THIS actor replaced Ajay Devgn in film with Karisma Kapoor and Shilpa Shetty, delivered a blockbuster—then vanished from the director’s life for 20 years |

Before achieving stardom, Akshay Kumar faced numerous failures until Suneel Darshan offered him ‘Jaanwar,’ a role initially intended for Ajay Devgn. Darshan recognized Kumar’s potential despite industry doubts, leading to a successful collaboration of seven films. However, their close bond eventually faded as Kumar’s career evolved, resulting in a separation after years of partnership. Before…

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‘They don’t care’: Trump says he will ‘substantially’ raise US tariff on India for buying Russian oil

US President Donald Trump on Monday criticised India for continuing to purchase Russian oil, accusing New Delhi of profiting from the war in Ukraine and warning that it will face a “substantial” increase in tariffs.In a post on Truth Social, the US President accused New Delhi of indifference to the conflict in Ukraine, stating: “India…

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VinFast sets up Chennai showroom: Vietnamese EV maker’s biggest outlet in India; targets 35 across nation by year-end

VinFast in Chennai with its biggest showroom in India (Credit: VinFast Fb account) VinFast Auto India, a Vietnamese electric vehicle company, opened its largest retail outlet in Chennai, marking its second showroom in the country, as announced by a company representative, quoted by news agency PTI.The 4,700 sq ft showroom, situated in Teynampet, represents the…

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‘A for Akhilesh, D for Dimple, M for Mulayam’: SP neta teaches political slogans to students at ‘PDA Pathshala’; booked | Lucknow News

LUCKNOW: A case was registered against Samajwadi Party (SP) functionary Farhad Alam for allegedly operating an illegal ‘PDA Pathshala’ (school) in Saharanpur and teaching children political slogans in place of standard educational content. The FIR, filed at Dehat Kotwali police station, came after a complaint was lodged by a local youth, Maan Singh. Akhilesh Yadav…

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TOI Ecopreneur Honours 2025: IFFCO MD Dr Udai Shanker Awasthi calls for sustainable agriculture and youth action | India News

At the TOI Ecopreneur Honours 2025 held on Monday, Dr Udai Shanker Awasthi, Managing Director of the Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO), emphasised the urgent need for sustainable agriculture and environmental responsibility.Speaking during his keynote address, Dr Awasthi urged India’s youth and eco-entrepreneurs to lead the way in developing solutions that balance growth with environmental…

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Countering Trump’s 25% tariff impact on India: Modi government wants exporters to build & promote homegrown brands; ‘it is important to…’

The United States has implemented a uniform 25% duty on all goods originating from India, taking effect August 7. (AI image) Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on India: The Narendra Modi government is urging exporters to develop and market domestic brands as a response to the 25% by the Donald Trump administration. Additionally, it has requested…

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Boeing defence workers strike for first time in nearly 30 years: 32k machinists reject revised wage, retirement offer; last walkout was in 1996, lasted 99 days

In an unprecedented move, Boeing Co.’s defence workers in St. Louis have initiated their first strike in nearly 30 years after rejecting the company’s revised contract proposal.Approximately 3,200 machinists ceased work at midnight following their rejection of an offer featuring a 20% wage increase and enhanced retirement benefits. The last strike action occurred in 1996,…

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