traced Imran, who reportedly confessed to killing her to ‘get rid of her’ and then attempting to stage the scene.
Brittany Mahomes showcased a touching tribute to her husband, Patrick Mahomes, with custom embroidery on her game day pants featuring his jersey number. She cheered on the Chiefs alongside Taylor Swift, highlighting their blossoming friendship. Mahomes’ stylish ensemble, blending red, white, and gold, underscored her unwavering support and Chiefs Kingdom pride.
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) has launched a vigorous campaign to reclaim footpaths for pedestrians by removing illegal encroachments. Recent actions targeted areas from Bajpai Chowk to Nimkar Naka, clearing around 70 encroachments, including carts, platforms, cabins, and unauthorized structures. Citizens have welcomed the initiative, praising the KDMC for restoring walkability in previously obstructed areas.
