- Saturday, September 30, 2023
CANADA has denied the rumours that prime minister Justin Trudeau’s aircraft “was full of cocaine” during his trip to India for the recent G20 summit. The comment from his office follows a former Indian diplomat’s claim that “credible rumours” suggested Trudeau flew to New Delhi with the drug, banned in…
A recent study conducted by Tulane University has found that individuals can significantly reduce their risk of heart disease by taking a minimum of 50 steps and climbing stairs daily, thereby challenging the conventional belief of walking 10,000 steps a day. Published in Atherosclerosis, the study has found that climbing…
Chutney Mary, a distinguished Indian restaurant in London was recently honoured with the prestigious AA Hospitality Awards' Restaurant of the Year award. According to reports, this celebrated restaurant, is a favourite of prime minister Rishi Sunak, and was founded in 1990 by sisters Camellia and Namita Punjabi along with Namita's…
INDIAN foreign minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has said there is a "climate of violence" and an "atmosphere of intimidation" against Indian diplomats in Canada, where the presence of Sikh separatist groups has frustrated New Delhi. "Because there is freedom of speech, to make threats and intimidate diplomats, I don't think that's…
Netflix’s Jaane Jaan has emerged as an instant success within the first week of its launch, the 8.1 million viewing hours, standing tall in the Global top 10 of 52 countries is a testament to that! Among many things, Sujoy Ghosh’s cat-and-mouse thriller showcases Vijay Varma in a never seen…
Bhushan Kumar led T-Series has been a pioneer in the music space and has once again surpassed a remarkable milestone. Adding one more feather to its cap, the leading music label and film studio has crossed a whopping 250 million subscribers on YouTube. This indeed is a proud moment for…
A feature film based on the tragic story behind OceanGate's Titan submersible is being developed by Blackening producer E Brian Dobbins and MindRiot Entertainment. According to entertainment news outlet Deadline, Dobbins will serve as a co-producer on the fiction project, which will be penned by MindRiot's Justin MacGregor and Jonathan Keasey.…
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called on India to "cooperate fully" with the ongoing Canadian investigation into the killing of a Khalistani separatist, a senior State Department official said on Friday (29). This statement came a day after external affairs minister S Jaishankar met with the top American…
Vedanta Resources’ Indian subsidiary Vedanta Ltd on Friday (29) announced plans to demerge five of its key businesses, including aluminium, oil and gas, and steel, into separate listed entities. The move is aimed at unlocking value of the mining conglomerate, led by Anil Agarwal. "The de-merger is planned to be…
SUICIDE bombings ripped through two mosques in Pakistan on Friday (29), killing at least 57 people, including seven children, as believers marked the birthday of the Prophet Mohammad, police and health officials said. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attacks, from which the death toll could climb, with many…
The Conservative government unveiled fresh plans on Friday (29) to "support drivers" and push back "anti-car measures," particularly in opposition-led areas where restrictions on motor vehicle usage are imposed under the guise of environmental protection. "The clamp down on drivers is an attack on the day-to-day lives of most people…
Investing in infrastructure to develop the tourism potential of Uttarakhand is a priority for the north Indian state, its chief minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, has said. In an exclusive interview with Eastern Eye, Dhami revealed the state government’s plans to work with the hospitality sector to enhance the appeal of…
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s recently released action thriller Jawan continues to achieve new heights. The film has now emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film in the country. On Thursday, the film collected an impressive figure, taking its total collection to £50.25 million. With this, SRK’s action thriller has surpassed…
1497, the nonprofit organization that is dedicated to supporting South Asian filmmakers, has announced Mira Nair, Geeta Malik, and Minhal Baig as mentors for its third Features Lab. The Lab’s first year was held virtually, while the second year was hybrid, held virtually and in-person. For its third year, 1497…
A Seattle Police officer, who joked about the tragic death of a 23-year-old Indian student earlier this year, has been removed from patrol duty. This action comes weeks following demands from the local south Asian community in Seattle for appropriate measures against the officer. Jaahnavi Kandula was killed by an…
BRITAIN’S proposed trade deal with India will not include legally enforceable commitments on labour rights or climate standards, a key omission which UK businesses feel will hurt them, a media report said.The two countries are negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the discussions have entered the 13th round. The…
The flag carrier of India, Air India's flying crew, ground, and security staff are set to showcase fresh uniforms created by fashion designer Manish Malhotra, aligning with the Tata Group-owned airline's revamped global brand identity. These new uniforms, in line with Air India's ongoing revival and modernisation strategy, are expected…
PRIME MINISTER Rishi Sunak has expressed his admiration for the country's 'fantastic multicultural democracy', directly contrasting the recent comments made by home secretary Suella Braverman, who claimed that multiculturalism had failed. Braverman faced criticism from fellow Tory MPs after she asserted during a speech to a right-wing US thinktank that…
ARCELORMITTAL executive chairman Lakshmi N Mittal has said his company’s Indian joint venture with Nippon Steel will commission its facility in Gujarat in three years. ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel (AMNS) India, formed in 2019 following the acquisition of Essar Steel, is scaling up the capacity of its integrated flat steel plant…
India’s Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry on Friday said the government has “zero tolerance” for corruption and has initiated an inquiry into the claim by Tamil actor Vishal that he paid a bribe to obtain censor certification of the Hindi version for his film Mark Antony. On Thursday the actor…
BTS member Jungkook and former One Direction singer Zayn Malik are set to collaborate on a musical project, according to some reports. As per a post on X from Zayn’s fan page, the musical duo is working on a song titled, Backseat Kiss, which is expected to release on December…
The Hindi podcast series Marvel’s Wastelanders: Hawkeye featuring Jaideep Ahlawat, Jennifer Winget, and Prajakta Koli is out now. Sharing his excitement at the launch of the series, Jaideep Ahlawat said, “Marvel’s Wastelanders: Hawkeye on Audible is an inspiring story that humanizes the iconic superhero. Portraying Hawkeye has been a rewarding…
In the first half of 2023, cases of tuberculosis (TB) in England saw a 7% rise compared to the same period in 2022, according to data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). There were 2,408 notifications in the first two quarters of 2023, up from 2,251 in 2022. While…
Pope Francis addressed the issue of body shaming among young people on Tuesday (26), confessing his own guilt of engaging in such behaviour during his boyhood in Argentina over seven decades ago. He shared these comments during a virtual conversation with university students in Asia. A woman from India shared…
INDIA’S telecoms major Bharti Enterprises will have a 21.1 per cent stake in Eutelsat Group, formed by the merger of the European satellite operator Eutelsat and the UK’s OneWeb.Eutelsat Group, which will remain headquartered in Paris, has named Sunil Bharti Mittal as its co-chair.OneWeb will be a subsidiary operating commercially…
AT LEAST 52 people were killed and more than 50 injured on Friday (29) in a suicide attack on a religious gathering to mark the birthday of Prophet Mohammed in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, health officials and police said. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast, which comes amid…
THE killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar remains an "active and ongoing investigation", the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have said. Nijjar, the chief of the banned Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), was killed in Surrey, British Columbia on June 18. India had designated Nijjar as a terrorist in 2020.…
The first part of Prabhas' action film series Salaar will hit the theatres on December 22, the makers announced on Friday, setting the stage for a box office clash with superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki releasing on the same day. Producer Hombale Films shared the release date of the much-anticipated film,…
INDIAN AMERICAN congressman Shri Thanedar has announced the formation of a new congressional caucus aimed at protecting the interests of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. To be formally launched on Friday (29), the Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain (HBSJ) American congressional caucus is being supported by two dozen lawmakers, Thanedar…
A UN High Commissioner for Refugees official said on Thursday (28) that over 2,500 migrants have died or gone missing while attempting to cross the Mediterranean to Europe in 2023. "By September 24, over 2,500 people were accounted as dead or missing in 2023 alone," Ruven Menikdiwela, director of the…
DISILLUSIONED retailers have told Eastern Eye they have stopped reporting crime after a lack of action by the police. Violence and abuse against those working in retail, including racial and sexual attacks, physical assault and threats with weapons have almost doubled from pre-pandemic levels to over 850 per day, according…
A teenager is scheduled to appear in court on Friday (29) to face charges of murdering a 15-year-old schoolgirl, bringing attention once more to the issue of knife crime in the UK. Elianne Andam was stabbed to death in Croydon, south London, as she went to school on Wednesday (27).…
Ranbir Kapoor, who is considered one of the finest actors working in Bollywood, is celebrating his birthday today. On the occasion of his 41st birthday, the makers of his next Animal launched the trailer of the film which has received a thunderous response from the audience. As the actor turns…
Irish actor Michael Gambon, who was best known for his role as Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter movies, has died. He was 82. “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon,” his family said in a statement. “Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with…
India's external affairs minister, S. Jaishankar, is set to meet with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington on Thursday (28), amidst the ongoing diplomatic tension between India and Canada following the killing of a Khalistani separatist. Although officials from both sides are tight-lipped about the agenda of the…
NATURAL resources conglomerate Vedanta Ltd is planning to spin off its businesses into four entities, media reports said on Thursday (28). According to the plan, the company, controlled by billionaire tycoon Anil Agarwal, will be demerged into metals, power, aluminium and oil and gas businesses which will be separately listed…
During the second 2024 presidential primary debate on Wednesday (27) for the Republican party, the seven participating candidates sought to persuade voters that they could serve as a credible alternative to the frontrunner, Donald Trump, who opted not to attend the event. Here are some key takeaways from the sometimes-disorderly…
THE London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has urged the government to work with financial institutions to overcome barriers around access to finance to achieve diversity in business. The trade body made a submission to the Treasury select committee’s inquiry into SME finance with several recommendations to support women…
FAST-FASHION brand Boohoo is believed to have evinced an interest in stepping up its investment in Pakistan. Caretaker prime minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar met Boohoo Group chairman Mahmud Kamani last week and asked the British entrepreneur to augment his firm’s presence in the south Asian country, according to a Radio Pakistan…
EVERYBODY knows it. There are simply not enough houses to go round. Population growth over the past few decades and glacial rates of building mean demand far outstrips supply. Rising interest rates have compounded this and mean affordability for many, and especially young people, is at an all-time low, and…
A federal jury in Michigan has convicted an Indian national for orchestrating a USD 2.8 million healthcare fraud scheme which equals £2.3 million and engaging in money laundering. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Yogesh Pancholi, 43, owned and operated Shring Home Care Inc., a home health…
India is exploring the possibility of importing cheetahs from northern Africa, officials announced on Wednesday (27). This decision comes in response to concerns that cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa, currently residing in India, have developed a winter coat in the Indian summer. According to the officials, one of the…
PRIME minister Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty has decided to wind down her startup investment fund Catamaran Ventures UK. “Directors have decided to liquidate the company,” Catamaran said in a filing to the Companies House on Wednesday (27), without giving any details. The move comes after it emerged that the…
VETERAN agriculture scientist MS Swaminathan passed away in Chennai on Thursday (28). He was 98.Swaminathan is regarded as the Father of India’s Green Revolution, a period which saw the country adopt the modern farming system, including machinery and high-yielding varieties of crops.He headed the MS Swaminathan Research Foundation in Chennai…
Well-known filmmaker M Night Shyamalan, who recently wrapped up filming on psychological thriller Trap, is set to begin production on his next directorial venture, Good Grades. It is being reported that the filmmaker has secured a SAG- AFTRA interim agreement, meaning he can commence shoot despite the current strike conditions.…
According to new research published in The Lancet Global Health, approximately 70 per cent of the 5.3 million premature cancer-related deaths worldwide in 2020 were preventable, while the remaining 30 per cent were treatable. Of the total deaths, 2.9 million were in men, while 2.3 million were in women, the…
GOVERNMENT is set to increase visa fees and immigration health surcharges for migrants in a move aimed at generating additional revenue. However, a minister has expressed concerns that these increases may not effectively reduce record-high levels of immigration, reported The Times. From October 4, the cost of most visa and…
India-China relations have remained in an "abnormal state" since the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, which external affairs minister S. Jaishankar has described as a "possibly longer than medium-term issue". He has also emphasised that none of Beijing's explanations for the buildup of its forces along the LAC are truly justifiable.…
Radio host and TV presenter Nikita Kanda is one among the 15 celebrity contestants who are leaving no stone unturned to become ruler of the ballroom on the latest edition of Strictly Come Dancing. During Wednesday’s episode, Kanda opened up about her upcoming Week 2 performance to Beyoncé’s song “Single…
Almost a year into his role as prime minister, Rishi Sunak faces a shrinking timeframe to achieve an increasingly challenging endeavour: securing the Conservatives' continuation in power during the upcoming election. He will conclude the party's annual conference with a keynote address next Wednesday, aiming to galvanise the ruling Tories…
The makers on Thursday dropped the teaser of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s much-anticipated directorial Animal, igniting the screen with an untamed ferocity that will leave the audience on the edge of their seats. With just a brief glimpse of this Ranbir Kapoor starrer, it manages to convey the raw power, intrigue,…
Ahead of the awaited release of Khufiya on October 5, Netflix debuted the film’s music album of mysterious melodies to more than 200 fans and the press. The event, Raaz Aur Saaz: A Khufiya Musical Night, featured live performances by the stalwarts of the Bollywood music industry: Rekha Bharadwaj, Sunidhi…
Seasoned actress Shefali Shah is on cloud nine after bagging a nomination at the prestigious International Emmy Awards 2023 in the Best Performance by an Actress category for her portrayal of DCP Vartika Chaturvedi in the Netflix series Delhi Crime Season 2. Speaking to ANI, she shared her excitement about…
Making waves with her work internationally, Rasika Dugal received a special honour at The Chicago South Asian Film Festival 2023 (CSAFF) for her performance in Lord Curzon Ki Haveli. A global platform promoting South Asian culture, talent and perspectives through films, art and discussions, the CSAFF bestowed Rasika Dugal with…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on her birth anniversary. He took to X and wrote a special message while recalling the contribution to Indian music of the late singer PM Modi wrote, “Remembering Lata Didi on her birth anniversary. Her contribution to Indian music…
Popular comedian Trevor Noah, who is in India for a comedy tour, called off two stand-up shows in Bengaluru due to "technical issues" and apologised to the audience members for the inconvenience. After three gigs in New Delhi last week, the 39-year-old comedian was scheduled to perform at the Manpho…
In recent years, the gaming industry has experienced a significant shift. The emergence of iGaming and social gaming has played a crucial role in this transformation. Although these two sectors may seem separate, they actually overlap, blurring the boundaries between entertainment and gambling. In this piece, we will delve into…
