Norway’s giant wealth fund proposes cutting its US Treasury holdings sharply
The world's largest sovereign wealth fund has told Norway's government it wants to significantly reduce how much of America's debt it holds. It is a proposal rather than a done deal, but given the size of the fund making it, the mere…
How Africa just won a 450 year argument over the shape of the world
A map most people have never questioned just lost a vote at the United Nations. On Friday, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution backing a more accurate world map, one that finally shows Africa at something close to its true size,…
Why most Bigg Boss contestants, including winners, are forgotten the moment the season ends
Every year, without fail, the same cycle plays out. A new season of Bigg Boss launches with considerable fanfare, the house fills up with a carefully assembled mix of television actors, social media personalities, comedians and the…
What is the meaning of the Hindi word ‘barbarta’?
According to online dictionaries, the Hindi word बर्बरता (barbarta) means barbarism, savagery, brutality or cruelty. It describes behaviour or an act that is extremely violent, ruthless or uncivilised, often used for atrocities, inhumane…
Your children will Google or AI search you one day. What will they find?
There was a generation that lived privately. Their memories existed in photo albums, family stories, handwritten letters and fading conversations over dinner tables. Reputation travelled by word of mouth. Legacy survived through…
Sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan and sons receive engraved Grammy trophies for Dalai Lama collaboration
Renowned Indian classical sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, alongside his sons Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, have officially taken possession of their personalized, engraved Grammy Award trophies. The handcrafted awards,…
Priyanka Chopra unveils fierce first look as Mandakini in SS Rajamouli’s ‘Globetrotter’
The first look of Priyanka Chopra’s character, Mandakini, in SS Rajamouli’s much-anticipated film "Globetrotter" has been revealed to great fanfare. Priyanka appears fiercely commanding, dressed in a mustard yellow saree and wielding a gun,…
Biopic on ‘Missile Man’ Dr Abdul Kalam launched at Cannes with Dhanush in lead
National Award-winning actor Dhanush has been officially announced as the lead in a forthcoming biopic on Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, India’s revered former President and renowned aerospace scientist. The film, titled ‘Kalam: The Missile Man Of…
Stree on Screen
Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor is making headlines as she prepares to unveil the inaugural digital cover of Screen, a prominent film publication. The unveiling is a significant moment for both the publication and the actress, who is known…
Rahul Dravid returns to Rajasthan Royals as head coach ahead of IPL 2025
In a significant development for the Rajasthan Royals, former Indian cricket captain Rahul Dravid has been appointed as the head coach of the franchise on a multi-year contract. The announcement was made on September 6, 2024, marking…