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Ravindra Jadeja in London (Pic credit: Jadeja’s Insta post) Team India has touched down in London ahead of their much-anticipated five-match Test series against England, starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. The tour marks the beginning of a new era, with Shubman Gill set to lead the national team in the longest format for the first time.Amid the buzz, star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja gave fans a glimpse into his downtime in the English capital. The 36-year-old shared a series of stylish photos on his official social media accounts, posing against iconic London backdrops. Go Beyond The Boundary with our…

Aamir Khan and his co-actors in Sitaare Zameen Par In the history of the Indian box office, it has often been noticed that many times an underdog shines beautifully, while a highly anticipated film bites the dust. This world of commercial success is very volatile, and it isn’t easy to predict which movie will work or tank at the box office. Even when Mr. Perfectionist, Aamir Khan, while promoting his upcoming next ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ confessed to having no idea about the box office success of the movie. Aamir Khan on ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ box officeIn his conversation with Galatta…

Shazahn Padamsee, known for her role in Housefull 2, has married her longtime partner, Ashish Kanakia, in a pastel-themed wedding. The couple shared glimpses of their special day on Instagram, showcasing their coordinated ivory and blush pink outfits. The celebrations included traditional rituals and a reception in Mumbai, attended by friends and family. Actor Shazahn Padamsee, best remembered for her role in Housefull 2, is now officially off the market! The actress tied the knot with longtime partner Ashish Kanakia in a beautiful ceremony that was nothing short of a pastel fairytale. The couple took to Instagram to share heartwarming…

Protests against IED raids in LA The Donald Trump administration stepped up to deal with the protests in Los Angeles over immigration enforcement raids that entered a volatile phase this weekend. The federal government took over the California national guard and deployed 2,000 soldiers.The move came after US President Donald Trump criticised California officials including governor Gavin Newsom and threatened federal action.ICE reported 118 arrests as part of operations that began Friday, including at a warehouse in the downtown fashion district. Authorities allege the employer used false documents for some workers. Demonstrators have accused ICE and other agencies of using…

(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Entrepreneur and social media influencer Diya Krishna, daughter of actor G Krishnakumar, has come forward with an emotional account of betrayal by her former staff members. What began as an internal investigation into financial irregularities has now spiraled into a legal battle involving serious allegations of fraud, extortion, and breach of trust — all while Diya is eight months pregnant.Betrayal during pregnancySpeaking to Manorama News, a Diya revealed that three trusted employees orchestrated a major financial scam while she was away from her boutique due to pregnancy-related health issues. Diya, who managed all store operations herself until…

Ricky Ponting and Preity Zinta in IPL 2025 (Image via X/@mufaddal_vohra) Punjab Kings fell short of the ultimate prize in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League by the finest of margins. PBKS lost by six runs in the IPL final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru as Rajat Patidar’s RCB claimed their first-ever crown. While Punjab, led by Shreyas Iyer were also in the quest for a maiden crown, it was their rivals that prevailed. Despite the heartbreak in the final, PBKS coach Ricky Ponting attracted praise for his managerial prowess and the relationship he formed with the members of…

In addition to being an annoyance for your home during the rainy season, rats and rodents can cause a number of health problems, the majority of which are fatal. The recent deaths in the US from hantavirus, which affects your organs, have sparked a conversation about a number of diseases that rats can cause. In addition, a variety of bacterial and viral illnesses are spread by house rats and other rodents. Among them are:Bubonic plagueThe bubonic plague, also known as the “Black Plague,” and its variations are among the most historically devastating rat-borne illnesses. When human beings are bitten by…

RCB skipper Rajat Patidar broke tradition for Virat Kohli after the IPL triumph (Image via X/@IPL & CricCrazyJohns) Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their first Indian Premier League title defeating Punjab Kings by six runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3. The high-octane clash saw RCB clinch the win in emphatic fashion after successfully defending 190 against Shreyas Iyer and Co.Following the win, a viral, a viral moment captured attention during the trophy celebrations as captain Rajat Patidar broke tradition. The RCB skipper had earlier dedicated the iconic win to their loyal talisman Virat Kohli, who led…

