The Sabhagar Theatre Festival returns to Kolkata from November 12-16, 2025, at G.D. Birla Sabhagar, featuring acclaimed Indian productions and Kolkata premieres. This five-day event aims to revive the city’s performing arts scene by bringing together artists and audiences for immersive experiences, including workshops and discussions.
India’s cricket team concluded their Dubai practice, gearing up to defend their Asia Cup title. Key players like Gill and Yadav participated in batting sessions, while Bumrah rejoined after a break. The team, under coach Gambhir, is set to face UAE, Pakistan, and Oman in Group A, aiming to continue their Asia Cup dominance.
The Supreme Court will hear the AIFF and FSDL dispute on August 22. The conflict involves ISL clubs’ contracts and potential league closure. Clubs worry about financial losses and India’s football future. They have written to AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey. The court will also review the AIFF draft constitution. This includes term limits and age…
Indonesian gymnastics prodigy Naufal Takdir Al Bari, 19, tragically died in Russia after a training accident. Expected to compete in the 2028 Olympics, Bari suffered a fatal neck injury during a high bar routine, spending 12 days in intensive care before passing away. His death, confirmed by both Indonesian and Russian federations, has deeply shocked…
Mahavatar Narimsha, an animated mythological drama, nears the Rs 250 crore mark after its eighth weekend. It has become India’s highest-grossing animation film. The Hindi version leads collections, contributing Rs 187.50 crore. The film is part of a seven-part Mahavatar Universe. Future films will showcase other Vishnu incarnations. The success has spurred new animation projects…
A Gurgaon police constable is suspended and booked after allegedly using a woman’s car registration number to trace her personal details, including her Instagram account.
A preliminary report reveals a possible technical glitch in the AI-171 crash, with pilots questioning a sudden fuel cut-off. Simultaneously, the FAA had previously flagged potential fuel control switch issues in Boeing 787s. In other news, an Indian space mission cleared key tests, while a Bangladeshi woman was jailed for illegally entering India to meet…
Devotees across India are gearing up to celebrate Dev Uthani Ekadashi on November 1, 2025, marking the end of Chaturmaas. This auspicious day signifies Lord Vishnu’s awakening, heralding a period of peace, prosperity, and new beginnings. The festival involves fasting, prayers, and rituals, with celebrations extending to November 2nd for some.
Meghalaya has achieved national recognition, securing second place for its palliative care services under the National Programme for Palliative Care. This award, presented during World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2025, highlights the state’s dedication to compassionate, patient-centric care and effective implementation of innovative service delivery models.
Farah Khan’s cook, Dilip, revealed his secret to securing a salary hike: acting sad. He believes more crying leads to a bigger raise, much to Farah’s amusement. Despite a recent increase, Dilip humorously insists on continuing his ‘crying’ tactic for further pay bumps.
