Central Railway will conduct a megablock today on the Main and Harbour lines, impacting commuters. The Main line will experience disruptions between CSMT and Vidyavihar, while the Harbour line faces suspensions between CSMT and Chunabhatti/Bandra. Western Railway will also have a block on slow lines between Borivali and Goregaon for maintenance.
PhysicsWallah’s post-listing surge has evaporated, with shares plummeting over 9% and erasing billions in market value. Despite the sharp decline, the edtech firm still trades above its IPO price. Experts cite strong fundamentals like brand recall and affordability, but caution against competition and regulatory risks.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar asserted unity with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, dismissing speculation about power-sharing disagreements. Following a meeting, Shivakumar emphasized their commitment to governance and future electoral goals, aiming for a repeat victory in 2028. Both leaders presented a united front, attributing rumors to media and opposition.
Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju’s rom-com ‘Dude’ has achieved a strong opening weekend, surpassing Rs 30 crore at the box office within three days. The film’s collection of Rs 30.55 crore marks a new personal best for Ranganathan, outperforming his previous film ‘Dragon’.
Prime Minister Modi delivered a 103-minute Independence Day speech, surpassing his previous record from last year and setting a new milestone. He also exceeded Indira Gandhi’s record by delivering his 12th consecutive address from the Red Fort. However, Jawaharlal Nehru still holds the overall record with 17 consecutive I-Day speeches.
Aaron Rodgers will retire after the 2025 NFL season. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback announced his plans. He recently surpassed Brett Favre in touchdown passes. Rodgers signed a one-year deal with the Steelers. He expressed excitement about finishing his career in Pittsburgh. His performance has fluctuated. He aims for a memorable final season.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea to lift a seven-year-old stay on a CBI probe into tiger poaching in Corbett Tiger Reserve. The probe had suggested forest officials’ connivance with poachers. The CBI itself has sought vacation of the stay, citing preliminary findings of irregularities and cover-ups. An environmentalist argues the prolonged…
While Lokesh Cinematic Universe captivates with action, Malayalam cinema is building its own shared universe (WCU) with quirky humor and genre experiments. The WCU is now venturing into a zombie apocalypse with ‘Jambi’, potentially creating crossover opportunities with earlier WCU characters. This tonal diversity offers a unique experience for fans who enjoy Easter eggs and…
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised Shubman Gill’s captaincy during the fourth Test against England, highlighting the delayed introduction of Washington Sundar as a significant concern. Despite the pitch favoring spin, Gill’s reluctance to utilise Sundar until the 69th over, even after his impactful performance at Lord’s, drew sharp criticism.