Celebrity fitness trainer Vinod Channa reveals the secrets to age-defying looks, inspired by Shilpa Shetty Kundra and John Abraham. He emphasizes a balanced diet rich in protein, complex carbohydrates, fiber, essential fats, and fruits. Avoiding processed foods, sugary drinks, and alcohol, along with practicing mindful eating, are crucial for youthful skin and overall vitality. Ever wondered how most of the movie stars manage to age gracefully? Some even look half their age? No, we are not talking about any of the cosmetic procedures or expensive skin treatments. Sure, some do turn to those options, and there’s nothing wrong with that…

Smith, who turned 36 last week, stayed away from cricket for three months till very recently Source link

Virat Kohli with the IPL trophy. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Even as Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifted their maiden Indian Premier League title in 2025, ending a nearly two-decade-long wait, it was Virat Kohli’s post-match words that sparked conversations far beyond the boundary ropes.Following RCB’s six-run win over Punjab Kings in a gripping final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, an emotional Kohli stole the spotlight — not just for the tears, the turf kiss, or his long-awaited hands on the trophy — but for a quote that now has fans wondering: Was Virat Kohli targeting someone?Go Beyond The…

Elon Musk and Donald Trump (File photo) The leader of al-Qaeda’s Yemen branch has issued threats against US President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, marking his first public appearance since taking control of the group in 2024.In a half-hour video released online early Saturday by al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) supporters, Saad bin Atef al-Awlaki called for retaliatory attacks and urged lone-wolf militants to assassinate leaders in Egypt, Jordan, and Gulf Arab nations over their roles in the conflict, which he described as devastating to Palestinians in Gaza.The video featured…

NEW DELHI: Election Commission officials on Saturday slammed LoP Rahul Gandhi for accusing the poll panel of “fixing” Maharashtra polls, saying that the “absurd” allegations – dismissed in a letter to Congress dated Dec 24, 2024 – not only “demotivate” lakhs of govt staff who work untiringly to deliver transparent elections but also “bring into disrepute” party’s own representatives from the polling station to constituency level.”Any misinformation being spread is a sign of disrespect towards the law. After an unfavourable verdict, trying to defame EC by saying it is compromised, is completely absurd,” an EC functionary told TOI.Also read: ‘Maharashtra…

Miley Cyrus, the ‘Hannah Montana’ star, used to disguise her clothes as high-end vintage to hide the cost of drugs from her accountant while she was making her 2015 album, ‘Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz’.Miley Cyrus gets candid about drugsIn an interview with The Ringer’s Every Single Album podcast, Miley revealed that drugs were a ‘super important’ part of the creative process, but came at the biggest cost. “The drugs were the biggest cost. To hide those from my accountant, we called them ‘vintage clothes.’ And so she would get these checks of thousands of dollars’ worth of vintage…

NEW DELHI: The railways did not just face the tough challenge of terrain and geology to construct the world’s highest cable-supported single-arch bridge on the Chenab river, it also fought a long legal battle, with a host of PILs filed in courts challenging alignment, cost and faulty methodology, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the Katra-Banihal section project for around eight years.Since 2008-09, cases were being filed in courts. Though work on this Kashmir rail-link section was going on, it became extremely sluggish for around two years, Northern Railway officials recalled. The PILs challenged the “alignment, faulty methodology and cost”…

Eat Just CEO Josh Tetrick says the company is growing ‘five times faster’ today than last year on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ Nearly 2 million egg cartons have been recalled across the country after being linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 79 people, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Of the 79 who became sick after eating the eggs, 21 were hospitalized. The August Egg Company of Hilmar, California, on Friday decided to voluntarily recall 1.7 million cartons of a dozen brown cage-free and brown certified organic eggs distributed…

