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DNPA (Digital News Publishers Association) Conclave 2026, set to take place on February 26 in New Delhi, will bring together policymakers, media leaders and industry experts for a dialogue on the rapidly evolving landscape of news, governance and digital innovation. As a key industry platform, the conclave will feature curated panel discussions and expert-led sessions…
After multiple delays, Prabhas starrer ‘The Raja Saab’ finally hit theatres on January 9, and drew massive crowd on its opening day. Prabhas’ fans packed cinema halls to witness the first-day-first-show celebrations. Several videos from inside the screenings quickly made their way onto social media, showing fans cheering loudly, tossing confetti, and erupting during key…
MUMBAI: Tiger Global and Microsoft will fully exit PhonePe as the Walmart-owned fintech gears up for a debut on Dalal Street in the coming months. The first Indian business from Walmart’s stable to go public, PhonePe is seeking to raise about Rs 12,000 crore ($1.3 billion) through an offer for sale (OFS). Walmart, which holds…
A Sikh teacher has challenged Quebec’s Bill 21 after the law required her to remove her turban and kirpan to work as a teacher. The legislation prohibits certain public sector employees in Canada from wearing visible religious symbols at work. The case is now before the Supreme Court of Canada and centres on whether it…
Satellite internet provider Starlink’s plans to roll out satellite communication services in India have hit a regulatory roadblock, with the government adopting a cautious approach to clearing its foreign direct investment (FDI) proposal amid rising national security concerns.People familiar with the matter said the FDI application of the Elon Musk-owned company is currently on hold…
Prepare for a delightful day of togetherness, filled with familial hugs and meaningful dialogues. Let your voice echo with compassion, nurturing connections around you. On the financial front, delightful news may pop up, yet tread carefully with your wallet. Give your eyes some relaxation and think twice before making any purchases. A rejuvenating stroll can…
AI image (Picture credit: OpenAI via ChatGPT) For thousands of Indian professionals and the companies that seek to hire them, the upcoming H-1B season for fiscal (FY) 2027, may prove to be the most uncertain in the program’s history, where higher wages improve selection odds, a $100,000 entry fee deters overseas hiring, and US consulates…
Zanai Bhosle paid an emotional tribute to her grandmother Asha Bhosle after her passing. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she thanked people for their love and respect, calling the legendary singer deserving of every honour. Sharing a funeral image, she expressed that Asha Bhosle lives on in everyone’s hearts and will always be remembered. Read…
Mumbai’s weeknight dance socials are reviving jive and other dance forms, fostering community and joy beyond polished performances. These beginner-friendly gatherings offer a wholesome atmosphere for participants to connect, de-stress, and dance for the sheer love of it, cutting across age groups and backgrounds. As the city unwinds after long workdays, Mumbai’s dance floors are…
Today, safe sequels and massive action franchises are a norm in Bollywood, but director Kunal Kohli is looking back at a time when Bollywood took much bigger risks. Reflecting on his 2006 masterpiece ‘Fanaa’, in a recent interview, Kohli lamented that modern filmmakers and stars are increasingly “shying away” from the kind of bold, tragic…
