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BENGALURU: Masayoshi Son-led SoftBank Group pared its holding in Ola Electric Mobility to 13.5% from 15.6%, in what appears like a staggered exit from the electric 2-wheeler maker that was once among its marquee India bets. SVF II Ostrich (DE), a SoftBank affiliate and Ola Electric’s second-largest shareholder after founder Bhavish Aggarwal, sold 9.4 crore…
Sunny Deol kicks off ‘Antony’ filming after ‘Border 2’s Rs 480cr global hit. This thriller, directed by Balaji Ganesh and backed by Excel Entertainment & A.R. Murugadoss, stars Vijay Varma as villain. More 2026 releases: ‘Gabru’, ‘Lahore 1947’, ‘Ramayana Part 1’ as Hanuman. At 68, veteran actor Sunny Deol is showing no signs of slowing…
Reflecting on her journey, Priyanka Chopra Jonas recalled the pivotal moment that defined her early understanding of fame: watching Thalapathy Vijay draw massive crowds while filming ‘Thamizhan’, her first Tamil movie. The electric atmosphere surrounding Vijay made a lasting impression on the young actress, altering her perception of celebrity even before she delved into the…
As Indian garment makers switch on machines for the next US fall-winter cycle, the industry is bracing for another potential shock, with the threat of a 500% tariff clouding export prospects and factory utilisation.Exporters say buyer sentiment has shifted sharply in recent weeks. “Buyers who were earlier considering shifting some orders to India no longer…
For generations, pregnancy has been described as life-changing, a period that reshapes the body, emotions and priorities. But new research suggests the transformation may run far deeper than previously understood, affecting the pace at which a woman’s cells age. A study published in Obstetrics & Gynaecology has found that pregnancy may temporarily accelerate biological ageing,…
The US Department of State has acknowledged significant delays in visa appointments at American embassies and consulates worldwide, including in India, as processing times stretch up to 12 months due to enhanced screening procedures. In a statement to Business Insider, a State Department spokesperson confirmed that consular offices are now “prioritizing thoroughly vetting each visa…
Meghalaya coal mine blast (ANI photo) SHILLONG: In a major man-made disaster, at least 16 labourers were killed in a dynamite explosion in an “illegal” coal mine in the remote Thangsku area of East Jaintia Hills district on Thursday. Many more are feared “trapped” inside the pit.Three of the deceased identified so far are Faruk…
The iconic ‘The Exorcist’ franchise is getting a fresh start with a new film helmed by director Mike Flanagan. Young actor Jacobi Jupe, known for ‘Hamnet,’ joins Scarlett Johansson in this bold reimagining. This installment will not be a sequel to the poorly received ‘Exorcist: Believer,’ promising a new take on possession themes. ‘The Exorcist’…
Attari: As the sun dips over the fields of Amritsar, the road to Attari (India)-Wagah (Pakistan) border — famous for ‘Beating The Retreat’ ceremony — tells a story of decline. There was a time, not long ago, when this stretch of National Highway 3 felt like a pilgrimage. Buses lined the roadside. Vendors waved tricolour…
TN defends defying HC order in SC NEW DELHI: While continuing its defiance of orders from Madras HC allowing lighting of the ‘Karthigai Deepam’ atop Thiruparankundram hills, Tamil Nadu’s DMK govt on Friday requested Supreme Court for an early hearing on its appeal but got no such assurance from CJI Surya Kant.When a counsel mentioned…
