When the first glimpse of Ramayana dropped on Hanuman Jayanti, it instantly grabbed attention, with Ranbir Kapoor’s look as Lord Ram becoming one of the most talked-about reveals. But the actor has now admitted that his first instinct was to turn down the role, recalling, “Out of fear, I said no… I’m not fit enough.”…
A prolonged conflict in Middle East could begin to hurt India’s exports not just to the region but also to other global markets, as disrupted supply chains ripple outward, commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Saturday, He also urged the pharmaceutical industry to reduce dependence on imported raw materials and build more resilient export and…
Piyush Mishra is once again speaking candidly about his marriage, this time shedding light on why his wife chose to stay despite his infidelity. Recalling her unwavering stance, the actor-writer said, “She told me, ‘I will not divorce you no matter what,’” even as he reflected on his own delayed understanding of responsibility as a…
The teaser of Ramayana has sparked divided reactions, and now Sunil Lahri has weighed in with a critical take on Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Lord Ram. In an interview, Sunil Lahri admitted that while Ranbir’s look works to an extent, it lacks a certain quality associated with the character. The teaser of Ramayana has sparked…
NEW DELHI: Govt is working to step up the supply of induction cooktops and vessels, while nudging companies and institutional kitchens to move to electricity-based cooking to reduce pressure on gas.To meet the immediate requirement of cooktops, whose demand has increased in the wake of LPG concerns, imports are lined up, while domestic production is…
Whenever Aishwarya Rai Bachchan steps onto the red carpet, all eyes are inevitably on her. And if you ask Abhishek Bachchan, walking alongside her only adds to the pressure. In a recent conversation, Abhishek didn’t hold back while describing his discomfort at high-profile appearances. The actor also recalled a moment when his nervousness translated into…
NEW DELHI: Fuel and raw material supply constraints, which have forced shutdowns in certain segments of manufacturing, especially small businesses, may hurt contractual and gig workers.Some signs of strain are visible in certain sectors, including steel, automotive, textiles, pharma, medical devices as fuel supply, input cost and availability (shortage) bite into operations, industry representatives and…
Salman Khan’s bond with his fans often goes beyond the usual star-fan dynamic, and a recent account by Reena Raju—a three-time heart transplant survivor—offers a deeply personal glimpse into that connection. In a conversation, Reena opened up about a life-altering moment when Salman reached out to her ahead of her first heart transplant. Salman Khan’s…
Royal Enfield has updated its popular Hunter 350 range for 2026 with the launch of a new variant and fresh colour options. The biggest highlight is the addition of the Base Premium variant, priced at Rs 1,49,900, ex-showroom, with bookings now open across India.The new Base Premium trim brings several practical upgrades, including alloy wheels…
NEW DELHI: India’s vast informal manufacturing sector has seen jobs stay flat for nearly a decade, while the formal manufacturing sector has seen an increase, marking a sharp divergence in the growth trajectory of the two segments.An analysis of the latest unincorporated enterprises survey released last month showed that 3.5 crore people were employed in…