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The newly announced interim trade deal between India and the United States lays out a roadmap to deepen collaboration on the digital trade and technology front. The two nations released a joint statement on Saturday, announcing details of the interim trade agreement. “The US and India are pleased to announce that they have reached a…
US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the Kennedy Center will be shutting down for two years starting July 4, America’s 250th anniversary, for extensive renovations amid declining ticket sales and performer boycotts. Trump, who recently became chairman and added his name to the building, claims the closure is necessary to transform it into…
TOI correspondent from Washington: Celebrated American composer and Indophile Philip Glass has withdrawn the world premiere of his Symphony No 15, “Lincoln,” from the MAGA-infused Kennedy Center in Washington DC — the decision redolent of nonviolent Gandhian protest embodied in his landmark opera Satyagraha.Glass announced this week that the Kennedy Center’s current direction under President…
Mohan G’s ‘Draupathi 2’ has hit screens, sparking a polarized reaction. While praised for its bold period politics and strong performances, particularly from Natty Natraj, some critics cite uneven pacing and technical flaws. The film, set in the 14th century, explores political intrigue and its impact on ordinary lives, promising a deeper dive as its…
Oracle is reportedly facing problems in pursuing its employees to move to its newest office in Nashville. Despite reported promises of tens of thousands of dollars in relocation incentives as well as offering a futuristic design and an in-house Nobu restaurant, the staff is refusing to move to the ‘world HQ’ that company founder Larry…
Andre Drummond and Top5 (Image via: Getty Images) Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond has been giving exceptional performances. The team has already won 22 games out of 38 games this past NBA season. However, one controversy surrounds the star center. Top5, the Canadian rapper, who also goes by the name Hassan Ali, recently shared a…
A fresh round of artist cancellations has hit the Kennedy Center after US President Donald Trump’s name was added to the iconic arts venue, intensifying a political and cultural controversy around one of America’s leading institutions.The latest withdrawal came from the Cookers, a veteran jazz ensemble, which canceled two New Year’s Eve performances. In a…
Ryan O’Reilly linked to Avalanche return (Image via: Getty Images) The Minnesota Wild’s acquisition of Quinn Hughes has quickly altered the league’s perception of the team. No longer viewed as a fringe playoff side, Minnesota is now being discussed as a serious Central Division contender. That shift has naturally sparked fresh NHL rumors about whether…
TOI correspondent from Washington: Recognising his tasteful appreciation of fine arts and his architectural aesthetics, not to speak of his modesty and humility, the board of trustees of the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC voted on Thursday to rename the national arts institution the Trump-Kennedy Center.The name change was…
Social media users Tuesday claimed that a Brown University student’s social media footprints were getting deleted as the manhunt for the shooter entered the fourth day, The law enforcement did not release the name of any suspect but social media users pointed out that the university removed the profile page of a student named Mustapha…
