Author: Justin M. Larson

The Central Board of Film Certification impacts Indian cinema. Its decisions spark debates about artistic freedom. Recent films like Dhadak 2 faced edits. Udta Punjab fought censorship. L2: Empuraan made voluntary cuts. International films also face hurdles. Singham Again modified religious references. Punjab ’95 remains unreleased. Emergency faced delays. Balancing sensitivity and creativity is a key issue. In the ever-evolving landscape of Indian cinema, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) remains a formidable force, often dictating the final version of films that reach the audience. While the board’s mandate is to ensure content aligns with societal norms and sensitivities,…

BBCTracey MeechanTracey Meechan’s pain from an ovarian cyst is so severe she can’t bend over – she relies on her children to help her put her shoes and socks on.Every day the 41-year-old wakes up and wonders if any new symptoms are going to appear.She has been on an “urgent” NHS waiting list for surgery for 100 weeks and now feels “forgotten”.As the latest NHS Scotland waiting times data is due to be published, Mrs Meechan told BBC Scotland News that the wait for treatment has affected every part of her life.’It’s a drudge’She said: “I can’t live my life…

A Royal Basmati Rice bag has been transformed into a $1,950 coat, sparking social media frenzy. Spotted in a US store, the ‘one-of-a-kind’ garment highlights the trend of Western designers drawing inspiration from Indian utility items. The upcycled coat, complete with the original rice weight, prompts humorous reactions and questions about fashion’s boundaries. In a world where fashion is constantly trying to out-weird itself, Western designers seem to have turned their curious eyes to India, not for its intricate embroidery or regal silks, but for utility items. Yes, the same jhola you carried sabzi in? That’s runway material now. Remember…

Watch the highlights as Livingston come from two goals down in Dingwall to beat Ross County 4-2 on the night and 5-3 on aggregate in the Scottish Premiership play-off final. Source link

Toyota has announced that its GR Supra is available in two new high-performance versions: the limited edition A90 Final Edition and the Lightweight EVO, now available to order in Europe. The A90 Final Edition, the ultimate embodiment of the current generation, benefits from an additional 101 horsepower, 71 Nm of extra torque, aerodynamic enhancements and a race-inspired KW suspension. The Lightweight EVO, which has been lightened and optimized, offers a more direct driving experience thanks to improvements to the chassis, brakes, and aerodynamics. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing is thus continuing its approach of continuous improvement based on racing experience.Copyright (c) 2025…

A newer COVID-19 subvariant, NB.1.8.1, has been making headlines as it shows signs of spreading more widely. Like other recent strains, it’s a descendant of the Omicron family, and early data suggests it may be more transmissible but not necessarily more severe.NB.1.8.1 is a new strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. It’s been identified as a subvariant of Omicron, the strain that has been dominant in recent waves. While it’s not classified as a “variant of concern” by the World Health Organization, health authorities are keeping a close eye on it due to its rapid spread and potential…

Gold may fall further on easing trade tensions following President Trump delaying the European tariff to July 9. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold rates have been fluctuating in the last few weeks and no clear upside or downside is obvious. Global events, such as Donald Trump’s tariff moves and geopolitical conflicts are shaping the movement of gold prices on a daily basis. In such uncertain scenarios, what should investors do? What’s the outlook on gold prices in the near term? Praveen Singh, Senior Fundamental Research Analyst- Currencies and Commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan shares his views:Gold Performance:Spot gold…

‘Kajra Re’ featuring Amitabh, Abhishek, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from ‘Bunty Aur Babli’ has been the dance anthem for decades. From the unforgettable beats to the stunning choreography, the song has been deemed simply iconic. While the irresistible grooving is a human nature when one hears the song, age certainly cannot be a barrier to it.An elderly woman danced to ‘Kajra Re’An Instagram video has been going viral, where an elderly woman has been vibing to the beats of Aishwarya Rai’s song, ‘Kajra Re.’ The video has bagged views and likes in millions and around comments in thousands.In the mehendi…

Gavin KermackBBC News, West MidlandsAllison Gardner spoke through tears as she described her experiences in a Westminster Hall debateAn MP has described the “debilitating and excruciating” experience of living with a chronic urinary tract infection (UTI).Allison Gardner, the Labour MP for Stoke-on-Trent South, made an emotional speech in a Westminster Hall debate on the condition, which she said had at one point led her to consider having her bladder removed.Speaking through tears, Gardner called for better recognition of and treatment for chronic UTIs.”I do believe that this is yet another case in point of how women’s medical conditions continue to…

Photo: marina__neuralean/ Instagram Personality tests are of different types– they can be picture-based tests and based on which picture or element person chooses, they reveal a lot about their true traits, or they can be based on one’s physical features like forehead shape, etc. This particular personality test has eight pictures of different types of sun and based on which one a person picks, it claims to decode their personality and their true feeling. This test was initially shared by @marina__neuralean on social media, and it got much traction.So, ready to take this test and find out more about yourself?…

Manchester United will swiftly attempt to address their disastrous campaign under Ruben Amorim, and Erik ten Hag before him, by revamping the squad in the summer transfer window. Clubs can officially buy and sell players from Sunday, with United expected to try and conclude deals as quickly as possible to get them up to speed before next season. Here, Express Sport has taken a look at four moves that could be completed this week as the Red Devils look to make a drastic overhaul.Marcus RashfordMarcus Rashford is very likely to depart Old Trafford after his public falling-out with Amorim earlier…

Google’s traditional search business is transforming for the AI era. Last week’s roll-out of AI Mode in the U.S. enables people to replace the traditional search engine results page with one that more closely resembles an AI chatbot. It’s a far cry from the days of 10 blue links. “We are certainly far beyond those days,” said Dan Taylor, vp of global ads at Google, on the latest Digiday Podcast episode. “I’ve been at Google for 19 years, and as the ways that people search has evolved, Google has evolved search along with it. And we think that AI Overviews…

