MUMBAI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged banks to ensure that customers are able to get their work done in branches speaking in the local language. She also called upon banks to tweak HR policies to give weightage to local language proficiency during appraisals. She asked banks to restore the human connect in customer service,…
Amitabh Bachchan has spoken out after accidentally sharing and later deleting an AI-generated image on social media. In a heartfelt note on his blog, the veteran actor explained that he comes from a “village” background and always tries to do his best. Big B deleted the post After deleting the photo, Amitabh wrote, “There was…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said India needs large, world-class banks to support its expanding economy, adding that the government is in talks with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and lenders to build scale and strengthen the sector.Speaking at the 12th SBI Banking and Economics Conclave 2025, Sitharaman urged banks to deepen and…
Kamal Haasan’s 1987 classic ‘Nayakan’ has been re-released to a rapturous reception, marking a grand celebration for the actor’s 71st birthday. Fans flooded theaters, creating a festive atmosphere with crackers and milk anointing, reliving the 80s magic. The film’s enduring power was evident as audiences stood and applauded, with many moved to tears by an…
Our interactive election simulator— a game, not a poll or prediction—is closest you will come to being in the hot seat of an election without being a candidate.Ever wondered what you’d do in the hot seat in Patna? Our new Bihar Election Simulator lets you step into the shoes of Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav or…
The 1999 film Biwi No. 1 remains one of the most iconic and memorable comedies from David Dhawan‘s No. 1 series. The hilarious chemistry between Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen made it a massive blockbuster. However, an interesting piece of Bollywood trivia reveals that the film’s star-studded cast almost looked entirely different, with…
Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming film, ‘Jana Nayagan,’ has unveiled a powerful new poster featuring him amidst a massive, supportive crowd. Directed by H Vinoth, this political action entertainer, slated for a Pongal 2026 release, marks Vijay’s final acting venture before his political foray. Fans eagerly await the first single, rumored to be a dance number sung…
As Shah Rukh Khan’s 2007 blockbuster ‘Om Shanti Om’ returns to theatres, fans are reliving its magic, with videos of audiences dancing to its songs going viral online. While the nostalgia has everyone excited, not many remember the incredible effort that went into creating one of the film’s most iconic moments, the star-studded song ‘Deewangi…
When individuals open bank accounts, invest in mutual funds, or buy insurance, they are often asked to name a nominee. However, many people mistakenly assume that the nominee automatically inherits the assets. In reality, the nominee is not always the final recipient — the ownership rights belong to the legal heir, reported ET. Understanding the…
Ayushmann Khurrana revealed his warm bond with Varun Dhawan, despite their on-screen rivalry in ‘Thamma’. Having debuted in the same year, their friendship blossomed through industry events and personal outings. Ayushmann felt like an insider to the horror-comedy franchise even before ‘Thamma’, thanks to his connections with Varun, Rajkummar Rao, and director Amar Kaushik, highlighting…
