Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actor best known for her performances in ‘Annie Hall’ and ‘The Godfather’, died at the age of 79 on October 11, and her family has announced that the cause of death was pneumonia. Keaton’s family shared the news in a statement to People, adding that they are grateful for the widespread … Hollywood icon Diane Keaton died from pneumonia: Family
Actor Keira Knightley has admitted that she is unaware of the heated discourse surrounding the Harry Potter franchise, despite many Hollywood stars having openly spoken out against it. The actor, who has been busy promoting her Netflix release The Woman in Cabin 10, told Deadline that she was not ‘aware’ that many have called for … Keira Knightley says she was ‘not aware’ of Harry Potter boycott before joining audiobook cast
Actor Jennifer Aniston has opened up about her experience with infertility, her decision not to adopt, and the challenges she has faced in the public eye. In a recent episode of the ‘Armchair Expert’ podcast, Aniston, 56, discussed her thoughts on motherhood and addressed years of speculation regarding her family plans. She spoke candidly about … Want my DNA in a little person: Jennifer Aniston on infertility and not adopting
Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman has joined hands with Google Cloud for his new project Secret Mountain, a metahuman digital avatar band that blends artificial intelligence, music and storytelling to create a next-generation entertainment experience. Under the collaboration, Google Cloud’s advanced AI models and infrastructure will power Secret Mountain, enabling hyper-realistic avatars capable of performing … AR Rahman partners with Google Cloud to create AI-powered metahuman band
It’s turning out to be the year of sequels for Ajay Devgn. Following the success of ‘Raid 2’, the trailer for his next sequel, ‘De De Pyaar De 2’, has just been released. The romantic comedy picks up exactly where the 2019 original ended, continuing the story of Aashish (Devgn) and his much younger girlfriend, … De De Pyaar De 2 trailer: Ajay Devgn’s rom-com sequel picks up where first film left off
Television star Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karna in B R Chopra’s Mahabharat and king Shivdutt in fantasy drama Chandrakanta, has died at the age of 68 following a battle with cancer, on October 15. “He passed away due to cancer this morning. He had been in and out of hospital in the past months,” … Mahabharat actor Pankaj Dheer passes away
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) released the list of candidates for all 243 constituencies ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections. The JD(U) announced its second and final list of 44 candidates while the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) and Upendra Kushwaha’s Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) also announced nominees for their remaining seats. The JD(U) and … NDA Finalises Candidates For All 243 Bihar Assembly Seats
Patna (TIP)- Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor, whose Jan Suraaj Party is making a poll debut in the upcoming Bihar elections, will not be contesting the polls. Putting all speculation to rest, Kishor told news agency PTI that he would not contest the polls, and would instead focus on organisational work. That Kishor won’t fight the … Prashant Kishor says won’t contest Bihar polls, predicts NDA’s defeat
In what was one of the largest Maoist surrenders in recent years, as many as 170 Maoists surrendered in Chhattisgarh today. Among them was Rupesh, the North-Western Sub-Zonal In-Charge and intelligence chief of the Maoist military wing. “A landmark day in our battle against Naxalism. Today, 170 Naxalites have surrendered in Chhattisgarh. Yesterday 27 had … 170 Maoists, including commander, surrender In Chhattisgarh; 258 in two days
New Delhi (TIP)- Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday, Oct 16, asked all states to create a special prison for fugitives that meets international standards, and cancel the passports of those facing Interpol red notices to nullify their claims of mistreatment upon extradition and stop their free movement across borders. He said this while addressing … Create special jails for fugitives as per International norms: Shah to states
Srinagar (TIP)- Fulfilling a key electoral promise, the Jammu and Kashmir Government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday, Oct 16, announced the restoration of the Darbar Move — the biannual shifting of the civil secretariat between Srinagar and Jammu– which had been discontinued by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha during the Central rule in … Omar delivers on key promise, revives Darbar Move ended by L-G in 2021
Following US president Donald Trump’s claim of India’s assurance to not purchase Russian oil, Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Taking to X on Thursday, Oct 16, the Congress MP accused the prime minister of being afraid of Trump and the US. Following US president Donald Trump’s claim of … ‘Frightened’: Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi over Trump’s Russian oil claim
New Delhi (TIP)- The Supreme Court on Thursday, Oct 16, said that the incident involving an advocate’s attempt to hurl a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) Bhushan R Gavai earlier this month should be allowed to die a “natural death” rather than being kept alive on social media or by “publicity hungry” individuals, … Let it die a natural death: SC on CJI shoe-hurling episode
Eighteen-count indictment handed down by federal grand jury in Maryland as US president calls former ally a ‘bad guy’ WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The justice department filed federal charges against John Bolton, the former national security adviser to Donald Trump who turned into one of his biggest critics, accusing him of transmitting and retaining highly classified … Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton indicted on charges of mishandling classified information
Analysts estimate that the tariffs could shave 0.5 per cent off India’s GDP NEW DELHI/WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): Signaling a potential thaw in trade relations, a team of senior Indian officials will visit the US this week to hold talks with the Trump administration on the proposed bilateral trade agreement, an official said in New Delhi. … Trade thaw likely as Indian team heads to US after Gor’s Delhi talks
