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He left school after Class 3, bought a British motorcycle for Rs 300 and taught himself engineering, then built India’s first electric motor- Madhavan admits that he has never been ‘normal’: ‘I’ve got my nose bashed in for…’
- Independence Day 2026: Meet the ‘Edison of India’ who studied science from magazines and shocked the British with his inventions
- Actor Madhavan agrees that golf is ‘good for the body and mind’. 5 benefits of playing the sport, as explained by an expertActor R Madhavan, lately seen in the Tamil biographical drama GDN, brought to light 5 remarkable benefits of playing golf. He pointed out t...14 Aug, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
- Madhavan reveals he is still a romantic: ‘Just because you are 55…’In an interview, the actor, who rose to stardom doing films such as Alaipayuthey, Minnale, etc., said that he is still willing to do a roma...14 Aug, 2026, 08.09 PM IST
- BSNL steps up rural 4G push, expands connectivity across remote areas in Odisha, Andhra PradeshThe Indian telecom giant BSNL is on a mission to enhance connectivity in rural areas. Recently, Odisha unveiled 1,741 new 4G towers, connec...14 Aug, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
- Actor Madhavan salutes TCS techie-turned Indian Air Force female pilot Bhawana Kanth, India's first woman 'Top Gun'Actor R Madhavan, who is set to appear in GDN, recently lauded Bhawana Kanth for her historic achievement as the first woman FCL aviator. K...14 Aug, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
- Actor Madhavan shares Coimbatore-based GD Naidu's 5 incredible inventions: From 1925 mechanical calculator to electric razorR Madhavan, who portrays G.D. Naidu in G.D.N., highlighted five inventions by the Coimbatore-based innovator: a 1925 mechanical calculator,...14 Aug, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
- Amaravati to be developed as poles-free, green, blue, deep-tech city: Andhra CM N Chandrababu NaiduAddressing a public meeting here after inaugurating the Seed Access Road and steel bridge, the chief minister said Amaravati would be devel...13 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Napoleon Hill: ‘Before success comes in any man’s life, he is sure to meet with much temporary defeat, and, perhaps, some failure…’Quote of the day by Napoleon Hill: Napoleon Hill's timeless principle emphasizes that success often follows temporary defeat. Numerous succ...13 Aug, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
- Air India flight’s 300-foot drop: AAIB says wait for evidence before drawing conclusionsAir India Phuket Delhi flight turbulence case: The government urges caution regarding Air India flight AI2379 conclusions. Investigations a...12 Aug, 2026, 01.16 AM IST
- India aims to see electric air taxis fly by 2028, testing to gather pace next year: Union Civil Aviation MinisterIndia aims for electric air taxis to fly by 2028, with testing accelerating next year. Electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft offe...08 Aug, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
- Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: DGCA probe on, 4 crew members still hospitalisedFour crew members remain hospitalized following severe turbulence on an Air India flight. Most passengers from the incident have already be...08 Aug, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
- R. Madhavan on embracing grey hair and ageing naturally: ‘I’m not competing with anyone’, shares how Rajinikanth and Ajith Kumar inspired his approachIn a candid conversation, actor R. Madhavan shares his views on embracing natural grey hair and the art of aging gracefully. Drawing inspir...08 Aug, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
- Actor R Madhavan’s ‘hero’ is a 103-year-old heart attack survivor who recently discovered his passion for golf. ‘It’s no big deal’Actor R Madhavan, last seen in Dhurandhar 2, shared an inspiring video of 103-year-old golfer Bob Walls. Walls, who took up golf at 74, rem...06 Aug, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
- DGCA probing Air India turbulence, data and voice recorders in custody: Civil Aviation Minister NaiduThe Directorate General of Civil Aviation is investigating severe turbulence on an Air India flight. The aircraft experienced a sudden loss...05 Aug, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
- GDN: Jayaram’s look as Ambalapara Krishnan revealed in Madhavan’s biopic, film to release on August 7GDN makers have unveiled Jayaram’s look as Ambalapara Krishnan in director Krishnakumar Ramakumar’s upcoming biopic starring R Madhavan as ...05 Aug, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
- How R Madhavan prepared for GD Naidu: 2-hour audiobook, rare videos and moreR Madhavan dedicated himself to his portrayal of inventor GD Naidu, taking extensive steps to embody the character fully. He not only craft...04 Aug, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
- A high-school-educated Mumbai inventor had earned the title ‘India's Edison' with 200-plus inventions. Actor R Madhavan shares the remarkable story of Shankar Abaji BhiseShankar Abaji Bhise, remembered by R Madhavan in an AI-generated Instagram video, was a self-taught Indian inventor once called the “Edison...04 Aug, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
- Actor Madhavan blown away by Coimbatore's all-girls dance crew as ‘The She Unit’ goes viral with G.D.N. song. Who are they?R Madhavan recently shared a performance by Coimbatore-based all-female dance crew The She Unit on his Instagram story. The seven-member gr...04 Aug, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
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