India’s efforts to build indigenous artificial intelligence models received a boost this week as Avataar AI unveiled Varya, a video generation model designed to better understand Indian cultural contexts while significantly reducing the cost associated with AI video creation.The Bengaluru-based startup, backed by Peak XV Partners and selected under govt’s India AI Mission, said the…
The West Bengal Board of Madrasah Education has officially declared the High Madrasah, Alim and Fazil examination results 2026 at wbbme.org. The results were announced during a press conference held on May 8 at the board headquarters, where officials also released the topper lists and category-wise pass percentages.Candidates who appeared for the traditional and secondary-equivalent…
India ranks number 1 in economic capacity, 74th in workforce readiness: QS NEW DELHI: India has the world’s strongest economic capacity for an AI-driven future and ranks second in digital-skills penetration. Yet, it stands 74th in workforce readiness and 73rd in human capital, exposing a gap between economic momentum and job-ready talent, according to the…
The iconic Fast and Furious saga is concluding with ‘Fast Forever,’ slated for March 17, 2028. This two-part finale follows ‘Fast X,’ which ended with numerous cliffhangers, including character sacrifices and shocking resurrections. Despite budget constraints and box office performance of recent installments, the franchise is set for its grand send-off. The beloved ‘Fast and…
Heath Ledger is remembered as one of cinema’s most talented and dedicated actors, known for his versatility across films like ‘Brokeback Mountain’, ‘Moonlight Mile’, and ‘A Knight’s Tale’. The Australian performer builds a reputation for fully immersing himself in his roles, pushing boundaries and challenging himself with complex characters. His commitment to his craft becomes…
Japan’s Nikkei slipped 1% and South Korea’s Kospi fell nearly 2%, pulling MSCI’s broadest Asia-Pacific share index down 0.4%. Futures pointed to a firmer opening for Wall Street, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rising 0.4%, while European futures gained 0.2%. Asian equities traded cautiously on Monday as lingering uncertainty over the Middle East ceasefire…
In his new book ‘Communion’, JD Vance reveals he would take the hardest path if he believes in something. US Vice President JD Vance has come up with a new memoir, which is primarily about his faith. Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, published on June 18, 2026, traces his spiritual journey, how he…
An old video fo Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare talking about their relationship has resurfaced as her father, Aamir Khan tied the knot with partner, Gauri Spratt. (Instagram) Ira Khan, Aamir Khan’s daughter, has been quite candid about her relationship with fitness trainer Nupur Shikhare. The two had been dating for quite some time and…
Mumbai: Salaried taxpayers claiming House Rent Allowance (HRA) under the Income-Tax (I-T) Act, face tighter disclosure norms from April 1, 2026, with the introduction of a new declaration format: Form 124 which replaces the earlier Form 12BB and requires additional details to curb misuse.Employees are required to submit this form to their employers for the…
Subhash Ghai praised Riteish Deshmukh’s ‘Raja Shivaji’, calling it passionate and full of nationalistic energy, and described its trailer as “so rocking.” He also highlighted industry support from Sanjay Dutt and Abhishek Bachchan. The film, based on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, releases May 1, 2026, in multiple languages. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has praised Riteish Deshmukh’s ‘Raja…