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP) : The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Tuesday, October 14, the arrest of Ashley J. Tellis, a prominent foreign policy expert of Indian origin and former U.S. diplomat, on federal charges of unlawfully retaining classified national defense information. Tellis, 64, was taken into custody in Vienna, Virginia, where he resides, and now … India-origin Former US Diplomat Ashley Tellis Arrested on Charges of Illegally Retaining Classified Documents
WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): The US Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit against the Donald Trump administration’s decision to impose a USD 100,000 fee on all new H-1B visa petitions, describing it as “misguided policy and plainly unlawful” action that could cripple American innovation and competitiveness. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, October 16, in a district … H-1B fee visa hike: US chamber sues Trump administration
NEW DELHI / WASHINGTON, D.C. (TIP): India and the United States continued to differ publicly over Russian oil as U.S. President Donald Trump said he had been assured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi that India will stop buying oil from Russia, while the Ministry of External Affairs maintained the two leaders had not spoken about … Conflicting Claims by US and India on India’s Russian oil imports
I.S. Saluja BROOKLYN, NY (TIP): In a landmark event marking the first-ever Diwali celebration within the halls of the Kings Supreme Court on October 15, the festival of lights was honored not only as a cultural celebration but as a symbol of justice, truth, and inclusivity. Addressing the gathering of Honorable Justices, legal dignitaries, and … Historic Diwali Celebration at Kings Supreme Court Highlights the Story Behind the Diwali Stamp
When was the last time we paused and asked ourselves what Indian politics means for us, not just as distant observers, but as active participants in a shared journey? Whether we live in India or are part of the growing Indian diaspora across the globe, understanding political shifts is more than news consumption, it’s a … What’s Shaping Our Future? A Fresh Look at Indian Politics News Today!
The objective of the Delhi summit must be to lay down foundational ground rules for the AI era “If the Internet was transformative, artificial intelligence (AI) is transmogrifying. The critical difference between the dotcom boom and the AI explosion is the substrate upon which it is built. The Internet required a quarter-century to achieve its … From Internet to AI, a story of non-regulation
This is the real danger. When outrage turns profitable, civility becomes costly. The judiciary, bound by decorum, cannot compete in that marketplace. That composure was constitutional philosophy in action. The CJI’s deliberate lack of reaction became the foundation of his decision not to press charges or initiate contempt. In that context, restraint was not leniency; … The CJI’s restraint and the media’s reckoning
Bihar needs a strategy to revive education, create formal jobs and stem the outmigration of its workforce Unemployment has consistently emerged as one of the most pressing political issues in Bihar. In the last two Assembly elections, jobs and livelihood were among the top concerns. In 2015, post-poll surveys conducted by Lokniti-CSDS showed that ‘unemployment/jobs’ … Unemployment is still a core issue in Bihar
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla October 20 Ganesha says you strike the ideal balance between religion and logic. You may spend a lot of time traveling in the coming year. You can be fascinated by both music and literature, and listening to music can bring you peace. You love to support those who are oppressed. May … Birthday Predictions -October 20 to October 26
By Astrologer Chirag Daruwalla Aries Ganesha says the situation will be very positive this week. You will feel energy around you, and new possibilities will come to your mind. This is the time for you to increase social contacts. Spending time with your friends and family will improve your mood. This week, your natural leadership … Weekly Horoscope-Octob er 20, 2025 to October 26, 2025
As the fragrance of fresh sweets fills the air, markets dazzle with colors, and homes begin to sparkle with rows of diyas, Indians once again enter their most joyous and spiritually profound season—the festival of lights, Diwali. Scheduled this year for October 20, 2025, Diwali is not merely a cultural celebration; it is a festival … The Light Within and the Darkness We Must Conquer: On Diwali 2025
NEW HAVEN, CT (TIP) : A new study led by Indian American Yale researcher suggests that from its earliest period Earth’s solar system and its planets looked more like a bin of well-used LEGO blocks than slowly-evolving spheres of untouched elements and minerals. “Far from being made of pristine material, planets — including Earth — … Indian American Yale researcher, Damanveer Singh Grewal, likens early solar system to LEGO blocks
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (TIP): Former Indian American U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has joined the Board of Directors of Common Sense Media to add public health expertise to the organization. Murthy will bring his decades of medical expertise to Common Sense Media’s efforts to build a healthier digital landscape for children and families everywhere, according … Former Indian American Surgeon General Vivek Murthy joins Common Sense Media Board of Directors
LINCOLN, NE (TIP) : Indian American researcher Sangamesh Gurappa Kumbar has been named associate dean for research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry. Dr. Kumbar, who joined UNMC earlier this year and has his lab on the Omaha campus, took on the role effective Oct. 1, according to a UNMC … Indian American Dr. Kumbar becomes Nebraska Medical Center associate dean for research
NEW ORLEANS, LA (TIP) : C. Bob Basu, MD, MBA, MPH, FACS, has been named president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world’s largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons. Dr. Basu officially assumed the role on October 12, 2025, during the Society’s annual scientific conference, Plastic Surgery The Meeting, in New Orleans. His … Indian American Dr. Bob Basu Named President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons