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Samara Weaving to play Emma Frost in upcoming Marvel film

01

Sep

Entertainment

Samara Weaving to play Emma Frost in upcoming Marvel film

Australian actress Samara Weaving is finally a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). According to reports, Weaving has been cast in Marvel’s reboot of “The X-Men.” She will portray Emma Frost, a powerful telepath whose comic book history spans a dramatic redemption arc from supervillain to superhero. “The X-Men” will be directed by Jake Schreier, who oversaw last year’s “Thunderbolts.” This casting follows Marvel’s massive Hall H showcase at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. During the panel, the studio thrilled fans by introducing Ryan Gosling as the new Ghost Rider and announcing that “Alien: Romulus” star David…

Two killed in New York as knife-wielding woman goes on rampage at Times Square, shot dead by cops

01

Sep

By The Press Editor

World

Two killed in New York as knife-wielding woman goes on rampage at Times Square, shot dead by cops

New York: A knife-wielding woman killed one person and injured another in New York City's Times Square on Monday before being shot and killed by police, authorities said. Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed the deaths during a press conference and said the second victim was in stable condition in hospital. Local media reports said the woman was taken to hospital in critical condition following the police shooting, though authorities later confirmed her death. Police said they did not believe the stabbing was related to terrorism. An AFP journalist at the scene reported a heavy presence of emergency services, while officials examined…

Alex Cooper claps back at pregnancy troll

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

Alex Cooper claps back at pregnancy troll

Podcaster Alex Cooper has responded to an internet troll who told her to stop "complaining" about pregnancy, days after revealing that she had been diagnosed with gestational diabetes while expecting her first child with husband Matt Kaplan, as per reports. The 'Call Her Daddy' host shared a screenshot of a direct message she received from a social media user that read, "Don't complain about being pregnant. Your choice. Pregnancy can be hard. "Cooper sarcastically responded on her Instagram stories, writing, "'Pregnancy can be hard,' oh Chris tell me about your pregnancy I would love to hear babe! "She also…

Gautam Adani shares roadmap for Viksit Bharat, speaks on economic growth and New India’s aspirations

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Business

Gautam Adani shares roadmap for Viksit Bharat, speaks on economic growth and New India’s aspirations

Mumbai: Billionaire Gautam Adani on Monday (August 31) shared his vision for a 'Viksit Bharat' (developed India), while speaking as the chief guest at the CareEdge Ratings Infrastructure Landscape event. Adani spoke about India's economic growth and infrastructure development, outlining his dreams for new India. 'India needs wider lenses' Adani urged India's credit-rating agencies to adopt broader analytical frameworks for assessing infrastructure projects, arguing that conventional models can underestimate the economic and strategic value of large platforms that create new markets and industrial ecosystems. "Our roads are expanding at unprecedented speed. Our ports are transforming. Our airports are connecting more nations…

Punjab National Bank hosts AI Summit 2026, showcases cybersecurity hackathon and its future-ready banking vision

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Business

Punjab National Bank hosts AI Summit 2026, showcases cybersecurity hackathon and its future-ready banking vision

New Delhi: Punjab National Bank (PNB) successfully organised the PNB AI Summit 2026, bringing together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, academia, technology experts, fintech innovators, and cybersecurity professionals to deliberate on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence, Ǫuantum Technologies, and Cybersecurity in shaping the future of the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector. The two-day summit commenced with the inauguration by Debasish Prusty, Additional Secretary, DFS in the presence of Ashok Chandra, MD&CEO, PNB, Atul Kumar Goel, Chief Executive, IBA; JBV Reddy, Head QTC, National Ǫuantum Mission, Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India; Gulshan Rai, IS Advisor; and…

‘We have to go from endless war to the end of the war’: PM Modi tells Putin on sidelines of SCO Summit

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

‘We have to go from endless war to the end of the war’: PM Modi tells Putin on sidelines of SCO Summit

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday held talks in Kyrgyzstan's Bishkek on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, with their meeting coming amid major geopolitical developments and growing concerns over global energy security. The two leaders met at the Aksakal Meeting Room at the Bishkek Ala Archa State Residence, according to Russian state-run news agency TASS. Putin was accompanied by a delegation comprising senior Russian officials, including ministers. The meeting began on a warm note as PM Modi and Putin exchanged a hug before entering into discussions. The Russian president said…

10 baby names inspired by spring flowers

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

10 baby names inspired by spring flowers

Flower-inspired baby names can offer more than a connection to a particular plant. They can evoke ideas of growth, renewal, colour and the arrival of a new season. Whether parents prefer a traditional floral name or a less obvious choice inspired by flowering trees and plants, spring provides plenty of natural inspiration. These names combine botanical associations with distinctive meanings and sounds, giving parents a range of options to consider when choosing a name that reflects the beauty and renewal of spring. (All Image Credits: Canva)

Congress on Friday issued a whip to its MPs in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, asking them to be present in their respective Houses on August 10, 11 and 12 as “very important” issues will be taken up for discussion.

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Politics

Congress on Friday issued a whip to its MPs in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, asking them to be present in their respective Houses on August 10, 11 and 12 as “very important” issues will be taken up for discussion.

The Congress on Friday issued a whip to its MPs in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, asking them to be present in their respective Houses on August 10, 11 and 12 as "very important" issues will be taken up for discussion. The Congress has also conveyed to all INDIA bloc allies to ensure that their MPs remain present on the three days, sources said.The issuance of the whip comes amid reports that the contentious FCRA amendment bill will be taken up for discussion and passage in Parliament next week. There is also talk of the Constitution Amendment…

Sensex drops 307.24 points to settle at 76,957.27, Nifty falls 95.25 points as US-Iran tensions escalate

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

Business

Sensex drops 307.24 points to settle at 76,957.27, Nifty falls 95.25 points as US-Iran tensions escalate

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower as escalating tensions between the US and Iran have kept investors on edge. The 30-share BSE Sensex closed 307.24 points or 0.40 per cent lower at 76,957.27. During the day, the benchmark hit a high of 77,177.27 and a low of 76,751.32, gyrating 425.95 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 95.25 points or 0.39 per cent to end the session at 24,080.40. Similarly, the broader market ended the session in the red. While the BSE MidCap Select Index dropped 22.55 points or 0.12 per cent, the BSE SmallCap Select Index ended with a…

Will Bangladesh join the Mecca Pact? State Foreign Minister’s hint sparks fresh debate over Dhaka’s next move

31

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Will Bangladesh join the Mecca Pact? State Foreign Minister’s hint sparks fresh debate over Dhaka’s next move

Dhaka: Bangladesh has indicated that it sees no immediate obstacle to joining the 'Makkah Joint Defence Agreement', a security pact currently involving Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye. Dhaka's latest remarks have strengthened speculation that Bangladesh could consider becoming part of the arrangement if it receives an invitation. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir said Bangladesh's participation in the pact would not necessarily limit its relations or cooperation with other countries. He described the agreement as a development that could open up "new opportunities" while stressing that Dhaka's foreign policy would continue to remain flexible. Kobir made the remarks during…