'Absolute necessity': Why Trump wants to buy Greenland
Shyam Benegal, revered filmmaker with 18 national awards, dies at 90
Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who ushered in parallel cinema in India, passed away at 90. Known for his realism and depth, his acclaimed works include Ankur, Nishant, and Zubeidaa. Honored with Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, Benegal's contributions to Indian cinema remain unparalleled. His death signifies the end of a pioneering era in filmmaking.
First JPC meeting for 'ONOE' bills to be held on January 8
The parliamentary panel's first meeting on 'One Nation, One Election' will occur on January 8, with the panel now comprising 39 members to ensure broad representation. Law minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced the resolutions, and the committee is to submit its report by the first day of the last week of the next session.
Zara Dar: How a PhD dropout and OnlyFans creator made million dollars
Zara Dar, a former YouTuber who once preached the gospel of machine learning and neural networks to over 100,000 subscribers, has swapped her lab coat for something, well, a little spicier. She dropped out of her PhD program to become an OnlyFans content creator, and folks, the gamble has paid off. In just a short […]
'Escape strategy': Terrorist nabbed in Bengal was trying to reach Pak via B'desh
A senior TuM member, Javed Munshi, was arrested by West Bengal STF and Jammu and Kashmir Police in South 24 Parganas. Munshi, acting under LeT instructions, planned to escape to Pakistan via Bangladesh. He was found disguising as a shawl seller with ties to other terror outfits.
James Bond has dodged over 4,000 bullets; still can’t ‘beat’ this one from Amazon
The future of James Bond films is uncertain due to disagreements between the Broccoli family and Amazon. Barbara Broccoli, inheriting control of the franchise, distrusts Amazon's approach to filmmaking, stalling development.
7 Indians injured in Germany attack; embassy says in 'close contact'
The Indian Embassy in Germany is in close contact with the seven Indian nationals injured in a car attack at the Magdeburg Christmas Market. Three have been discharged, while four remain under treatment. The attack by a Saudi psychiatrist killed five and injured over 200, leading to enhanced security and market cancellations in Germany.
Adani spreads wings in aviation, to acquire leading MRO Air Works
New GST rates on popcorn spark backlash on social media
The central government's new GST rates on popcorn—5% for salted, 12% for branded, and 18% for caramel—have sparked widespread criticism. Former economic advisers slammed the decision's complexity and minimal revenue gain, while opposition leaders called it absurd. The finance minister defended the caramel popcorn tax, citing its sugar content, but public sentiment remains largely negative.
Ranveer and Deepika invite paparazzi, request privacy for daughter Dua
Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have requested photographers to respect their daughter Dua's privacy. Celebrating her arrival, Ranveer invited a few photographers to his clubhouse, expressing joy over having "Laxmi" in their home. The couple welcomed Dua on September 8, 2024, sharing her name during Diwali celebrations.