147 candidates out of 584 candidates contesting in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly polls in phase two have criminal cases registered against themselves.
The film "The Voice of Hind Rajab", directed by Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania, reconstructs the tragic final moments of six-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, killed in Gaza amid the Israel-Palestine conflict. It serves as a powerful commentary on civilian suffering, war's human cost, humanitarian crises, and global indifference, transforming a personal loss into a broader critique of geopolitical silence. The documentary has sparked controversy in India, where distributor Manoj Nandwana reports an oral block by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to fears it could strain India's strengthening ties with Israel in defence, tech, and trade. No formal written order exists, raising concerns about transparency, artistic freedom, and censorship influenced by diplomacy rather than by cinematic guidelines. Director Ben Hania voiced heartbreak on Facebook, lamenting the decision amid her lifelong love for India and Bollywood, while questioning if the "honeymoon" between the "world’s largest democracy" and the "only democracy in the Middle East" is so fragile. The case highlights broader trends of political sensitivities curbing films on contentious issues, unequal treatment of global narratives, and tensions between art, authority, and empathy in India's media landscape.
Timothée Chalamet's offhand dismissal of ballet and opera as irrelevant sparked outrage from the arts community, including the Met Opera, Royal Ballet, and stars like Misty Copeland. Yet, post-pandemic declines in audiences and funding reveal harsh truths: these forms struggle against streaming, gaming, and inaccessibility due to high costs and elitism. The piece urges evolution over defense—through bold collaborations (e.g., Lady Gaga), innovative productions like Anna Nicole, and pop culture crossovers, akin to theatre's Tarantino buzz or Chalamet's own savvy marketing. Dismissal as "uncultured" misses the point: his words are vital feedback for survival in today's attention economy.
This article looks at the impressive story of Alysia Liu, Olympic Gold Winner in the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. It examines the underlying power and courage it takes to not only leave something you love but to come back stronger than ever before,
Social media erupted a week ago over a perceived surge in Delhi's missing persons cases, particularly young women, mirroring the plot of YRF's Mardaani 3. Netizens split into echo chambers, accusing either street gangs or YRF's marketing of panic-mongering. Delhi Police debunked the hype as a paid promotion.
This piece is a review of the original, Times School of Media produced short film 'Sanjha Kuaan'. Directed by BAFTW student Safin Laller. It tells a historic tale of love, selflessness and despair. While being exemplary of what the combination of true dedication and passion can look like.
The Reserve Bank of India has proposed linking the digital currencies of BRICS nations to simplify trade and tourism payments, potentially reducing dependence on the US dollar. Recommended for discussion at the upcoming BRICS summit in India, the move comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and stalled India–US trade talks. Russia’s ongoing experiment with a gold-backed currency, the “Unit,” reflects a broader shift as BRICS economies increase gold reserves and cut reliance on US treasury bonds. With strong resource complementarities and expanding digital currency pilots, the bloc may be laying the groundwork for gradual de-dollarisation.