Raaj Kumar called everyone ‘Jaani’ as it was his dog’s name, handling him was tougher than handling Amitabh Bachchan, recalls filmmaker

Often hailed as one of Indian cinema’s finest actors, Raaj Kumar was known not only for his powerful screen presence but also for his eccentric personality. His dialogues continue to be remembered till date. In a recent interview, filmmaker KC Bokadia recently shared some memories of working with the legendary actor. He revealed that handling…

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What is Iran’s ‘Hormuz Safe’, insurance platform for Strait of Hormuz shipping

Iran has reportedly launched a plan to ease the ongoing global shipping crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran’s state media, the country has launched a digital insurance platform, called “Hormuz Safe”, that will allow international commercial ships to pass through the blocked waterway after paying a premium settled entirely in cryptocurrency like…

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CSK’s ‘Arjuna’ who refuses to attack

Chennai Super Kings were 52 for two after the fifth over and Eshan Malinga came to bowl the last over of the powerplay. CSK needed to accelerate to put pressure on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and they needed their captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was on 5 off 7 balls to shift gears. Instead, Gaikwad slowed things…

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Big win for Gautam Adani as US Justice Department drops charges, closes securities and wire fraud case permanently

In a significant relief for Gautam Adani, the US Justice Department has withdrawn criminal charges and closed the securities and wire fraud against the billionaire businessman, according to a court filing cited by PTI.“The Department of Justice has reviewed this case and has decided, in its prosecutorial discretion, not to devote further resources to these…

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Bengaluru’s ‘My e-Khata, My Hakku’ campaign gets massive response; 2,939 applications received for property regularisation

In a recent update, Karnataka’s capital, Bengaluru is all set to digitise property ownership. The campaign has gained momentum, with the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) which has received 2,939 applications under the newly launched “My e-Khata, My Hakku” initiative. It is a part of the Karnataka government’s “Bhoo Guarantee” scheme aimed at simplifying property documentation….

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CM Vijay expresses solidarity with global Tamil diaspora on Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday expressed solidarity with the global Tamil diaspora on the occasion of Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day, pledging his administration’s continued support for their rights.In a social media post on ‘X’, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief wrote: “Let us hold the memories of Mullivaikkal in our hearts….

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Why travellers are paying more to feel fear, freedom and adrenaline; the rise of adventure tourism in India

Travel behaviour has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. While comfort, relaxation, and leisure continue to matter, many travellers are no longer satisfied with simply spending their vacations lounging around. Instead, they are increasingly seeking experiences that create lasting memories — moments that remain vivid long after the trip ends. People today want journeys…

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