Whether a startup or a small business, you will need employees at a particular stage in this journey. How do you plan to keep them happy so that productivity increases? Many falsely believe that a fat paycheck can settle everything. On the contrary, evolving workspace needs indicate that your employees…
Does your gut tell you something when you see a sign plastered saying that "we buy houses fast"? What would you feel when you get a random call from any real estate company claiming they are a genuine cash buyer? These people make it look relatively easy and look like…
In today's fast-paced business landscape, organizations rely on effective customer relationship management (CRM) tools to streamline their operations and drive growth. Salesforce, one of the leading CRM platforms, offers a range of services and solutions to help businesses manage their customer data, sales processes, and marketing efforts. While many companies…
INDIA's external affairs minister S Jaishankar has said that in the next 25 years, the country’s Amrit Kaal as espoused by prime minister Narendra Modi, India will strive to be a developed country and it is “logical” that it also seeks to be a global power. Jaishankar, speaking at the…
AN INDEPENDENT regulator and investment in talent pathways for children from disadvantaged backgrounds are among the initiatives that will be implemented by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in its efforts to make cricket more inclusive, after a report found widespread discrimination across the sport. The ECB published its…
Popular Bollywood couple Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar met UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during their London visit. Twinkle took to Instagram on Wednesday to post a video of their visit to London. She captioned the post, “As much as I dislike wearing heels and dressing up, this evening was…
NIRAV MODI, the fugitive diamond merchant wanted in India to stand trial on fraud and money laundering charges, has been transferred out of one of the largest and most overcrowded prisons in the UK to a privately-run facility in London, it emerged last Thursday (21). The 52-year-old former billionaire was…
BRITAIN's first official supervised drug consumption room was approved on Wednesday (27), seeking to reduce infectious diseases and overdoses in Scotland which suffers from the highest level of drug-related deaths in Europe. Following similar projects in Europe, Canada and Australia, Glasgow city council, which runs the largest city in Scotland,…
IT IS a good thing that Nadiya Hussain has become such an icon since she won The Great British Bake Off in 2015. However, I am not convinced by her recent four-page pull-out in the Times, where she suggested “meals from her new cookbook inspired by her Bangladeshi roots”. She…
Trailer for Oscar-winning actor Riz Ahmed’s much-anticipated sci-fi romance Fingernails it out. In addition to Ahmed, the film also stars Jessie Buckley, Jeremy Allen White, and Luke Wilson in pivotal roles. Fingernails is set in a world where scientists have developed a test that can prove that two people are…
BRITAIN is keen on welcoming one of India’s most prestigious education institutes to set up an offshore campus in the country, top British government officials said. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) is a premier university, with a presence in several Indian states and its graduates have gone on to…
INDIA will make it mandatory for drugmakers to audit their raw material suppliers at least once a year, according to a government document, tightening rules after Indiamade cough syrups were linked to 141 children’s deaths worldwide. The new mandate, along with additional testing rules for cough syrup exports implemented in…
THE Indian government freed Kashmir’s chief Muslim cleric and influential separatist leader, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, last Friday (22) after more than four years of house arrest. The 50-year-old was detained along with other political leaders and thousands of residents when the government cancelled the region’s constitutional semi-autonomy and imposed federal…
PAKISTAN is striving to get donors to release $10 billion (£8.22bn) in pledges to help it recover from devastating floods by launching rebuilding projects that hinge on the funding, care taker prime minister Anwaar-ul-haq Kakar said last Friday (22). Donors from around the world stepped up after Pakistan was hammered…
THE Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) last Thursday (21) announced a general election for January, almost three months later than scheduled, removing political uncertainty over the timing to help salvage a falling economy. Elections were due to be held in November, but were delayed due to fresh demarcation of constituencies…
SUBPOSTMASTERS and mistresses, many of them Asian, are to receive compensation of £600,000 each because they were wrongly convicted of stealing money from the Post Office when, in fact, a new Japanese computer system called Horizon was at fault. In what has been called “the biggest financial miscarriage of justice…
The authorities in Bangladesh have declared the current outbreak of dengue fever as the most severe in the country's history with the fast-spreading infections from rural areas putting additional strain on Dhaka's already overwhelmed hospital system. The surge in dengue infections since April has overwhelmed hospitals, leading to overflowing corridors…
THE just-announced shortlist for the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2023 includes Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives by Indian-origin author Siddharth Kara. According to the FT, “Cobalt Red is the searing, first-ever exposé of the immense toll taken on the…
BABIL KHAN has followed in the giant footsteps of his late great actor father Irrfan Khan. The 26-year-old made a winning acting debut with the critically acclaimed film Qala (2022), which garnered immense love and appreciation for his performance. Those who saw the film agreed that Babil had inherited his…
THERE have been various film adaptations of Keigo Higashino's Japanese novel The Devotion of Suspect X in different languages. This Bollywood version recently had its world premiere on Netflix. When a murder takes place in a small, picturesque hill town, a single mother and her daughter rely on a reclusive…
ALTHOUGH she had already delivered winning performances in drama serials Untag, Dhhai Kilo Prem and Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala, 2023 has been a turning point for Anjali Anand. The versatile Indian actress played a great supporting role in the international hit Bollywood film Rocky Aur Ranii Ki Prem Kahaani and appeared…
Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman, whose filmography includes a string of blockbusters, was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award on Tuesday. When she received a call informing her about the accolade, she refused to believe it initially. She said that she did not believe she was receiving the award…
ENGLAND head to the World Cup in India aiming to become just the third team to retain their title and seeking to underline their status as the pre-eminent force in white-ball cricket. As recently as 2015, England suffered a humiliating group-stage exit but they are now the reigning world champions…
LIZ TRUSS comes across as a “vengeful” character in Lord Michael Ashcroft’s new book, All To Play For: The Advance of Rishi Sunak, a sequel to his first biography, Going for Broke: The Rise of Rishi Sunak, which was published in 2020. Last summer, Truss beat Sunak in the Tory…
MY PERSPECTIVE on life radically transformed when I heard the teachings of AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). One aspect of my many transformations concerned ethics. Growing up in a society where people almost always put their own interests over others’…
A BANGLADESH player has apologised for social media posts condemning working women but denied he was a misogynist because “his mother is a woman”, the country’s cricket board said on Tuesday (26). Tanzim Hasan Sakib took the wicket of India captain Rohit Sharma with only his fourth international delivery when…
WITH more British Asian podcasts than ever before, there is a great variety of shows on offer for avid listeners. The popular medium is also giving those who have never thought about broadcasting an avenue to express their opinions to a worldwide audience. With all that in mind, Eastern Eye…
EXPERTS agree that good nutrition is the most important part of a fitness journey. Eating properly helps to increase energy, optimise exercises, burn fat, build muscle and aid in recovery. It can also help reduce the risk of injury, repair damage and promote overall wellbeing. With that in mind, Eastern…
AMIR KHAN, the TV doctor, admits that he delved into parts of his own life in writing his first novel, How (Not) To Have An Arranged Marriage. Khan is a familiar figure to audiences, with regular appearances on Lorraine, This Morning and Good Morning Britain. He has also been in…
THE annual BFI London Film Festival celebrates cinema from around the world and like every year there is strong south Asian representation, from diverse backgrounds. Eastern Eye decided to get you ready for the marvellous movie feast, which runs from next Wednesday (4) until October15, with a preview of south…
ROHIT SHARMA's India face "humongous" expectations from fans in their cricket-crazy nation to end a world title drought by winning the World Cup at home. India's last major title was the 2013 Champions Trophy, which came after Mahendra Singh Dhoni lifted the 2011 World Cup in Mumbai. The 50-over marquee…
LATE great composer and accomplished singer SD Burman is one of Bollywood’s greatest ever music icons. An incredible career saw him compose some of the best soundtracks in Hindi cinema history. He mentored new talent, including his music maestro son RD Burman, who also became a legend. He was born…
POLITICAL comedy The Foreigners’ Panto has its world premiere at Bold Theatre in London next Tuesday (3) and runs throughout the month. Written by Shani Erez, The Foreigners’ Panto is based on her personal experience of facing deportation and revolves around a group of immigrants trying to put on their…
A THIRD of people hospitalised with Covid-19 have “abnormalities” in multiple organs months after getting infected, a UK study said last Saturday (23), potentially shedding light on the elusive condition of long Covid. Millions worldwide are estimated to suffer from long Covid, in which a range of symptoms such as…
The second season of the critically acclaimed medical drama Mumbai Diaries will arrive on Prime Video on October 6, the streamer said Wednesday. According to a press release, the new chapter will unfold with the doctors, trainees, and staff of Bombay General Hospital dealing with "the aftermath of the terror…
After a long wait of 148 days, the Hollywood writers’ strike is officially over. According to Variety, following a tentative agreement on a new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, the board of the WGA West and council of the WGA East decided unanimously on Tuesday…
IT IS HARD to escape the brown, female faces dominating our screens. Isn’t it the most wonderful thing ever? Those who are older rarely saw brown faces on TV growing up and those who did pop up were in smaller stereotypical roles, like shopkeepers. Things have majorly changed in recent…
In a recent study, researchers investigated the potential long-term benefits of incorporating yoga therapy as a supplementary treatment for managing heart failure and found that yoga therapy has the potential to enhance the physical well-being and left ventricular function of individuals with heart failure. Heart failure, a form of cardiovascular…
FRINGED by forested mountains in eastern China, the Zhejiang University of Technology might seem an unlikely battleground for cricketing powers with Olympic ambitions. But on Monday (25), it was the focus of much of south Asia as India’s women beat Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the Asian Games final,…
NEW ZEALAND gave themselves the perfect preparation ahead of the World Cup by whitewashing Bangladesh in the three-match series 2-0, with a seven-wicket win in the final ODI in Dhaka on Tuesday (26). Will Young and Adam Milne starred with bat and ball respectively, with Young hitting 70 off 80…
COP26 president Sir Alok Sharma has joined a growing list of Conservative MPs who have decided not to stand at the next general election. Having represented Reading West since 2010, he said it was not an easy decision to stand down as an MP. More than 40 Tory MPs, including…
THE most remarkable Bollywood story of 2023 has been the resurgence of Shah Rukh Khan. After a decade of delivering dud films, the former undisputed king of Bollywood has reclaimed his crown with a dream year that started with the blockbuster hit Pathaan. The high-grossing Hindi film reignited a career…
PAKISTAN captain Babar Azam does not think lack of familiarity with Indian conditions would hurt their bid for a second ODI World Cup title as they embarked on a rare tour of the neighbouring country on Tuesday (26). Bilateral cricket remains suspended between the two sides, thanks to their soured…
CANADIAN lentil sales to India have slowed since prime minister Justin Trudeau said last week he suspected India of involvement in an assassination on Canadian soil, fearing reprisal from New Delhi that could limit trade, industry sources in both countries say. Trudeau said that Canada was "actively pursuing credible allegations"…
Charge d'Affaires at the Chinese embassy Ma Jia has expressed China's desire to expedite the resumption of practical cooperation with India and highlighted the shared "ability" to establish friendly coexistence and collaboratively shape the 'Asian century'. At an event hosted by the embassy on Monday (25) to mark the 74th…
ASIAN visitors to the Royal Academy may be baffled, possibly even a little scandalised, by Marina Abramovic’s solo exhibition. Born in 1946 in then Yugoslavia, she is credited with bringing performance art into the mainstream. In a career lasting 55 years, she has pushed her own body to the extremes…
REGULATORS proposed guidance on Monday (25) for financial firms to tackle sexual harassment and bullying, along with new requirements for large banks and insurers to set targets to improve diversity and inclusion. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority said their proposed measures would…
A BITTER row between India and Canada over the murder of a Sikh separatist is being felt in Punjab, where some Sikhs fear both a backlash from India’s government and a threat to their prospects for a better life in North America. Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a plumber who left the…
PAKISTAN has received its first shipment of liquified petroleum gas (LPG) from Russia, Moscow's embassy in Islamabad said on Tuesday (26), marking Islamabad's second major Russian energy purchase. The shipment, which the embassy said was delivered with Iranian help, comes after Pakistan received its first-ever delivery of Russian crude under…
DASUN Shanaka will lead a depleted Sri Lanka at the 50-overs World Cup in India after fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera and all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga were left out of the 15-member squad on Tuesday (26). Chameera sustained a pectoral muscle injury during the Lanka Premier League last month, while Hasaranga picked…
Malayalam film 2018: Everyone is a Hero starring actor Tovino Thomas has been selected as India’s official entry for the 2024 Academy Awards, the Film Federation of India announced on Wednesday The devastating 2018 Kerala floods left a trail of destruction and loss across the state. Yet, from the depths…
CANADA’S Sikh community is hoping Ottawa’s accusations against India – that New Delhi may have been involved in the assassination of one of their leaders on Canadian soil – will be just the first dramatic step taken against alleged “Indian interference.” Prime minister Justin Trudeau’s assertion last Monday (18) that…
Actors Shefali Shah, Jim Sarbh and Vir Das have secured nominations for the 2023 International Emmy Awards, the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced on Tuesday. While Shah and Sarbh received nominations in acting categories for their shows Delhi Crime and Rocket Boys, respectively, Das landed a nod…
FORMER Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, whose allegations of institutional racism at Yorkshire rocked English cricket, said the ECB’s response to the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) on Monday was inadequate. “I expected the threemonth response to be detailed and clear with strong commitments. Unfortunately, from what I’ve read,…
MULTIPLE Grand Slam winner Leander Paes on Tuesday (26) emerged as the first Asian man to be nominated for the International Tennis Hall of Fame in the player category. Besides Paes, former India player Vijay Amritraj was also nominated in the contributor category. The 50-year-old Paes was one of the…
HUNDREDS of Sikh protesters rallied outside Indian diplomatic missions in Canada on Monday (25), trampling pictures of prime minister Narendra Modi and burning flags a week after Ottawa said New Delhi had played a role in the killing of a prominent Sikh activist. About 100 protesters in Toronto burned an…
INDIAN activist Partha Chaudhury is on a war footing as he strides out of the ruling BJP’s regional headquarters in Kolkata armed with passion and pages of voter lists. “We need to meet each and every BJP supporter, and all of this has to be done in less than 300…
Members of the Hindu community in Seattle came together to organise a prayer ceremony in memory of Jaahnavi Kandula, the 23-year-old Indian student who tragically lost her life when struck by an overspeeding police car while crossing a street. About 25 people gathered under a cloudy sky at Denny Park…
A PIONEERING Asian doctor who served in the NHS for nearly four decades and was a respected community leader passed away last week at the age of 96. Dr Shivkumar Oza MBBS, FRCS (Lon), was the general secretary of the Overseas Doctors Association in Nottingham and was known for supporting…
RISHI SUNAK was not at last year’s Conservative Party conference. Having lost the party leadership election, he kept a low profile in his Yorkshire constituency to not distract from then prime minister Liz Truss’s chance to set out her vision. A chaotic week of u-turns trying to contain the implosion…
