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Aug

Entertainment

Madhavan slams ‘propaganda’ label on ‘Dhurandhar’ franchise

Despite massive commercial success, Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’ and its sequel ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ sparked fierce debate, with critics labelling the action thrillers as pro-government propaganda that allegedly attempted to whitewash the establishment’s missteps. Responding to the negative reactions, R Madhavan, who played a pivotal role in the film, questioned why it is wrong to be seen as Indian. “I don't understand how being an Indian can be seen as a wrong thing. What does it mean by ‘being overly Indian'? I don't know. Is it not okay to show myself as being ‘too Indian'? I don't know. That's…

Iran strikes Hormuz deal with Oman, hits back at Trump over threat to make Strait a US territory

16

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Iran strikes Hormuz deal with Oman, hits back at Trump over threat to make Strait a US territory

Tehran: Iran and Oman have struck deal over a safe route for vessels transiting through the critical Strait of Hormuz, as the former's conflict with the United States (US) continues to drag on. The development follows after President Donald Trump said Washington will declare the Hormuz a US territory. Although discussions with Oman are still underway over other issues, the arrangement for safe shipping was separate, reported Iran International citing foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei. However, Baghaei said the complete security in Hormuz could be restored because of the sanctions and the naval blockade imposed by the US. Baghaei's statement…

When children leave home, parents can feel lost too: 5 signs of ‘empty nest syndrome’ and how to cope

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

When children leave home, parents can feel lost too: 5 signs of ‘empty nest syndrome’ and how to cope

For years, a parent’s day can revolve around someone else’s schedule. Breakfast before school, forgotten lunch boxes, exam stress, late-night conversations, weekend plans and countless small responsibilities quietly become the rhythm of family life.Then, one day, the bedroom is empty.28 Jul 2026 | 16:26Which parenting tip from elders actually worked for you?The child may have left for college, moved to another city for work, got married or simply started living independently. While it is a milestone parents have spent years preparing for, the reality can feel surprisingly painful.This emotional transition is often described as “empty nest syndrome”- a period when…

WB CM’s approval mandatory for senior bureaucrat promotions

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Politics, States

WB CM’s approval mandatory for senior bureaucrat promotions

The West Bengal government has reiterated that the Chief Minister’s approval is mandatory for the promotion of senior state government officials to posts at Level-22 or above in the pay matrix. Nabanna, the state secretariat, has issued a directive to all state government departments, instructing them to strictly follow the existing rules governing such promotions. The Personnel and Administrative Reforms (P&AR) Department has made it clear that the prescribed procedure cannot be relaxed. According to the notification, under the West Bengal Services (Revision of Pay and Allowance) Rules, 2019 (ROPA 2019), all files relating to promotions to posts…

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

Internet made fame easy: Megan Thee Stallion

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion has said the internet has made it easier for artists to achieve fame without putting in the hard work, while confirming that her Tina Snow alter ego will return in her upcoming album "Act: III". Megan made the remarks while appearing on Michelle Obama's "IMO" podcast, where Obama's cohost Craig Robinson noted that Megan's mother was an artist who taught her how to be professional and conduct herself in the music business. Robinson contrasted that experience with artists today who "want the fame without the hard work that goes into it." "I mean, honestly,…

Another strong earthquake hits Indonesia’s Northern Sumatra hours after 7.7 tremor

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Another strong earthquake hits Indonesia’s Northern Sumatra hours after 7.7 tremor

Jakarta: Another strong earthquake of 6.8 magnitude hit Indonesia's northern Sumatra hours after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia early on Saturday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The early morning quake of 7.7 magnitude left at least 38 people dead, with authorities fearing that the count could rise. "Thirty-eight people have been confirmed dead, two were seriously injured, 11 sustained minor injuries, and approximately 2,000 people have evacuated on their own," National Disaster Mitigation Agency (NDMA) chief Suharyanto said at a press conference. The earthquake forced the Indonesian authorities to issue a tsunami alert, warning…

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman likely to visit India next week, why is it significant for Delhi-Dhaka ties?

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

World

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman likely to visit India next week, why is it significant for Delhi-Dhaka ties?

Dhaka: Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is likely to visit India between August 20 and 25, with actual dates for his India tour being discussed between Dhaka and New Delhi, reported The Daily Star quoting sources. The development follows after Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi met PM Narendra Modi on August 11. “Both sides have been interested in a bilateral visit, but the schedule was an issue. After weighing various schedules, the top officials of both countries have come close to a schedule between August 20 and 25,” The Daily Star reported quoting a top diplomatic source in…

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Entertainment

Rani Mukerji honoured at IFFM 2026 for excellence in acting

Rani Mukerji has been honoured at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) with a special citation recognising her excellence in acting, celebrating three decades of memorable characters and her enduring connection with audiences worldwide. The honour recognises her extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema and the impact of her work in taking Indian stories and characters to audiences across the world. One of Indian cinema's most accomplished and versatile performers, Mukerji attended the festival in a vibrant geranium-red monochrome co-ord set. She has built an illustrious career spanning diverse genres and brought to life some of the…

“Why wouldn’t he?”: Akshay Kumar says his son Aarav is working for Rs 4,500 while learning fashion; the parenting lesson Indian parents can take from it

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

“Why wouldn’t he?”: Akshay Kumar says his son Aarav is working for Rs 4,500 while learning fashion; the parenting lesson Indian parents can take from it

Akshay Kumar with his son Aarav. (Instagram/akshaykumar) For parents, it can be difficult to watch their children start small. We often want them to get the best job, earn a good salary and choose a career that looks successful from the beginning. But sometimes, children need the freedom to explore, make their own choices and learn by doing.Bollywood star Akshay Kumar recently shared an example from his own family. In a podcast conversation with Shubhankar Mishra, he said his son Aarav does not want to enter films. Instead, he is interested in fashion.28 Jul 2026 | 16:22How do you teach…

Trial court acquits Brij Bhushan Singh, WFI official in sexual harassment case

15

Aug

By The Press Editor

Nation, Politics

Trial court acquits Brij Bhushan Singh, WFI official in sexual harassment case

The Rouse Avenue Court has acquitted former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh and Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Assistant Secretary Vinod Tomar, stating that the sexual harassment accusations were fake and baseless. While announcing the verdict, Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Ashwini Panwar observed: “We cannot ask women to dream big when we don’t give them the confidence that when they seek justice, the system will stand with them.” “…The court also observed that the entire allegations against the accused are false and fabricated, made collectively at the instance of prosecution witnesses 5 and 10 and coaches of…