Come summer, fermented foods call for extra care. The rising temperature not only leads to faster bacteria growth but also increases the body and gut temperature by 2-4 percent, calling for cooling foods that can help avoid bacterial growth and reactions in the body. Dishes like Dahi Bara, made by fermenting dal paste and using … Read more
NEW DELHI: As Kerala awaits election results on Monday, the bigger political question may not be whether the BJP can win power in the state, but whether it has begun to disrupt Kerala’s long-standing two-front system. For decades, politics in the state has remained firmly bipolar, with power alternating between the CPM-led Left Democratic Front … Read more
NEW DELHI: On paper, the 2026 assembly elections are straightforward: five regions, 824 seats, and a familiar roster of parties battling for power. West Bengal (294 seats), Tamil Nadu (234), Kerala (140), Assam (126), and Puducherry (30) together form a significant, but not unprecedented, electoral exercise.Yet, this is not a routine election cycle.The timing gives … Read more
Patna: There was a time when Bihar’s rugged terrain, ancient ruins and lived-in textures found their way onto the silver screen. Then, for years, the cameras drifted elsewhere. Now, the state is ready for its close-up again — not by chance, but by design.The state govt has rolled out the Bihar Film Promotion Policy, 2024, … Read more
Ritesh Deshmukh starrer ‘Raja Shivaji’ is receiving thumbs up and is in lots of praise. Well, the film which hit theatres on May 1, 2026 has not only stolen attention for its storyline and cast but also added a touch with its costumes. Genelia Deshmukh‘s Maharani Saibai’s nath Amid the buzz around Raja Shivaji, all … Read more
Patna: Long before policy pushes and production incentives, Bihar had already etched its presence into the soul of Indian cinema — not through spectacle alone, but through words, music and talent that travelled far beyond its borders.Few exemplify this connection better than Shailendra, the legendary lyricist whose songs continue to echo across generations. Born into … Read more
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that antisemitism in Britain is “growing, real and dangerous” following a series of recent violent incidents, including a stabbing attack in Golders Green that left members of the Jewish community injured.Starmer said the attack was “not isolated” but part of a wider pattern of hate-driven violence, adding that … Read more
Photo credit: Instagram/_ikswaal Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh briefly halted his concert in Calgary, Canada, during his ongoing Aura Tour after noticing some audience members waving pro-Khalistan flags, videos of which have surfaced online.Addressing the situation mid-performance, Diljit Dosanjh reportedly responded to criticism from sections of the Punjabi community and the controversy surrounding his appearance on … Read more
Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently shared a thoughtful note on his decades-long journey in cinema, offering insight into how time and experience shape an actor’s craft. With over 55 years associated with acting, including more than 50 years as a professional, the actor spoke about how the passage of time transforms not just performances, but … Read more
N Rangasamy; V Vaithilingam NEW DELHI: NEW DELHI: Counting of votes for the Puducherry assembly elections will be held on Monday, with the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the All India NR Congress (AINRC), seeking a second consecutive term in office.The counting will commence at 8 am, and given that the Union Territory … Read more