Sanajy Raut on one-year extension for drivers to learn Marathi NEW DELHI: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Friday alleged that the BJP-led Maharashtra government extended by a year the deadline for auto and taxi drivers to learn Marathi as it was “under pressure from Delhi,” referring to the BJP’s central leadership.“The Marathi proficiency…
High above the ice in Antarctica, a group of enormous balloons was quietly tracking a phenomenon that could not be seen from the ground. In January 2013, Nasa’s BARREL mission sent 20 balloons drifting through the polar winds, carrying instruments designed to detect faint X-rays produced when energetic particles entered Earth’s upper atmosphere. The experiment…
In Canada, wood waste from logging and areas affected by wildfires is finding an unexpected fate. A new pilot in the country has begun converting this material into a lightweight, biodegradable wood foam designed to replace products made with plastic foam, according to information released by the University of British Columbia (UBC). While discarded plastic…
Actress and politician Kangana Ranaut celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her younger brother Aksht Ranaut. She shared photographs from the family celebration on social media. The actress also posted a detailed message for her brother on the occasion.Kangana Ranaut’s note focused on the traditional meaning of the festival. She offered prayers for Aksht Ranaut’s happiness, health…
Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan celebrated a proud moment as his grandson, Hrehaan Roshan, embarked on his musical journey by launching his own album.The ‘Krrish’ director took to Instagram to shower praise on Hrehaan and encourage him as he explores his passion for music. Sharing a heartfelt note, Rakesh spoke about the importance of music in the…
Palbociclib is a generic breast cancer drug NEW DELHI: Contradicting the government claim that generic breast cancer drug palbociclib can be used as an alternative to patented drugs in the same group, noted oncologist and Magsaysay award winner Dr R Ravi Kannan has opined that these drugs are not interchangeable. He explained that ribociclib benefits…
Yash’s Toxic Day 3 LIVE box office collection (Image Credits IMDb) Yash-starrer ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ is continuing its theatrical run with a strong box-office tally. After opening with Rs 101.10 crore net in India on Day 1 and adding another Rs. 37.65 crore on Day 2, the Geetu Mohandas directorial entered its…
Shefali Shah reflects on playing Ria in Mira Nair’s Monsoon Wedding (Image Credits Instagram and IMDb) Shefali Shah’s performance as Ria Verma in Mira Nair’s ‘Monsoon Wedding’ remains one of the most memorable portrayals of trauma and abuse in Hindi cinema. Twenty-five years after the film’s release, the actor has reflected on the experience of…
Kangana Ranaut appears to be putting an old feud with Yoga guru and businessman Baba Ramdev to rest this Raksha Bandhan 2026. She reacted warmly after he shared that sweets and a gift were on their way to her, pointing to a thaw in relations following their earlier controversy sparked by his remarks about her…
Vinod Khanna was among the most celebrated stars of Hindi cinema, known not only for his acting prowess but also for his striking screen presence. After making his Bollywood debut in 1968, he initially appeared in several negative roles before establishing himself as one of the leading actors of his generation.Over the years, Khanna delivered…