Waheeda Rehman, who is considered one of the finest actresses of Hindi cinema, is set to receive this year’s Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award. Rehman, 85, began her acting career in 1955 with Telugu films Rojulu Maraayi and Jayasimha, but it was her debut in Hindi with Dev Anand’s 1956…
The British Museum initiated a public hotline on Tuesday (26), seeking assistance in locating approximately 2,000 missing artefacts, primarily comprising ancient Greek and Roman gems and jewellery, it disclosed. The museum said last month it had sacked a staff member over stolen, missing, or damaged items in a crisis that…
India expressed on Tuesday (26), its willingness to review the evidence provided by Canada regarding New Delhi's alleged role in the killing of a Sikh separatist near Vancouver. However, India reiterated its criticism of Ottawa in the matter. Relations between the two countries plunged last week as prime minister Justin…
AN Indian community organisation in Sutton conducted Ganeshotsav celebration in the city during the weekend, a statement said. Sutton Mitra Mandal organised the event under a specially erected 3,400 sqft marquee at Beddington Park in Beddington on Saturday (23) and Sunday (24). The celebration encompassed various Indian traditions, including the…
ARMY chiefs and senior officers from 30 countries, including the US, met in India on Tuesday (26) to discuss threats facing the Asia-Pacific region, in the face of concern at an increasingly assertive China. US Army chief Randy George said the region was "critically important", speaking to reporters alongside his…
America has expressed concern to Sri Lanka about the likely visit of a Chinese research ship in October that could also cause worries in India, which previously raised security concerns over docking by China's spy vessels, according to a media report. US under-secretary Victoria Nuland, who met Sri Lankan foreign…
China has refused to further expand cooperation in the areas of energy, water management, and climate change under the multi-billion-dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), it emerged on Tuesday (26) signalling a strain in the 'ironclad' friendship between the allies. Cash-strapped Pakistan also gave up its opposition to setting up a…
LONDON's Drummond Street, known for its immigrant-owned businesses, is facing a severe economic challenge due to the HS2 high-speed rail project. Originally intended to improve connections between London, Birmingham, and Manchester, HS2's delayed and over-budget construction near Euston station has disrupted the once-thriving area, reported the Times. For many local…
In a historic achievement, India's dressage team clinched its first-ever Asian Games gold medal, marking only the second victory in this discipline's history. The quartet of Sudipti Hajela, Divyakriti Singh, Vipul Hriday Chheda, and Anush Agarwalla successfully lived up to the high expectations on Tuesday (26) in Hangzhou. The Indian…
THIS could feel like a long year for Keir Starmer. The Labour leader seems ever more likely to emerge as prime minister once the general election is eventually held, but whether he can seal the deal with the British public is unlikely to be put to the test any time…
A SCULPTURE has been installed in Leicester to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ugandan Asian migration to the city. The colourful 15-foot-tall artwork put up on Belgrave Roundabout consists of an archway and features Ugandan flowers, birds and animals. Entitled ‘Sculptural Gateway’, it symbolises the struggles faced by the people…
HOME SECRETARY Suella Braverman will call on Tuesday (26) for governments to consider rewriting global refugee rules so they are "fit for the modern age" and do not deem being gay, or a woman, enough of a reason to qualify for asylum. Addressing the American Enterprise Institute think-tank in Washington,…
In a recent spiritual gathering that spanned over three months, the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey, became a hub of profound spiritual fervour during the "Festival of Inspirations." The culmination of this festival will be the inauguration of the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, a Hindu mandir and campus in…
THE Indian government has reassured confidence in its digital identification system, Aadhaar, after a Moody's report last week highlighted concerns about it like establishing authorisation and biometric reliability. India's ministry of electronics & IT said on Monday (25) that the Moody's report "does not cite either primary or secondary data…
BRITAIN's financial regulators proposed guidance for financial firms to tackle sexual harassment and bullying, along with new requirements for large banks and insurers to set targets to improve diversity and inclusion. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England's Prudential Regulation Authority said their proposed measures would support…
PAKISTAN said on Monday (25) it was investigating two local distributors of Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche's Avastin cancer drug after 12 diabetic patients injected with the drug went blind. The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) said the health authorities in Punjab, the most populous province, had launched the investigation…
After 146 days of picketing, the Writers Guild of America, which represents more than 11,500 Hollywood writers, said it has reached a tentative agreement for a new contract with the studios on Sunday, effectively ending the nearly five-month walkout of Hollywood writers everywhere. “We can say, with great pride, that…
ANTI-MUSLIM hate speech incidents in India averaged more than one a day in the first half of 2023 and were seen most in states with upcoming elections, according to a report by Hindutva Watch, a Washington-based group monitoring attacks on minorities. There were 255 documented incidents of hate speech gatherings…
In North West London, a group of Asian women are breaking down taboos surrounding cancer with the help of Macmillan Cancer Support. The Asian Women Cancer Group, recently awarded nearly £11,000 by Macmillan to fund a series of taboo-busting workshops is embarking on a mission to empower Asian women living…
PAKISTAN's first warm-up match ahead of the World Cup will be played behind closed doors in Hyderabad for security reasons, India's cricket board (BCCI) said. Babar Azam and his men will meet 2019 runners-up New Zealand on Friday (29) but fans will not be allowed inside the stadium in Hyderabad…
A COPYRIGHT infringement case between two Indian photoblogs has caught public attention after Humans of New York founder Brandon Stanton slammed the “profit motive” behind the art of storytelling. Humans of Bombay (HOB), launched in Mumbai in 2014, has sued its rival People of India, claiming infringement of intellectual property…
A SPECIAL court in Pakistan on Tuesday (26) extended the judicial remand of former prime minister Imran Khan for another 14 days in the Cipher case. Khan, also the chief of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was arrested last month after a case was filed against him for allegedly violating…
National Award winner Alia Bhatt is set to star in and produce Jigra, a film directed by Vasan Bala, the makers said Tuesday. Backed by Dharma Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions, the movie will hit the screens on September 27, 2024. Karan Johar's Dharma Productions shared the film announcement on…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday remembered the iconic actor Dev Anand on the occasion of his 100th birth anniversary. Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Modi dropped a couple of pictures with the late veteran star and wrote, “Dev Anand Ji is remembered as an evergreen icon.…
Today, we celebrate a century of charisma, talent, and timeless cinema as we mark the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary actor Dev Anand. Often hailed as the 'eternal romantic' and the 'style icon' of his era, Dev Anand left an indelible mark on Bollywood. His magnetic screen presence and…
Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman will be honoured with this year's Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest recognition in the field of Indian cinema, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur said on Tuesday. Regarded as one of India's finest actresses, Rehman is best known for films including Pyaasa, CID, Guide,…
The nation's inflation-driven cost-of-living crisis could have dire consequences potentially "cut lives short" and "significantly widen the wealth-health gap" a study published by the open-access journal BMJ Public Health on Monday (25) warned. According to the modelling for the study, there is a projected increase of nearly 6.5 per cent…
Discover a world of captivating stories that shed light on the diverse facets of queerness on streaming platforms. These cinematic masterpieces delve into the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ experiences, fostering a celebration of identity and authenticity. From gritty dramas to heartwarming tales of self-discovery, here are 6 titles that push…
The largest police force in the country announced on Monday (25) that it would no longer require military support, following an incident where armed officers protested by laying down their weapons due to a colleague being charged with murder. A decision to charge the officer from London's Metropolitan Police over…
Hundreds of Sikh protesters gathered outside Indian diplomatic missions in Canada on Monday (25), demonstrating against the alleged involvement of India in the killing of a prominent Sikh activist. The protesters trampled pictures of prime minister Narendra Modi and burned flags. "We are not safe back home in Punjab, we…
Majority of television shows in Pakistan revolve around patriarchal tropes, but a new offering titled Razia, which has actress Mahira Khan playing the lead role, takes a different approach and goes against the prevalent narrative. Khan recently appeared on a talk show as a part of promotions and addressed how…
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Superstar Salman Khan on Monday unveiled the teaser of his niece Alizeh Agnihotri's debut film Farrey, which will hit the theatres on November 24. Produced by Reel Life Production, the thriller is presented by Salman Khan Films (SKF), Mythri Movie Makers, and Athena. The film is directed by Jamatra fame…
AN inquest opened on Monday (25) into the deaths of two teenagers who got into difficulty while swimming in Northern Ireland. Reuven Simon and Joseph Sebastian, both 16 and belonging to the local Kerala community in County Derry, drowned while swimming in the Enagh Lough, or Enagh Lake, in August…
MIGRANTS from Bangladesh are more likely to report a religious affiliation than any other group living in England and Wales, according official figures. Analysis of the 2021 Census data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that 94.9 per cent migrants from the south Asian country reported a…
British nurse Lucy Letby, who was previously jailed for life for murdering seven babies at the hospital where she worked, will undergo a re-trial on charges of attempting to kill another newborn, prosecutors announced on Monday (25). Letby, 33, Britain's most prolific serial child killer of modern times, was convicted…
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A recent study conducted in Canada has revealed that men working in high-stress jobs who perceive a lack of recognition or reward for their efforts are twice as likely to develop heart disease, a risk similar to that associated with obesity. The researchers investigated two key factors: "job strain," which…
THE England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) will establish an independent regulator and increase investment in the women's game as part of efforts to make cricket more inclusive after a report found widespread discrimination across the sport. The ECB published its response on Monday (25) after the Independent Commission for…
Home secretary Suella Braverman has initiated a review of the legal protections for police officers engaged in firearms duties, in response to a rebellion within the ranks of Scotland Yard following the murder charge brought against a Metropolitan Police officer who discharged his weapon while on duty. The Ministry of…
Shah Rukh Khan’s action-thriller film Jawan is unstoppable at the box office. The film, which entered cinemas on September 6, has been smashing one record after another ever since its release. The Atlee directorial has now achieved a remarkable milestone as the film has pocketed an impressive £100 million at…
INDIA struck gold on their Asian Games cricket debut when they beat in-form Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the women's final in Hangzhou on Monday (25). "It's a gold medal for the whole of India," said batter Richa Ghosh. Batting first, India reached 116-7 in their 20 overs with…
A father of Indian origin, who tragically lost his son due to what he terms a series of medical errors, has established a new charitable foundation dedicated to advocating for patients' rights. Earlier this month, Jay Patel officially registered "Patients Lives Matter" an initiative that stems from the tragic loss…
The hotly anticipated 2023 edition of Strictly Come Dancing returned to screens on Saturday with a bang and saw 15 celebrities perform for the first time in their couples. Everyone performed to their full potential, but it was well-known journalist Krishnan Guru-Murthy who left judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood,…
Nearly five months after Hollywood screenwriters went on strike, a tentative deal has been struck to end the impasse between writers and studios that has impacted the television and movie industry. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) on Sunday signed a tentative deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and…
A film festival celebrating the birth centenary of screen icon Dev Anand opened on Saturday evening with packed shows of the actor's popular films Johny Mera Naam and Guide at PVR Juhu, Mumbai. The two-day event named 'Dev Anand @ 100 - Forever Young', curated by Film Heritage Foundation (FHF),…
SURREY police have released new images of Sara Sharif as part of their investigation into the death of the 10-year-old girl.She was found dead in her family home in Woking on August 10 and a post-mortem examination revealed she had sustained "multiple and extensive injuries" over a long period.Sara's father…
INDIA target a third World Cup triumph when the country hosts cricket's seven-week global showpiece, buoyed by an economic boom and growing, international self-confidence. India shared hosting with Pakistan in 1987, then Pakistan and Sri Lanka in 1996 before another three-way split with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in 2011. This…
Actress Parineeti Chopra and MP Raghav Chadha on Monday posted pictures from their fairytale wedding in Udaipur. The couple which tied the knot on Sunday in the presence of their families and close friends today took to their respective social media handles to share the first set of wedding photos.…
Indian shooters made a significant impact at the Asian Games, securing three medals, including a team gold. They showcased their excellence with a total of five podium finishes in just two days of competition in Hangzhou, firmly establishing their prowess in marksmanship. A confident Indian 10m air rifle team led…
Several London police officers have withdrawn from firearms duties following the murder charge against a fellow officer in the fatal shooting of a young black man, a spokesperson for the force said on Sunday (24). The highly unusual protest by officers prompted interior minister Suella Braverman to stress that firearms…
Canada's defence minister Bill Blair on Sunday (24) underscored the importance of the nation's relationship with India. He said that Canada intends to maintain its pursuit of partnerships like the Indo-Pacific strategy, while the investigation into the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader continues. Tensions flared between India and Canada…
SHREYAS Iyer and Shubman Gill hit attacking centuries to help India thrash Australia by 99 runs in a rain-hit one-day international on Sunday (24) to clinch the series 2-0. Iyer (105) and Gill (104) put on a dominant second-wicket stand of 200 to lay the foundations for India's 399-5 after…
There is growing concern among the Conservative party regarding Rishi Sunak's recent policy surge amid ongoing political challenges. Many within the party wonder if the sudden flurry of initiatives constitutes a coherent strategy or is a sign of panic. As world leaders convened at the UN climate summit in New…
PRIME minister Justin Trudeau has said Canada shared with India "many weeks ago" evidence that it may have been behind the killing of Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. Canada wants New Delhi to commit constructively with Ottawa to establishing the facts in the "very serious matter," he…
Former prime minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed that there have been no alterations in party supremo Nawaz Sharif's intention to return to Pakistan next month. Shehbaz Sharif said that his elder brother is scheduled to present an 'agenda of progress' on October 21, the media…
LONDON-BASED author Chetna Maroo's debut novel Western Lane has been shortlisted for the 2023 Booker Prize. Kenya-born Maroo's novel set within the context of the British Gujarati milieu has been praised by the Booker judges for its use of the sport of squash as a metaphor for complex human emotions. It…
A recent report by WHO reveals that approximately 4 out of every 5 individuals with hypertension receive inadequate treatment. The report on the dire consequences of hypertension suggests that if countries scaled up treatment coverage, approximately 76 million hypertension-related deaths could be prevented between now and 2050. The improved coverage…
POVERTY in Pakistan shot up to 39.4 per cent as of last fiscal year, with 12.5 million more people falling into the trap due to poor economic conditions, the World Bank has said. It urged the cash-strapped country to take urgent steps to achieve financial stability. The Washington-based lender on…
