Going under the knife to look younger might have become a norm for many in showbiz, but Kareena Kapoor doesn’t prefer that. Instead, the actor has her own ways and tricks to steer away from botox. Kareena recently attended the launch event for nutritionist Rutuja Diwekar’s recent book, The Commonsense Diet, in Mumbai. At the … Kareena says no to botox: ‘Doing little work on my own rather than skin treatments’
Salman Khan’s Eid release, Sikandar, also starring Rashmika Mandanna, Sathyaraj, and Kajal Aggarwal, among others, is struggling to draw audiences to cinemas. On its fourth day, the film’s earnings dropped by nearly 50 percent. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Sikandar earned Rs 19 crore at the box office on Wednesday. The film had an overall … Salman Khan film struggles as earnings drop 50 percent
Veteran actor, filmmaker, and writer Manoj Kumar — the man who gave India its most enduring image of cinematic patriotism — died in Mumbai on April 4 at the age of 87. Born Harikrishan Goswami in Abbottabad (now in Pakistan), Kumar wasn’t just an actor; he was a movement. He was an emotion. Inspired by … Bollywood’s original patriot and veteran actor Manoj Kumar dies at 87
Fans have been eagerly awaiting an update on the cult comedy franchise Hera Pheri and the excitement has only grown following the confirmation earlier this year that filmmaker Priyadarshan will return to direct the third instalment. In a recent update, the 68-year-old filmmaker shared that he plans to start writing Hera Pheri 3 sometime next … Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal begin shooting for Hera Pheri 3
New Delhi (TIP)- India ranks 36th out of 170 nations on a global index measuring a country’s readiness for frontier technologies, improving its ranking from last year, according to a UN report. The 2025 Technology and Innovation Report, issued by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), stated that India ranked 36th in 2024 on the ‘Readiness … India ranks 36 out of 170 nations on readiness for frontier technologies global
New Delhi (TIP)- The Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on April 4 amid high-pitched protest by treasury benches over remarks by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi against the government. As soon as the House met for the day, members from the treasury benches started raising slogans such as “Sonia Gandhi maafi maango” (Sonia … ‘Sonia Gandhi maafi maango’: Lok Sabha treasury benches protest Cong leader’s remark on govt
New Delhi (TIP)- Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on April 3 criticised the government over the China border dispute and the implementation of US tariffs, prompting sharp rebuttals from BJP MP Anurag Thakur. Speaking during Zero Hour in the Lower House, Rahul accused the BJP of submitting to foreign powers, claiming it … Rahul slams govt over US tariffs, China dispute; Anurag hits back
The Supreme Court completed the hearing on the disqualification case against 10 Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLAs who switched allegiance to the Congress party in Telangana. The court, however, reserved its decision. Meanwhile, during the case proceedings on Wednesday, April 2, the court took strong exception to Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s alleged statement … Supreme Court takes Revanth Reddy to task for ‘mockery of 10th Schedule’
New Delhi (TIP)- The Rajya Sabha early Friday, April 4, adopted a Statutory Resolution confirming the imposition of President’s Rule in Manipur. While members across party lines supporting the decision, the opposition slammed the Centre for its failure in controlling the violence in strife-torn state. Union Home Minister Amit Shah informed the House that two … RS approves Prez rule in Manipur amid criticism from Opposition
New Delhi/Bangkok (TIP)- Prime minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s interim government head Muhammad Yunus met in Bangkok on Friday, April 4, Indian TV channels said, their first talks amid tensions since the ouster of long-time Bangladeshi premier Sheikh Hasina last year. Ahead of the likely meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh Chief Adviser … PM Modi, Bangladesh’s Yunus hold first talks after Hasina’s ouster
OTTAWA (TIP): Canada said it would impose a 25% tariff on tens of thousands of vehicles imported from the United States, retaliating against U.S. President Donald Trump’s levies that came into effect on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced “25% tariffs on all vehicles imported from the United States that are not … Canada Retaliates; imposes 25% tariff on some U.S. auto imports
NEW DELHI (TIP): Parliament in the wee hours of Friday, April 4, 2025 morning cleared the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025, after nearly 14-hour debate in Rajya Sabha with 128 members voting in favor and 95 against. The government maintained that the law is not directed against the Muslims. Instead, it only aims to bring transparency … Parliament clears Waqf Amendment Bill
Commerce ministry analyzing impact of US tariff on India; it’s mixed bag, not setback, says a senior government official WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US has announced 2 percent reciprocal tariffs on India saying New Delhi imposes high import duties on American goods, as the Donald Trump administration aims to reduce the country’s trade deficit and … Trump slaps 26% ‘discounted reciprocal tariff’ on India in major trade move
NEW YORK CITY (TIP): Judge Dale Ho has agreed to the U.S. Department of Justice’s request to drop the charges against Adams, but he did so “with prejudice.” That means Adams cannot be re-tried on the same charges at a later time – a stipulation the Justice Department sought in its initial request to dismiss … New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ historic federal corruption case has been dropped
