Strait of Hormuz (AP image) The Strait of Hormuz, which links the Gulf of Oman with the Persian Gulf, has become the focal point of global energy tensions since the war began on February 28.Ever since Iran and the US announced a two-week ceasefire, traffic through the critical waterway has remained severely restricted, with as…
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has shared a plan to expand tracks on seven high density routes, introducing four lanes or four tracks. Indian Railways, commonly called the national transporter, is now working to increase its passenger and freight carrying capacity on its highest density routes that often see demand outpace supply.Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has…
As filmmaker Imtiaz Ali prepares for the release of his upcoming film ‘Main Vapas Aaunga’, he has weighed in on the blockbuster runs of ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Saiyaara’ and what their success means for Indian cinema. The filmmaker also said that the success of recent films is a clear sign that audiences are eager to return…
Disney exudes confidence that ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ will shatter the $1 billion mark worldwide, even without its debut in IMAX. Slated for release on December 18, 2026, the film faces fierce rivalry from ‘Dune: Part Three,’ which will be showcased in IMAX. To boost its box office potential, Disney is strategizing a dynamic promotional campaign around…
A viral video showing streamer Jack Doherty in handcuffs and being escorted to a police car has sparked widespread debate online. While some viewers were shocked, many social media users questioned the footage’s authenticity, calling it a staged stunt. The controversy comes weeks after Doherty claimed he had been placed under house arrest, adding more…
Philip Fearnside’s research has calculated the costs of losing the Amazon on account of deforestation, dams and highways The Amazon rainforest has been described in terms of its enormous size, biodiversity and importance to the global climate. But for Philip Fearnside, understanding the forest has also meant asking a more practical question: what does it…
In an emotional new documentary for Disney+ and Hulu, singer Duffy will share the gut-wrenching story of her abduction and sexual assault. After skyrocketing to fame with her album ‘Rockferry,’ Duffy disappeared from the spotlight, only to later reveal the dark reality of being drugged and imprisoned. TRIGGER WARNING: The article contains references to rape…
After her jaw-dropping appearances on the red carpet, Bollywood star Alia Bhatt brought back old Hollywood glam in a glamorous red off-shoulder gown for an exclusive dinner celebration during the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.The actress attended the Jane Fonda and Gong Li dinner celebration, last evening, joining a host of international talents…
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes MS Dhoni may only return for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) if the team is knocked out of the IPL 2026 playoff race.CSK have won only three of their eight matches so far IPL 2026 season, but there is still no clear update on Dhoni’s comeback.Since the start of the…
A superyacht designed to redefine luxury through silence and sustainability has unexpectedly found itself at the centre of a noise controversy. The 390-foot (119-metre) hydrogen-powered Breakthrough, originally commissioned for Bill Gates before being sold to Canadian billionaire Patrick Dovigi, reportedly sparked online complaints after an onboard party disturbed residents of a quiet Italian village. Anchored…