Bengal set to table UCC, public safety bills today in AssemblyWest Bengal is set to introduce a Uniform Civil Code Bill, aiming to replace religious personal laws with a single set for all citizens, pr...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
Once, he washed dishes for a living. Today, he is a Padma Shri winner and entered world records for cooking 617 dishes in a day. Who is Chef Damu?From washing dishes to earning a Padma Shri, Chef Damodharan's journey is an inspiration. This culinary maestro, a PhD holder in culinary a...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
The rise of India’s art collectives and how they are reshaping identity, access, and creative practiceAcross India, new art collectives are emerging, focusing on identity, heritage, and marginalized voices. Groups like The Confluence Collect...
28 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
India initiates anti-dumping investigation into steel imports from China, Japan, RussiaIndia has launched an anti-dumping investigation into hot rolled steel imports from China, Japan, and Russia. JSW Steel and Jindal Steel al...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
India initiates anti-dumping probe against 3 Chinese productsIndia has launched anti-dumping investigations into imports of thermal paper, BOPA film, and certain antioxidants, primarily targeting Chin...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Vishal Bhardwaj, Sreekar Prasad and Deepa Bhatia among 529 new invites for Academy membershipA distinguished group of 529 artists, including Indian talents like director-composer Vishal Bhardwaj, editors Deepa Bhatia and A Sreekar P...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
He played cricket for UP, studied at DU’s Hindu College. The 9-time National Award winner now gets an Oscars roleAcclaimed Indian filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, once a promising cricketer, has been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sci...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Vishal Bhardwaj, Deepa Bhatia, others join Jacob Elordi and Jenna Ortega on Oscars 2027 voting invite list. Date, time and where to watch on OTT in IndiaIndian cinema shines globally as acclaimed professionals like Vishal Bhardwaj and Deepa Bhatia receive invitations to join the prestigious ...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Shraddha Kapoor's Eetha movie: The real-life story of Vithabai Narayangaonkar, the fearless Lavani and Tamasha icon who rose from struggle to legendEetha Real Story: A new film, 'Eetha,' starring Shraddha Kapoor, revives interest in the legendary Vithabai Narayangaonkar, the 'Empress of...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
Bollywood bets on South heroines amid fading 'bankable' hindi starsIn a notable trend, Bollywood producers are seeking established South Indian actresses to bridge the gap in reliable female leads. Casting ...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
Alka Yagnik, Rohit Sharma & Mammootty among Padma awardees. Check full listPresident Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Bhushan to veteran actor Mammootty and posthumously to former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren. Playba...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
R. Madhavan: From early struggles to Padma Shri, an inspiring journey hard work, reinvention, and stardom in Indian cinemaR. Madhavan, a celebrated actor, has been honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award for his significant contributions to Indian cinema....
23 Jun, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
India imposes anti-dumping duty on chemical imported from China, EU, USIndia has slapped a five-year anti-dumping duty on a key chemical used in rubber and tyre manufacturing, imported from China, the EU, and t...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
Quote of the day from Hollywood legend Al Pacino on the woman who changed his life: 'The world I came from, we weren’t seen or regarded. The first time ever I had...' A reminder of the power of being seen by The Godfather actorLong before Al Pacino became a Hollywood legend, he was a troubled New York teen who felt invisible. His junior-high drama teacher, Blanche...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Psychology explains why you can't spend more than 30 seconds looking at artwork in museumPsychology explains why most people spend less than 30 seconds looking at artwork in museums. Museum visitors often spend mere seconds with...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Aditya Birla Group launches performing arts academy, in an attempt to revive Indian National Theatre legacyThe Aditya Birla Group has launched the INT Aditya Birla Performing Arts Academy, a new institution dedicated to fostering talent in theatr...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Blast OTT release date and platform confirmed: When and where to watch Arjun Sarja, Abhirami, Preity Mukhundhan's Tamil action movieTamil action thriller Blast, starring Arjun Sarja, is set for its digital premiere, following a successful theatrical run. The film, which ...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST