Kashyap on why his female characters are named ‘Manjri’

Anurag Kashyap reveals his inspiration for strong female characters in his films, consistently naming them Manjri after his mother. He also expresses hesitation about directing Virat Kohli’s biopic, preferring to focus on more challenging subjects. Kashyap further shares Shah Rukh Khan’s habit of personally commending his projects, while also mentioning Aaishvary Thackeray’s debut in his…

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Sridhar Vembu announces system-wide end-to-end encryption for WhatsApp-rival Arattai, calls it ‘a forced upgrade because…’

Zoho’s WhatsApp rival, Arattai, is set to implement mandatory system-wide end-to-end encryption for all users in the coming days. Founder Sridhar Vembu announced this ‘forced upgrade’ after extensive testing, prioritizing user privacy. Initially, one-on-one chats will be encrypted, with group chats to follow. Users can upgrade the app now, though the feature will activate post-final…

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Deal in limbo: Ukraine war, sanctions cast shadow on Indo-Russian joint venture for 200 choppers

The Indo-Russian joint venture to manufacture Kamov helicopters in India is facing significant delays due to the Ukraine war, Western sanctions, and supply chain disruptions. HAL is awaiting certification status from the Russians before making further decisions. Consequently, HAL is shifting its focus towards indigenous helicopter platforms like LUH, LCH, and IMRH, with production centralized…

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‘Reality of being pedestrian parent’: Canadian highlights poor footpath conditions in India; video goes viral

A viral video shows the difficulties of walking on Indian footpaths. Content creator Caleb Friesen struggled with a baby stroller in Bengaluru, encountering numerous obstructions. His post humorously ranked these obstacles, placing pedestrians last. The video has sparked conversations about footpath accessibility across Indian cities. Friesen aims to raise awareness about these issues.

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Quote of the day by Morgan Freeman: “Life doesn’t offer you promises whatsoever, so it’s very easy…”

Hollywood icon Morgan Freeman shares a powerful thought on life’s unpredictability. He notes that opportunities are not guaranteed, and it is easy to be forgotten. Freeman emphasizes the deep satisfaction of being valued after experiencing times of being overlooked. His words encourage appreciation for present recognition and highlight the quiet triumph of perseverance.

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Vivek Ramaswamy congratulates Indian-origin Olympic medalist Rajeev Ram on winning men’s doubles ATP title at 41: Who is Rajeev Ram?

Rajeev Ram, at 41, secured the men’s doubles ATP title at the 2025 Cincinnati Open with partner Nikola Mektic, defeating Lorenzo Musetti and Lorenzo Sonego. This Masters 1000 victory highlights Ram’s enduring skill and adaptability, adding to his impressive career which includes six Grand Slam titles and two Olympic silver medals.

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