Inside Sonakshi Sinha And Zaheer Iqbal’s Movie Date. See Pic
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal stepped out for a movie date on Friday night in Mumbai. The actors watched Deadpool & Wolverine. On his Instagram stories, Zaheer Iqbal shared a…
Zimbabwe To Receive Touring Fee From ECB During UK Tour For One-Off Test
In a first, Zimbabwe will become the first team in modern cricket to receive a “touring fee” from the hosts in bilateral cricket when they will travel to England for…
Watch: When Dhanush danced in the middle of the road while filming Raanjhanaa
Dhanush Birthday 2024: The 2013 film Raanjhanaa, directed by Anand L Rai, is regarded as one of his best works. It featured Sonam Kapoor, Dhanush, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Swara Bhasker,…
Janhvi Kapoor Laughs Off Rumours Of Buying Positive Comments On Social Media: “Not In My Budget”
Janhvi Kapoor, known for being candid when discussing personal and professional struggles, recently addressed allegations that actors pay for positive PR. The actress clarified she doesn’t have the money to…
Who Are ‘Documented Dreamers’ And Why Are They Facing Deportation From US
Nearly 2,50,000 children of legal immigrants, including a significantly large number of Indian-Americans, are now facing a major risk of being deported from the US after they turned 21 and…
Gautam Gambhir’s Bold Experiment In Nets, Converts Hardik Pandya Into…
Team India is all set to face Sri Lanka in the first T20I of the three-match series on Saturday in Pallekele. The entire country is waiting to behold Team India’s…
FICCI Women’s Tribute To Air Force Personnel To Mark 25 Years Of Kargil War
The Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO) yesterday organised an event to honour the Air Force personnel on the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas. The event highlighted the significance of…
Protecting Married People Wanting To Live-In With Another Will…: Court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that granting protection to married people who want to be in live-in relationships with their partners would amount to encouraging “wrongdoers” and…
Ex India Star Picks XI For 1st T20I vs SL, Leaves Out Zimbabwe Tour Hero
As Gautam Gambhir gears up to make his debut as India head coach in the first T20I against Sri Lanka, former India batter Wasim Jaffer has shared his playing XI…
Indian Archers Aim To End 36-Year Wait For Olympic Medal At Paris Olympics
Bolstered by their best-ever show in the ranking rounds, Indian archers will look to end a 36-year-long wait for an Olympic medal with yet another good show in the medal…
China Takes First Olympic Gold As Rain Disrupts Games
China took the first gold of the Paris Olympics on Saturday, as the rain that dampened the opening ceremony took its toll on the first full day of sporting action.…
China Takes First Olympic Gold As Rain Disrupts Games
China took the first gold of the Paris Olympics on Saturday, as the rain that dampened the opening ceremony took its toll on the first full day of sporting action.…
This Is Not A Drill: Ranveer Singh To Star With Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal And Akshaye Khanna In His Next Film
Ranveer Singh just announced his next film on Saturday. The untitled film will be directed by Aditya Dhar and the stellar ensemble cast also includes Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun…
Taapsee Pannu to cheer for husband Mathias Boe at 2024 Paris Olympics
Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu, who married Danish Olympic silver medallist Mathias Boe in March this year, is set to be his plus-one at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Taapsee will be…
As Gambhir Begins India Coach Job, Manjrekar’s Blunt Reminder Of His Role
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar triggered a debate on social media with his strange remarks about the coaches of the Indian team. Just as Gautam Gambhir prepares to begin his…
DMK Protests Across Tamil Nadu Against “Discriminatory” Union Budget
The ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu held protests across the state today alleging that the Union Budget was “discriminatory” against states that “boycotted” the BJP. DMK President and Tamil Nadu…
Sketches Of 3 Terrorists In J&K’s Doda Released, Rs 5 Lakh Reward Announced
Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday released sketches of three terrorists operating in Doda District while announcing a reward of Rs 5 lakh for information leading to their capture. A…
Ajit Doval Meets Myanmar PM, Discusses Peace, Stability In Border Region
Myanmar Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlain has met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and discussed measures for forging peace and stability in the border region. Mr Doval was…
Holder helps West Indies fight back after early collapse
Jason Holder (59) and Joshua Da Silva (49) held firm in the second session after West Indies squandered a promising position on Day One of the third Test against England…
‘Happy to contribute in winning cause’
Pacer Renuka Singh said India have been playing consistent cricket in the Women’s Asia Cup so far and would look to continue in the same way in the final to…
Paris Olympics: Elon Musk Reacts To Space Pictures Of Opening Ceremony
Stunning views of Paris from space went viral on social media as the city welcomed the Olympics 2024 with a grand opening ceremony. Pictures taken from space – taken by…
Gautam Gambhir’s Bold Experiment In Nets, Converts Hardik Pandya Into…
Team India is all set to face Sri Lanka in the first T20I of the three-match series on Saturday in Pallekele. The entire country is waiting to behold Team India’s…
SKY to follow Rohit’s aggressive template
Suryakumar Yadav, the newly-appointed T20I captain, on Friday asserted that India will continue to play the aggressive brand of cricket which hallmarked the regime of his predecessor Rohit Sharma. “The…
Surya, Gambhir take charge as India face Sri Lanka in 1st T20I
At first glance, this is a T20I series with not too much at stake, but first glances can often be deceptive. The next T20 World Cup is a fair distance…
What Dilip Joshi, Munmun Dutta Posted After Kush Shah’s Exit From Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
For fans of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, there’s some sad news. Kush Shah, popular for his role as Goli, is leaving the show. As Kush bid farewell to TMKOC,…
Suryakumar Opens Up On Bond With Gambhir, Says “Even Though I Wasn’t…”
India captain Suryakumar Yadav has opened up on his bond with new head coach Gautam Gambhir, with the two set to join forces for the first time in Indian colours…
Olympics 2024: Indian Shooters Fail To Make Medal Matches In Mixed Team
Indian shooters were eliminated in the 10m air rifle mixed team qualifications stage of the Paris Olympics here on Saturday. Ramita and Arjun Babuta finished sixth with a total score…
Malaika Arora and Rahul Khanna turn up the heat at India Couture Week 2024
Bollywood fashionista Malaika Arora turned muse for fashion designer Siddartha Tytler as she walked the ramp for his collection at the FDCI India Couture Week 2024. Malaika upped the hotness…
Paris Olympics 2024: Taapsee Pannu To Husband Mathias Boe – “We Could’ve Used This Outfit At The Wedding”
Badminton player Mathias Boe is in Paris for the Olympics. He is the coach to Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty. Mathias posted pictures from the opening ceremony with Badminton ace…
Olympics: Boxer Nikhat Zareen “Ready To Pack A Punch”, Handed Tough Draw
Indian boxer and current women’s world champion Nikhat Zareen expressed her excitement for her Olympics debut, saying that she feels ready to “pack a punch and fulfill her dream” of…
“Dark Horses”: Ex-India Shuttler Hopeful Of Lakshya, Prannoy’s Success
Paris Olympics 2024 kick-started with a grand opening ceremony on Friday. A total of 117 athletes are representing India at the quadrennial event, aiming for a good medal tally. India’s…
A House For Rahul Gandhi, Leader Of Opposition In Lok Sabha
Rahul Gandhi, who had to vacate his official bungalow after being disqualified from Lok Sabha last year, is now being offered a new bungalow, sources have told NDTV. The 54-year-old…
Donald Trump Calls Kamala Harris, Married To A Jewish Man, An Anti-Semite
US presidential candidate Donald Trump falsely accused election rival Kamala Harris of being an anti-Semite who plans to allow the murder of newborn babies, in a speech meant to rally…
Pak’s ISI Plotting With Khalistani Terror Group To Disrupt Amarnath Yatra
Intelligence agencies have recently unearthed information about a plot to disrupt the Amarnath Yatra by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in collaboration with the Khalistani terror organisation Babbar Khalsa International. According…
RBI Fines Visa Rs 2.41 Crore Over Usage Of Unauthorised Payment Method
The Reserve Bank of India imposed a penalty of Rs 2.41 crore (nearly $288,000) on Visa in relation to its usage of an unauthorised payment transfer method, the central bank…