After the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, intelligence was shared by the US with Canada, The New York Times has reported. However, according to NYT, Ottawa's interception of communications provided more conclusive evidence, leading Canada to accuse India of masterminding the plot. The report came on Saturday (23)…
INDIA'S top investigation agency has confiscated the properties of a prominent Sikh separatist and close ally of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose killing has sparked a diplomatic row between India and Canada. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a lawyer believed to be based in Canada, was designated as a terrorist by Indian authorities…
HOME secretary Suella Braverman will raise the "the unsustainable pressures" created by illegal migration when she makes a three-day visit to the US this week, her office said on Sunday (24). In a keynote speech, Braverman will present a blueprint for how countries can combat the crisis and highlight how…
In recent years, online education has gained immense popularity, primarily due to its flexibility and accessibility. However, with the widespread adoption of online learning comes the pressing concern of how to uphold academic integrity during remote assessments. This comprehensive guide seeks to shed light on the world of online proctored…
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A violent robber, posing as a delivery driver, led an armed gang to raid a family home in Walsall, West Midlands, and held a gun to an 11-year-old boy's head while attempting to steal a Mercedes and a Range Rover from the driveway,reported the MailOnline. The ordeal unfolded on last…
A British Indian teenager, who died from a rare disease while in a legal fight with the NHS trust in the UK to allow her to travel abroad for an experimental trial that she hoped could prolong her life chances, has been named for the first time after court restrictions…
Popular singer-songwriter Guru Randhawa has signed with the US-based Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for international representation. The singer, who started his career as an independent musician in the early 2000s, is known for his Punjabi and Bollywood chartbuster songs such as "Same Girl", "Patola" and "Lahore". "More than anything, I'm…
He came, he saw, he joked. Smiles and laughter filled the jam-packed auditorium of JLN stadium as celebrated stand-up artist Trevor Noah kickstarted the Indian leg of his 'Off The Record' tour in New Delhi. Performing his debut gig in India, Noah, who grew up in South Africa watching Bollywood…
Ahead of actress Parineeti Chopra and Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha’s wedding reported to be held in Udaipur city over the weekend, family and friends of the couple were seen arriving in the city on Saturday. Several guests including Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh arrived for the wedding…
INDIA's young openers ensured an easy five-wicket win over Australia after pacer Mohammed Shami took five wickets to restrict visitors at 276 in the first one-day international in Mohali on Friday (22). Stand-in skipper KL Rahul, who won the toss and chose to field first, hit an unbeaten half-century, and…
Actress Priyanka Chopra wished her younger sister and actress Parineeti Chopra and AAP leader Raghav Chadha for their new beginnings. Raghav and Parineeti will tie the knot at The Leela Palace in Udaipur over this weekend. According to certain media reports, there is uncertainty over whether Priyanka Chopra and her…
DRINKS giant Diageo has named Indian-American, Sally Grimes, as the new chief executive for North America effective 1 October 2023. The announcement was made less than four months after the sudden death of the company's group chief executive Sir Ivan Menezes, another Indian-American. Grimes, 53, was most recently the CEO…
National award-winning filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj says he didn’t watch movies like The Kashmir Files and The Kerala Story as he wanted to stay out of such sensitive subjects. Both The Kashmir Files (2022) and The Kerala Story (2023) were huge commercial hits but kicked up a political storm with many…
THE US made clear that it expected the Indian government to work with Canada on efforts to investigate the possible involvement of New Delhi agents in the murder of a Canadian citizen in June. Prime minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday (18) that Ottawa had credible intelligence linking Indian agents…
PRIME MINISTER Rishi Sunak is considering introducing measures that would ban the next generation from ever being able to buy cigarettes, The Guardian reported on Friday, citing government sources. Sunak is looking at anti-smoking measures similar to laws New Zealand announced last year, which include a ban on selling tobacco…
Charithra Chandran, along with India Amarteifio, PinkPantheress, and Yara Shahidi, is presently filming a secret project in London. Chandran was spotted in a chic wine-coloured jumper and matching baker-boy style hat as she chatted away to the others while making her way down the streets of the British capital. She…
Amidst concerns by artists and other creatives that artificial technology would rapidly replace them, veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar believes that the technology of artificial intelligence in its current form is unlikely to hurt or become a threat to the artistry of content creators. According to the prolific writer and poet,…
With an aim to bring together art, artists and unique stories of India, streaming platform JioCinema is set to launch a digital film festival on September 29. According to the organisers, the festival will showcase 20 remarkable films across 20 days. A celebration of India’s rich storytelling, the festival line-up…
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday passed an interim John Doe order restraining social media channels, e-commerce websites, and people at large from infringing on the personality and publicity rights of well-known Bollywood star Anil Kapoor for commercial gain. The international media has termed his win as a landmark victory…
HAROLD BENJAMIN organised a summer bash at Somerset House in London to mark the 70th anniversary of the law firm. About 400 people, including its staff and guests, gathered at the event which also featured a live band. Harold's managing partner Vijay Parikh said he was proud to have celebrated…
Waiting for Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif's Jee Le Zaraa to go on floors? If yes, then you will be left a little disappointed. In an interview with US-based publication Variety, director Farhan Akhtar shared that the film is on hold at the moment. “We just have issues…
A PIONEERING ‘reprogramming’ of a girl’s immune system has spared her from taking drugs lifelong to stop her body from rejecting a kidney transplant. Aditi Shankar, 8, has become the first in the UK to undergo the surgery that ensured her body accepts a donor kidney as its own. In…
Strictly Come Dancing star Krishnan Guru-Murthy has opened up about his incredible fat loss journey. The journalist and presenter, in a write-up for The Times, revealed how he managed to lose two stone for Strictly Come Dancing despite being a chocolate addict with a genetic heart problem and gout. He…
THE US is in touch with Indians at high levels after Ottawa said Indian government agents had links to the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Thursday (21). Washington is giving India no "special exemption" in the matter,…
Punjabi-Canadian rapper Shubhneet Singh’s ‘Still Rollin India tour’ was cancelled earlier over his alleged support to the Khalistan cause. A day after Shubh's tour was cancelled, Indo-Canadian singer AP Dhillon took to Instagram stories and broke his silence on the fury over Shubh's tour. Dhillon wrote, “I try to stay…
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Raghav Chadha and actress Parineeti Chopra reached Udaipur on Friday ahead of their wedding over the weekend. Top politicians and film personalities are expected to attend the pre-wedding functions on Saturday and the main ceremony on Sunday at The Leela Palace Udaipur. The 34-year-old actress…
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PAKISTAN will play without injured pace bowler Naseem Shah at the World Cup starting next month in India, with Hasan Ali taking his place in the 15-man squad announced on Friday (22). The 20-year-old injured his right shoulder during Pakistan's Asia Cup Super Four defeat by arch-rivals India in Colombo…
PAKISTAN has announced a general election for January, almost three months later than scheduled, removing political uncertainty over the timing to help salvage a falling economy. Elections in the politically and economically troubled south Asian nation were due to be held in November but were delayed due to fresh demarcation…
THREE Indian martial arts athletes from a region claimed by China have been forced to pull out of the Asian Games in Hangzhou after not receiving clearance from the host country, reports said Friday (22). The three women wushu fighters are from the northeastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh, a…
On Wednesday, the International Council (ICC) launched the official anthem of World Cup 2023 which begins in India on October 5. Called ‘Dil Jashn Bole,’ the anthem features Bollywood star Ranveer Singh. Successful Bollywood composer Pritam composed the music, while Dhanashree Verma, choreographer and wife to India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal,…
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After Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, Matthew Davis, Victor Garber, and Jennifer Coolidge-starrer Legally Blonde hit the big screen in 2001 and turned out to be an instant success at the box office, the audience only had to wait two years for its sequel, Legally Blonde 2: Red, White…
CASES of TB in England increased by seven per cent in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period last year, with 2,408 notifications compared to 2,251, data from the UK health security agency (UKHSA) has revealed. TB notification rates are primarily elevated among individuals from regions with…
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Thursday unveiled the trailer of Punjabi actor Gippy Grewal’s upcoming film Maujaan Hi Maujaan. Taking to Instagram, Salman shared the trailer which he captioned, “Best wishes for the film Maujaan Hi Maujaan.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salman Khan…
In a recent survey conducted by Alzheimer's Research UK, it was found that less than half of the British public (49%) could identify memory loss as an effect of dementia, and over a fifth (22%) admitted to having no understanding of how dementia impacts people. This startling lack of awareness…
A total of 32 individuals have faced convictions for various offences in connection to East Leicester’s violent clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities that erupted in August and September 2022, resulting in the city gaining international attention. The offences include affray, threats to kill, racial or religious public order offenses,…
SEEMA MALHOTRA MP and healthcare workers have urged South Asians to sign up to become organ and stem cell donors at an event held in the House of Commons, a statement said. The awards ceremony was hosted by the MP to recognise the work of volunteers for Upahaar, a charity…
Shoayb Pathan, a Muslim dad involved in last year's violence in East Leicester, during which he charged at a masked group of Hindus armed with a meat hook, has been sentenced. He was apprehended while running along Spence Street in Spinney Hills during a clash that occurred on Saturday, September…
THE European Union and the G7 countries will face opposition from India and South African company De Beers over rival schemes for a ban on Russian diamonds, reported The Times. The EU and the G7 countries are expected to announce an import ban on Russian diamonds in the next 2-3…
VEDANTA RESOURCES is holding talks with private equity firms to raise funds for partial repayment of the company’s bonds maturing in the next two years, according to media reports. The London-based conglomerate, led by billionaire tycoon Anil Agarwal, is in advanced discussions with Cerberus Capital, Ares SSG Capital, Bain Capital…
GLOBAL contraceptive makers are betting on condom-shy India becoming their biggest growth market, following the blockbuster IPO of a domestic prophylactic maker just weeks after the UN said the country would become the most populous by mid-year. With population decline and aging societies in major markets such as Europe, Japan…
INDIA on Thursday (21) suspended visa services for Canadian citizens, a foreign ministry spokesperson said, citing security threats to its staff in its consulates in Canada. The announcement came hours after Canada's high commission in India said it would temporarily "adjust" staff presence in the country after some diplomats received…
Narendra Modi has extended an invitation to US President Joe Biden to serve as the chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations on January 26 next year, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said on Wednesday (20). The invitation was extended to Biden during their bilateral meeting on September 8…
THE White House is "deeply concerned" about allegations that Indian agents were potentially involved in the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada and encourages India to cooperate in any investigation, said national security spokesman John Kirby. Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday (18) that domestic intelligence…
Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan's streaming debut Jaane Jaan has been selected as the opening film of The Himalayan Film Festival 2023. Short film Last Days of Summer, directed by Stenzin Tankong, will also open the festival. Helmed by Sujoy Ghosh, Jaane Jaan also stars Vijay Varma and Jaideep Ahlawat. The…
Actor Akhil Mishra, best known for his role in 3 Idiots, died after a fall at his residence in Mumbai on Wednesday evening, said a publicist for his actor-wife Suzanne Bernert. He was 67. The publicist said Mishra, who had blood pressure issues, succumbed to injuries following the accident in…
CANADIAN prime minister Justin Trudeau’s accusation on Tuesday (19) that the Indian government was behind the killing of a Sikh leader in Canada led to an escalating war-of-words and diplomats being ejected from both countries. India described as “absurd” Trudeau’s claims that “credible allegations” linked Indian agents to the June…
GANGSTER Sukhdul Singh alias Sukha Duneke, one of Indian Punjab's most wanted criminals, was killed in the Canadian city of Winnipeg by unidentified people, sources said on Thursday (21). "It is believed to be the result of inter-gang rivalry," a source said. The killing of the Canada-based gangster, who had…
Actress Anya Chalotra, who shot to fame with her role in the successful Netflix fantasy series The Witcher, has signed on to headline an exciting project. She is set to play one of the leads in the new musical Cold War, which will open at the Almeida this autumn. Joining…
AMID a diplomatic row between India and Canada, an Indo-Canadian lawmaker from prime minister Justin Trudeau's party has expressed dismay at the “glorification of terrorism” and hate crime targeting Hindus in the country in the name of “freedom of expression”. The sharp reaction from Chandra Arya, who represents the riding…
The Canadian government has dismissed India's travel advisory regarding security concerns in Canada, asserting that Canada is among the safest countries globally. They have also urged for calm amid the growing diplomatic dispute between the two nations surrounding the assassination of a Khalistani separatist leader within Canada. Prime minister Justin…
The Seattle Community Police Commission has issued a recommendation to the city's police chief, urging them to suspend without pay an officer currently under investigation for making insensitive jokes and downplaying the tragic death of a 23-year-old Indian student who was struck by an overspeeding police car driven by another…
Global comedian Trevor Noah is in India. Yes, you read it right. The former The Daily Show host was spotted at Delhi Airport on Thursday morning. He is in the national capital for his 'Off The Record- India Tour’. Take a look at pictures of Trevor captured by ANI at…
CANADA this week divulged it had intelligence possibly linking Indian government agents to the murder of a separatist Sikh leader, the kind of news that usually sparks uproar among democratic allies. Not this time. India is being courted by the United States and others as a counterweight to China, and…
Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor will return as the brand ambassador for Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival's market initiative ‘Word to Screen’. The Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival is back with its on-ground edition after a gap of three years. It will take place from October 27 to November 5 in…
MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA on Thursday (21) said its Canada-based associate firm Resson Aerospace Corporation has ceased to exist. The Mumbai-based automaker held an 11.18 per cent stake in the firm which had filed for a voluntary winding-up. "Resson has received a Certificate of Dissolution from Corporations Canada dated September 20,…
A 55-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault of an emergency worker in Leicester, police said on Wednesday (20). It comes after a social media video allegedly showed an altercation between a group of men and women and a police officer during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Leicestershire Police said…
AN Indian company on Thursday (21) withdrew a notice about suspension of visa services for Canadian citizens, minutes after stating on its website that the services were suspended following a notice from the Indian mission. BLS International, an Indian company offering visa facilities, had earlier said the notice from the…
THE Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is under fire from MPs who have raised 'serious questions' about its recent review of the debanking scandal, calling it a 'whitewash', reported the Telegraph. The FCA on Tuesday (19) said that there is no evidence so far that Britain's banks have been closing accounts…
