Opinion: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: On Budget 2024’s Laser Focus On Employment
John Maynard Keynes, the renowned British economist, once proposed a rather unconventional method for employment generation: burying bottles filled with banknotes in disused coal mines and letting people dig them…
40 Years After Bhopal Tragedy, Disposal Of Toxic Waste Poses Cancer Threat
Forty years after the Bhopal gas tragedy, its toxic waste cocktail is brewing afresh. About 350 metric tons of hazardous waste from the Union Carbide factory is set to be…
Explained: Why Goans Want To Shun Sunburn Music Festival
Goans are protesting to protect their culture. Social workers, activists, and citizens from across the state gathered outside the South Goa Collectorate on July 20, remonstrating against the controversial electronic…
Gold Prices Drop By Rs 5,000/10gm Post Budget, Bring Cheers To Investors
Gold prices have corrected sharply by 7 per cent or Rs 5,000 per 10 grams in the local markets after the government slashed basic custom duty on gold, and the…
Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Player Auction To Be Held On August 15, 16
As the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) approaches its 10th anniversary on July 26, Mashal Sports announced the PKL Season 11 Player Auction, which is scheduled for August 15 and 16…
“Amuses Me Pandya’s Termed As All-Rounder From…”: Ex-Pakistan Coach
Hardik Pandya‘s importance in Indian cricket currently is immense. Being a top fast bowling allrounder, Pandya represents a breed that is a rarity in the sport in the country. His…
Deadpool & Wolverine Review: Ryan Reynolds And Hugh Jackman Help The Movie Tide Over Its Lows
More meta than matter, Deadpool & Wolverine rips open the bosom of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, pokes fun at and pays tribute to what the 20th Century Fox era produced,…
England vs West Indies Live Score 3rd Test Day 1 Updates
England vs West Indies Live Updates 3rd Test Day 1: England take on West Indies in the third and final Test at Edgbaston in Birmingham, hoping to pull off a…
Who Is Ella Emhoff, Defending Kamala Harris Against “Childless” Remarks?
Ella Emhoff, the stepdaughter of US Vice President Kamala Harris, has defended her against a derogatory comment made by JD Vance, the running-mate of Republican nominee Donald Trump. Vance called…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: Aisha, thoda AI-sa
These days, screenwriter-director Vivek Anchalia is deeply impressed by his assistant. His latest assistant is easily among the most efficient ones he has worked with. “If you ask my assistant…
AI influencers: Sara zamaana talks about Zara
When entrepreneur Rahul Choudhry launched his pharmaceutical company in 2020, he faced a challenge that most start-up owners do—finding an ambassador who would be a natural fit for his products.…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: See the film even before you make it
Can I use a largely empty frame with my subject on the side? Can I use dim lighting in a scene? Prospective scenes play out in editor Sumit Purohit’s mind…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: All pret and production, no poetry
First and foremost, Sameer Uddin is a music composer. But it won’t be wrong to call him a tech geek at heart. The music composer-producer jokes that no matter what…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: ‘Is it dystopian when an actor becomes robot’s
When it comes to big-ticket Bollywood films, we often hear that it has been delayed because its VFX is taking longer than expected. That special effects is a time-consuming process…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: The film starring no one and shot nowhere
If veteran actor Ranjeet had his way, he would have launched his son Jeeva in Bollywood with the screen adaptation of the 2014 book, Maharaja in Denims. We’re told by…
Parineeti Chopra Shares Life Lessons In New Post: “Be Unafraid Of Throwing Toxic People Out Of Your Life”
Please don’t disturb Parineeti Chopra. She is busy unwinding herself. The actress has shared a video of herself on Instagram. Here, she is seen enjoying a boat ride. We can…
Mid-Day 45th Anniversary Special: Afterlife, after technology
