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Siddhartha Mukherjee, a St. Columba’s School alumnus, embarked on an extraordinary academic journey from India to Stanford, Oxford, and Harvard. His relentless pursuit of knowledge led him to become a renowned hematologist-oncologist and a Pulitzer Prize-winning author for ‘The Emperor of All Maladies.’ Today, he bridges medicine and the public, making complex biology accessible and…

Remove Muslim quota, Centre will back BC bills, says Kishan Reddy

Tamil Nadu’s first day first show culture is fading, with traditions like ‘paal abishekam’ diminishing and show timings changing. OTT platforms and shorter theatrical runs are reshaping film consumption. While some lament the loss of hero worship, others see it as a healthy shift towards content-driven cinema, with nostalgia and smaller films gaining traction.

Boris Johnson praised Donald Trump’s tariff on India for enabling Putin’s actions, sparking criticism. The Daily Telegraph urged the UK to follow suit, citing India’s significant imports of Russian oil.

Shruti Haasan revealed that Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth provided crucial support during a period of self-doubt early in her career. She shared that Dhanush’s encouragement boosted her confidence while filming ‘3’, directed by Aishwarya. Shruti felt the pressure of her pivotal role in ‘3’ pushed her to excel, marking a turning point.

Shabana Azmi recounted her experiences with Rajesh Khanna in 1980s commercial cinema, highlighting chaotic shoots and incomplete scripts, contrasting sharply with the structured parallel cinema. She recalled a challenging trek for the song “Chalo, Bulaawa Aaya Hai” from Avtaar, enduring harsh conditions with the entire crew, including Khanna, showcasing their resilience.

Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham became the target of inappropriate fan behavior during a game against the Los Angeles Sparks when an adult toy was thrown onto the court, landing near her feet. Hours before the game, Cunningham’s mother jokingly predicted such an event, which the player shared on her podcast.

In a significant step towards sustainable aviation, Indian Oil’s Panipat refinery has become the first in India to be certified for producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from used cooking oil. Cotecna Inspection India certified the refinery, paving the way for blending SAF with conventional aviation turbine fuel (ATF).

Former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron is facing a scandal after his wife, Megan Kerrigan, allegedly leaked messages revealing his interactions with OnlyFans creator Sophie Rain. The leaked messages suggest Byron spent thousands on explicit content, sparking online debate and leading to his resignation. Other OnlyFans creators have also come forward, claiming Byron spent even more…

Croma’s Independence Day Sale, live until August 17, features discounts on a wide array of electronics across its 560+ stores. Deals include smartphones like Nothing Phone 2a Plus and Realme 14 Pro Lite, along with 4K TVs, home appliances, and laptops. Apple products such as iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads are also available with special pricing…