Celebrated filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, who is known for making such notable films as Masoom, Mr. India, and Bandit Queen, to name a few, recently answered a question asked by an X user about making a sequel to his cult film, Mr. India, which starred Anil Kapoor and Sridevi in lead…
SRI LANKA’S crushing 10-wicket loss to India in the Asia Cup final should help the team learn lessons for the ODI World Cup, coach Chris Silverwood said last Sunday (17). The home team were bowled out for just 50 in 15.2 overs with Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj ripping through…
Q: SADHGURU, I read in Mystic’s Musings that during the consecration of the Dhyanalinga, you clapped, which formed a crack in the linga. Can you explain the significance behind this? And is it sound or something else that caused the crack? Sadhguru: It is not because of the sound. In…
SHE may only be 24 years old, but Ahsaas Channa has had a 20-year acting career, which has seen her go from being a successful child star to taking on lead roles. Although the versatile Indian actress has already worked in films, TV, and web serials, she is looking forward…
Before Jawan hit theatres and turned out to be an instant blockbuster at the worldwide box office, buzz had it that Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay would have a cameo appearance in the action thriller film. However, the rumour of Vijay having a cameo turned out to be false, disappointing several…
FOR younger members of the British Asian audience who had come to see The Father and the Assassin, the play was something of a revelation. “I didn’t know anything about this,” admitted a young woman who works in PR. But for a Punjabi woman in her 60s, whose family was…
The leading figures in Italian fashion are presenting their creations at Milan Fashion Week, starting Wednesday (20) with anticipation soaring for the debut Gucci collection under its newly appointed creative director. Almost 70 catwalk shows are scheduled over six days in the northern Italian city, with Fendi, Prada, Versace, Dolce…
THESE make-up picks are at the top of the drugstore bunch and have my seal of approval. Here’s my top five I would recommend for a fraction of the price. Maybelline Fit Me matte and poreless powder: I’m not a huge fan of pressed powders, but I don’t go anywhere…
A controversial plaque linking an 18th-century Scottish politician to slavery has mysteriously vanished, the Telegraph reported. The plaque, situated at the base of the Henry Dundas statue in Edinburgh, was removed on Monday (18) night, further fueling the ongoing dispute. Historians accused the plaque of inaccurately attributing the enslavement of…
A nationwide survey released on Tuesday (19) ahead of Stoptober, a national annual quit smoking campaign has found that nearly all (95%) ex-smokers notice positive changes in their lives as early as two weeks after quitting. The quit smoking campaign, under the umbrella brand "Better Health Let's Do This," led…
BEING selected as a contestant on the most recent season of MasterChef UK was a happy and sad moment for Diya Kotecha-Lodhia. The talented chef’s late mother had wanted her to apply for the show but passed away years before that dream became a reality. Although she didn’t win the…
THE lead of an independent review investigating into clashes in Leicester last year has refuted suggestions that the authorities overlooked decades of deepening divides in the city. Dozens of people were arrested after community tensions erupted in August and September 2022 and led incidents of vandalism and attacks on places…
FROM tapping out rhythms as a baby to pursuing a professional career as a composer, sound artist, producer, performer, and educator, Jason Singh has had a lifelong connection to music. By using drums, percussion, voice, nature, electronics, DJ culture and technology across all art forms, he has used his obsession…
INDIA's state-run Oil and Natural Gas Corp wants to eventually receive a share of crude from a Russian project it partly owns, but is willing to wait because Russian oil is hard to ship right now, said the head of ONGC's overseas investment arm, ONGC Videsh. Russian president Vladimir Putin…
WHETHER it was as a child with an overactive imagination, actress, popular TV talk show host or people in everyday life oversharing with her, Koël Purie Rinchet has always been surrounded by stories. While living in Paris, she repeatedly encountered stories from women that had nothing in common socially, professionally,…
IT IS NO surprise that Sumukhi Suresh delivered one of this year’s best stand-up comedy performances. Her critically acclaimed show Hoemonal at Soho Theatre in central London demonstrated her incredible ability in front of a live audience and immense skills as a writer because it combined magnificent entertainment with meaning.…
FOREIGN SECRETARY James Cleverly said that his government backs a Canadian investigation to determine whether India was involved in the killing of a Sikh leader, in a case that sent ties between Ottawa and New Delhi nosediving. Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau said Monday (18) that "credible allegations" linked Indian…
Actresses Bhumi Pednekar and Shehnaaz Gill visited the new Parliament building ahead of the release of their upcoming movie Thank You For Coming. They along with co-stars Shibani Bedi and Dolly Singh met Union Minister Anurag Thakur there on Wednesday. Bhumi donned a white saree with a red blouse and…
Punjabi-Canadian rapper Shubhneet Singh’s (popularly known as Shubh) ‘Still Rollin India tour’ has been cancelled over his alleged support to Khalistan. “Singer Shubhneet Singh’s Still Rollin Tour for India stands cancelled. To that end, BookMyShow has initiated a complete refund of the ticket amount for all consumers who had purchased…
Suella Braverman ceased the yearly inspections of immigration detention facilities like Brook House last year, shortly after government ministers were directly alerted about the lack of protection for vulnerable individuals, including torture victims, the immigration watchdog has revealed. The disclosure was made by David Neal, the independent chief inspector of…
A NEW musical production of The Lord of the Rings is “completely opposite” to the otherwise “humongous” adaptations of JRR Tolkien’s classic trilogy, a cast member has said, describing it as a more intimate, yet intense piece of work. Featuring music by India’s Oscar and Bafta award-winner AR Rahman, Värttinä…
A FABULOUS career saw Feroz Khan go from playing supporting roles to headlining films as an actor, director and producer. Born on September 25, 1939, he left behind an impressive body of work including all-time classics before passing away on April 27, 2009, aged 69. Eastern Eye decided to mark…
A CONCERTED effort to increase ethnic minority representation is part of cultural reforms within the Metropolitan Police service after it emerged that more than 1,000 officers are currently suspended or on restricted duties. Out of the Met’s workforce of about 34,000 officers, 201 are suspended and around 860 are on…
AFTER entertaining cinema audiences for 23 years, Kareena Kapoor Khan is now stepping into the streaming world with the new Netflix thriller Jaane Jaan, which had its global premiere on her birthday on Thursday (21). Helmed by Sujoy Ghosh, the acclaimed director of Kahaani (2012) and Badla (2019), the film…
ESPORTS’ debut as a medal event at the Asian Games starting this week will change attitudes and be a major step towards Olympic recognition at last, gamers and experts say. Gaming was a demonstration sport at the 2018 Asian Games but gold medals will be up for grabs this time…
THE main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan reopened to pedestrians and vehicles last Friday (15), more than a week after it was closed following a gun battle between frontier guards. There have been several border closures after clashes between Pakistan and Afghan forces since the Taliban returned to power…
A London restaurant is exploring the potential of consuming invasive species like grey squirrels, American Signal crayfish, and Japanese knotweed to combat their proliferation. However, scientists maintain a skeptical stance on this approach. The idea behind several "invasive species supper clubs", the last of which was served on Tuesday (19)…
SRI LANKA’S economy shrank 3.1 per cent in the April-June quarter, official data showed last Friday (15). The downturn was driven by high inflation, a depreciating currency and lower purchasing power, the Census and Statistics Department said in a statement. The agriculture sector grew 3.6 per cent from a year…
SAINA NEHWAL is aware that qualifying for the Paris Olympics will be “tough” for her but the injury-ravaged Indian shuttler has no plans to quit badminton. Laid low by a spate of injuries, including a recurring knee issue, the 33-year-old from Hyderabad has found it tough to stay fit to…
PROCEEDINGS from Pakistan’s Supreme Court were broadcast live on Monday (18) by state television for the first time, giving an unprecedented view into the workings of an institution that has historically had a huge impact on the country’s politics. The move marks the beginning of the tenure of new Chief…
According to a study published in The Obesity Society's (TOS) flagship journal, the optimal time to enhance the connection between daily moderate to vigorous physical activity and obesity seems to be from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., despite contradictory epidemiological discoveries regarding the most effective exercise timing for weight control.…
Britain is to pump £500 million into Tata Steel to decarbonise its Wales site, in a deal aimed at securing the future of the country’s steel industry, but which puts as many as 3,000 jobs at risk. The £1.25 billion total funding package for Britain’s biggest steel works includes £750m…
THE use of laughing gas by young British Asians is a growing problem with tougher punishments needed for possession, according to doctors and community experts. Nitrous oxide, sold in small metal canisters or balloons, can lead to a host of health problems. After cannabis, nitrous oxide is the most commonly…
The official anthem of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 featuring actor Ranveer Singh is finally here. Titled ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ the anthem is composed by music composed Pritam. Taking to Instagram, ICC shared the anthem and captioned it, “DIL JASHN BOLE! #CWC23 Official Anthem arriving now on platform…
THE government on Monday (18) announced that every postmaster convicted because of a flawed IT system will be offered hundreds of thousands of pounds in compensation. Around 700 people running small local Post Offices were found guilty of false accounting and theft between 1999 and 2015 because of a software…
INDIA said it will make every effort to find the whereabouts of nine people from Gujarat who went missing while trying to enter the US illegally. They - seven men and two women - had last contacted their relatives in Gujarat on February 3, 2023, after reaching Dominican Republic. The…
France extended a warm welcome to King Charles III on Wednesday (20), as he begins a rescheduled three-day visit designed to underscore the enduring strength of the cross-Channel alliance, even in the face of numerous political tensions following Brexit. The originally scheduled trip was set for March and was intended…
WHEN the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) garden at Wisley in Surrey held a flower show earlier this month, about one in 10 of the visitors appeared to be Asian. It was hard to tell whether they were RHS members or had just turned up to see the spectacular blooms during…
BRITISH Sikh members of Parliament Preet Kaur Gill and Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi have reacted to “concerning” reports emanating from Canada, after prime minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in the country. The opposition Labour MPs, who represent heavily Sikh constituencies in England,…
A SHOPKEEPER from Peckham, south London, has gone into hiding after protests erupted over a video surfaced of him “choking” a female customer when an argument broke out over a refund. Sohail Sindho said he was “forced” to pull his three sons out of school following growing protests at his…
VIVEK RAMASWAMY is said to be “rising” in opinion polls in America in his bid to seek the Republican candidacy. In an attempt to appeal to white Christian fundamentalists who are concerned about a brown man not of their faith running for the White House, Ramaswamy has been claiming that…
Streaming service Netflix on Wednesday announced that Kaala Paani, a survival drama series that marks filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker’s return to acting, will premiere on its platform on October 18. Set in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the series is described as “a grounded story about the fight for survival and…
Aamir Khan’s production Laapataa Ladies, which is directed by Kiran Rao, received a positive response at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Aamir and Kiran expressed their gratitude for receiving such an incredible response to their project. Aamir said, "I am absolutely thrilled with the audience, press, and industry response…
A LETTER from the government to Birmingham City Council’s chief executive outlines “serious” finance and governence concerns – and reveals commissioners could be in place for five years, writes Kate Knowles. It states that government commissioners will take over the running of the council for as long as five years…
Rishi Sunak is set to announce the delay of certain government policies aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 in an upcoming speech this week, citing the need for a more "proportionate" response to climate change. In a highly unusual late-night statement after reports that he was planning to row…
INDIA head coach Igor Stimac said his second-string men's team "ran out of gas" in the second half against China but hailed the players as "heroes" despite a 5-1 drubbing in their Asian Games opener on Tuesday (19). With most local clubs refusing to release key players, citing domestic and…
CANADA'S Sikh community is hoping Ottawa's shock accusations against India - that New Delhi may have been involved in the assassination of one of their leaders on Canadian soil - will be just the first dramatic step taken against alleged "Indian interference." Prime minister Justin Trudeau's assertion on Monday (18)…
The Risks of Online Casino Gambling Addiction in Brazil Casinos in Brazil were declared illegal by President Eurico Gaspar Dutra in 1946. It is believed that his Catholic wife partly influenced this decision, and since that time, both engaging in gaming and running gambling houses have been viewed as criminal…
A casino dealer is a trained professional who works the table games at a casino, such as blackjack, poker, and roulette. Their job as the house's dealer is to shuffle the deck, deal the hands, and make bets against players. The dealer keeps score and distributes wins after each hand.…
THE Home Secretary said on Wednesday (20) the country needed to take a pragmatic approach to reaching net zero because it could not "save the planet by bankrupting the British people". The comment by Suella Braverman comes ahead of a speech by prime minister Rishi Sunak this week where he…
INFLATION unexpectedly slowed in August, data showed Wednesday (20), hitting an 18-month low and sparking hope this week's widely-forecast interest rate hike by the Bank of England could be its last for now. The Consumer Prices Index dropped slightly to 6.7 per cent from 6.8 per cent in July, the…
The CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) is an important improvement in corporate reporting, often centered around sustainability issues. It is proposed legislation by the European Commission aimed at improving and standardizing sustainability reporting practices among European Union (EU) companies. The CSRD builds on the establishment laid by the NFRD (Non-Financial…
The generational oppression that women have faced makes him "feel guilty" as a man, says filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, who believes it is his duty as a storyteller to speak up against injustice whether it is political or social. Right from the beginning, Bhardwaj's stories have featured women with agency, be…
Veteran actress turned politician Hema Malini on Tuesday extended support to the Women's Reservation Bill after Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced the Bill in the first sitting of Lok Sabha in the new Parliament building in New Delhi. Talking exclusively to ANI, Hema Malini said, “September 19 has…
India’s prime minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday (19) the cabinet had approved a bill to reserve one-third seats in the lower house of parliament and state assemblies for women, reviving a proposal that has been hanging for decades. The announcement by Modi during a special session of parliament comes…
CANADA is not trying to provoke India by suggesting it was linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader, but wants New Delhi to address the issue properly, prime minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday (19). Trudeau announced on Monday (18) that Canadian intelligence agencies were actively pursuing credible…
The government said on Tuesday (19) that the "serious allegations" over the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada will not impact its own ongoing trade negotiations with India. Prime minister Rishi Sunak's spokesperson at 10 Downing Street was asked about the impact the issue may have on India-UK…
The parent company of Penguin Random House, Bertelsmann, announced on Monday (18) that Nihar Malaviya, an Indian-origin publishing executive, has been appointed as the permanent CEO of the New York-based international publishing group. This decision comes after Malaviya served as the interim chief executive for nine months. Malaviya, 48, took…
In the ever-evolving world of online gambling, loyalty programs have become an integral part of the industry. These programs, which offer rewards and incentives to frequent players, not only benefit the players but also the online casinos themselves. Loyalty programs are designed to keep players coming back and encourage them…
The world of online casino gambling can be both exciting and overwhelming for newcomers. With so many games to choose from and a seemingly endless array of sites offering their services, it can be difficult to know where to start. However, with a little bit of research and preparation, you…
