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Arundhati Roy (File photos) NEW DELHI: Author Arundhati Roy has announced that she will not attend the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), where a film she wrote nearly four decades ago is scheduled to be screened in the festival’s Classics section. Roy’s screenplay In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones, written 38 years ago, was…
(Photo credit- AP) The TOI correspondent from Washington: A $29 million award to the family of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year old student from India who was killed in a road accident in Seattle on a cold night in January 2023, will not bring her back to life. But in a gracious gesture and empathetic language…
A terrifying midnight elephant attack in Hazaribag’s Gondwar village claimed six lives, with survivors recounting harrowing escapes. Rohit Ram described elephants smashing doors and attempting to grab him, while Babulal Hembrom credited courageous youths for diverting the enraged herd. Villagers suspect shrinking forests and habitat intrusion fuel this unprecedented aggression, prompting increased forest patrols and…
New Delhi: More than 75% of state real estate regulators, Reras, have either never published annual reports, discontinued their publication or not updated them despite statutory obligation and directions from the housing and urban affairs ministry, claimed homebuyers’ body FPCE on Friday. It released status report of 21 Reras as of Feb 13.The availability of…
United States’ Nosthush Kenjige celebrates the wicket of Netherlands’ Michael Levitt during the T20 World Cup cricket match between Netherlands and United States in Chennai, India, Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. (AP) The United States secured a 93-run win over the Netherlands in a group-stage match of the T20 World Cup on Friday, riding on Saiteja…
Pell Grant Access Expands Under New FAFSA The U.S. Department of Education has reported major improvements in the rollout and performance of the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), citing higher student satisfaction rates, faster customer support response times and the earliest launch of the form on record.According to a report by K-12…
The family of James Van Der Beek received a wave of public love a day after the actor’s death, as his wife reshared a tender cover of the Dawson’s Creek theme song. The actor, who played Dawson Leery, died at 48 on Wednesday, February 11, from complications related to stage 3 colon cancer. By Thursday,…
Sometimes even a small act of wisdom can yield a profound impact. It often happens that while booking a train or a flight ticket we ignore the insurance checkbox. But one man’s wisdom while booking a rail ticket provided the much needed support to his family after his death.This event dates back to 2020 when…
In an age where privacy is increasingly fragile, Priyanka Chopra Jonas has drawn a clear line when it comes to protecting her daughter, Malti Marie. The global star, who is used to living under constant public scrutiny, says motherhood has reshaped her priorities — especially when it comes to safety and boundaries.In a recent interview…
Scorpios, today is the day to channel your fearless spirit as Mars propels you towards adventurous pursuits and spontaneous outings. Just be mindful of your temper in personal interactions to keep the peace. In the workplace, your drive is an asset, yet success depends on collaboration. Watch your wallet—avoid rash purchases, especially with big-ticket items…
