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A Turkish tech executive who launched a New York “fintech marketing” company to create rewards programs has been indicted for defrauding venture capitalists of $7 million in seed money and using the proceeds to secure an O-1A “extraordinary ability” visa. Federal prosecutors in New York announced that Kalder Inc founder and CEO Gokce Guven, a…
Putin with Trump (File photo) US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed not to target Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for one week during a period of extreme cold. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said he made the request directly to Putin because…
Perhaps Sher-Gil’s most iconic work, Three Girls, shows three young women sitting close together, wrapped in simple saris, their expressions distant and heavy with thought. Nothing dramatic is happening, and that is exactly the point. What makes this painting remarkable is its psychological depth. The women are physically near yet emotionally isolated, each lost in…
Hollywood star Natalie Portman voiced strong criticism at the Sundance Film Festival, highlighting the Academy Awards’ oversight of women-directed films in its recent nominations. She lamented that exceptional movies like ‘Sorry Baby’ and ‘Hedda’ were overlooked, despite receiving widespread acclaim. Hollywood star Natalie Portman pointed jab at the Academy Awards organisers for shutting out women-directed…
As “Homebound” failed to make it to the Oscars, actor Vishal Jethwa said that the film’s journey remains extraordinary for him and added that being shortlisted among the final 15 films from 86 entries was itself a deeply humbling experience, especially given his modest beginnings. As ‘Homebound’ failed to make it to the Oscars, actor…
During a lively chat about global cinema, Tom Hiddleston fondly reminisced about the first Indian film that captivated him—Shah Rukh Khan’s poignant ‘Devdas’. He praised the rich narrative style of Indian films and expressed a strong desire to collaborate with the exceptional SS Rajamouli, showcasing his respect for the breadth of talent within Bollywood. Tom…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally asked President Isaac Herzog to grant him a pardon while his corruption trial remains underway, his office confirmed on Sunday, reported AP.Netanyahu’s office said the request had been submitted to the legal department of the president’s office. In its response, Herzog’s office described it as “an extraordinary request…
Dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell, far surpassing human capabilities. With over 220 million scent receptors, they can detect minute chemical changes in the human body, including shifts in hormones, blood, breath, or skin compounds caused by illness or stress. This incredible ability allows dogs to sense certain medical conditions before humans are even…
Mahesh Bhatt reflects on his relationship with Parveen Babi, acknowledging her profound influence on his life and career. He credits her for inspiring his film ‘Arth,’ a turning point after a difficult start. Bhatt also recounts the tragic end of their relationship, marked by Babi’s struggle with schizophrenia and the emotional toll it took on…
