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‘For a big chunk of the film I was barefoot’: Ranbir on wearing rubber slippers in Ramayana

An adaptation of the Hindu epic Ramayana, the movie is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and backed by Namit Malhotra. It stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravan, and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita.

Carney mocks Trump over teleprompter glitch, US president calls Canadian leadership 'nasty'

Mark Carney mocked Donald Trump after a teleprompter failure in Toronto, prompting laughter. Meanwhile, Trump criticised Canada's leadership as "nasty" over tariffs, highlighting ongoing trade tensions between the two nations.

Joe Jonas reveals solo album setback took a toll on his mental health: 'Started having panic attacks'

Joe Jonas reflected on the commercial underperformance of his 2011 solo album, Fastlife. He admitted the disappointment triggered panic attacks and prompted him to seek therapy.

'I can't bring your son back': Assam CM meets family of boy who died saving pet dog from floods

Assam's flood death toll has risen to 95, with one of the latest victims being 13-year-old Ridip Panika, who drowned after rescuing his pet puppy from floodwaters. Visiting the grieving family, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "I can rebuild your house, but I cannot bring your son back."

Former Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal convicted in 2013 sexual assault case by Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court convicted Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 rape case, overturning his acquittal by a Goa sessions court. Tejpal was found guilty of rape and sexual harassment, with sentencing to be announced later in the day.

When Salman Khan wouldn’t let Pradeep Rawat go home for six months: ‘I’d eat there, sleep there, work out there'

Pradeep Rawat worked in the industry for over four decades, and during his time, he has developed a close bond with several Bollywood actors including Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and others.

'Infantino must go': Canada PM Carney, Portugal legend Figo come out swinging at FIFA chief Infantino

The comments came after Infantino was forced to scrap his controversial plan to sell World Cup commercial stakes to private investors, following fierce pushback led by UEFA.

Ukrainian astronomers see gargantuan objects dashing at 39,600 kmph on the Moon - 'They can reach Earth in 20 minutes'

Ukrainian astronomers claim they saw 40-kilometre-wide objects racing through the Moon at speeds of 39,600 km/hr. These UFOs seemed to be attached to the lunar surface and covered large areas across the Moon. They claim the spacecraft are using the Moon as a base in 20 minutes.

Another paper leak? Mexico's top university orders re-exam for 58,000 students  - Here's why

Another exam paper leak-like controversy has hit the education sector, with Mexico's UNAM asking around 58,000 students to retake its entrance exam after unusually high scores triggered suspicions of widespread cheating during its first fully online test.

Bangladesh garment sector under stress amid global headwinds

Bangladesh's garment industry, often called the Backbone of the country's economy, is under growing pressure. Once a global success story, the sector is now witnessing factory closures, mass layoffs and falling exports as competition from India and Vietnam intensifies. For thousands of workers, many of them women, the slowdown isn't just an economic statistic, it's a fight to survive.

India textiles gain from China shift as brands diversify supply Chains

India’s textile industry is entering a decisive growth phase as global sourcing patterns shift away from China, creating a multi-year opportunity that could reshape supply chains and consumer markets worldwide. While brokerage firm Nuvama highlights the investment case, the broader story is structural: global brands are actively diversifying manufacturing bases amid rising costs, geopolitical risks, and supply chain disruptions linked to China.

‘100% fake news’: WH denies report claiming Trump confronted Hegseth over US munitions shortages

Reports claim Donald Trump confronted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over depleted US munitions, affecting Iranian strike decisions. The White House and Pentagon dismissed the story as fake news.

Why are people charging their phone in airplane mode? Know science and benefits behind it
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Airplane mode disables all wireless activity, cutting power drain and heat during charging. Tests show it shaves 4-11 minutes off charge time and keeps phones cooler, which slows lithium-ion battery degradation. Used regularly, it's less about speed and more about long-term battery health.

What is ‘Loss of Separation’? Inside the aviation term linked to Trump’s Marine One

Loss of separation occurs when aircraft breach regulated distance buffers, which does not automatically imply an imminent collision. The FAA is investigating a brief distance breach involving Marine One.

Perez Hilton health update: Family asks for privacy as blogger receives medical care

Perez Hilton's family has thanked the public for its support and requested privacy. The health update comes after the blogger had engaged in self-harm during a livestream.

'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam': Delhi's plantation drive crosses halfway mark, 54% of 70 lakh target achieved

Delhi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign has crossed the halfway mark, with nearly 38 lakh saplings planted, achieving 54% of its 70 lakh target. The drive now shifts focus from planting to ensuring long-term survival through monitoring, watering and public participation.

From 31% to 45% cases: Why is Congo's Ebola outbreak getting deadlier?

MSF reported Wednesday that roughly 90 per cent of patients at its treatment centre in Bunia, the epidemic's biggest hotspot, arrived without having been flagged through contact tracing, highlighting how much transmission is still slipping past containment efforts.

Several Indian states ban analogue paneer: Experts explain what it is and the health risks | WION Decodes

Several Indian states, including Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Gujarat, have banned analogue paneer for a year over health concerns. Made using vegetable fats, starch and additives instead of milk, experts warn it lacks nutrition and may increase intake of unhealthy fats and sodium.

Rahane says Kohli-Shastri 'toughened up' India cricket, especially overseas

With Shastri-Kohli at helm, India became the first team to win two consecutive Test series against Australia in Australia. Rahane took over captaincy in the second of those series as Kohli was on paternal leave after the first Test.