On the occasion of Ilaiyaraaja‘s birthday, several stories from the legendary composer’s long career are once again being discussed by fans. While he is often in the news for his iconic songs and achievements, an old story highlighting his extraordinary generosity toward aspiring filmmakers has gone viral on social media. For many cinema lovers, it…
State elections 2026 top developments: BJP eyes third term in Assam, NDA and Cong-DMK face-off in Puducherry and a three-way contest in Kerala NEW DELHI: Voting began across Kerala, Assam and Puducherry on Thursday, with early turnout figures till 9 am indicating steady participation. According to the Election Commission of India, Kerala recorded 16.23% turnout,…
Polystyrene is one of the most highly used synthetic polymers in the world and is extremely resistant to decomposition. Therefore, it poses a glaring global environmental challenge due to its chemical stability and the vitality of accumulating in the natural environment. As for plastic biodegradation, insect species such as mealworms are demonstrating some success at…
NEW DELHI: The Centre has ordered Google and Apple to remove three Chinese battery-management apps — BAT-BMS, Lossigy and Epoch-i-ion — from their app stores after reports that they were being misused to remotely disable battery-operated vehicles, including e-rickshaws, surfaced on social media. The action comes six years after India’s first major “digital strike” on…
When Deepika Padukone made an unfiltered ‘Cocktail’ confession Back in 2012, ‘Cocktail’ emerged as one of Bollywood’s defining romantic dramas, winning audiences over with its refreshing take on love, friendship, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Fourteen years later, the franchise is ready for its next chapter as ‘Cocktail 2’ heads to theatres on June 19 with Shahid…
An SC bench said that if depiction of gods and goddesses is prevented, then movies on the Ramayana and Mahabharata would not be made at all NEW DELHI: Rejecting a plea seeking a ban on release of an animated film on Mahaprabhu Jagannath, Supreme Court on Wednesday said artists must enjoy the liberty of creative…
NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday stepped up the Opposition’s attack on the Centre, alleging that the government had gone back on its assurance not to act against students after they withdrew their July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest.Accusing the government of pursuing a ‘vendetta’ by filing FIRs and detaining students, Kharge demanded that…
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed revised plans for its club competitions after disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with key matches now set to be held in Saudi Arabia.Iran’s Tractor FC will travel to Saudi Arabia to face Shabab Al Ahli in a playoff. The winner will move into the…
NEW DELHI: The Union ministry of home affairs (MHA) has issued fresh directions to all state governments, Union Territory administrations and central ministries, reiterating the rules governing the singing and playing of the National Anthem and the National Song and asking authorities to ensure strict compliance.In a communication dated July 9, the MHA enclosed the…
ICC Rankings: Joe Root reclaims top Test batter spot (Image: ANI) Joe Root has returned to the summit of the ICC Men’s Test Batting Rankings, reclaiming the No. 1 position in the latest rankings released on June 24, 2026. The England batting stalwart dethroned teammate Harry Brook, who had occupied the top spot for just…