One of the greatest gifts of art is that through it, an artiste can live on beyond his lifetime. Metaphorically, and now it turns out, technologically as well. Earlier this…
Mid-day 45th anniversary special: AK vs AI
Let’s consider the past few months. How many instances did we hear of Bollywood celebrities’ deepfake videos circulating online? From a ‘Get ready with me’ video claiming to feature Alia…
Bigg Boss OTT 3: Ranvir Shorey And Lovkesh Kataria’s Conversation Upsets Sana Makbul
Bigg Boss OTT 3 has been keeping viewers hooked with its twists and turns. In the latest video shared by JioCinema on Instagram, Ranvir Shorey is seen asking some “tough…
Agniveer Quits Army, Arrested After Robbing Cars In Punjab
Mohali Police on Wednesday said it has arrested three youths, including an Agniveer, in a vehicle snatching case. The police said the accused have been identified as Agniveer Ishmeet Singh…
Pakistan Great’s “Kohli” Warning To BCCI Amid Champions Trophy Travel Row
Pakistan’s right to host the ICC Champions Trophy has raised doubts over India’s willingness to travel to the country. Due to the political differences between the two neighbouring nations, bilateral…
Shastri’s Brutal Take On Gambhir As Head Coach, Says “No-Nonsense Guy…”
Gautam Gambhir is kick off his reign as head coach of the Indian team on Saturday when the Suryakumar Yadav-led side take on Sri Lanka in the first T20I of…
Taiwan Olympic Legend Finds Her Life Story In Aamir Khan’s ‘Dangal’
“When I watched Dangal with Chinese subtitles a few years ago, I noticed an uncanny resemblance between the wrestlers’ father and my own,” says Chen Shih-hsin, Taiwan’s first-ever Olympic gold…
“I Pray Your Daughter Is…”: Jennifer Aniston Slams Trump’s Running Mate
An old comment by Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance – suggesting childless women are less fit to govern – has sparked a volley of criticism, the latest snap coming…
US Woman Alleges Rape By Married Ajmer Lawyer, Says He “Promised” To Marry
A US woman has filed a police complaint against a married advocate from Rajasthan’s Ajmer, alleging he raped her on the pretext of marriage. The 45-year-old Florida resident alleged that…
France Rail Network Hit By “Malicious Acts” Hours Before Olympics Kick-Off
France’s high-speed rail network was hit by “malicious acts” including arson attacks that have disrupted the transport system, train operator SNCF said Friday, hours before the opening ceremony of the…
"Need to improve against B’desh": Shafali Verma
Their dominant run notwithstanding, opener Shafali Verma said India will need to improve in all areas of the game ahead of their women’s Asia Cup semi.-final against Bangladesh here on…
Alpha To Feature A “No-Holds-Barred” Action Sequence Between Alia Bhatt And Bobby Deol
Actress Alia Bhatt, who is set to headline the female-led spy-universe film Alpha, will engage in a no-holds-barred gory action sequence where she locks horns with the film’s antagonist, Bobby…
Women’s Asia Cup: India Beat Bangladesh By 10 Wickets To enter Final
India vs Bangladesh, Women’s Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final, Highlights: Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana struck a powerful partnership as India defeated Bangladesh by 10 wickets in the semi-final of Women’s…
New Member Joins Gautam Gambhir’s Team In Sri Lanka Ahead Of 1st T20I
Ahead of the first T20I against Sri Lanka, India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has joined the team in Pallekele on Thursday. In a viral social media picture, the former…
Amitabh Bachchan Checked Into First Day Of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 Shoot Like This: “The Run Is On”
Amitabh Bachchan’s popular TV quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 is all set to return to television. The film veteran shared a picture from the sets of the show on…
England unchanged for Edgbaston Test
England have named an unchanged side for the third Test starting on Friday at Edgbaston as they target a series clean sweep of the West Indies. Ben Stokes’s men won…
Decoding the rise of AI in cricket
Imagine India chasing a 213-run target in a T20 World Cup match, with the game hanging in the balance at 107-3 in 11 overs. With strategic decisions pivotal at this…
Shastri’s Brutal Take On Gambhir As Head Coach, Says “No-Nonsense Guy…”
