Sanjeev Kumar 
What happens when three dysfunctional women try to cover up a crime and while doing so come to understand each other better? That was the idea that the writer-director duo of Pooja Tolani and Suresh Triveni wanted to explore in “Maa Behen”. The black comedy, starring Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri and Dharnaa Durga, has been … Read more
Domestic equity benchmarks traded with substantial gains in mid-afternoon trade, led by a sharp rally in IT stocks. Sentiment was further supported by easing crude oil prices amid ongoing Iran-US peace talks. However, investors remained cautious, with volatility expected to stay elevated due to the weekly Sensex derivatives expiry. The Nifty traded above the 24,150 … Read more
Italian luxury fashion house Prada has found itself in hot water after appointing Palestinian singer-songwriter Saint Levant as its global ambassador. But appointing him has not caused the problem. The accessory that he wore is the one. What triggered debate was Levant’s appearance at the brand’s Spring/Summer 2027 Menswear Show in Milan, where he was … Read more
Oppo has launched the Reno 16 and Reno 16c in India. Both phones run ColorOS 16 based on Android 16, carry IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K dust and water resistance certifications and feature an aerospace-grade aluminium frame. Alongside, the Oppo Bubble camera accessory and the Oppo Enco Air5 wireless earbuds have also made their India … Read more
Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has been named the captain and mentor of the Dublin Guardians for the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL). The ICC-approved tournament will see Ashwin play a dual role, guiding his team’s on-field strategies while also developing players. He will lead a franchise owned by former Indian … Read more
Zagreb, July 2: The two Indian stars had contrasting starts to the Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia, the third event of the Grand Chess Tour, as Praggnanandhaa placed joint second, while world champion D. Gukesh was tied for sixth place at the end of the third round of the rapid section. Praggnanandhaa began with an … Read more
Gujranwala-born fast bowler Hasan Ali, known for his energetic celebrations and match-winning spells, celebrates his 32nd birthday today, July 2, 2026. The right-arm medium-fast bowler has been a vital cog in Pakistan’s national cricket team across all formats, captivating fans with his skill, passion, and relentless drive. Ali’s journey in international cricket began in 2016, … Read more
Ten-man United States moved into the last 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia on Wednesday, ending a 24-year wait for a knockout-stage win to keep alive hopes of an American dream run in soccer’s global showpiece. In a dramatic high-tempo game in the San Francisco Bay Area, Folarin Balogun scored … Read more
Mexico manager Javier Aguirre said reaching the round of 16 carried special meaning after overcoming a hurdle that had eluded him in his previous spells in charge of the team. Wednesday’s 2-0 win over Ecuador marked Mexico’s first World Cup knockout-stage victory since it last hosted the tournament in 1986, when Aguirre was a player. … Read more
The 40-year wait is over. Mexicans had learned to live with defeats in the knockout stages of the World Cup. On seven occasions, El Tri fans were left heartbroken at this stage. Not anymore. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored within a nine-minute span in the first half and Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-0 on Tuesday … Read more