Shah Rukh Khan hugs Farah Khan as she mourns her mother Menaka Irani`s demise
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan reached filmmakers Farah Khan and Sajid Khan`s Mumbai residence after their mother Menaka Irani, passed away. SRK and Gauri were…
SL edge out Pakistan by three wickets, to face India in women`s Asia Cup final
Skipper Chamari Athapaththu`s diligent fifty propelled Sri Lanka to a thrilling three-wicket win over Pakistan in the second semifinal of the women`s Asia Cup here on Friday, setting up the…
Rowing At Olympics: India’s Panwar Finishes 4th In Heat, Into Repechage
India’s lone rower in Paris Olympics, Balraj Panwar moved to the repechages after finishing fourth in heat 1 of the men’s singles scull competition here on Saturday. The 25-year-old Panwar…
Parents Of Indian Shooters Confident Of A Medal At Paris Olympics
Ahead of the shooting contingent’s campaign at the Paris Olympics 2024, parents of Indian shooters Elavenil Valarivan and Ramita Jindal expressed hope that the athletes will come back home with…
On African Holiday, Twinkle Khanna And Akshay Kumar Had This Much Fun
Please do not disturb Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar. The couple is currently having a fantastic time in Tanzania. On Friday, author and film producer Twinkle Khanna shared a video…
England 38-3 after dismissing West Indies for 282 on first day at Edgbaston
England`s openers were routed after fast bowler Gus Atkinson seized the initiative from the West Indies on a lively first day Friday of the third test at Edgbaston. With a…
Raayan Box Office Collection Day 1: A Good Start For Dhanush’s Film
Dhanush’s new film Raayan made a decent collection at the box office on its opening day. On Day 1, the action-drama movie minted Rs 12.5 crore across all languages, according…
Have you heard?
It is known that Ranveer Singh is teaming up with Aditya Dhar for his next film. The actor will reportedly portray a R&AW (Research & Analysis) agent in the action…
Mamata Banerjee Can Make Any Comment Against Governor Within Laws: Court
The Calcutta High Court on Friday directed that Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is free to make any statement concerning Governor C V Ananda Bose, not crossing the contours of…
‘Fake’ CrowdStrike Worker Takes Credit For French Rail Network Collapse
A few days ago, a tweet claiming responsibility for a global Microsoft outage triggered a meme fest on X. Today, the same man has returned with another viral post, this…
Paris Olympics Day 1 Live: Shooters Look To Open India’s Medal Account
Paris Olympics 2024, Day 1, Live Updates: The Indian shooting team to be in action at the start of Day 1 of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, hoping to open…
“Cat Lady, Brat”: Media Attacks On Kamala Harris Follow A Bleak Pattern
Kamala Harris is the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. And while she will not be the Democrat’s first woman nominee, nor the first person of colour, she faces the compounding challenge…
Why Was Woman In Bengaluru Hostel Murdered? What Initial Probe Reveals
The brutal murder of a 24-year-old woman at a hostel in a posh Bengaluru locality has sent shockwaves across the nation. The accused has been arrested by the police and…
From the pages
He is a man of many talents. From being an author to a screenplay writer, from a producer to an actor, Mushtaq Shiekh has tried his hand at many things.…
“240 Million People, 7 Athletes”: Row In Pak Over Olympics On-Air Remarks
An 18-member Pakistan contingent has reached France for the 2024 Olympic Games. As the quadrennial event was declared open on Friday following a glittering opening ceremony, certain remarks by a…
Bigg Boss OTT 3: Armaan Malik Calls Out Sana Makbul For Her “Selfish” Behaviour
As the grand finale of Bigg Boss OTT 3 draws closer, participants are doing everything to get the audience’s votes and win over their fellow contestants. In the meantime, it…
“It Is Necessary”: Vijender Singh On Athletes Opting For Personal Coaches
Joining the never-ending debate on whether personal coaches are required in addition to the federation-appointed national coaches at global events, Olympic medal-winning boxer-turned-politician Vijender Singh sided with the athletes, saying…
Women’s Asia Cup Final: India Eye Eighth Title, Face Sri Lanka
Defending champions India will look to translate their overwhelming dominance in the Women’s Asia Cup to a record-extending eighth title while facing a feisty Sri Lanka in the final here…