Gautam Gambhir is kick off his reign as head coach of the Indian team on Saturday when the Suryakumar Yadav-led side take on Sri Lanka in the first T20I of…
Up and about
A dad is the best friend a daughter can ask for. And it seems that Shraddha Kapoor found that bond with father Shakti Kapoor. Awww! Ek mulaqat Mahesh Bhatt with…
Have you heard? Making it public
Nikkhil Advani, the director of the upcoming movie, Vedaa, starring John Abraham, has alleged that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has delayed the process of certifying his film.…
IND vs SL: Dilshan Madushanka replaces Nuwan Thushara following an injury
Fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has been ruled out of Sri Lanka’s upcoming T20I series against India due to a fractured left thumb. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has named Dilshan Madushanka…
"We enjoy batting with each other": Shubman Gill on batting with Jaiswal
The picturesque Pallekele International Cricket Stadium will herald the beginning of a new chapter in Indian cricket. Come Saturday, recently appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir will kick off his tenure…
Pavail Gulati: ‘Film explores new dimensions of justice’
Hindi cinema loves its cop stories. From Zanjeer (1973) to Singham (2011), from Sarfarosh (1999) to Mardaani (2014), movie fans have witnessed different shades of on-screen police officers. With Deva,…
Alia out for blood
Fight, rest, repeat. That is Alia Bhatt’s mantra as she shoots for Alpha, the newest offering that marks YRF spy universe’s first female-led espionage thriller. Shiv Rawail’s directorial venture went…
New Pics From Iulia Vantur’s Birthday Party, Hosted By Salman Khan
New day, new photos from Iulia Vantur’s birthday party. Superstar Salman Khan features in new pictures from the party shared by singers Himesh Reshammiya and Mika Singh. Himesh Reshammiya shared…
MiG-27 Ejection, Then Gun In Mouth: Kargil War Hero Recounts Capture In Pak
“Twenty five years is a very long time, but even now, that guy’s eyes and face are clear in my mind. He shoved the barrel of his AK-47 in my…
Not For Pension Scheme That Helps Some, Is Disastrous For Rest: Top Official
This year’s Union Budget, which has been at the receiving end of the opposition’s ire because of the alleged preferential treatment given to certain states – especially Andhra Pradesh and…
Nikkhil Advani: ‘Never saw a time when a maker couldn’t talk to CBFC’
Arre, aap toh Kal Ho Naa Ho jaisi film banate thhe!” This is all that filmmaker Nikkhil Advani heard from one of the members the Central Board of Film Certification…
Ind vs Ban Live Streaming Women’s Asia Cup Semis: When, Where To Watch?
India vs Bangladesh, Women’s Asia Cup Semi-Final, Live Streaming: India to take on Bangladesh in the first semi-final match of the Women’s Asia Cup 2024 on Friday in Dambulla. Harmanpreet…
Papa kehte hain bada naam karega
There are star kid launches, and then there is Junaid Khan’s quiet Bollywood debut with Maharaj. In a way, it reminded us of his superstar-dad Aamir Khan, who usually likes…
Weekend Binge: Celebrating Kriti Sanon’s Birthday Week With Her 10 Best Films
Kriti Sanon is a star who wears many hats – from being an actor and producer to launching her clothing line, fitness startup, and skincare brand. She does it all…
“Above My Pay Grade”: Bumrah’s Take On Not Being Considered For Captaincy
Team India is ready to face Sri Lanka in a white-ball series, which will kick-start from Saturday with a three T20I matches. After the retirement of skipper Rohit Sharma from…
Madhavan Buys New Property In Mumbai Worth Rs 17.5 Crore: Report
Madhavan has purchased an apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), reported The Indian Express. The property is priced at Rs 17.5 crore and covers 389 square metres (4,182 square…
Kargil Vijay Diwas Occasion To Pay Tributes To Valour Of Armed Forces: President
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the Kargil Vijay Diwas is an occasion to pay tributes to the courage and extraordinary valour of the country’s armed forces. Kargil Vijay Diwas…
Families Of Soldiers Pays Tribute To Soldiers Who Lost Lives In Kargil War
As the country celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas on Friday, the families of the soldiers remembered the bravery and dedication of their loved ones and paid…
