Paul Blackthorne: ‘I was happy to point a finger at the British Raj’; recalls Aamir Khan’s commitment on Lagaan (Image credits: Instagram) Twenty-five years after Lagaan became one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated films, British actor Paul Blackthorne is still surprised by the impact his character, Captain Andrew Russell, continues to have on audiences. During…
Morocco’s Ismael Saibari, left, is congratulated after scoring his side’s opening goal during the World Cup Group C soccer match between Scotland and Morocco in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner) Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari has written his name into the history books after scoring the fastest goal of the…
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs. A video posted on X showed a boat speeding through the water before being struck and bursting into flames. Photo: X/@Southcom The U.S. military attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday (June 18, 2026), killing three…
Chennai: After burning through nearly ₹3,000 crore in two years and slipping into a negative balance of ₹1,500 crore, the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) has decided to exit construction activity and, instead, stay within its core mandate of urban planning and approvals.In the last two years, the CMDA funded for Vada Chennai Valarchi Thittam,…
You’ll need a steady hand today. Expenses rise faster than comfort, and small irritations at home or among siblings can rub the nerves raw. Mercury helps keep your brain busy, however, Saturn places pressure on you to do the right thing and your day could be more tense than you’d like.It’s not the time to…
The makers of ‘The Paradise’ have officially introduced actor Raghav Juyal as Vikram Maalik, one of the film’s most important characters. With Nani as the lead actor and Srikanth Odela as the director, the film is one of the most anticipated movies in Indian cinema at the moment. The anticipation level is very high after…
United States’ Alex Freeman (16) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) The United States continued their impressive FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a controlled 2-0 victory over Australia at Seattle…
Emergency personnel work on a train on the tracks outside Bedford, England, after a train from Corby to London St. Pancras and another from Nottingham to London St. Pancras, collided on Friday, June 19, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP Emergency services rushed to the scene of a collision between two trains north of London on…
Chennai: In a major administrative overhaul aimed at accelerating renewable energy development, the state govt has approved the formation of five dedicated renewable energy zones across the State to streamline the implementation of wind and solar power projects and improve services for investors.The restructuring has been undertaken by the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited…
There are days that sound like the sound of a trumpet. This is one of those days. Respect, honor, and a sense of recognition surround you at this moment because the Sun enhances your appearance as Jupiter increases public confidence. People are more inclined to listen, accept and even awe.Still, the day isn’t entirely clear…