Shreyas Iyer and Preity Zinta Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta says she doesn’t have enough words to praise their “captain fantastic” Shreyas Iyer, who has led the Mohali-based franchise by example. Punjab Kings have qualified for the IPL playoffs for the first time in eleven years.”We are lucky that we have Shreyas Iyer,” Preity Zinta told the broadcasters after Punjab Kings’ thumping seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in Jaipur on Tuesday. “He has been a fantastic captain and is a great leader. And Ricky Ponting as a coach, their combination has done wonders for us,” she said.Punjab Kings will play…

A chronic housing slowdown and high youth unemployment rate have made China more vulnerable than it was in President Trump’s first term. Source link

Tom Cruise continues his action-packed run at the Indian box office with Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, which has crossed the Rs 75 crore mark after ten days in cinemas.The film, touted as Cruise’s final outing in the iconic spy franchise, has seen a strong response from Indian audiences, particularly in its opening weekend. It raked in Rs 33.5 crore in its first two days and maintained momentum to close its first week at Rs 54.4 crore.While collections dipped slightly on Day 7 with earnings of Rs 3.9 crore, the second weekend brought renewed energy. The film grossed approximately…

Getty ImagesWomen with very dense breasts should be offered additional scans as part of the UK’s NHS breast screening programme to help detect more cancers and save lives, researchers say.A Cambridge University-led study of more than 9,000 women found using different scans from traditional mammograms could treble the number of cancers detected in this group of women.Around one in 10 women have very dense breasts and they have a higher risk of developing breast cancer, however cancers are harder to spot in dense breasts because of the way mammograms (breast x-rays) work.This is because they look whiter on the x-rays,…

Magnesium supplementation, as highlighted by Dr. Eric Berg DC, can yield noticeable health benefits within two weeks. It stabilizes blood sugar, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves sleep quality. Furthermore, magnesium alleviates muscle cramps, boosts energy levels, and supports heart health by regulating blood pressure and heart rhythm. Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 bodily functions, and yet its importance is often overlooked. An estimated 15-20% of the population in developed countries has a magnesium deficiency. While a diet rich in leafy greens, nuts, and whole grains can help maintain healthy magnesium levels in the body, supplements…

A decade after the arrests of seven of its senior officials on corruption charges, Fifa is “arguably more poorly governed today than it was 10 years ago”, figures from across the world of football have argued in an open letter to the organisation.The anniversary of the arrests at the Baur au Lac hotel in Geneva has prompted ­non-­governmental organisations, legal figures, ­academics and supporter groups to call on Fifa to “address the key structural flaws” at the root of many of its ­governance problems, “most notably the deeply problematic power dynamic between the organisation’s executive branch and its member associations”.The…

The GR Supra A90 Final Edition is the last hurrah for the current generation of the sports car. A revised suspension, upgraded brakes, and carbon fiber add to the final edition’s appeal. The Lightweight Evo adds aero and chassis improvements with a 382 hp turbocharged engine. Update: Toyota has dropped the final details and an array of photos for the two final editions of the GR Supra for the European market named the A90 Final Edition and the Lightweight Evo. We’ve updated the story with all the latest information. The Toyota GR Supra is almost ready to say goodbye, but…

Market analysts anticipate continued upward momentum in Indian markets. (AI image) Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Tuesday. While Nifty50 went below 25,000, BSE Sensex was trading below 81,800. At 9:16 AM, Nifty50 was at 24,889.55, down 112 points or 0.45%. BSE Sensex was at 81,794.79, down 382 points or 0.46%.Market analysts anticipate continued upward momentum in Indian markets, supported by robust domestic fundamentals and favourable global market conditions.VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited says, “In the near-term the market is likely to consolidate around the current levels.…

Asian shares traded mostly lower in a narrow range on Tuesday following a muted session, with US markets closed for the Memorial Day holiday. US futures were flat, while oil prices dipped ahead of key economic data releases, including consumer confidence and housing prices, due later in the day. In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 slipped 0.2% to 37,451.60 after Bank of Japan governor Kazuo Ueda signaled a potential interest rate hike in the coming months amid rising inflation. Ueda pointed to soaring food costs—highlighting that rice prices have doubled over the past year—and noted that Japan’s inflation is now outpacing…

Be it independent releases, Bollywood songs, or music composition, you name it, and Himesh Reshammiya has done it. In addition to music, he has tried his hand at acting as well, and though his cinematography’s list is not long, he never missed a chance to entertain fans. Besides offering his fans a dose of entertainment, Himesh often finds himself embroiled in one controversy or the other controversy. In his recent interview, Himesh spoke about the music industry, different artists, and much more.Himesh Reshammiya shares words of appreciation for Arijit Singh, Sonu NigamWhile talking to Raj Shamani, Himesh lauded versatile singers…

Mosquitoes should be given malaria drugs to clear their infection so they can no longer spread the disease, say US researchers.Malaria parasites, which kill nearly 600,000 people a year, mostly children, are spread by female mosquitoes when they drink blood.Current efforts aim to kill mosquitoes with insecticide rather than curing them of malaria.But a team at Harvard University has found a pair of drugs which can successfully rid the insects of malaria when absorbed through their legs. Coating bed nets in the drug cocktail is the long-term aim.Sleeping under a bed net has been one of the most successful ways…

Birds aren’t just beautiful and great feathered companions, but they can also be intelligent and brilliant mimics! Some birds are known to have an incredible ability to copy human speech and even understand simple meanings– here we list some of them: Source link