• Friday, May 02, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir polls: Phase 3 turnout may surpass Lok…

THE THIRD and final phase of Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday saw a turnout of 65.48 per cent till 5 pm, which is likely to surpass the Lok Sabha poll turnout in the corresponding seven districts, according to latest data available. In the recently-held parliamentary polls, the…

Demolition of properties: Top court says it will lay down…

THE SUPREME COURT on Tuesday said it will lay down guidelines for all citizens and not for any particular community on the issue of demolition of properties. Observing that its directions will be applicable pan-India, the apex court said it will make it clear that merely because a person is…

Maruti, Hyundai, Tata Motors report decline in wholesales in September

MARUTI SUZUKI, Hyundai and Tata Motors reported a decline in wholesales in September as the companies curtailed dispatches to dealers to reduce inventory build-up amid a decline in demand. Maruti Suzuki India reported a 4 per cent dip in total domestic passenger vehicle wholesales last month to 1,44,962 units compared…

Badlapur schoolgirls rape: Court denies pre-arrest bail for school trustees

THE BOMBAY High Court on Tuesday refused pre-arrest bail to two accused school trustees in the Badlapur sexual assault case, and also came down heavily on police for failing to arrest them so far. A division bench of the high court gave an earful to the Special Investigation Team (SIT)…

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others detained in Delhi

CLIMATE activist Sonam Wangchuk and several others who were detained at the Delhi border while marching to the capital to demand Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh on Tuesday launched an indefinite fast at police stations where they have been kept. Wangchuk was leading the march, 'Delhi Chalo Padyatra', which began…

Sayani Gupta keen to do ‘song and dance’ roles

ACTOR Sayani Gupta has expressed her interest in being part of commercial films, dispelling the perception that she only focuses on independent cinema. Gupta, known for her work in films like "Parched," "Article 15," and "Jolly LLB 2," is eager to explore roles in mainstream "song and dance" films. "It…

CTRL was meant to be a science fiction, but is…

FILMMAKER Vikramaditya Motwane expressed his enthusiasm for creating “CTRL,” a new film that delves into the dynamics of internet and influencer culture. Known for his previous acclaimed works, such as “Udaan” and “Lootera,” Motwane found the project offered him an opportunity to explore the innovative ‘Screenlife’ format, where narratives unfold…

Julia Roberts to be honoured at 50th Cesar Awards

HOLLYWOOD star Julia Roberts will be felicitated at the 50th edition of Cesar Awards, the Academy of Cinema Arts and Techniques has announced. The 56-year-old actor, known for films like "Runaway Bride", "Pretty Woman", "Notting Hill" and "Erin Brockovich", will receive an Honorary Cesar during the award ceremony at Olympia…

Indian bowlers ensure series sweep against Bangladesh

RAVICHANDRAN ASHWIN drew first blood, Ravindra Jadeja ripped the heart out while Jasprit Bumrah put the final nail in Bangladesh's coffin as India routed the visitors by seven wickets in the second Test at Kanpur's Green Park Stadium on Tuesday. It was one of the most exhilarating performances by the…

Ravi Ahuja named president, CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment

JAPAN'S Sony Group Corporation and Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) on Tuesday announced the elevation of Ravi Ahuja as president and CEO of SPE effective January 2, 2025. Ahuja, SPE's current Chairman of Global Television Studios and president and COO, will take over from SPE Chairman and CEO Tony Vinciquerra, who…