The entertainment world mourns the loss of South Korean actor Lee Sang-bo, who tragically passed away at the age of 44. Discovered by a family member, the circumstances surrounding his death are still being examined. After overcoming unfounded drug allegations linked to prescribed antidepressants amid personal struggles, Lee had made a hopeful return to his…
Iran-linked hackers have reportedly claimed that they broke into the personal email inbox of FBI Director Kash Patel and published a series of private photographs and documents online, marking one of the most sophisticated cyberattacks on a sitting US law enforcement chief. According to a report by news agency Reuters, the claim was made on…
The National Medical Commission has been silent about 60 medical colleges including 27 private ones admitting that they are not paying any stipend to interns. The issue of MBBS interns not being paid stipend is being heard by the Supreme Court since 2022. The only action taken by NMC, after much prodding by the court,…
In a move that signals a shift in how speed and logistics intersect, Japan has transformed one of its iconic bullet trains into a high-speed cargo carrier. The initiative by East Japan Railway Company marks the launch of the world’s first dedicated freight-only Shinkansen, repurposing a former passenger train to transport goods at speeds of…
The Centre plans to raise Rs 8.20 lakh crore from the market in the first half of FY27 through dated securities, accounting for over half of its revised annual borrowing programme, the finance ministry said on Friday, PTI reported.The borrowing, scheduled for April–September 2026-27, is aimed at funding the fiscal deficit and bridging the revenue…
Delhi Capitals Mitchell Starc, with captain Axar Patel, left, and Mohit Sharma (PTI Photo) Injuries have already begun to reshape plans for several teams ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, with a number of key players unavailable at the start. Among the biggest concerns are the absences of Australian fast bowlers Mitchell Starc,…
One of India’s fastest-rising technology institutions, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), has opened its doors wider to the world. The institute has launched a fully funded doctoral programme for international students, an effort that feels as much about people and ideas as it is about policy and rankings. Called the FIRST Fellowship, the…
Forget the pumpkin carriages and the silent, smiling portraits. Being a princess in 2026 looks a lot more like navigating a high-stakes corporate meeting, managing a global brand, or dealing with a very public breakup—all while the entire world watches. Today’s royal women are trading isolation for impact. They aren’t just figures in a history…
Priyadarshan’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is set to be one of the final on-screen appearances of veteran actor Asrani, who passed away last October. The filmmaker shared a long creative association with Asrani, with his last two films, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ and ‘Haiwaan’, featuring the actor. Interestingly, both projects also star Akshay Kumar.Priyadarshan opened up on Asrani’s legacy…
As the United States deepens its military involvement in Iran, President Donald Trump has been publicly acting as if the conflict is already behind him.Even as thousands of additional troops are being sent to the Middle East and tensions remain high, Trump has repeatedly signaled that he sees the war as effectively over — a…