In a dramatic turn of events, Grammy-winning composer Lebohang Morake is embarking on a legal battle against comedian Learnmore Jonasi, claiming damages exceeding USD 20 million. Morake accuses Jonasi of sullying his reputation by inaccurately interpreting the opening chant of ‘Circle of Life’ on his podcast and during a comedy set. Read on to know…
One of India’s fastest-rising technology institutions, the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), has opened its doors wider to the world. The institute has launched a fully funded doctoral programme for international students, an effort that feels as much about people and ideas as it is about policy and rankings. Called the FIRST Fellowship, the…
Parliament on Friday approved the Finance Bill 2026, with the Rajya Sabha returning it to the Lok Sabha by a voice vote, completing the budgetary process for the financial year beginning April 1.The Lok Sabha had passed the Bill on March 25 along with 32 amendments. The Rajya Sabha cleared it after a brief discussion…
After falling just short in the 2025 final, Shashank Singh is convinced that Punjab Kings will go one step further this season and lift the Indian Premier League trophy.Punjab Kings had ended a decade-long wait to reach the final last year, only to lose by six runs to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a closely fought…
Today is the perfect day to channel your inner adventurer and tackle those tough challenges head-on, but remember to stay adaptable—plans can shift quickly! In relationships, disagreements may arise; aim for empathy instead of just proving your point. On the career front, take bold steps but ensure you double-check your facts. Something in you wants…
Ishan Kishan, born on July 18, 1998, in Patna, Bihar, is one of the Indian cricket team’s most young and awesome wicketkeeper-batters. The sportsman is noted for his fearless batting on the field. Kishan rose to fame with his bombastic performance in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL). He made his international debut…
As Dhurandhar and its sequel continue to dominate both box office and conversations, producer Bhushan Kumar has weighed in on the film’s impact — strongly backing Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar for National Awards. Bhushan Kumar emphasised that while Ranveer’s performance stands out, director Aditya Dhar played a crucial role in elevating it. As…
Why Harvard Law’s contract talks are stuck after 19 months After nearly 19 months of negotiations, Harvard Law School’s clinical staff and the University administration have made limited headway in finalising their first labour contract, underscoring deep divides over core employment and academic issues. Despite more than 100 proposals being exchanged, agreement has been reached…
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty plunged over 2% on Friday, snapping a two-day rally, as global weakness and rising geopolitical tensions dented investor sentiment.The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 1,690.23 points, or 2.25%, to close at 73,583.22. During the session, it fell as much as 1,739.04 points, or 2.31%, to 73,534.41. The NSE Nifty declined…
Ahmed Shehzad (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Veteran Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has launched a sharp critique of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), placing the Indian Premier League well above Pakistan’s premier T20 competition. Shehzad pointed out how several overseas players continue to commit to the PSL but eventually opt for the IPL when better…