Shashank Khaitan recently defended Karan Johar amidst the insider-outsider debate, asserting that even outsiders like Sidharth Malhotra are sometimes wrongly perceived as nepotism products. He highlighted Johar’s role in launching non-industry individuals, including himself, and emphasized that Johar’s private company allows him to choose his talent freely, with audiences making the final decision.
The Indian government has assured Belgian authorities of humane detention conditions for Mehul Choksi if he’s extradited to India for the PNB fraud case. These assurances, detailing facility specifications and healthcare provisions at Mumbai’s Arthur Road Jail, aim to meet international human rights standards.
Michael Jordan and his wife, Yvette Prieto, are enjoying a luxurious Mediterranean summer aboard their $115 million yacht, M’Brace. They’ve been spotted in glamorous locations like Mykonos, with Yvette showcasing her impeccable vacation style. Jordan is also preparing for a broadcast comeback with NBC after selling his stake in the Charlotte Hornets, marking a new…
Madison Keys’ exit from Wimbledon adds to the list of top seeds falling with Aryna Sabalenka being the only top-six women’s seed left. Naomi Osaka faced defeat in the third round as America’s Ben Shelton concluded his match in just 71 seconds.
Viswashkumar Ramesh was the only one to walk away from the crash alive. He has gone back to London, weighed down by his brother’s memories, while bereaved families seek closure amid a probe that throws up more questions than answers
Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission and BJP of a conspiracy to manipulate Haryana’s election results, alleging 25 lakh duplicate, non-existent, or manipulated voters. He presented evidence of “vote chori” across five categories, including a Brazilian model voting multiple times under different names. Gandhi claimed the EC refused to use its software to detect discrepancies,…
Uma Bharti welcomed the Malegaon blast verdict. She insisted that terror has no colour. Bharti demanded an apology from Congress and Digvijay Singh. She criticized the ‘Hindu terror’ narrative. Bharti remembered Pragya Thakur and her suffering. She blamed political parties for ‘Bhagwa terror’ label. Bharti said those who fabricated lies must be punished.
After an eight-year wait, Bengaluru’s Yellow Line, a 19km elevated corridor connecting RV Road to Bommasandra, is set to open. This crucial link in Phase II of Namma Metro will connect south Bengaluru to the Electronics City IT hub, featuring 16 stations and costing ₹7,610 crore.
The VVIT-U Balotsav 2025 concluded with a vibrant celebration of Telugu children’s talent in arts and culture. Young participants showcased their skills in music, dance, theatre, and traditional arts, culminating in a grand valedictory ceremony. The event emphasized the importance of creative expression and preserving Telugu heritage for future generations.
Concerns have arisen regarding the Dukes ball’s rapid softening, impacting bowlers and favoring batsmen, as highlighted by India captain Shubman Gill. Manufacturer Dilip Jajodia attributes this to factors beyond production, including drier pitches due to modern preparation techniques and the increased prevalence of aggressive batting styles in all formats.
