The alleged torture and killing of a teacher in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province triggered protests by his family members and local residents, who warned that a key highway would be blockaded if authorities failed to take action.The protesters accused Pakistani forces of shielding those allegedly responsible for the death of Parvez Mazar, an Arabic teacher…
India’s Sanju Samson (PTI Photo) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned Sanju Samson’s continued omission from the ODI squad, pointing out that the Kerala wicketkeeper-batter has a strong record in the format but has not been considered even for the final two matches of the series against New Zealand.Chopra noted that India have several…
Photo credit: www.collectissim.com In 2008, a woman bought a glass vase for just £1 at a car-boot sale in Dumfries, Scotland, because she liked how it looked. She used it as a plant pot without knowing that it was a rare piece by French glass designer René Lalique. Later that year, the vase was identified…
Oil companies change ethanol recipe The government is changing the way oil companies source ethanol for blending with petrol, with sugar-based raw materials being taken out of the latest procurement tender for 2026-27.State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) will no longer buy ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses under the tender. The…
Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are set to appear together on ‘Koffee With Karan Season 9’, where their playful exchanges offer a glimpse into their relationship. In the show’s promo, Vijay reveals that Rashmika repeatedly asked him to marry her, while the actress says she kept asking for an entire year. Rashmika also chooses…
Asian Para Games Opening Ceremony Live Updates: India’s flag-bearing responsibilities for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Para Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, will be handled by Pramod Bhagat and Simran Sharma on Sunday. The Indian contingent made the change after deciding that Bhavina Patel should focus on rest and recovery ahead of her quarterfinal…
Wedding rumours surrounding music composer Anirudh Ravichander and Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner Kavya Maran have generated considerable interest, with reports suggesting that the couple could marry in Greece on November 11, followed by a reception in Chennai on November 21. According to a report by Filmibeat, Kavya’s father, Sun Group chairman Kalanithi Maran, is reportedly planning…
After Mirzapur The Movie, scripting for Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal starrer’s Season 4 begins (Image Credits IMDb) ‘Mirzapur’ season 4 is in development, with director Gurmmeet Singh confirming in July this year that work on the scripting is underway following the success of ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’. Shweta Tripathi, who plays Golu Gupta in the…
Geopolitical cues, earnings, foreign inflows & more to keep Dalal Street busy Stock markets are likely to track quarterly earnings, crude oil prices, foreign investor activity and developments in the Middle East in the holiday-shortened week ahead. Rupee’s movement against the US dollar will also be on investors’ radar, analysts said.Indian markets have risen for…
Actor Ravi Teja has praised the Telugu biographical musical drama ‘Garividi Lakshmi’, expressing admiration for its storytelling, performances and cultural significance. In a post on X, the actor said he was genuinely touched by the film and applauded lead actress Anandhi for her portrayal of the celebrated folk artist. He also congratulated director Gowri Naidu…