New Delhi: NDA’s women MPs protest after the Constitution Amendment Bill to implement reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and increase the number of seats of the Lok Sabha was defeated. (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan) NEW DELHI: Women comprise around 14% of the 18th Lok Sabha, with 74 female MPs elected in the 2024 general…
‘Project Hail Mary’ has been on everybody’s mind ever since it was released in theatres worldwide. At the forefront was Ryan Gosling’s performance as Dr Ryland Grace, along with the alien Rocky that he befriends while heading to Tau Ceti. The puppeteer behind Rocky, James Ortiz, is, as per the latest reports, eligible for various…
As ‘Namkeen’ celebrates its 44th anniversary, filmmaker Gulzar revisits the cinematic gem that intertwined Samresh Basu’s narrative with unforgettable female protagonists. He delves into the intricate dynamics between these characters and Sanjeev Kumar’s role, creating a tapestry of emotions. Moreover, Gulzar reflects on his exceptional partnership with musical genius R.D. As Namkeen completes 44 years,…
There are records of whole human groups disappearing mysteriously from parts of northwest Europe, particularly what is now known as France, thousands of years ago, leaving behind deserted sites and unexplained phenomena. A modern archaeology study using genetic data provides insight into these mysterious vanishings. The study has established that there was a sudden mass…
File photo: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos Amazon founder Jeff Bezos once said that most people in future will “want to live near Earth, not necessarily in Earth orbit, but near Earth vicinity”. Speaking on the Lex Fridman Podcast in 2023, Jeff Bezos shared a long-term vision of human life beyond Earth. He then said that…
RCB’s Phil Salt celebrates after taking the catch of Sunrisers Hyderabad’s captain Ishan Kishan (PTI Photo) Phil Salt produced a moment of brilliance in the field to dismiss Ishan Kishan, bringing an end to a commanding knock in the IPL 2026 opener between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad.Kishan was batting fluently on 80 off…
As per the data, metros like Bengaluru and Hyderabad top the list with most affairs. But Tier-2 cities like Lucknow and Surat are also catching up. The timing is fascinating: Most people use the dating app during lunch hours (Noon-3 PM) and late at night (10 PM-Midnight). Another interesting thing to note from the data…
NEW DELHI: Moody’s Ratings has slashed India’s economic growth estimates for the current fiscal to 6% from 6.8% earlier, saying the ongoing conflict in West Asia will moderate growth momentum and raise inflation risks.In its credit opinion report on India, Moody’s said prolonged disruptions, particularly LPG shipments due to the conflict, would lead to near-term…
NEW DELHI: Pilots flying VVIPs, including Z-plus category SPG protectees, Lok Sabha speaker, Rajya Sabha deputy chairperson, cabinet ministers, Chief Justice of India, CMs and governors have now been empowered to put their foot down and refuse to fly if it is not safe to do so for any reason.Following the death of Maharashtra deputy…
Planning a trip this summer but worried about the rush to secure train tickets? You might want to relax as Indian Railways is preparing for the seasonal rush. If you’re travelling between April and July, chances are you’ll find a seat. Anticipating a sharp rise in passenger demand, Indian railways has announced a wide network…