“Should Keep It Behind Their Back”: Ex-India Star On Virat-Gambhir IPL Row
A lot has been said and talked about how the Gautam Gambhir–Virat Kohli relationship could be in the upcoming years during the former’s reign as Team India’s head coach. The…
2 Trapped After 3-Storey Building Collapses In Navi Mumbai, Rescue On
Several people are feared trapped after a three-storey building collapsed in Navi Mumbai’s Shahbaz village on Saturday morning. Navi Mumbai Deputy Fire Officer Purushottam Jadhav said that two people have…
“Debt Must Be Reduced Without Affecting Growth”: Nirmala Sitharaman To NDTV
For a growing economy to meet its needs and aspirations, borrowing is a must, but the focus of the finance ministry under her is to ensure that debt is reduced…
“Barbaric, Genocidal Actions…”: Priyanka Gandhi On Netanyahu’s US Speech
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday ripped into the Israeli government over its war on Gaza – which is now into its 10th month and has killed nearly 40,000…
Children Of Indian-American Immigrants Face Deportation As Time Runs Out
There does not seem to any light at the end of the tunnel for children of legal immigrants, a significantly large number of whom are Indian-Americans who came to the…
Trump’s Running Mate On Why He Called Kamala Harris “Childless Cat Lady”
JD Vance, former US President Donald Trump’s running mate, has defended his 2021 remarks where he referred to Democratic politicians as a “bunch of childless cat ladies with miserable lives”.…
Zoya Akhtar’s Tribute To Aunt Menka Irani: “You Shaped My Life In Ways I Will Be Eternally Grateful For”
Filmmaker Farah Khan’s mother Menka Irani died at the age of 79 in Mumbai on Friday. Earlier this month, Farah Khan had revealed in an Instagram post that her mother…
Suryakumar Breaks Silence On Hardik’s Role, Captaincy Change In T20Is
India’s new T20I captain doesn’t intend to change anything as he replaces Rohit Sharma as India’s T20I captain. Surya, attending his first press conference as the full-time captain of the…
Paris Olympics Day 1 Live: Shooters Look To Open India’s Medal Account
Paris Olympics 2024, Day 1, Live Updates: The Indian shooting team to be in action at the start of Day 1 of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, hoping to open…
“Abhi Karlenge Poora…”: Suryakumar’s Funny Reply To Gambhir’s Regret
India’s newly-appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir had recently expressed his regret for not using Suryakumar Yadav‘s potential while they were together in the Kolkata Knight Riders team. Surya has now…
Paris Olympics 2024: Lady Gaga, Celine Dion Add Sparkle To Opening Ceremony
Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura joined dancers, an opera diva and even a heavy metal band in an opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics that sought…
“Should I Send Them To Lahore?”: Bhagwant Mann On Protesting Farmers
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday attacked the Centre, asking if the BJP-led government will not allow the protesting farmers camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri border to enter…
“No State Has Been Denied Anything”: Nirmala Sitharaman Defends Budget 2024
No state has been denied anything in the 2024 Union Budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told NDTV Friday evening, responding to opposition criticism that her speech this week mentioned only…
Deadpool & Wolverine Box Office Collection Day 1: Ryan Reynolds-Hugh Jackman’s Film Gets A Stellar Start
Deadpool & Wolverine finally hit the big screens on Friday (July 26). On day 1, the film, directed by Shawn Levy, minted Rs 21.5 crore at the Indian box office,…
Five Memorable Moments Of Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony
Boundary-breaking, genre-defying and unprecedented: the opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics got the 2024 Summer Games underway with a pulsating energy and unique show that will never be forgotten. Here…
Aditya Roy Kapur On Ranbir Kapoor: “I Would Love To Work With Him Again”
It would be a treat for fans if Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani co-stars Ranbir Kapoor and Aditya Kapur come on board together for a project again. Speaking with ANI, Aditya…
Watch: Dravid’s Surprise Message Makes Gambhir Emotional Ahead Of 1st T20I
As Gautam Gambhir begins his journey as Team India’s new head coach, a surprise message awaited him ahead of the first T20I against Sri Lanka. In a video shared by…
India’s Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I: No Place For Samson In Team?