TWO 'boy racers' from Oldham have each been sentenced to 14 years in prison for causing the death of Alisha Goup, said the Greater Manchester Police in a statement. Omar Choudhury, 22, and Hamidur Rahman, 24, were convicted of taking the life of 16-year-old Alisha, who was on her way…
Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy said on Sunday (17) that many individuals are irked by his ascent and believe that a 38-year-old is too young to become US president. Following his impressive performance during the maiden Republican presidential primary debate, various opinion polls show that his popularity is on…
A coroner has urged to implement the Martha's Rule following the tragic death of nine-year-old who succumbed to a Strep A infection shortly after being sent home from the hospital with a diagnosis of tonsillitis. Riya Hirani was discharged from Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow with instructions for over-the-counter pain…
On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, several Bollywood celebs took to their social media handles and extended heartfelt wishes. Actor Kartik Aaryan took to his Instagram and shared a picture which he captioned, “It’s that joyous time of the year. Ganpati Bappa Morya. #LalBaughchaRaja.” View this post on…
The Great British Bake Off is returning with 12 brand-new contestants. The popular baking competition, produced by Love Productions, has just announced its full cast for the much-anticipated fourteenth season. From a student to a chartered accountant and an intelligence analyst, The Great British Bake Off has once again brought…
Millions of workers have reason to celebrate as the Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Bill has received Royal Assent, granting workers greater control over their working patterns. This law backed by the Department for Business and Trade empowers all workers with the legal right to request a predictable working pattern…
Actress Kangana Ranaut, who was among the special women invitees at the Parliament, on Tuesday extended support to the Women's Reservation Bill, which was introduced today in the first sitting of Lok Sabha in the new Parliament building in New Delhi. Talking to the media Kangana said, “This is a…
THE father of a 10-year-old girl whose death sparked an international manhunt in Pakistan will face trial for her murder next year. Sara Sharif's body was discovered at the family home near Woking on August 10, the day after her father, Urfan Sharif, flew to Islamabad. An early morning emergency…
The Aditya L1 spacecraft, India's first space-based mission aimed at studying the Sun, got a send-off from Earth after orbiting it since its September 2 launch, as it underwent a key manoeuvre in the early hours of Tuesday (19) ISRO said. The Trans-Lagrangian Point 1 Insertion manoeuvre marks the beginning…
INDIA on Tuesday (19) rejected the "absurd" allegation that its agents were behind the killing of a Sikh leader in Canada, after prime minister Justin Trudeau's bombshell accusation sent already sour diplomatic relations to a new low. Ottawa also expelled a diplomat it described as the head of India's foreign…
ARSENAL's CEO Vinai Venkatesham will step down next summer, the Premier League team has announced. Venkatesham joined Arsenal in 2010 and was appointed managing director in 2018, after Ivan Gazidis left to join AC Milan, before being named CEO in 2020. "This was a tough decision, but it is time…
SS Rajamouli on Tuesday announced that he will be presenting the upcoming feature film Made In India, a biopic on 'Father of Indian Cinema' Dadasaheb Phalke. The RRR filmmaker said the script moved him emotionally when he heard the narration. "When I first heard the narration, it moved me emotionally like…
Tanika Gupta and Anupama Chandrasekhar are among the 60 award-winning playwrights who are donating very special first-edition copies of their plays to raise money for refugees in the UK. The plays are being donated to the Out of the Margins online auction in partnership with Christies Auction House which will…
AVANT-GARDE artist Amrita Sher-Gil’s oil on canvas The Story Teller has unseated Sayed Haider Raza’s Gestation as the most expensive work of Indian art sold at auction worldwide. The 1937 artwork went for `618 million (£6m) in New Delhi last Saturday (16) at Saffronart’s Evening Sale: Modern Art. Featured in…
TRADE talks between India and Canada have taken a hit as tension rises after prime minister Justin Trudeau said authorities were investigating "credible allegations" linking New Delhi's agents to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader. On Tuesday (19), New Delhi dismissed the allegations as "absurd", and asked Canada instead…
CALLING the H-1B visa programme "indentured servitude", Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Vivek Ramaswamy has vowed to "gut" the lottery-based system and replace it with meritocratic admission if he wins the race to the White House in 2024. The H-1B visa, the much-sought-after among Indian IT professionals, is a non-immigrant visa…
THE government on Monday (18) announced that every postmaster convicted because of a flawed IT system will be offered hundreds of thousands of pounds in compensation. Some 700 people running small local post offices were found guilty of false accounting and theft between 1999 and 2015 because of a software…
BRITAIN said on Tuesday (19) it was in close touch with its Canadian partners about "serious allegations" from Ottawa that the Indian government was involved in the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada. "We are in close touch with our Canadian partners about these serious allegations," a government…
Actor Rana Daggubati is extremely excited about the upcoming edition of Jio MAMI (Mumbai Academy of Moving Image) Mumbai Film Festival 2023. He believes that film festivals are a great opportunity to showcase new cinematic voices and tell stories that otherwise find it very difficult to find a platform in…
Top American atomic scientists have reported that Pakistan possesses an estimated stockpile of around 170 nuclear warheads, with the potential to increase this number to approximately 200 by 2025, based on the current rate of growth. "We estimate that Pakistan now has a nuclear weapons stockpile of approximately 170 warheads.…
The government has confirmed that an upcoming increase in visa fees will come into effect on October 4. Under the new pricing structure, visit visas for stays under six months will incur an additional cost of GBP 15, while student visas will see an increase of GBP 127 for applicants…
HSBC has partnered with cross-border credit bureau Nova Credit to enable newcomers to the UK to leverage their international credit history instantly when applying for a credit card. New and existing customers applying for an HSBC UK credit card online can choose to share their credit history from 12 countries,…
Makers of the upcoming spy thriller film Khufiya on Monday unveiled the film’s official trailer. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film stars Tabu, Ali Fazal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Azmeri Haque Badhon in important roles. Khufiya is based on true events. It is basically based on a book Escape…
Renowned Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has been honoured with the TIME100 Impact award this year. While receiving the award last night in Singapore, he recited one of the verses from Bhagavad Gita. During his acceptance speech, he said, “Before I begin, I would like to recite one of the verses…
An Antiques Roadshow guest wiped away tears when he learned that the war medal, his father received during World War II holds an astonishing value of £250,000. The man, whose father, Sikh soldier Naik Gian Singh, was honoured for his actions in Burma (now Myanmar) during the Second World War,…
AN INDIAN court has remanded Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal to 14-day judicial custody in a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Goyal on September 1 under under money laundering laws following a long session of questioning. The 74-year-old businessman was produced before a Mumbai court at the…
INDIAN oil companies are exploring the possibility of using close to $600 million (£484.73m) of their dividend income stranded in Russia to buy oil from that country, officials have said. India's top four oil companies - Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), Oil India Ltd and ONGC…
The High Commission of India in London in association with the London School of Trends and International Institute of Fashion Design (INIFD), presented a unique showcase titled "Celebrating LiFE Lifestyle for Environment at London Fashion Week" on "INDIA DAY" – Saturday (16). This event was part of London Fashion Week,…
Nero Ughwujabo, a senior strategy adviser at the Prince’s Trust, has received an honorary doctorate in equality, diversity, and inclusion from the University of East London’s Royal Docks School of Business and Law. The award was presented to him during a ceremony held at the University’s Docklands campus. Ughwujabo's distinguished…
THE production of 40 Airbus C295 medium tactical transport aircraft in India will be a "game changer" as it would facilitate the creation of a world-class aerospace ecosystem in the country, Indian ambassador to Spain Dinesh K Patnaik said. The Indian Air Force (IAF) received the first C295 aircraft on…
"Devout and divine" is how Australian chef Gary Mehigan describes his latest trip to India which took him to different parts of the country and introduced him to the inseparable connection between food and festivals. The culinary expert says he has been travelling to India regularly since 2010, but the…
Jameela Jamil, who is a fierce advocate for women’s issues, will be hosting a live edition of Bad Dates, a podcast she launched earlier this year, on September 26 at Just For Laughs Toronto. For those not in the know, Bad Dates focuses on a universally relatable experience: weird and…
Santiniketan, the renowned location in India’s West Bengal, where poet Rabindranath Tagore established Visva-Bharati more than a century ago, has received UNESCO World Heritage List recognition. The announcement was made by the international organisation via a Twitter post on Sunday (17). "New inscription on the @UNESCO #WorldHeritage List: Santiniketan, #India.…
THE body which appoints judges and one of its senior leaders lied to avoid giving information to the public, a tribunal has heard. Judge Abbas Mithani KC is taking legal action against the Judicial Appointments Commission [JAC] and Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] because they did not give him full disclosure…
SIXTEEN members of a West London crime group involved in international money laundering and people smuggling have been jailed for up to 15 years. National Crime Agency (NCA) officers seized £1.5 million - believed to be proceeds of class A drugs sale and immigration crime - from the organised network…
Former Miss World and Bollywood actress Manushi Chhillar is set to make her debut at London Fashion Week 2023. She will be walking the runway in creations by renowned designer Rocky Star. Excited about her debut at the London Fashion Week, Chhillar said, "I am thrilled about my debut at…
Rohan Bopanna concluded his Davis Cup career with a comfortable straight-sets victory alongside Yuki Bhambri. Sumit Nagal too secured a win in the reverse singles match as India progressed to the World Group I playoffs with a 4-1 victory against Morocco in, Lucknow, the capital city of India’s Uttar Pradesh…
Pushpak, the 1987 film starring Kamal Haasan, will be re-released in cinema halls soon, the makers have announced. Directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, the black comedy drama was premiered on November 27, 1987. Originally titled Pushpaka Vimana in Kannada, the film was released as Pushpaka Vimanam in Telugu, Pesum Padam…
Writer-director Jayant Digambar Somalkar's debut feature film Sthal (A Match) and Tarsem Singh Dhandwar's Dear Jassi emerged winners on Sunday at the closing ceremony of the 48th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). While Sthal, which is a Marathi-language Indian film, won the NETPAC Award, Dear Jassi (Punjabi/English) earned the Platform…
I See Her, a powerful short film highlighting the plight of women at risk of abuse is officially selected for a BAFTA qualifying film festival award and is causing excitement following a series of Oscar-winning collaborators. This film was created to raise awareness of the shocking rise of abuse in…
ALL too often ignored in favour of the big-name sport stars, cricketing ground staff who kept the rain-hit Asia Cup running were promised a $50,000 shared bonus by organisers on Sunday (17). Pace bowler Mohammed Siraj, who returned figures of 6-21 to lead India's rout of Sri Lanka by 10…
CALLS for compassion for migrants suffering in North Africa and those attempting to reach Europe or die trying will be at the heart of Pope Francis's visit to Marseille this week. The pontiff is making a two-day trip to France's second-largest city, a historic gateway for immigrants, where he is…
PACE bowler Mohammed Siraj returned figures of 6-21 to lead India's rout of Sri Lanka by 10 wickets as they clinched their eighth Asia Cup title on Sunday (17). Siraj got four wickets in one over to help skittle Sri Lanka out for 50, a total the Indian openers Ishan…
FOUR people have been charged over the collapse of the bakery chain Patisserie Valerie, the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) said. In January 2019, the company collapsed into administration after a £40-million hole was found in its finances. A month later, Dublin-based Causeway Capital Partners purchased 96 sites of the firm.…
CANADIAN trade minister Mary Ng is postponing a trade mission to India planned for October, an official has said, reflecting increasingly tense diplomatic relations just days after India's prime minister snubbed his Canadian counterpart at a G20 summit in New Delhi. "At this time, we are postponing the upcoming trade…
MEMBERS of the south Asian community in Seattle held a rally on the site where Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula was fatally hit by a speeding police patrol car, demanding jail for police officers responsible for her death. Kandula, 23, was struck by a police vehicle driven by Officer Kevin Dave…
ROHIT Sharma's India face underdogs Sri Lanka in Sunday's (17) Asia Cup final, a crucial momentum-builder heading into next month's ODI World Cup. The cricketing giants have 13 Asian titles between them and Sri Lanka have a history of sneaking into the tournament's final - to the consternation of fans…
Popular TV actor-couple Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla on Saturday said they are expecting their first child. Dilaik, best known for winning the 14th season of the reality show Bigg Boss, shared the news on Instagram, alongside a series of pictures that showed the actor flaunting her baby bump. "We…
Actors Aparshakti Khurana and Ishwak Singh's spy thriller Berlin is set for world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles in October. Berlin centres around a deaf-mute man who is detained on suspicion of spying. A government agent is interrogated by a sign language expert. The sign language…
The year 2024 is expected to turn out extremely special for fans of superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. As per the latest buzz, the two have approved the script of Tiger vs Pathaan and they are expected to start shooting for it in March 2024. "Tiger vs Pathaan’s…
After the tragic death of a 16-year-old boy three days following the consumption of a protein shake, a coroner has recommended that health warnings be included on protein shake products. During the inquest, it was revealed that Rohan Godhania fell ill shortly after consuming a widely-used dietary supplement, commonly used…
SMALL SHOP owners across the UK are voicing growing concerns over an alarming increase in shoplifting incidents, with many citing a lack of police response and a rising sense of impunity among criminals as the root causes of the issue, reported the BBC. Benedict Selvaratnam, a convenience store owner in…
THE talks on the proposed free trade agreement between India and the UK are moving and there is 'good progress' on issues such as rules of origin and bilateral investment treaty (BIT), a senior official has said. These were few of the issues where there were differences between the two…
Pragnesh Modhwadia had been riding high just six weeks ago. The managing partner of what had recently transformed into Axiom Ince threw a lavish party at a Mayfair club in London, far from the usual atmosphere of a City legal practice. At the time, Modhwadia held the position of managing…
A British Sikh crossbow-armed intruder who has admitted to committing treason after telling royal guards at Windsor Castle on Christmas Day 2021 that he was there to kill Queen Elizabeth II has apologised to King Charles III and the royal family, a UK court heard on Friday (15). Jaswant Singh…
Lucy Letby, the British nurse sentenced to life in prison for the murder of seven newborn babies and the attempted murder of six others has filed a legal request to appeal her conviction, court officials said Friday (15). Staff at the Court of Appeal of England and Wales confirmed an…
Actor Jr NTR won Best Actor award at the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) for his powerful performance in RRR. The award ceremony took place in Dubai on Friday night. While receiving the trophy, Jr NTR expressed gratitude to his fans and the whole RRR team. He said, "I…
SHUBMAN GILL's magnificent 121 could not prevent India's narrow six-run loss to Bangladesh in an inconsequential Asia Cup match at the R Premadasa Stadium on Friday (15). Put into bat, Bangladesh overcame a top order wobble to post a competitive 265-8 with skipper Shakib Al Hasan topscoring for his side…
Veteran star Anil Kapoor added his special touch to the gala premiere of his son-in-law Karan Boolani's directorial Thank You For Coming at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Thank You For Coming actresses Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Shibani Bedi, Dolly Singh, and Kusha Kapila hit the red carpet of…
