Trigger Warning: This article contains sensitive content and may be distressing for some readers. Smita Patil is remembered as one of the finest actresses that Hindi cinema ever saw, with films like ‘Mandi’, ‘Arth’, ‘Ardh Satya’ among many others. Fans still continue to remain upset about the fact that she passed away too soon. The…
TOI correspondent from Washington: In the hallowed halls of the White House and the Elysee Palace, the United States and France have managed to upgrade a centuries-old alliance into something far more contemporary: a full-blown, transatlantic group chat gone wrong.The latest fracture in this storied alliance—a bond dating back to when the French were helping…
As sweltering heat scorches the land, political temperature is rising in God’s Own Country as the summer election season knocks on Kerala’s doors.Long defined by a predictable alternation between the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF), the state now faces a far more complex contest. With chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan seeking…
William Faulkner had a way of cutting through the romanticised “happily ever after” nonsense that usually clutters our social media feeds. He once famously wrote, “You don’t love because, you love despite; not for the virtues, but despite the faults.” And this quote has now become one of his timeless wisdoms which is apt even…
The sequel to Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster franchise, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, finally arrived in theatres on March 19 and has been generating significant buzz ever since. Headlined by Ranveer Singh, the film has not only impressed audiences but also sparked curiosity about its extensive casting process. In a recent interview, casting director Mukesh Chhabra shared insights…
When one thinks of the decisions taken by strategists in Washington DC, Riyadh and Abu Dhabi; what comes to mind are that these decisions are shaped by intelligence feeds, depleting missile stockpiles and diplomatic rammifications. One of the most important consideration that is often left out of public discourse is the effect of the environment,…
What’s next for Raghav Chadha? Raghav Chadha’s outburst against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leadership does not come as a surprise. For quite some time now, Chadha, who was once considered a close confidant of AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, was not on the same page with the party’s top leadership. Raghav Chadha’s growing distance from AAP…
US President Donald Trump has proposed a $1.5 trillion defence budget for 2027, the largest in decades, underscoring a sharp focus on military spending amid the ongoing US-led war against Iran. The proposal, released on Friday, outlines a significant increase in Pentagon funding while calling for a 10% reduction in non-defence spending by shifting certain…
CSK vs PBKS toss (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: The toss moment in the IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings turned unexpectedly chaotic due to the deafening crowd at Chepauk. As captain Ruturaj Gaikwad came forward to speak, the noise made it nearly impossible for anyone to hear, creating a light-hearted but awkward…
‘The Pitt’ just pulled off something special: a quiet but powerful ‘ER’ reunion that’s got longtime fans buzzing. This time, it’s not just a nostalgic nod. Mary McCormack steps in as a neurosurgeon, Dr. Linda Conley, and pretty much owns the episode. People are calling her performance a “brain surgery masterclass,” and it’s hard to…