Have you heard? For the champions
For the champions Kartik Aaryan has extended warm wishes to the Indian athletes who are participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Aaryan, who recently essayed the role of India’s first…
Keep them guessing
Vikram Bhatt has largely built his career on horror films. This time, the director has offered Bloody Ishq, a supernatural thriller led by Avika Gor. He believes the latest Disney+…
Just Rajinikanth Fulfilling Grandfather Duties In The Most LOL Way. See Daughter Soundarya’s Post
Soundarya Rajinikanth shared the most adorable set of photos on Instagram, on Friday morning. The pictures feature her dad and superstar Rajinikanth along with his grandson Ved. Soundarya revealed that…
Arjun Kapoor’s Comment On Katrina Kaif’s Holiday Post Is Every BFF Ever
Katrina Kaif’s latest Instagram entry has become the talk of the town. The actress has shared an album from her trip to Austria. Katrina was staying at a medical health…
Centre Criticises Kerala For Appointing Official For “External Cooperation”
State governments should not intrude into matters beyond their constitutional jurisdiction, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday criticising the Kerala government for appointing a secretary for “external…
PM Modi To Visit Dras Today To Mark 25th Anniversary Of Kargil Vijay Diwas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kargil today on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas and pay homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme…
“It Doesn’t…”: Gill’s Honest Remark On Being Handed India Vice-Captaincy
Shubman Gill, India’s vice-captain in white-ball formats, on Thursday lauded new head coach Gautam Gambhir for his clarity of thought, while hoping to establish himself as an all-format player in…
“Scared Of Sachin”: Ex-Pak Star’s Blunt Admission, Recalls Akram’s Advice
The India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the biggest in the world of sports, with the two nations featuring in some iconic games over the years. While India…
KKR Connection Behind SKY Becoming T20I Captain? Ex-India Star’s Big Take
It came as a surprise for everybody when the Board of Control for Cricket in India named Suryakumar Yadav as the captain for Sri Lanka T20Is, preferring the top-order batter…
LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman Predicts Death Of 9-to-5 Jobs By 2034
The co-founder of LinkedIn, Reid Hoffman, has gone viral on the internet with his prediction that typical 9-5 jobs will no longer exist by 2034. In a newly released video…
Does Joe Biden Have Parkinson’s Disease? What His Personal Doctor Says
US President Joe Biden’s doctor Kevin O’Connor on Thursday defended his “excellent” mental acuity days after his shocking decision not to seek reelection. Dr Kevin O’Connor was asked by the…
James Bond Star George Lazenby Announces Retirement: “This Hasn’t Been An Easy Decision”
Australian actor George Lazenby, best known for essaying the iconic role of James Bond in 1969’s On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, has decided to put a full stop to his…
“Not Able To Understand”: WC-Winning Star On Pandya’s India Captaincy Snub
Former cricketer Kris Srikkanth showered praise on star India batter Suryakumar Yadav and said that he has the qualities to lead the Men in Blue. India has named Suryakumar Yadav…
Mom-To-Be Deepika Padukone’s No-Filter Pics Are Winning The Internet And How
Deepika Padukone surely knows how to keep it real on social media. The actress, who has been sharing a series of self-care posts, added another one to her collection. The…
Doctor Loses 59 Lakhs In ‘Digital Arrest’ Scam, Was Told She Circulated Porn
A Noida-based woman doctor has lost Rs 59 lakh after scamsters tricked her into ‘digital arrest’ for 48 hours – a modus operandi that is being increasingly used in Delhi…
Rajasthan Teacher Suspended For Asking Tribal Women Not To Wear Mangalsutra
The Rajasthan Education department has suspended a female teacher Maneka Damor for asking tribal women not to apply sindoor and wear a Mangalsutra, officials said here. Officials said on Thursday…
Indian Gets 12-Year Jail Term In US For Trying To Engage Minor In Sex Act
Indian national Upendra Aduru, 32, has been sentenced in a federal court to 12 years in jail for attempting to entice a minor to engage in illegal sexual activity, a…