The chancellor of Northeastern University has announced that Jaahnavi Kandula, the Indian student who tragically lost her life after being struck by a speeding police car in Seattle, will be posthumously awarded her master's degree. The decision is made in the hope that the ongoing investigation will ultimately deliver justice…
THE father, stepmother and uncle of a 10-year-old girl whose death sparked an international manhunt in Pakistan have appeared in court in the UK charged with her murder. The court hearing came after the three were arrested on Wednesday (13) after disembarking a flight from Dubai after spending a month…
RESEARCH by a campaign group has revealed that Susan Hall, the Tory candidate for London mayor, has liked tweets praising controversial figure Enoch Powell and tweets containing Islamophobic abuse directed at her Labour opponent, Sadiq Khan, reported the Guardian. In February 2020, Hall liked a tweet praising Powell, a former…
Netflix and Yash Raj Films (YRF) have collaborated to form a multi-year creative partnership. According to an official statement, the two entities have partnered to create films and series to bring defining stories to audiences in India and across the world. Interestingly, Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan's debut film Maharaj…
Actor Deepika Padukone on Friday said she never thought about the length of her role in Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan as she has a lot of love for the actor and would always be there for him. Deepika, who made her debut opposite Shah Rukh in Om Shanti Om in…
Jawan represents every Indian and it is an emotion that stands for "honesty, goodness and love", Shah Rukh Khan said on Friday, decoding what the film, which has become the superstar's second blockbuster of the year, means to him and the team. Critics have praised Jawan, directed by Tamil filmmaker…
GUCCI, Cartier and Louis Vuitton are among brands to sign leases for stores in Indian tycoon Mukesh Ambani's new Mumbai mall, as luxury firms and Reliance Industries seek to profit from strong economic growth and a rapid rise in the number of millionaires. The Jio World Plaza, which an industry…
A Bangladesh court on Thursday (14) sentenced two leading human rights activists to two years each in jail, after a trial critics say is part of a government crackdown ahead of elections. Adilur Rahman Khan, 63, and Nasiruddin Elan, 57, have led the Odhikar organisation for decades, working to document…
A BLOC of 15 Caribbean nations is set to demand $33 trillion in reparations from European countries over the historic slave trade. The figure was arrived at by an American consulting firm that took into account legal damages for the enslavement of 19 million people over four centuries, The Times…
INDIA is set to conduct a key test in its ambitious crewed space mission Gaganyaan as early as next month, the project director of the mission R Hutton has said. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is currently training four astronauts and looking to expand the cohort as it aims…
Online auctions have transformed how we buy and sell items in the digital age. They provide a platform where buyers and sellers worldwide can easily connect, negotiate, and finalize transactions. One.bid United Kingdom stands as a testament to this transformative power, offering a seamless interface for its users. When you…
BRITAIN is to pump £500 million into Tata Steel to decarbonise its Welsh site, in a deal aimed at securing the future of the country's steel industry but which puts as many as 3,000 jobs at risk. The £1.25 billion total funding package for Britain's biggest steel works includes £750m…
PAKISTAN'S election commission has questioned the neutrality of the country's caretaker government tasked with holding national elections, saying it appears to be aligned with the opponents of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. The caretaker government, which took over last month on the five year expiry of parliament, is meant…
SRI LANKA kept their Asia Cup title defence alive as they beat Pakistan by two wickets in an edge-of-the-seat thriller on Thursday (14) to book their place in Sunday's (17) final against India. Electing to bat in the rain-marred contest, Pakistan posted 252-7 in 42 overs following half-centuries by Mohammad…
POLICE investigating the death of a 10-year-old girl said Friday (15) they had charged her father, stepmother and uncle with murder after they returned to Britain from Pakistan. Sara Sharif's body was discovered at the family's home near Woking, southern England, on August 10. A post-mortem examination revealed she had…
THE India Club, a historic London curry house with links to India's freedom struggle, will close its doors for the last time on Sunday (17) after failing to stop a hotel redevelopment plan. With a non-descript entrance up a precipitous stairway on a busy stretch of The Strand in central…
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LONDON's police force has apologised and paid "substantial damages" to two women detained at a vigil held in memory of Sarah Everard who was raped and murdered by a serving officer, their lawyers said on Thursday (14). Marketing executive Everard was abducted off a street in London as she walked…
Opposition leader Keir Starmer announced on Thursday (14) that under a Labour government, a new police unit would be established to address illegal migration. Additionally, he indicated an openness to exploring a returns agreement with the European Union as a potential solution to the crisis. How to tackle illegal migration…
In the southern Indian state of Karnataka, police arrested a 78-year-old man, Ganapati Vitthal Wagore, who had been accused of stealing two buffaloes and a calf back in 1965 when he was 20 years old, the BBC reported. At the time, he was initially arrested for the alleged theft alongside…
APPLE farmers and political activists in Indian Kashmir protested on Wednesday (13) against the federal government's decision to remove an additional 20 per cent duty on the fruit imported from the US saying cheaper American apples will hurt local growers. The decision to remove the additional duty was one of…
Leander Paes is regarded as one of the best doubles tennis players of all time. The Calcutta-born ace, who retired in 2021, won several doubles tournaments after turning professional in 1991. We look back on Paes’ sensational career. 2023 Grand Slam Season Ends Paes won five US Open titles in…
EXPERTS have fanned out in India's southern state of Kerala to collect samples of fluid from bats and fruit trees in a region where the deadly Nipah virus has killed two people and three more have tested positive. The state is battling its fourth outbreak since 2018 of a virus…
The Jaipur Literary Festival, which is hailed as one of the greatest literary shows globally, is set to make a grand return to Houston on September 15, featuring several celebrated writers, analysts and researchers, including award-winning filmmaker Mira Nair. This marks the sixth edition of the festival, a globally renowned…
Shah Rukh Khan’s latest film Jawan has been doing phenomenal business at the ticket window ever since its release on September 6. The film has been performing exceptionally well not only in India but also across several international territories. However, Khan’s UK fans who recently visited a popular theatre to…
INDIA’S opposition alliance on Thursday (14) decided to boycott shows of 14 television anchors in a move a journalists’ association called “unacceptable”.The media committee of INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) said it will not send its representatives to debates hosted by them.The journalists include Arnab Goswami of Republic TV,…
On the occasion of actor Ayushmann Khurrana’s birthday, several Bollywood celebrities took to their social media handles and extended heartfelt wishes. Actor Anushka Sharma shared a picture on her stories and wrote, “Happy birthday Ayushmann. Wishing you love and light always.” Actor Ananya Panday shared a video from Dream Girl…
Veteran actor Rio Kapadia, best known for films such as Dil Chahta Hai, Chak De! India, and Happy New Year, passed away after a battle with cancer this afternoon, his friend Faisal Malik said. He was 66. "He passed away in the afternoon at around 12:30 pm. He was suffering…
Police and district officials striving to implement preventive measures as a surge in student suicides shakes the "Kota factory," or coaching hub in India's western state of Rajasthan, identify parental pressure as a significant factor contributing to poor mental health among students. They point to the pressure from parents who…
FAMILIES seeking asylum in the UK face inadequate living conditions in government-provided temporary housing, affecting their mental and physical health and access to children's education, Human Rights Watch said Thursday (14). Releasing a new 100-page report based on joint research with UK human rights group Just Fair, HRW said they…
Trends of wasting and stunted growth observed during the initial 1,000 days of a child's life can have lasting impacts on their future health and growth, according to studies newly published in Nature journal's Progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Collection. The authors of these studies related to SDG…
Turmeric may be as effective in treating indigestion as medication, a study has suggested. The research, published in the journal BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, marks the first of its kind to compare the efficacy of a natural compound found in turmeric with omeprazole, a drug used to reduce excess stomach acid…
In vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment has revolutionized the world of assisted reproductive technology, offering hope and a path to parenthood for countless couples struggling with infertility. India, with its advanced medical infrastructure and competitive cost of IVF in India, has become a sought-after destination for IVF treatments. However, beneath the…
THE government said on Thursday (14) it would invest £200 million of extra funding in the NHS to help boost its resilience during the busy winter months. Prime minister Rishi Sunak has made cutting NHS patient waiting lists one of his five top priorities ahead of a national election expected…
Filmmaker Shyam Benegal on Thursday said he is honoured to narrate the story of Bangladesh's founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman through his film Mujib - The Making of a Nation. A Bangladesh-India co-production, Mujib - The Making of a Nation was screened at the 48th annual Toronto International Film Festival…
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) has announced the relaunch of Zee One, a Bollywood-centric channel uniquely tailored for German viewers through a strategic partnership with Samsung TV Plus. India's media conglomerate Zee Entertainment Enterprises launched Zee One in 2016 and offered movies across all genres such as romance, comedy, and…
A BODYCAM footage of a police officer joking about the death of a 23-year-old Indian student after she was struck by a speeding police patrol car earlier this year in Seattle has prompted India to raise the matter strongly with the US authorities. Jaahnavi Kandula was killed in January after…
THE first phase of the Ram temple in India's northern town of Ayodhya will be completed in December and will open to devotees in January, an official said on Thursday (14). The site where the temple was built was bitterly contested for years, with both Hindus and Muslims laying claim…
President Arif Alvi of Pakistan unilaterally put forth November 6 as the proposed date for the general elections on Wednesday (13). This proposal was conveyed through a letter addressed to the chief election commissioner, amidst an ongoing controversy surrounding the polling dates in the financially challenged nation. In his letter…
VIVEK RAMASWAMY joined a growing chorus of 2024 Republican presidential candidates vowing to radically reduce the size and function of the US government if elected next year, calling on Wednesday (13) for a “revolution” that will hold the federal bureaucracy “accountable.” Former president Donald Trump and his top rival, Florida…
THE G20 Summit in New Delhi has positioned India as a key player in the global arena, edging closer to becoming the 'leader of the Global South,' according to analysts. The two-day summit, which concluded on Sunday (10), showcased India's leadership as it championed initiatives aimed at countering the ascendancy…
POLICE on Wednesday (13) arrested three British-Pakistani relatives of a 10-year-old girl on suspicion of her murder, moments after the trio landed back in Britain following a month on the run in Pakistan. Sara Sharif's body was discovered at the family's home near Woking, southeast England, on August 10. A…
After its triumphant world premiere at the esteemed Melbourne Film Festival, Lord Curzon Ki Haveli starring Rasika Dugal is set to captivate audiences at the prestigious Chicago South Asian International Film Festival 2023. Lord Curzon Ki Haveli is a black comedy thriller that has been capturing attention and earning acclaim…
Actresses Bhumi Pednekar and Shehnaaz Gill are set to present their film Thank You For Coming at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The two along with co-stars Kusha Kapila, Shibani Bedi, and Dolly Singh left for Canada on Wednesday night. They all shared snaps and videos from the…
Shah Rukh Khan's love and respect for women is well-known. Be it a little girl or an elderly woman, he has always been seen rooting for females. In fact, his latest film Jawan also celebrates the strength of female characters. From fighting the goons to ruling the screen with emotional…
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who is known for making such notable films as Dev D, Gangs Of Wasseypur, and Manmarziyaan, is currently seen in a dual role in Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s film Haddi, with one of his characters being a trans person. During an interview, Kashyap shared his opinion on many topics,…
Stolen, an edge-of-the-seat thriller from India, is set to be screened at the 67th edition of the BFI London Film Festival in October. Directed by Karan Tejpal and produced by Gaurav Dhingra of Jungle Book Studio, the Hindi film recently had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Set…
FOUR people including two British Indians have been charged by Serious Fraud Office (SFO) over the collapse of the Patisserie Valerie bakery chain, Sky News reported. The company, known for its nearly 200 high street cafes across the UK, faced financial turmoil in early 2019 following reports of a multimillion-pound…
THERE have been a lot of movies about teenagers getting into trouble, while in pursuit of having a good time and that is why it was always going to be difficult for Friday Night Plan to stand out. The low budget coming of age comedy drama revolves around two teenage…
THERE is no denying that Lucky Ali is one of the finest music talents India has produced, but he is also someone who hasn’t delivered nearly enough songs or live performances in recent years. While on one side, it has left his fans frustrated, but at the same time given…
QUEEN frontman and rockstar Freddie Mercury’s Parsi heritage was celebrated more than 30 years after his death, as Sotheby’s in London conducted the first of six auctions of his belongings last Wednesday (6). A 16th-century Indian miniature depicting A Prince on Horseback With His Entourage sold for £266,700, against an…
ARE you feeling bloated, tired and struggling to sleep or is your low energy weighing you down? Perhaps you’ve been through a whirlwind of big fat Indian weddings or indulgent holidays over the summer and now your mind and body feel out of sorts? If so, you’re not alone. Post-holiday…
BRITAIN's opposition Labour party would repeal recently-introduced legislation that limits workers' rights to strike if it wins an election expected next year, deputy leader Angela Rayner said, pledging to enhance employee protection. The promise to reverse the Strikes (minimum service levels) Act within 100 days of taking power represents a…
BRITISH music talent Inder Paul Sandhu has carved out his own path as an accomplished singer and songwriter. That creative journey led him towards setting up his own designer fashion label Exodus, Pas De Ce Monde (PDCM), which offers eye-catching clothes, awesome accessories and cool footwear. He has used the…
“WHO was Churchill?” This was the question debated at the inaugural Chartwell Literary Festival last week at Sir Winston Churchill’s home in Kent. It was held to mark the 70th anniversary of the Nobel Prize for Literature that Britain’s wartime leader was awarded in 1953. Introducing three historians on the…
THE Indian comedian returned to the Soho Theatre in central London after a month long run at the Edinburgh Fringe festival. At the beginning of his show, he made the interesting revelation that it was hard to draw roaring laughter from British audiences, even when they were appreciative of a…
PUBLIC dissatisfaction with how the government is handling immigration is at its highest level since 2015, according to a new survey. In May this year, Office for National Statistics (ONS) data revealed that net migration to the UK reached a record high of 606,000 in 2022, driven by people from…
CRISIS-HIT Sri Lanka must convince IMF officials that it has met key goals under a $2.9 billion bailout to push forward debt restructuring efforts crucial to a recovery for its battered economy. The officials, set to arrive in Colombo on Thursday (14), will assess the island's performance under a four-year…
RISING British star Dane Buckley has made good use of the fact that he is (probably) the only half-Indian, half-Irish, gay stand-up comedian in the world. By mining comedy gold from the three identities, the sparkling London-based talent regularly makes cross-cultural audiences of all ages roar with laughter. The award-winning…
India's southern state of Kerala shut some schools, offices, and public transport on Wednesday (13) in a race to stop the spread of the rare and deadly Nipah virus, which has killed two people. An adult and a child were still infected in hospital, and more than 130 people have…
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who is the only Indian to be chosen for the 2023 edition of the TIME100 Impact Awards, on Wednesday said he is humbled by the honour which will encourage him to push the envelope of Indian content through his brand of cinema. Known for tackling several social…
