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
Soccer: World Cup turnout defies concerns, as Americans flock for the spectacleDespite high ticket prices and travel restrictions, the World Cup is witnessing record attendance in the US, driven by a love for grand spe...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Four-time Grammy winner Clive Davis was orphaned at 17. Here is how he had channelled tragedy into motivationMusic industry titan Clive Davis, who launched legendary careers, overcame profound personal tragedy as a teen orphan. His early struggles ...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
She was just 12 when an acid attack changed her life forever. Years later, after 37 surgeries, she became a Padma Shri awardee: Her inspiring journeyMangala Kapoor, known as "Kashi ki Lata," has been honored with the Padma Shri for her literary and educational contributions. A survivor o...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Quote of the day by Ringo Starr: 'The drummer's always going to be there. They're the floor of the...' - The Beatles drummer and Yellow Submarine singer reveals why success depends on the people behind the scenes and importance of teamworkQuote of the day by Ringo Starr: Legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr emphasizes the crucial, often overlooked, role of rhythm sections in...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.16 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
Quote of the day by Nicole Kidman: ‘I think that the most difficult thing is allowing yourself to be loved, so receiving the…’ – Oscar-winning actress on why accepting love can be harder than finding itOscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman reveals a profound personal struggle: allowing oneself to be loved and believing one deserves it. She e...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
His grandmother always believed he was born to cook. Now, he cooked khichdi at the Cannes Film Festival. Meet Delhi chef whose Indian dishes reminded VIP guests of homeChef Manu Chandra showcased Indian cuisine at the 75th Cannes Film Festival. He prepared dishes combining Indian tastes with French culinar...
21 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Quote of the day by Dolly Parton: ‘The magic is inside you. There ain't no…’ – Country music legend’s powerful reminder that the answers you seek are already within youCountry music legend Dolly Parton believes the guidance we seek externally is already within us. She suggests that instead of searching for...
21 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
Critical Stage: India's concert boom has a venue problemIndia's booming live entertainment scene, evidenced by massive ticket sales for global and local artists, faces a critical hurdle: a severe...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Saturday Motivation Quote by Will Smith: ‘So if you stay ready, you ain't gotta get ready, and that is…’ Legendary entertainer’s words of wisdom on discipline and preparationHollywood star Will Smith, renowned for his reinvention from rapper to Oscar winner, lives by a simple mantra: "So if you stay ready, you a...
20 Jun, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
Quote of the day from Tay Keith: ‘I could have easily dropped out when I got the call from Drake, but I chose to focus on getting my education’. Grammy-nominated producer on choosing education over instant successGrammy-nominated producer Tay Keith prioritized completing his education at Middle Tennessee State University, becoming the first in his fa...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Quote of the day by A Farewell To Arms author Ernest Hemingway: 'The world breaks everyone, and afterward..' ; lesson on how to learn from setbacks from American literary iconLife brings pain and loss. These difficult experiences can devastate individuals. However, many emerge stronger from hardship. Ernest Hemin...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.05 AM IST
Why the world is betting on China again, and what India must do about itChina's business environment prioritizes market share with strong government backing. The nation has shifted to high-quality, high-speed pr...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Quote of the day by Zac Efron: 'I don't know if I believe in love at first sight, but of course I believe in two people having...' - lessons on love, attraction, chemistry, compatibility and dating by Disney's High School Musical and Netflix's A Family Affair actorQuote of the day by Zac Efron: Zac Efron believes genuine connection stems from effortless conversation and immediate chemistry, rather tha...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Zerodha's Nithin Kamath dedicated a Bollywood song to his mother Revathi Kamath. Her reaction says it allZerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath surprised his mother with a song. The gesture deeply touched Revathi Kamath, his mother. She shared the em...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
The hidden genius behind Roja, Bombay, Slumdog Millionaire was not A.R. Rahman alone. Meet the maestro's 'brother' and mathematics graduate who finished Ghajini at 3 am and never woke upH. Sridhar, the unsung hero behind iconic Indian film soundtracks like Roja and Bombay, was a legendary sound engineer who partnered with A...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.46 PM IST