US Senator Introduces Bill That Proposes To Treat India Like Its Top Allies
US Senator Marco Rubio on Thursday introduced a bill in the Congress that proposes to treat India on par with its allies like as Japan, Israel, Korea and NATO allies…
Mumbai On Rain “Red Alert”, No Decision Yet On Closing Schools: 10 Points
Schools and colleges will remain open in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) area today, the civic body said last night, noting that the rainfall was normal and allowed life in…
Should India Travel To Pak For Champions Trophy? Harbhajan’s Brutal Reply
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh said Team India should not travel across the border to Pakistan for next year’s ICC Champions Trophy as the security situation in the neighbouring country…
KKR Connection Behind SKY Becoming T20I Captain? Ex-India Star’s Big Take
It came as a surprise for everybody when the Board of Control for Cricket in India named Suryakumar Yadav as the captain for Sri Lanka T20Is, preferring the top-order batter…
We Pay Taxes Like In England But Get Services Like In Somalia: Raghav Chadha
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday voiced strong criticism of the Union Budget 2024, presented by the NDA government in its third-consecutive term, and said, “India is paying taxes…
On Camera, Mumbai Techie Stops Car On Atal Setu, Jumps To Death
On a busy Wednesday afternoon, a Tata Nexon stopped on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link. Out stepped a 38-year-old man who went over to the bridge’s railing, got on top…
Indian National Charged With Selling Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals In US
A US court on Thursday charged Sanjay Kumar from Bihar with selling and shipping tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of counterfeit oncology pharmaceuticals into the country. According to court…
“5 Decades To Realise Mistake”: Court On Staff Barred From Joining RSS
The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Thursday said it took the Union government nearly five decades to realise that an “internationally renowned” organisation like Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh was wrongly placed…
Mexican Drug Lord ‘El Mayo’ And El Chapo’s Son Arrested In US
Mexican drug lord Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada and the son of his former partner, Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, were arrested in El Paso, Texas, on Thursday, the U.S. Justice Department…
JDU General Secretary Rajib Ranjan Dies Of Cardiac Arrest
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday expressed grief over the sudden demise of JD(U) national general secretary and spokesman Rajib Ranjan. According to party sources, Mr Ranjan, 65, breathed…
“Breakdown Of Federal System…”: Judge’s Dissenting Verdict On Mineral Tax
In a dissenting verdict, Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna on Thursday said if the power to levy taxes on mineral resources are given to the states, there would be…
Businessman, Driver Stabbed To Death In West Bengal: Cops
A businessman and the driver of his car were allegedly stabbed to death in West Bengal’s Nadia district on Thursday, police said. The incident happened in Ranaghat town of the…
From skincare to film production, a look at Kriti Sanon’s entrepreneurial streak
National Award-winning actor Kriti Sanon, who celebrates her birthday on July 27 has gone beyond her onscreen stints and donned the hat of an entrepreneur with multiple businesses. From skincare…
Makers of John Abraham`s Vedaa allege `unusual delay` by CBFC in giving clearanc
Nikkhil Advani, the producer of the upcoming movie ‘Vedaa’ starring John Abraham, has alleged delay by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in giving clearance to the film. Taking…
10 years of Kick: Makers of Salman Khan-starrer unveil BTS video
On the momentous occasion of the 10th anniversary of `Kick`, it`s a fitting tribute to celebrate the Salman Khan-starrer directed by Sajid Nadiadwala and his remarkable achievement as a debut…
BJP Appoints New State Chief For Bihar, Rajasthan
The BJP on Thursday named new state unit chiefs in Bihar and Rajasthan. According to a statement issued by party national General Secretary Arun Singh, party chief J.P. Nadda has…
United Spirits CEO Summoned By Delhi Police In Liquor Payments Case: Report
The CEO of Diageo’s Indian business has been summoned by Delhi police’s anti-corruption unit investigating billing and discount practices involving government agencies running liquor retail shops between 2017 and 2020,…
After BJP Attack Over C Channi Comment On Amritpal Singh, Congress Says…
Former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi unleashed a massive controversy today, citing the case of jailed Khadoor MP Amritpal Singh in the Lok Sabha to compare the BJP rule…
High Court Seeks Probe Agency’s Response To Satyendar Jain’s Plea
The Delhi High Court on Thursday sought the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) response on a plea by former Delhi minister Satyendar Kumar Jain challenging an order taking cognisance of a charge…
Jadavpur University Student Allegedly “Tortured” Over Suspicion Of Theft
Almost a year after the death of a first-year undergraduate student after ragging by seniors, another student of Jadavpur University was allegedly tortured in a hostel by inmates on suspicion…
Mother, Daughter Electrocuted In Kota, Family Alleges Negligence
Alleged negligence by the Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JVVNL) claimed the lives of a 50-year-old woman and her 21-year-old daughter after a wire of the overhead power line fell…
German Citizen Of Indian Origin Detained With 6 Kg Drugs At Delhi Airport
The CBI on Thursday detained a German citizen of Indian origin allegedly possessing six kilograms of cocaine at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here based on an Interpol intelligence, officials…
When 80% Andhra MLAs Stood Up In Response To This Question By CB Naidu
The Andhra Pradesh Assembly witnessed some lighter moments on Thursday as almost 80 per cent of the MLAs responded when Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu wanted all those who were…
Rain Red Alert For Mumbai Till Tomorrow, Cops Ask People To “Stay Indoors”
The police have asked residents of Mumbai to stay indoors till 8.30 am tomorrow after the weather office forecast heavy rain in the coastal city. The police’s advisory comes after…
“His Wisdom, Perspective Deeply Valued”: PM Modi Meets HD Devegowda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with former Prime Minister HD Devegowda at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi on Thursday and said that Devegowda’s wisdom and perspective on various…
Second Special Summary Revision Of Photo Electoral Rolls In J&K Ordered
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the second special summary revision of photo electoral rolls in all parliamentary and assembly constituencies in the Union territory of Jammu and…
Hopeful Of Solving Unrest, Says Manipur Chief Minister, In Delhi For Meet
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed optimism about finding a solution to the ethnic violence in the state as he left for Delhi from the state capital Imphal to…
Malegaon Blast Was Intended To Create Communal Rift: Anti-Terror Agency
The 2008 Malegaon blast that killed six people and left over 100 injured was carried out with the intention to create communal rift and endanger internal security of the state,…
Pranitha Subhash gears up to welcome baby no. 2
Actress Pranitha Subhash, who has worked across Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and Malayalam cinema, is set to welcome her second child. On Thursday, the actress took to her Instagram and…
Deepika Padukone turns down `The White Lotus 3`, to focus on motherhood
Mother-to-be Deepika Padukone was last seen on the big screen in the magnum opus `Kalki 2898 AD`. The pan-India sci-fi film boasted of a cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan,…
Jagan Reddy, C Naidu’s Parties Fight Over Viral Video Of Thrashed Students
Six persons have been identified, and one arrested, after shocking videos – showing students being assaulted at Andhra Pradesh’s Sri Subbaraya and Narayana College – went viral online. The students…
Captain Vikram Batra’s Twin Chokes Up Looking At Peak His Brother Captured
Vishal Batra, the twin brother of Kargil War hero Captain Vikram Batra who died fighting Pakistani forces, said he has been coming to Kargil for the last 15 years in…