Widely celebrated as Hindi cinema’s first true superstar, Rajesh Khanna redefined fame in the late 1960s and early 1970s. His popularity was so extraordinary that the word “superstar” became almost synonymous with his identity. But the story behind how he came to be known by that title has an interesting backstory, recently revisited in a…
Quote of the day by Elon Musk Some quotes are simple on the surface but stay in the mind long after because of what they quietly reveal about life, responsibility and human relationships. This was exemplified by a statement made by Elon Musk when he spoke about parenting and the parent-child relationship. My children weren’t…
Garment shipments for major fashion retailers like Zara are stranded in Bangladesh and India due to Middle East air travel disruptions. Major airlines have canceled flights, halting crucial cargo routes through Gulf hubs. This is causing significant delays and surging freight costs for South Asian apparel exporters. Garment shipments bound for global fashion retailers, including…
The ongoing crisis in the Middle East has brought the Strait of Hormuz to the brink of closure, disrupting global oil supplies and forcing Gulf nations like UAE, Iraq and others, to slash production. With storage tanks filling rapidly, analysts warn of the growing risk of a total production shutdown if output is not carefully…
Urdu-speaking Assembly constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, many with significant Muslim populations LUCKNOW: As many as 46 Assembly constituencies of UP, identified by the Election Commission as ‘Urdu Speaking’, have recorded a lower percentage of voter deletions and a slightly higher rate of additions. Most of these constituencies have a significant presence of Muslim voters.The Election…
Colonel Bhupinder Shahi, whose cinematic journey began with Shershaah starring Sidharth Malhotra, has offered a rare glimpse into the making of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar starring Ranveer Singh, blending his real-life military experience with cinema, while also shedding light on how closely the film mirrors the world of intelligence operations. Colonel Bhupinder Shahi, whose cinematic journey…
Sajjan Jindal-led JSW Steel Ltd on Thursday (April 9) reported combined crude steel production of 30.14 million tonnes (MT) for FY26, marking an 8% increase from 27.79 MT in FY25. The company’s Indian operations produced 29.25 MT, up from 26.98 MT, while its US Ohio unit contributed 0.83 MT. For Q4FY26, consolidated crude steel production…
Affluent homebuyers in India are purchasing luxury homes for lifestyle use and long-term wealth preservation rather than short-term capital appreciation, according to Nibhrant Shah, Managing Director and Co-CEO, Isprava. The shift reflects a broader change in investment behaviour among high-net-worth individuals, who are treating luxury real estate as a combination of personal consumption and long-term…
The world of entertainment mourns the loss of Jane Lapotaire, an iconic actress known for her mesmerizing performances and versatility, who passed away at the age of 81. A two-time Tony Award winner, she enchanted audiences with her award-winning portrayal of Edith Piaf and captivated viewers in the acclaimed miniseries ‘Marie Curie. Trigger warning: This…
Engineers India Limited (EIL), a Navratna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has announced recruitment for Management Trainee (MT) positions through GATE 2026, offering opportunities to engineering graduates across key core disciplines.The company, known for delivering end-to-end engineering consultancy and project management services across the hydrocarbon value chain, is inviting…