The Indian cricket team begins the Gautam Gambhir–Suryakumar Yadav era in T20 international cricket, with the first match against Sri Lanka on Saturday. Some bold calls are expected to be…
This Pakistani City Is Ranked Second-Riskiest For Tourists
Karachi has been ranked as the second-riskiest city for tourists, with a rating of 93.12 out of 100, according to a July 11 Forbes Adviser list, reported Dawn. The July…
Paris Olympics Day 1 Live Streaming: Schedule, Time As India Eye 1st Medal
India’s Schedule At Olympics 2024 Day 1, Live Streaming: After the opening ceremony declared the Paris Games open on Friday, Day 1 is here at the quadrennial even, with many…
India’s Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I: No Place For Samson In Team?
The Indian cricket team begins the Gautam Gambhir–Suryakumar Yadav era in T20 international cricket, with the first match against Sri Lanka on Saturday. Some bold calls are expected to be…
Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri And Suhana Pay Last Respects To Farah Khan’s Mom
Filmmakers Farah Khan and Sajid Khan’s mother Menaka Irani died at the age of 79 in Mumbai on Friday. Farah Khan’s close friends from the film industry and colleagues paid…
‘We Did It!’: France Breath Sigh Of Relief After Olympics Opening Ceremony
The concept had been derided as overly ambitious and the location criticised as a prime security risk. But after years of preparation, France could Saturday breathe a sigh of relief…
Continuing Pregnancy Or Not Is A Woman’s Decision: Allahabad High Court
It is a woman’s decision whether to continue the pregnancy or go ahead with medical termination, the Allahabad High Court observed while hearing a 15-year-old rape victim’s plea for abortion…
Michelin-Starred Chefs Fail? Olympic Athletes Complain Not Enough Food
Despite stories of Michelin-starred chefs helping prepare the menus in Paris, Andy Anson, the British Olympic Association’s chief executive, has complained that the food in the Olympic Village “is not…
Rainy Paris Olympics Parade Dampens Many Spectators’ Spirits
Wrapped in a poncho under torrential rain, Brazilian Lucas Amadeu said he regretted forking out 2,700 euros ($2,930) for a top seat at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics…
“We Went To India, Now…”: Ex-Pak Star’s Passionate Champions Trophy Plea
Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has shared his views on India’s potential withdrawal from the Champions Trophy 2025. Ever since Pakistan were awarded the rights to host the Champions Trophy,…
Olympics Opening Ceremony Pays Tribute To Hindi, Internet Says ‘Proud…’
The Paris Olympics 2024 got off to a glittering start with an opening ceremony that celebrated unity in diversity. The city of Paris turned into a colossal amphitheater, and the…
First Time In 147 Years: Zimbabwe Cricketer Registers Unwanted Record
Zimbabwe wicketkeeper Clive Madande set a never-seen-before unwanted record when he conceded 42 byes in a Test innings against Ireland on Friday. The runs given away by the 24-year-old Madande,…
Gangster, Out Of Jail, Holds “Comeback” Rally, Sent Back To Prison
A gangster in Maharashtra was recently released from jail but was sent back to prison after his celebration rally video went viral on social media. Nasik’s gangster Harshad Patankar was…
How Can Fuel Prices Come Down? What Nirmala Sitharaman Told NDTV
Petrol and diesel could be taxed under GST (Goods and Services Tax) rather than VAT (Value Added Tax) if state governments agree to the proposal and fix a suitable rate,…
Michelin-Starred Chefs Fail? Olympic Athletes Complain Not Enough Food
Despite stories of Michelin-starred chefs helping prepare the menus in Paris, Andy Anson, the British Olympic Association’s chief executive, has complained that the food in the Olympic Village “is not…
Bumrah No Longer India’s Test Vice-Captain? Report Names Rohit’s New Deputy
