Farhan Akhtar reacts to reports of exiting Aamir Khan’s ‘Lalkaara’: ‘How do I exit a project when I had never even entered it officially?’ Farhan Akhtar has firmly dismissed reports suggesting that he exited Aamir Khan‘s upcoming sports drama ‘Lalkaara’. Reacting to the speculation for the first time, the actor-filmmaker clarified that he was never…
NEW DELHI: India chief national coach Pullela Gopichand believes badminton’s switch to the 15-point scoring format could dramatically reshape the sport, warning that while some players will thrive, others may struggle to survive the tactical transformation.The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved the introduction of the 15×3 scoring system from next year, replacing the current…
(This article is part of the View From India newsletter curated by The Hindu’s foreign affairs experts. To get the newsletter in your inbox every Monday, subscribe here.) After 13 nights of consecutive strikes on Iran, the U.S. paused its attack on Saturday (July 25). Tehran has also announced that it will halt its retaliatory strikes on…
Udhayanidhi Stalin was taken into custody by police in connection with his alleged remarks CHENNAI: DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Assembly Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin smiled and waved at supporters as police escorted him into custody on Tuesday in connection with an FIR over his alleged remarks during a rally on the Cauvery water…
In Indian households, bay leaves play a significant role beyond cooking; they are also integral to spiritual practices. Families often burn these dried leaves, allowing the smoke to drift through their homes as a means of dispelling negativity and inviting tranquility. This deeply rooted tradition is cherished across generations, fostering a spiritual bond within families…
‘I was a romantic guy, I wanted to’: Sonu Nigam on skipping college, girlfriends and affairs to focus on singing career, shares father’s advice that changed his life Sonu Nigam has opened up about one of the biggest sacrifices he made in his youth to pursue a successful music career. Reflecting on his early years,…
Rumesh Pathirage and Neeraj Chopra (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The newest rivalry in men’s javelin is set to resume sooner than expected.Just days after Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage edged Neeraj Chopra to the Commonwealth Games gold medal in Glasgow, the two South Asian stars will lock horns again at the Lausanne Diamond League on August…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez‘s migration policies have come under withering criticism as leaders from across the European Union meet on Tuesday (August 4, 2026) following last week’s rush of migrants to the Spanish territory of Ceuta in North Africa. The sudden arrival of 50,000 to 60,000 migrants on Thursday (July 30, 2026) and Friday…
CHENNAI: Senior DMK leader RS Bharathi on Tuesday criticised the police after Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained over his alleged defamatory remarks against CM Vijay, calling the action illegal and asserting that the DMK leader had not referred to actor Trisha during his Cauvery protest speech.Speaking to the media, Bharathi said, “He…
To harness the true power of crystal bracelets, it’s important to energize them effectively and pair them wisely with other stones. A widely embraced tradition is to recharge these crystals under the full moon each month. For optimal durability, select materials like natural threads or metals instead of elastic strings. Authenticity is also key; purchasing…