The ongoing Middle East war has drained Dubai of much of its travel appeal. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is operating some flights to Dubai almost empty, as travellers avoid the Persian Gulf. Flights from the US and continental Europe have been hit hardest, with occupancy on several routes dropping sharply, as thecarrier faces…
Allu Arjun and director Atlee’s highly anticipated pan-Indian film, ‘AA22xA6’, will unveil its official title and first look poster on April 8th at 11 AM, coinciding with the actor’s birthday. The announcement promises a grand spectacle, hinting at a mystery drama with a parallel universe concept, multiple timelines, and extensive visual effects. Deepika Padukone stars…
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have retained a strong core of 17 players and made targeted additions in the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi. For the first time in their history, RCB will enter an IPL season as defending champions.Here’s a look at RCB’s predicted Playing XI and Impact Player for IPL 2026:Virat…
File Pic: KKR and SRH players after their match in 2025. (Image credit: IPL) Kolkata Knight Riders will be desperate for their spin duo to rediscover their edge when they face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a high-stakes IPL 2026 clash on Thursday, with both sides looking to bounce back from opening defeats.This match begins a crucial…
File photo: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday urged banks to strengthen cybersecurity systems and adopt a more proactive approach to tackle emerging threats linked to advanced artificial intelligence models, particularly amid concerns over Anthropic’s “Claude Mythos”.Chairing a high-level meeting with bank chiefs alongside IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Sitharaman directed lenders…
Director Vicky Jewson lauded Uma Thurman as an ‘icon’ and one of the best villains she’s worked with for their new film, ‘Pretty Lethal’. Thurman, known for her iconic roles, brings a unique blend of humor and empathy to her character in the revenge-driven action flick, a project that resonated with her despite her general…
David Warner (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Former Australian opener David Warner has landed in serious trouble after being charged with drunk-driving following an incident in Maroubra, Sydney, on Tuesday, according to news.com.au. Warner was pulled over by New South Wales Police and subjected to a random breath test, as reported by Australian media.The test…
The Kannada film industry is experiencing a golden era, with blockbusters like ‘K.G.F’ and ‘Kantara’ achieving global acclaim. Legendary actors Dr. Rajkumar and Vishnuvardhan laid the foundation, while stars like Shivarajkumar, Kichcha Sudeep, and Yash continue to captivate audiences with innovative stories and powerful performances, ensuring a bright future for regional cinema. The Kannada film…
In a significant development in the high-profile gold smuggling case, Kannada actress Ranya Rao is set to be released from jail on Wednesday after completing one year under preventive detention, officials said.Ranya Rao, who is currently lodged at Bengaluru Central Prison, was arrested in connection with an alleged gold smuggling racket involving gold worth Rs…
Gold prices in India showed a mixed trend on Thursday with futures trading marginally higher while retail rates declined in several cities and rose in select markets.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures edged up, supported by global cues and steady investor interest. The June contract rose Rs 175 or 0.12% to Rs 1,51,951…