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Describing US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements as “reckless and self-destructive,” Indian-American Congressmen on Wednesday, April 2, alleged that he is trying to destroy the country’s economy with his Liberation Day tariff, reports Lalit K Jha. “Trump is literally trying to destroy our economy with Liberation Day. Tariffs slapped overnight. No strategy, … Indian-American lawmakers criticize Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, call them ‘reckless’
Citizens are the sufferers as public life is witnessing a steady decline in values Justice Yashwant Varma, who was recently transferred to the Allahabad High Court amid a cash stash row, has claimed that someone placed the money in the outhouse of his official residence in Delhi in order to frame him. It must have … Nation’s moral fabric is in peril
In the midst of FIRs, vandalism and outrage, there must be debate about why comedy is still a fair way away from being a vehicle for social change in the country In 2021, I watched the comedian Varun Grover perform in New Delhi. As usual, he had the audience in the palm of his hand. … Missing: India’s comic sense
By Mabel Pais Seton Hall University has released its Spring 2025 edition of their Business Leadership Magazine, ‘IN THE LEAD.’ The magazine explores the theme of ‘INNOVATION in LEADERSHIP’ to achieve success, with thought-provoking advice provided from some of today’s top global business leaders in a variety of fields. Readers can access all the content … SETON HALL’S BUSINESS LEADERSHIP MAG PROVIDES THOUGHT-PROVOKING ADVICE FROM TODAY’S TOP GLOBAL BUSINESS LEADERS
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla April 7 Ganesha says today, the universe unveils a tapestry of creativity and inspiration. As the celestial bodies dance in harmonious patterns, you’re encouraged to delve deep into your innermost passions. This isn’t just about fleeting hobbies; it’s about the core of what makes your spirit sing. Perhaps you’ve been sidelining … Birthday Predictions-April 7 to April 13
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla Aries Ganesha says this week your energy and enthusiasm will be extremely high. You will not only perform better in your work, but some new ideas of yours may also take shape. Your ability to communicate with others will increase, which will strengthen social and professional relationships. However, keep in mind … Weekly Horoscope- April 7, 2025 to April 13, 2025
While the president has identified the need to do things differently, his strategy risks a slump, hitting the very Americans he claims to champion It would be “liberation day” in the US, the White House announced. Well, we shall see. Yet even if one puts the noise and nastiness that accompany a Donald Trump announcement … Perilous and chaotic, Trump’s ‘liberation day’ endangers the world’s broken economy – and him
“As Canada approaches its federal election on April 28, 2025, the two leading contenders, Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, are under increased scrutiny. Carney, who succeeded Justin Trudeau, faces allegations of plagiarizing parts of his 1995 Oxford University thesis, with claims of uncredited use of work … War of attrition for political supremacy is getting murkier
The American democratic experiment, as envisioned by the founding fathers, was predicated on a system of governance rooted in the principle of checks and balances. By distributing power among three co-equal branches—the Executive, the Legislature, and the Judiciary—they sought to protect the nascent republic from the concentration of power that had led to tyranny in … The Danger of Executive Overreach: The Case of Dropping Corruption Charges Against Mayor Eric Adams
MINEOLA, NY (TIP): The Association of Indians in America – New York Chapter (AIA-NY), on March 20, held a momentous inauguration swearing-in of Beena Kothari as the new President, along with the Executive Committee. The event was attended by over 150 distinguished guests, including elected officials, AIA founding members, Board of Trustees, AIA Past Presidents, … Beena Kothari Inaugurated as President of AIA-NY
MERRICK, NY (TIP): Parveen Chopra, Editor-Publisher of ALotusInTheMud.com and a meditation teacher, introduced Hinduism to 9th graders at Sanford H. Calhoun High School in Merrick, NY on March 24. His presentation to multiple groups of 15-20 boys and girls each was part of a Multi-Faith Forum program at the school aimed to make students understand … Meditation Teacher Parveen Chopra introduces Hinduism to high schoolers on Long Island
BEIJING (TIP): Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus here on Friday, official media reported. Yunus, on a four-day visit to China, took part in the country’s Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference in Hainan after his arrival there on Wednesday. He arrived in Beijing on Thursday and was received at … Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus meets Chinese President Xi Jinping
COLOMBO (TIP): Over a hundred MPs of the ruling National People’s Power (NPP) coalition on Monday wrote to the Parliament Speaker seeking removal of the suspended Sri Lankan police chief “for bringing disrepute to the high office through his abusive conduct.” Deshabandu Tennakoon, the suspended inspector general of police, is currently in remand custody at … Sri Lanka’s ruling party MPs seek removal of jailed police chief Deshabandu, write to Speaker
ISLAMABAD (TIP): A Pakistan court has sentenced five men to death for posting blasphemous content online, a prosecution lawyer told AFP on Wednesday, as the country witnesses a sharp increase in such cases. Private groups in Pakistan have brought charges against hundreds of young individuals in recent years for allegedly committing blasphemy online. Blasphemy is … Pakistan court sentences five to death for ‘online blasphemy’
CHEONGSONG (TIP): Helicopters dumped water over a burning forest in South Korea on Thursday as authorities struggled to contain the country’s worst-ever wildfires, which have killed 26 people, forced at least 37,000 others to flee their homes and destroyed more than 300 structures. Multiple wildfires have been raging across South Korea’s southeastern regions since last … South Korea struggles contain massive wildfires as death toll rises to 26