The Income-Tax Department is cracking down on fraudulent tax exemption claims, estimated at ₹700 crore, leading to potential refund delays, especially for claims over Rs 10 lakh. Discrepancies include fabricated medical expenses and false donations, primarily under the old tax framework.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 witnessed a fiery clash between guest entrant Riyas Salim and housemate Shanavas during the ‘BB Hotel’ task. The conflict ignited when Shanavas refused Riyas’ request to change bedsheets, escalating into a heated exchange. Riyas retaliated by creating chaos, prompting Shanavas to allegedly use obscene language.
The Supreme Court has finalised the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) constitution, mirroring the BCCI framework, barring ministers and bureaucrats from management and setting a 70-year age cap. The AIFF must adopt the revised constitution within four weeks, potentially by October 14 in Goa, to avoid FIFA suspension.
The New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) is being employed for tunnel construction, utilizing sprayed concrete for ground support. Significant progress is reported on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project, with station work advancing in Thane, Virar, and Boisar. Tunnel excavation is underway in Palghar, and bridge construction has commenced over key rivers, marking steady advancement in…
xAI has launched Grok 4 Fast, a cost-effective AI model designed for both enterprise and consumer use. It integrates reasoning and non-reasoning capabilities, using fewer tokens than Grok 4 while maintaining comparable accuracy on benchmarks. Grok 4 Fast is available on various platforms, including xAI’s platform, iOS, Android apps, OpenRouter, and Vercel AI Gateway, with…
After a string of box office disappointments since the pandemic, Akshay Kumar is experiencing a resurgence in 2025. His latest release, ‘Jolly LLB 3,’ co-starring Arshad Warsi, Saurabh Shukla, and directed by Shubash Kapoor, has opened strongly with ₹12.50 crore on day one. Positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth suggest a significant jump in collections.
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive brain disorder, extends beyond mere forgetfulness, impacting language, judgment, and behavior, clarifies Dr. Aditya Gupta. While more common after 65, early-onset Alzheimer’s can strike younger individuals. Debunking myths, the disease stems from abnormal protein accumulation, not stress. Although currently incurable, treatments exist to manage symptoms, improve life quality, and slow decline,…
Medha Basu, a scientist and Hindustani classical vocalist, embarks on a European tour, blending academic presentations with concerts. Her research at Jadavpur University explores the neurocognitive impact of Indian classical music on well-being. Supported by a government fellowship, she will present her findings and perform across Portugal, Spain, Germany, France, and Switzerland, showcasing the therapeutic…
Singer Zubeen Garg tragically passed away in Singapore at the age of 52 due to a scuba diving accident, leaving the music industry in mourning. He was scheduled to perform at the Northeast Festival. An old interview resurfaced where he explained why he and composer Pritam never recreated the magic of their hit song ‘Ya…