Shubman Gill is all set to replace Jasprit Bumrah as the Indian cricket team vice-captain in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, according to a report by Revsportz. The youngster…
When Kriti revealed how she convinced her parents to let her become an actor
Kriti Sanon bagged her first National Film Award for Best Actor last year for her performance in `Mimi`. She made her acting debut in Bollywood in the year 2014 with…
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Celebs laud bravery of Indian soldiers
On 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas, members of Indian film industry and sports fraternity paid tribute to the brave army men who fought valiantly in extremely harsh conditions to defend the…
Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna attempt traditional dance `Ritunga` with locals
Actor-turned-author Twinkle Khanna shared a video from her recent vacation with husband Akshay Kumar to Tanzania. Without revealing details about the location, she shared a video of her and Akshay…
An Evening In Paris: France Dazzles World With Vibrant Olympics Opening
The city of Paris turned into a colossal amphitheater, and the iconic river Seine served as a track for the athletes’ parade as France showcased its cultural diversity, spirit of…
Delhi Goes To Centre, Seeks Instructions To Haryana, UP Over Yamuna Froth
Taking note of froth in the heavily polluted Yamuna river in Delhi, the AAP government on Friday asked the Centre to instruct Haryana and UP to ensure industries there do…
BJP “Totally Failed As Opposition”: Ex Karnataka Minister Attacks Own Party
In an embarrassment to the BJP in Karnataka, party leader and former state Cabinet minister Arvind Limbavali said his party had “totally failed as an opposition”. “It is regrettable that…
Kerala Court Gives Madhya Pradesh Man 33-Year Jail Term For Raping Girl
A Kerala court on Friday convicted and sentenced a man from Madhya Pradesh to a cumulative 33 years of imprisonment for raping a 15-year-old girl who hailed from West Bengal,…
Kriti Sanon dishes on qualities an ideal boyfriend should have, check it out
Kriti Sanon Birthday 2024: Throughout her career, she has impressed audiences with her diverse roles. The year 2024 was particularly notable for her, with two back-to-back hits: Teri Baaton Mein…
Kriti Sanon Birthday 2024: Param Sundari’s 6 peppy dance numbers
Kriti Sanon has always made us go wow with all her performances. The actress has given stellar performances through her acting, but that doesn`t make her any less of a…
Indian Duped On Promise Of Job Returns From Saudi, Says Embassy
The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia on Friday confirmed the return of an Indian national who was stranded in the Gulf nation after being duped by an agent who had…
Olympics 2024 LIVE: Lady Gaga Sets Stage On Fire At Opening Ceremony
Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony LIVE Updates: The Paris Olympics opening ceremony is on in Paris. An unprecedented and ambitious show with up to 7,000 athletes parading down the River…
Upset Over Friends Leaving School, Class 11 Student Dies By Suicide: Cops
A Class 11 student has allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself in a private school’s hostel in Delhi, police said on Friday. Information about the incident at the school…
2 Merchant Navy Officers Arrested In Cryptocurrency Theft Case: Police
Two merchant navy officers were among three arrested in a cryptocurrency theft case and around Rs 2.5 crore, including Rs 1.25 crore in cash and the remaining in digital currencies,…
“Budget Of Compulsion, Step-Motherly Treatment”: Opposition Attacks Centre
The financial packages to Bihar and Andhra Pradesh showed that this budget was of “compulsion”, the opposition claimed on Friday as it accused the Centre of meting out “step-motherly” treatment…