Actor Gul Panag has reacted strongly to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee after his controversial comments targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the latter’s recent Norway visit sparked debate online. The exchange has generated intense discussions across social media, with opinions sharply divided over criticism, accountability and respect for public office.Known for films like ‘Dhoop’, ‘Manorama Six…
Prices of cheaper liquor are expected to rise by around 20%, while premium brands may become cheaper by 5% to 12%, and in some cases by as much as 20%, say traders Mangaluru: Liquor vendors and hospitality industry representatives in the coastal districts of Karnataka have reported sharply divergent impacts from the state’s new alcohol‑in‑beverage…
Bengaluru: Industries across Bengaluru, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), are facing mounting pressure as commercial LPG prices have risen sharply over the past few months, significantly increasing production costs.Industrialists said LPG prices increased by nearly 50% per metric tonne between March and May, while commercial cylinders in the open market are reportedly being…
K Uday Kumar of Hidingala near Ujire records monthly and annual rainfall figures dating back to 1997 A handwritten rainfall diary maintained by K Uday Kumar of Hidingala near Ujire records monthly and annual rainfall figures dating back to 1997 A handwritten rainfall diary maintained by K Uday Kumar of Hidingala near Ujire records monthly…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s wait for an India debut continued during the two-match T20I series against Ireland, where India suffered a surprise 2-0 whitewash under new captain Shreyas Iyer.The teenage batting sensation was widely expected to get his first international cap, with fans and experts repeatedly calling for his inclusion. However,…
The trailer for ‘Drishyam 3’, starring Mohanlal, has been unveiled and it looks like it has stirred up quite a bit of excitement among fans. This is because the third part of this gripping saga, which was helmed by Jeethu Joseph, is just as enthralling and emotional as the previous two parts. Since the release…
Actor Ajith Kumar returned to Chennai on Saturday following the passing of his mother, Mohini Mani. The actor had been reportedly in Dubai before returning home to be with his family during the difficult time. Following the news, several personalities from cinema and political circles visited his residence to extend support and offer condolences. Vijay…
Following his breakout role in ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, Arjun Rampal joins Rishab Shetty‑starrer The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a pan‑India epic on the Maratha warrior king. Produced and directed by Sandeep Singh, the film features Shefali Shah as Rajmata Jijabai and begins shooting in 2026, alongside a busy slate of pending releases for…
Umar Khalid (ANI file photo) NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected the review plea filed by student activist Umar Khalid, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, against its earlier judgment denying him bail.“Having gone through the review petition and the documents on record, we do not find any valid ground to…
Aerial Cleanup: A drone-mounted high-pressure water sprayer cleans the gopura of Kateel Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple near Mangaluru on Thursday Mangaluru: A drone now whirs around the towers of Kateel Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, helping clean the shrine’s towers ahead of festival season. The temple has turned to the technology for the first time even as it…
