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Asha Bhosle in Chennai. File | Photo Credit: R. Ravindran Asha Bhosle, one of the most celebrated voices in Indian cinema, has also left an indelible imprint on Tamil film music through her collaborations with maestro Ilaiyaraaja. Her foray into Tamil cinema began with the film Puthu Paatu, marking the beginning of a fascinating musical journey that transcended language barriers.The song Enga Ooru Kaathalai Pattri Enna Ninaikirey from Puthu Paatu, composed by Ilaiyaraaja, unfolds as a lively exchange between a foreign-returned young woman and her lover. Penned by film music director Gangai Amaran, the composition found an ideal voice in Asha Bhosle. Published -…
A man uses a broom to sweep broken glass inside a classroom at an elementary school, near a Byzantine church, which was damaged after a barrage of projectiles was launched towards Israel from Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, in Nahariya, northern Israel, on April 10, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters Lebanon’s presidency said that Lebanon and Israel held their first contact via a telephone call between their ambassadors in Washington on Friday (April 10, 2026), with the participation of the U.S. ambassador to Lebanon.The statement said the call was part of diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire and launching negotiations,…
A delegation of senior Indian National Congress MLAs from Karnataka travelled to New Delhi on Sunday to press for a cabinet reshuffle, even as first-time legislators renewed their demand for representation in the ministry.First-time MLAs have sought the induction of at least five of their members, while senior legislators are expected to urge the party leadership to consider a significant number of experienced leaders for inclusion in the reshuffle.Senior MLAs, including T B Jayachandra, the state government’s special representative in New Delhi, and Assembly Chief Whip Ashok Pattan, are likely to meet Mallikarjun Kharge and party general secretaries K C…
Lucknow: Gujarat Titans’ spearhead Prasidh Krishna produced a match-defining spell of 4/28 on Sunday before skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler smacked sparkling half centuries to help the visitors beat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in the only afternoon match this season for the hosts.Gujarat Titans’ Prasidh Krishna and Jos Buttler celebrate the wicket of Lucknow Super Giants’ Mukul Choudhary. (ANI)India pacer Krishna’s haul lifted his season tally to 10 wickets in four matches. He has been among the most effective bowlers this season, showing the pace, bounce and control that have long marked his IPL career and his…
Decor at home deserves a refresh after a while. While, on paper, this refresh feels exhilarating and trend-driven, and you cannot wait for the fascinating before-and-after transformation, in practical terms, things usually look very different and soon can make you exhausted. Once you actually begin, several problems start to show up. You may have ordered the decor items, but upon placement, the room may feel cramped or cluttered, and what seemed like a quick makeover can suddenly feel like a much bigger project, making you feel seriously intimidated.ALSO READ: Distracted in your study room? 5 decor tips to boost focus…
Kawasaki has introduced limited-period discounts on the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 in India, covering both MY2025 and MY2026 model year units.Kawasaki Versys X-300The MY2025 version of the Versys-X 300 is now available with a price reduction of ₹30,000. With this benefit applied, the effective ex-showroom price drops to ₹3.19 lakh. Meanwhile, the newer MY2026 model is being offered with a discount of ₹20,000, bringing its effective ex-showroom price down to ₹3.29 lakh.In addition to the price cuts, Kawasaki is also bundling accessories worth up to ₹46,000 with the motorcycle. Buyers can choose between select add-ons such as panniers or a centre…
Veteran singer Asha Bhosle. File | Photo Credit: V. Sudershan Leaders from across the political spectrum offered their condolences and tributes to Asha Bhosle who passed away in Mumbai on Sunday (April 13, 2026). She was 92. Published – April 12, 2026 03:31 pm IST Source link
Richard Tice’s company has been accused of breaking the law by allegedly failing to pay tens of thousands of pounds in tax on dividends that were paid to him and his offshore trust.Reform UK’s multimillionaire deputy leader is alleged to have received at least £91,000 in excess payments as a result, the Sunday Times reported. Dan Neidle of Tax Policy Associates – whose analysis was cited by the newspaper – said that further analysis suggested that the total in tax that should have been paid by Tice’s company was about £120,000.The MP for Boston and Skegness, and business, trade and…
Days before West Bengal heads into assembly elections, Chandra Bose, grandnephew of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, on Sunday switched to the Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing the BJP of straying from the ideals of the freedom fighter, PTI reported.The former BJP leader was inducted into the ruling party in the presence of state minister Bratya Basu and TMC MP Kirti Azad. Watch Fish Becomes Political Flashpoint in Bengal Elections: Identity vs Economy Explained “It is not possible to follow Netaji’s ideals while being in the BJP,” Chandra Bose said, alleging that the party promotes “divisive politics”.“Today, we are seeing that the…
Kolkata: Around 35 nuns of the Missionaries of Charity (MoC), an order formed by Mother Teresa and headquartered in Kolkata, have found that their names have been struck off the voter list following judicial scrutiny. The MoC has now written to the Election Commission, and the nuns are moving the tribunal against these deletions. Several MoC nuns have also been cleared as Chowringhee voters in the SIR process.A source said the deleted sisters are also filling out Form 6 to be reinstated as new voters, adding that more sisters might be on the list.When TOI called the Missionaries of Charity,…