The US Open never had a Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal meeting but they would hope the newest rivalry in men’s tennis – Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner – dubbed “Sincaraz” – would fare differently. On the women’s side, defending champion Aryna Sabalenka targets her first major this year, with Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff…
Manoj Bajpayee’s successful career in Bollywood is a surprise to his wife, Shabana Raza, who considers it a miracle given the industry’s challenges. Bajpayee, originally from Bihar, overcame initial struggles and rejections before his breakthrough role in ‘Satya’. He is now married to Shabana Raza and is awaiting the release of his upcoming film, ‘Jugnuma…
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch8 series, developed with Google, introduces Wear OS 6 and Gemini AI. Gemini streamlines tasks via voice commands, enhancing productivity. The watch features One UI 8 Watch for optimized notifications and AI-powered health features like Bedtime Guidance. It boasts a BioActive sensor, improved design, brighter display, and a new processor for enhanced performance…
Amidst global economic turmoil, the IMF urges world leaders to ‘buckle up’ with a four-pronged strategy. This involves building fiscal buffers, strengthening trusted institutions, deepening trade ties, and fostering private sector innovation through technology adoption and infrastructure investment. The IMF also revised growth forecasts upwards, noting less severe impacts from trade tensions than initially feared.
Just before its release, Sreenath Bhasi’s ‘Pongala’ faced a significant leak, with crucial scenes circulating online, prompting director A.B. Binil to pursue legal action. Binil has accused the film’s assistant director, Faisal Shah, of recording and sharing the footage. The film, inspired by real events and featuring action, comedy, and thriller elements, was extensively shot…
R Madhavan has offered a candid perspective on how the theatre-going culture has shifted dramatically over the years. In a recent interview, the actor described how the once-immersive big-screen experience has now become cluttered with distractions and rising costs, making it harder for audiences, especially families, to enjoy a film without interruptions.
This year promises creativity and growth for those born on September 12th, with opportunities for career advancement through new skills and communication. Financial discipline is crucial, while relationships will deepen through honest expression. Health requires stress management, and travel offers inspiration and broadened perspectives, especially in the latter half of 2026.
India is emerging as a prominent medical tourism destination for NRIs, driven by significantly lower healthcare costs and expanding insurance coverage. Elective surgeries range from $2,000 to $15,000, while complex procedures cost between $20,000 and $40,000, coupled with affordable insurance options.
England faced a heavy defeat against South Africa in the first ODI at Leeds, collapsing to just 131 runs. South Africa chased the target comfortably, led by Aiden Markram’s impressive 86. Captain Harry Brook acknowledged the team’s poor performance, while Keshav Maharaj and Wiaan Mulder starred with the ball for South Africa, putting them 1-0…
During the ongoing India-England Test series, Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his discontent with umpire Paul Reiffel’s decisions. Ashwin humorously recounted instances where he felt Reiffel’s calls were consistently unfavorable to India, both while bowling and batting. He even shared his father’s sentiment that India struggles to win when Reiffel officiates, adding fuel to the already…