We all know Shah Rukh Khan is a charmer who knows how to make an everlasting impression with his mere presence. However, did you know that Netflix’s CEO, Ted Sarandos, was captivated by his charisma and humility? In a recent interview, Ted opened up about his equation with SRK and talked about the fun time he had with him.Ted Sarandos on his bond with Shah Rukh KhanIn his recent interaction with Nikhil Kamath, Ted was asked to name his favorite Indian celebrity, and he named Shah Rukh Khan. For the unversed, in 2018, Shah Rukh Khan was one of the…

What’s the difference between push-ups and pull-ups?Two of the most popular upper body workouts you’ll find at a gym or training program are push-ups and pull-ups. Probably one of the most popular exercises is the push-up. Similar to pull-ups, push-ups are very easy workouts that can be performed (nearly) anyplace and work a variety of muscle groups. You train with your own body weight for the basic exercises, so all you need is yourself. In addition to push-ups, pull-ups are also quite popular and beneficial to your health. Another name for it is a “bodyweight exercise”.The primary distinction between them?…

Research into faster drug treatments and longer-lasting batteries will form part of the £86bn science and technology funding due to be unveiled in the government’s spending review next week.On Wednesday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil how much taxpayer money each government department will get. Each region in England will be handed up to £500m to spend on science and technology projects of their choice, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) says.In Liverpool, the funding is being earmarked to speed up the development of new drug treatments, while in South Wales, it will fund longer-lasting microchips for smartphones and…

BENGALURU: Karnataka govt tasked retired high court judge John Michael D’Cunha with submitting a report within a month on the June 4 stampede outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that killed 11 and wounded over 75 during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory celebrations, officials said Saturday.A govt notification on June 5 directed Justice D’Cunha – who gained national prominence in 2014 for convicting former Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa in a disproportionate assets case – to give priority to the stampede probe. He already heads inquiries into the pandemic medical procurement scam and oxygen-related deaths at Chamarajanagar hospital in Karnataka.His one-member commission -…

Law enforcement was captured on video using tear gas to push back anti-ICE protesters trying to break into a federal building in Los Angeles. (Credit: Reuters) The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Saturday it will relocate its regional office from Los Angeles due to the city’s lack of cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In response to an X post Friday by Mayor Karen Bass, SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler said the agency will “immediately” be moving out of the L.A. area.”Los Angeles is openly refusing to cooperate with ICE – siding with illegal aliens over American citizens and…

NEW DELHI: India recorded four fresh fatalities in Covid patients on Saturday, including that of a full-term pregnant woman from Madhya Pradesh. Govt update stated that the deceased woman suffered from seizures during delivery and later it was found that she was Covid positive.Maharashtra, which has recorded 17 deaths in Covid patients over the last few weeks – the highest for any state – reported one more death taking the toll in the state to 18. Kerala also reported a Covid death in a cancer patient, taking the state’s toll to 12. The fourth death was recorded in Tamil Nadu.With…

TITUSVILLE (FLORIDA): Each astronaut aboard the Axiom- mission (Ax-4), including India’s Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, is contributing to a first-of-its-kind medical study – an experiment called Suite Ride – that could redefine who gets to go to space. While TOI broke this story in March, more details have now emerged from an exclusive interview with Mohammad Fityan, Clinical Lead for the Suite Ride experiment and Chief Medical Officer at Burjeel Medical City.He said the crew is central to validating new technologies that could one day allow even insulin-dependent diabetics to safely fly. “At present, astronauts with diabetes-particularly those requiring insulin-are…

It’s been over two decades since ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ introduced us to the wizarding world, and the cast who brought J.K. Rowling’s characters to life have since grown into celebrated stars. From child actors to global icons, each member of the original cast has taken a unique path post-Hogwarts. While some continued to charm audiences on screen, others stepped away. Meanwhile, few embraced parenthood, and others chose entirely new careers. Here’s a look at the Harry Potter cast, then vs now and the legacy they’ve left behind. Source link