Producer Ektaa Kapoor is currently in Toronto for the special screening of her film Thank You For Coming. Helmed by Karan Boolani, Thank You For Coming stars including Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Dolly Singh, Kusha Kapila, and Shibani Bedi. Ahead of the screening, Ektaa expressed her happiness on backing the…
BLOCKBUSTER film Gadar 2 has been this year’s biggest Hindi cinema success story. Although all eyes have been on established stars Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, the hit sequel has been a star-making moment for Simratt Kaur Randhawa. After appearances in Telugu cinema and popular music videos, the talented young…
THE greatest difficulty in the earliest days of Indian cinema was to get local women to act in films. For India’s first film Raja Harishchandra (1913), producer/director Dada Saheb Phalke had to get a man in a sari (Salunke) to play the leading lady. Although women slowly started to step…
AFTER enjoying massive success in south Indian cinema, ace director Atlee makes his foray into Bollywood with this commercial entertainer, which was also made available in Tamil and Telugu. Although action is very much at the forefront of this big budget film, there are plenty of surprises and unexpected turns…
A minister disclosed on Wednesday (13) that the MI5 security service of Britain had issued a warning to the governing Conservative party about the potential spying activities of two prospective MPs with alleged ties to China. Information regarding the counsel, provided in both 2021 and 2022, has surfaced recently. This…
SRI LANKA CRICKET (SLC) slashed ticket prices for Asia Cup games by up to 95 per cent last Sunday (10) after costs were hiked 40-fold and matches were played in near-empty stadiums. Tickets for ODIs in crisis-hit Sri Lanka have generally cost around 250 rupees (62p) previously. That was hiked…
OF THE four major forces in the world – politics, military, religion and economics – that decide the quality of people’s lives to a large extent, I see the economic force as the biggest possibility for bringing about some unification and sensible action. In the next ten to fifteen years,…
HOPES of a return to democracy in juntaruled Myanmar are being crushed by “systematic repression”, United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres said last Thursday (7) at a summit in Indonesia with the United States, China and regional leaders. Myanmar has been ravaged by deadly violence since a 2021 military coup ousted…
PAKISTAN Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to the country from London on October 21 to lead the party's political campaign in the upcoming elections, ending his over four years of self-imposed exile in the UK. "Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21," his younger brother…
PROLIFIC actor Rajkummar Rao has racked up an impressive body of work since making his movie debut in 2010. The acclaimed Indian performer has shown off his versatility in diverse genres that range from comedy to hard-hitting drama. He has added to his acclaimed work with newly released Netflix series…
The Rig Veda inscriptions and Panini's grammar treatise 'Ashtadhyayi,' which were India's contributions to the G20 'Culture Corridor' exhibition held at the summit venue, have been exhibited under the name of 'Bharat.' The Rig Veda, an ancient Indian text representing the country's contribution to the international project in the 'symbols…
TALENTED composer and gifted singer Raahul Jatin has made great strides in the music industry with superb songs. He has followed in the footsteps of his famous father, who was one half of the iconic composing duo Jatin-Lalit, with songs that are delighting cross-generational audiences. Eastern Eye got the fast…
INDIA’S road transport minister on Tuesday (12) said he will propose an additional 10 per cent tax on diesel vehicles and warned automakers of even higher levies to come to force them away from diesel-burners and cut fuel emissions and pollution. Nitin Gadkari made the comments at the Society of…
ISHAN Kishan has usually been India's go-to wicketkeeper for limited-overs matches this year but it is clear he cannot take his place for granted with KL Rahul hitting top form after returning from injury at the Asia Cup. Kishan appeared to be first-choice for the gloves, not just because he…
“IT IS not just the responsibility but the right of every poet andwriter to speak freely, challenge the status quo and usher in social change in the world”, proclaimed the Indian poet, lyricist, screenplay writer and activist Javed Akhtar. He was speaking after being honoured for his contribution to the…
His roots lie in India and over the years, France has become his 'karmabhoomi' or workplace, says fashion designer Rahul Mishra, who was conferred with the insignia of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. Mishra, who debuted with his ready-to-wear collection at the Paris Fashion Week in 2014,…
AFTER being a stay at home mum for 16 years, Zarna Garg decided that she wanted something more in life and sur - prised everyone by pursuing a career in stand-up comedy. Five years on, the happily married mother of three has be - come one of the hottest comedy…
BRITAIN'S economy shrank more than expected in July, hit by strike action and wet weather, official data showed Wednesday (13). Output contracted 0.5 per cent compared with growth of 0.5 per cent in June, the Office for National Statistics added in a statement. Analysts' consensus forecast had been for contraction…
KULDEEP Yadav starred as India overcame a brilliant all-round effort from Sri Lanka's Dunith Wellalage to win a tense Asia Cup clash by 41 runs on Tuesday (12) and book a place in the final. Kuldeep took four wickets including the final two as India defended 213, bowling out Sri…
Leaders from various countries, including heads of state, who participated in the G20 Summit held in Delhi, were presented with a carefully curated assortment of handcrafted artifacts and products that reflect India's vibrant cultural heritage, officials announced on Tuesday (12). They said a number of these gifts were painstakingly created…
HUNDREDS of articles praising Bangladeshi government policies apparently by independent experts have appeared in national and international media but the authors have questionable credentials, fake photos, and may not even exist, an AFP investigation has found. Commentators say it is evidence of a sustained campaign of disinformation by unknown actors…
BANGLADESH authorities sacked a senior prosecutor after he condemned court cases against Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as “judicial harassment”, officials said Friday – prompting him to reportedly seek asylum at the US embassy with his family. Yunus, 83, is credited with lifting millions out of poverty but has fallen out…
FIVE former Metropolitan Police officers have been found guilty of sharing “grossly offensive racist messages” including mocking prime minister Rishi Sunak and other British Asian politicians. Peter Booth, 66, Robert Lewis, 62, Anthony Elsom, 67, Alan Hall, 65, and Trevor Lewton, 65 retired from the UK’s largest force between 2001…
Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri on Tuesday claimed his directorial The Vaccine War will "expose the usual suspects" who tried to sabotage the development of an indigenous vaccine during the Covid-19 pandemic for their political agenda. The film, according to the director, is India's "first-ever bio-science" movie. It is based on…
CANADIAN prime minister Justin Trudeau belatedly left India on Tuesday (12) after an aircraft breakdown forced a two-day extension of his rocky visit to New Delhi for the G20 summit. Trudeau arrived in India for the meeting of the leaders of 20 leading economies last Friday (8) and was due…
A PROMINENT race equality leader has criticised the government’s continued denial of institutional racism, saying it has created credibility issues. Dr Halima Begum pointed out that shortly after the government released its contentious report on race, which claimed to find no evidence of institutional racism, several national incidents contradicted this…
AFTER communal clashes in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri area last year, police said they used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest dozens of men, the second such instance after a more violent riot in the Indian capital in 2020. In both cases, most of those charged were Muslims, leading human rights…
Salaar will not hit the screens on its scheduled release date of September 28 due to "unforeseen circumstances", the makers announced Wednesday. In a statement on X, production house Hombale Films said it will reveal the new date of the Prabhas-starrer in due course. "We deeply appreciate your unwavering support for…
US CHIP firm Nvidia on Friday (8) announced AI partnerships with Indian conglomerates Reliance Industries and Tata Group to develop cloud infrastructure and language models, as well as generative applications. The deals with two of India’s largest business houses will help the US chip firm deepen inroads to the emerging…
THE prime minister Rishi Sunak on Monday (11) told British lawmakers that he had “warm and productive” discussions with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi towards a free trade agreement (FTA) with India, as he updated parliament on his recent visit to New Delhi for the Indialed G20 summit. Addressing the…
WITH the provision of a swathe of new oil and gas exploration licences and a crisis in offshore wind energy, clouds are gathering over the UK’s net zero promises. The Conservative government of Rishi Sunak in July promised “hundreds” of new licences for oil and gas exploration and production in…
Veteran actor Satinder Kumar Khosla, popularly known as Birbal, has died. He was in his 80s. Khosla breathed his last on Tuesday evening at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Hospital. His friend Jugnu confirmed the news of the demise of the Sholay actor to ANI. Khosla passed away due to cardiac arrest. His…
A MAN reported to be a UK parliamentary researcher who was arrested on suspicion of spying for Beijing on Monday (11) said he was “completely innocent” and not a “Chinese spy”. The man, whose identity has not been released by UK authorities but is said to be in his 20s,…
THE government must take urgent action to ensure elections remain accessible and changes to the system such as a requirement for voter ID pose a significant threat, the independent elections watchdog said on Wednesday (13). Some 14,000 people were denied a vote in local authority elections held in May across…
THE government said it is introducing legislation allowing bone and teeth X-rays to verify the age of asylum seekers suspected of falsely claiming to be minors. The government is trying to curb what it calls "illegal" migration to the UK -- a highly contentious political issue. Legislation unveiled this week…
THE Old War Office (OWO) of Britain's World War II era prime minister Winston Churchill is all set to open its doors to the public this month as a brand-new luxury hotel in the heart of London, after a multi-million-pound makeover in keeping with its historic setting by the Hinduja…
Nandini Das from the UK and Kris Manjapra from the US, both with Indian heritage are among the six global writers announced on Tuesday (12) for the 2023 British Academy Book Prize, for Global Cultural Understanding, a prestigious international non-fiction award valued at GBP 25,000. Nandini Das, originally from India,…
People who had shared their personal stories with Humza Yousaf regarding their experiences living in poverty expressed their disappointment in the lack of concrete action in his first programme for government last week. Yousaf had convened a cross-party, cross-sector summit on poverty in May shortly after assuming leadership of the…
PASSENGERS and crew members of a British Airways flight who were taken hostage in Kuwait in 1990 are intending to take legal action against the British government and the airline, a law firm said Tuesday (12). Passengers on BA flight 149 were taken off the Kuala Lumpur-bound plane when it…
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INDIAN Premier League (IPL) franchise Rajasthan Royals is understood to have launched a bid to take over Yorkshire Club as the ECB intends to open up cricket to overseas investment. The winner of the 2008 IPL title offered £25 million to take full control at Headingley, Mail Sports reported. If…
INDIA's road transport minister on Tuesday (12) said he will propose an additional 10 per cent tax on diesel vehicles and warned automakers of even higher levies to come to force them away from diesel-burners and cut fuel emissions and pollution. Nitin Gadkari made the comments at the Society of…
GERMAN imports of refined oil products from India soared in the first seven months of the year, official data showed Tuesday (12), much of which was likely made using crude oil from sanctions-hit Russia. Germany bought €451 million (£387m) worth of Indian petroleum products between January and July. That was…
New research has suggested that depression may directly lead to the development of type 2 diabetes by causing inflammation in vital organs. Prior studies have shown that individuals with diabetes are twice as likely to experience depression. However, it remained uncertain whether depression caused type 2 diabetes, vice versa, or…
ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor near Watford celebrated the temple’s 50th annual Krishna Janmashtami last week with thousands of pilgrims attending the event over three days.The festival featured live music, performances and a hand-decorated forest depicting scenes from Lord Krishna’s childhood pastimes.The shrine at the spiritual sanctuary was adorned with flowers and…
THE BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in London, popularly known as Neasden Temple, celebrated Krishna Janmashtami (birth celebrations of Lord Krishna) with a host of devotional festivities on 7 September, a statement said. Devotees and visitors arrived at the temple throughout the day to offer prayers and respects as well as…
Finalists for the 2023 World's Best School Prizes were revealed in London on Tuesday (12), including an independent international school in Gujarat and a charity school in Maharashtra, representing institutions from across the globe. The five World's Best School Prizes, which include categories such as Community Collaboration, Environmental Action, Innovation,…
HEADING to New Delhi for the G20 summit might have felt like a great escape for Rishi Sunak, leaving behind crumbling concrete in classrooms and damning opinion polls for his first visit to India as Prime Minister. The Sunaks were greeted enthusiastically by the Indian media. A British Prime Minister…
A judge in Pakistan has issued a ruling to transfer five children who were taken to Pakistan with a fugitive couple wanted over the death of a 10-year-old girl in Britain to a government-run childcare facility, reported the BBC. The children were discovered at Sara's grandfather's residence, where he wished…
After nearly six decades in operation, a family-owned business specialising in traditional Asian dresses is set to close its doors as the owner, Kishor Chauhan, plans to retire. Milans, originally established in Leicester's Highfields area in 1964 to cater to the needs of newcomers from India and Pakistan, later relocated…
PAKISTAN are set to draft in back-ups for Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah with the pace duo looking doubtful for the remainder of the Asia Cup having sustained injuries during their Super Four stage defeat to India. Shahnawaz Dahani and Zaman Khan will come into the squad in Sri Lanka…
The Canadian man charged with the murder of four members of a Muslim family acted intentionally and with premeditation, the prosecutor said. The man whose trial began on Monday (11) faces accusations of driving his pick-up truck into the family, leading to their tragic deaths in what is being characterised…
THE UK unemployment rate edged higher to 4.3 per cent in the three months to the end of July, as wage growth remained at a record high, official data showed Tuesday (12). Unemployment had been 4.2 per cent in the quarter to the end of June, the Office for National…
FRENCH president Emmanuel Macron said on Monday (11) that Bangladesh had committed to ordering 10 aircraft from Airbus, marking the south Asian country's first deal with the European planemaker in a shift from its Boeing dominated fleet. French officials said the deal for the A350 widebody airplanes, which is still…
India’s yearlong presidency of the G20 came to a climax last weekend as world leaders gathered in Delhi for the annual summit of the world’s leading economies. Against the perceived odds, India was able to forge consensus among a group of nations increasingly divided along geopolitical fault-lines. The official communique,…
A British Indian police officer has been dismissed from Scotland Yard after a misconduct hearing found she had used “unreasonable force” on duty while arresting a man in north London two years ago. Police Constable Mandeep Dharni, attached to the Metropolitan Police’s north west Basic Command Unit (BCU) in London,…
INDIA beat rivals Pakistan by 228 runs after Virat Kohli passed 13,000 in one-day internationals en route to his 47th century and KL Rahul marked his return from injury with a ton in a lopsided Asia Cup Super Four clash in Colombo on Monday (11). Pakistan's batsmen, needing a daunting…
Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar were among the film personalities who hailed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the successful presidency of G20, calling it a moment of "honour and pride" for every Indian. The G20 Summit came to an end on Sunday. The grouping of emerging…
Sympathy for the Devil, starring Hollywood actor Nicholas Cage, will be available for streaming in India on Lionsgate Play from September 29. Directed by Yuval Adler, the film follows a taxi driver on his way to the hospital, as he is interrupted by an unwelcome passenger and held at gunpoint.…
National Commission for Women (NCW), Netflix, and Annapurna Studios hosted a significant event in Hyderabad, centred around the theme of ‘Cinema as a Catalyst for Change’. The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Anjani Kumar, IPS, Director-General of Police, Telangana, Ambika Khurana, Director of Public Policy at Netflix, Abhishek…