The Eiffel Tower in Paris is among the world’s most visited landmarks. In a recent update, the tower was shut for a whole day, following a staff protest linked to a private visit by a Hindu religious delegation. However, it has now reopened to tourists. The incident took place during a busy period of religious…
India captain Shubman Gill (Image: IANS) Shubman Gill has already packed an impressive collection of records into his career, and the India captain has another milestone to celebrate as he turns 27 today.From rewriting ODI batting records to producing a historic Test series as captain, Gill has continued to make his mark across formats. His…
Mirra Andreeva, of Russia, left, helps Anastasia Potapova, of Austria. (AP Photo) NEW YORK CITY: Anastasia Potapova clutched her knee and crumpled to the court in the closing stages of a gruelling US Open fourth-round clash. After two hours and 25 minutes of pushing each other to their limits, the moment the 25-year-old went down,…
Ranveer Singh‘s ‘Dhurandhar’ franchise may have emerged as one of Bollywood’s biggest film franchises, but filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia has a very different take on its success. At a recent event, the filmmaker questioned the storytelling in the films, bluntly claiming that Dhurandhar has no story. He also used the films as a starting point to…
Mumbai woman says WFH is more productive than office The debate around where employees work has taken on a new dimension, with productivity often becoming the main point of discussion. While some see the office as an important part of their work routine, others feel they can manage their tasks better from home. A recent…
Actress Anaswara Rajan is set to share screen space with Megastar Chiranjeevi in his upcoming action thriller ‘Kaaka’, directed by Bobby Kolli. On the occasion of Anaswara’s birthday, the makers unveiled her first look from the film and introduced her character as Ammulu Paapa. Describing her as the “heart of Kaaka”, the team also hinted…
As the world grapples with mounting waste and rising carbon emissions, a bridge project in New York is offering an unusual example of how something destined for a landfill can be given a second life. In June 2024, construction began on a $21.2 million project in the Village of Whitney Point, where New York is…
When Aishwarya Rai schooled a French journalist over nudity question with a witty comeback as old video resurfaces: ‘I feel like I am talking to my gynae’ Aishwarya Rai has long been celebrated for her beauty, poise and articulate responses, particularly when faced with uncomfortable or intrusive questions. A throwback video featuring the actress has…
It seems, in recent years, the pendulum has swung back and, in the working world, the 8 hour day is no longer a great deal to dream of. Meetings begin early in the morning and information does not stop after office hours and it doesn’t go away after deadlines. When working long hours regularly, it…
The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is set to break with tradition this year. Instead of being held in New Delhi, where the prestigious event has traditionally taken place, the ceremony will be hosted in Ekta Nagar (Kevadia), Gujarat, on September 22, 2026, according to an official announcement made on Monday. The change of venue…