Olivia Rodrigo has been teasing the release of her third studio album for months now. From hinting at a 2026 comeback last year in October to dropping the title track ‘Drop Dead’, the musician has been on a roll. With the album release two months away, fans have been waiting for new music, and Ridrigo…
In a hugely provocative statement, Abdul Basit, former high commissioner of Pakistan to India, has said that striking Indian cities like New Delhi and Mumbai should be Islamabad’s “default move” if the country comes under attack from the US.“America won’t attack Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal. Even if we believe that in a hypothetical situation, America attacks…
Dubai brings back 4-day work week Thousands of Dubai government employees will enjoy more flexibility at work this summer, with some eligible for a three-day weekend under the emirate’s renewed “Our Flexible Summer” initiative starting June 29.The programme, launched by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR), will run until September 10 and introduces reduced…
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan has been asked to submit an affidavit if she wishes to seek blessings at the revered Badrinath Temple and Kedarnath Temple. On Tuesday, Badri-Kedar Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi addressed the media and stated that, going forward, all non-Hindus will be required to submit an affidavit if they wish to…
An immigration attorney explained how students can qualify for OPT as self-employed. A student visa holder had to leave the US after losing their chance to work through the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. Citing this case, immigration attorney John Khosravi said it only happened because students are not aware of the entire scale of…
Oil price today: Oil prices extended their rally on Tuesday as uncertainty over the Middle East conflict continued to intensify, with the ceasefire proposal now hanging on “life support.” Brent crude futures were up 30 cents, or 0.29%, at $104.51 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate rose 31 cents, or 0.32%, to $98.38 at…
MUMBAI: RBI has said $20.7 billion has been raised through its concessional swap facility for FCNR(B) deposits, OFCBs and ECBs till July 17, reflecting investor interest after the scheme was announced on June 5 and operationalised from June 8 to boost the balance of payments and attract capital inflows. The collection is almost twice the…
Government bonds advanced on Monday shrugging off a surge in crude oil prices triggered by escalating tensions in Middle East as optimism over the Reserve Bank of India‘s accommodative policy stance and measures to attract foreign capital supported market sentiment.The yield on the benchmark 6.48% 2035 government bond fell 2.4 basis points to 6.9532%, its…
Nineteen-year-old Ella Bright, star of ‘Off Campus’, addressed concerns regarding her on-screen intimacy with co-star Belmont Cameli, who is nearly a decade older. Bright, who was 18 during filming, emphasized the supportive set environment and her strong, fast friendship with Cameli, highlighting their professional comfort and mutual respect throughout the demanding production. Ella Bright, the…
Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Mohanlal and Prithiviraj Sukumaran’s ‘Khalifa-The Ruler’. Movie lovers have several options to choose from this week, with a mix of Malayalam, Telugu and Tamil titles scheduled to arrive across theatres and streaming platforms. The lineup includes romantic comedies, family entertainers, action thrillers and political dramas, with most major releases scheduled…