A big crowd moves through a vast maze of books at the 22nd National Book Fair, currently underway at Balrampur Gardens. The fair has 120 stalls with 61 publishers from across India presenting thousands of books in various genres. From worldwide bestsellers to new authors, every visitor leaves with books at discounted rates. (L) Manoj…
Most of North India, and the national capital New Delhi in particular, is battling a severe pollution crisis with the AQI relentlessly reaching dangerous levels. Since not everyone has the option to relocate to another city for a few weeks, air purifiers come to the rescue. Air purifiers clean indoor air by trapping dust, pollen,…
Sharmila Tagore balanced a thriving acting career with family life in the 1970s, while Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi embraced the role of stay-at-home parent. Soha Ali Khan recalls this arrangement as normal, despite Sharmila’s frequent work absences. While Saif Ali Khan initially struggled with her absence, Sharmila later became more involved, acknowledging both her efforts…
India-Oman CEPA to boost trade, MSME exports, energy security: Bank of Baroda economist New Delhi [India], December 21 (ANI): India has taken another significant step towards deepening its integration with global supply chains by signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman, a move expected to expand bilateral trade, strengthen MSME-led exports and enhance…
Every solid portfolio begins with one core equity fund that can quietly do the heavy lifting for years. (AI image) You don’t need 15 funds; 4–6 well-chosen ones are enough for most investors.The most common portfolio problem I see these days is not “too little choice”. It’s a fridge stuffed with leftovers.Open a typical investor’s…
Ground staff place covers on the wicket as rain falls during the fourth match in the T20I series. (Getty Images) Persistent rain had the final say at Saxton Oval in Nelson on Monday, forcing the abandonment of the fourth Twenty20 international between New Zealand and the West Indies after just 6.3 overs of play.Go Beyond…
Prithvi Shaw (Video grab) NEW DELHI: Prithvi Shaw announced his arrival for Maharashtra in emphatic style, scoring a century on debut against Chhattisgarh in the Buchi Babu Tournament 2025 in Chennai on Tuesday. The right-hander, who recently switched from Mumbai after a turbulent phase in his career, showcased glimpses of the prodigy once hailed as…
Patrick Mouratoglou with Serena Williams (X-Tennis Letter) Patrick Mouratoglou, the acclaimed French tennis coach, spoke to The Guardian about his experiences with some of the sport’s biggest names, including Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka, and the challenges posed by rising stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Mouratoglou first gained international attention guiding Marcos Baghdatis to the…
In a thrilling comeback, Prabhas reclaims his title as Baahubali in a newly crafted saga that cements his status as a pan-India sensation. After overcoming his previous uncertainties regarding grand-scale filmmaking, he now embraces an array of exciting ventures such as ‘Raja Saab’, ‘Spirit’, and sequels to ‘Salaar’ and ‘Kalki’, with ‘Fauji’ also making waves…
Hrithik Roshan’s ‘War 2’ has earned ₹204.25 crore, becoming his fifth-biggest Hindi hit, surpassing ‘Super 30’. Despite this milestone, the film’s performance has received mixed reactions, falling short of expectations given its connection to the Spy Universe and the success of the original ‘War’. ‘Coolie’ has shown stronger momentum, particularly in mass circuits. Hrithik Roshan’s…