• Tuesday, June 17, 2025

UK reports sharp drop in student dependents after visa crackdown

The UK government has lauded a “significant drop” in dependents accompanying overseas students following its recent crackdown on student visas. According to the Home Office, there has been an almost 80 per cent decrease in dependents from January to March this year compared to the same period in 2023, alongside…

Bhansali reveals he wanted Mahira Khan, Fawad Khan in ‘Heeramandi’

Renowned filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has long been celebrated for his opulent storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and unparalleled attention to detail. With a portfolio that boasts timeless classics like Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Devdas, Padmaavat, and Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bhansali has carved a niche for himself in Indian cinema.…

Daniel Radcliffe expresses sadness over JK Rowling’s stance on transgender…

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has responded to JK Rowling‘s ongoing criticism of the transgender community, expressing deep sadness over her remarks. Rowling’s anti-trans stance has garnered attention in recent years, with her social media posts often sparking controversy. In response to a British investigation on puberty-blocking interventions for transgender…

Migrants being detained for Rwanda deportation

MIGRANTS are being detained across Britain in preparation to be sent to Rwanda in the next nine to 11 weeks, the government said on Wednesday, laying the groundwork for prime minister Rishi Sunak’s flagship immigration policy. A law to pave the way for sending asylum seekers to Rwanda if they…

India collects record £20b as goods and services tax

INDIA has achieved a significant milestone in tax collection, amassing 2.10 trillion rupees (£20.12 billion) in gross goods and services tax (GST) for April, marking a 12.4 per cent increase from the previous year, according to a government statement released on Wednesday (1). Last year, during the same period, the…

SS Rajamouli announces animated series ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’

Director SS Rajamouli has announced Baahubali: Crown of Blood, an animated series set in the universe of his two-part period epic Baahubali. Set in the fictional kingdom of Mahishmati, the box office success of the Baahubali movies took Telugu cinema national and eventually global. It starred Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka…

April recorded as hottest month in Bangladesh

The weather in the Indian subcontinent is hot and dry, where the countries are facing heatwaves, forecaster recorded the hottest April month in Bangladesh since 1948. “2024 was the hottest April since 1948 in terms of hot days and area coverage in the country,” Bangladesh Meteorological Department senior forecaster Muhammad…

Dhruv Rathee: Who is & why is he in Indian…

IN THE midst of India’s election fervour, one name has been making waves across social media platforms: Dhruv Rathee. A YouTuber and social media activist, Rathee has garnered attention for his commentary on political and social issues. With over 21.56 million subscribers (combined) and over 4 billion (combined) views, Rathee’s…

AI imagines these Hollywood stars as ‘Devdas’ cast

Devdas, a classic tale of love, loss, and redemption, has captivated audiences for generations with its poignant narrative and timeless characters. While the story has been adapted numerous times on the silver screen, envisioning a new rendition with a fresh cast can breathe new life into this beloved saga. With…

Salman Khan firing case: Accused attempts suicide in police custody,…

ONE OF the arms suppliers in the firing case outside actor Salman Khan‘s house, Anuj Thapan, died by after allegedly committing suicide in Mumbai Police custody on Wednesday (1). As per Mumbai Police, Anuj Thapan allegedly hung himself inside the lock-up. He was taken to the nearest hospital, where he…