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Taylor Alison Swift heads to London for Elizabeth Taylor video
Taylor Swift plans to film her next music video in Britain's capital, selecting various locations throughout the city for her track Elizabeth Taylor from The Life Of A Showgirl album. The 35-year-old performer intends to honor the legendary actress by capturing scenes connected to her early years before relocating to California at age seven. Dame Elizabeth was born in Hampstead's northern district, where a commemorative blue plaque marks her former residence. The artist revealed her connection to the Hollywood icon developed after Chris Wilding, the actress's son, drew parallels between the two women regarding public attention and their distinctive personas. Swift discussed receiving the flattering comparison from her parents and...
Rekha Gupta pushes the BJP drive in the Delhi MCD race
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta led campaign efforts for the Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi by-elections, visiting multiple locations, including Najafgarh and Shalimar Bagh. Gupta emphasized that rural villages within the capital experienced prolonged neglect under prior administrations but asserted her government has accelerated infrastructure improvements across neighborhoods and municipal wards under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direction. The chief minister instructed party workers to communicate development achievements directly with residents while promoting BJP candidate Rekha Rani for Ward 128. During interactions with resident welfare association members, Gupta highlighted infrastructure...
India set for fierce Dhaka clash, says Sandhu
India's national football squad landed in Dhaka under tight security protocols coordinated by Bangladesh authorities and local police forces ahead of their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier match. Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu emphasized that despite both nations being eliminated from qualification contention, the traditional rivalry between neighboring countries would ensure intense competition on the pitch. Captain Sandesh Jhingan stressed the team's objective of performing at maximum capacity while maintaining tactical discipline throughout the contest at National Stadium. Several squad members have previous experience playing in Bangladesh through youth international competitions and club fixtures, with winger Lallianzuala Chhangte...
Clooney recalls wild pranks on Brad Pitt
George Clooney discussed his extended history of elaborate practical jokes targeting Brad Pitt during a resurfaced interview. The actor described placing a marijuana leaf bumper sticker with an anti-police message on his colleague's vehicle, which resulted in multiple traffic stops for the unsuspecting recipient. Clooney explained creating personalized stationery bearing his friend's name to send correspondence to other performers. Among these communications was a package delivered to Meryl Streep containing dialect coaching materials, accompanied by a fabricated note suggesting the resources helped with accent work for a previous film role. The recipient reportedly found the gesture puzzling. The performer acknowledged preparing...
India boxers sweep Day 1 at World Cup finals
India secured four medals at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 after Minakshi, Preeti, Ankush Phangal and Narender Berwal each advanced to the semifinals with decisive victories at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex. World Championships gold medalist Minakshi defeated Kazakhstan's Bolat Akbota in the 48kg division while Preeti overwhelmed Uzbekistan's Nigina Uktamova at 54kg. Ankush Phangal controlled his bout against Japan's Go Wakaya in the 80kg category, and Narender Berwal earned a 4:1 decision over Ukraine's Andrii Khaletskyi despite sustaining a cut above his eye during the 90+kg contest. The tournament features only the top eight competitors worldwide in each weight class. Upcoming Indian boxers include Pawan Bartwal...
Jaishankar meets Qatari Amir in Doha
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Qatar's leadership in Doha to advance bilateral cooperation between the two nations. The minister conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi while meeting Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and expressed commitment to strengthening relations. Discussions with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani centered on strategic partnership elements, including energy collaboration, trade expansion, investment opportunities, and cultural exchanges. Both sides reviewed regional developments across the Middle East and West Asia while exploring avenues for deeper cooperation. Qatar's foreign ministry confirmed the talks addressed...
Kamini Kaushal recalled love for puppetry
Veteran Indian actress Kamini Kaushal maintained a passionate interest in puppetry throughout her career, traveling to London for specialized training despite skepticism from her husband. The performer explained that creating puppets required artists to project themselves into their work, describing the craft as an extension of personal expression. She attended a workshop at a prominent London puppet center, demonstrating her commitment to expanding her artistic abilities beyond conventional acting. Kaushal died at age 98 in Mumbai after experiencing health issues related to advanced age. The actress worked alongside legendary Indian cinema figures including Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand, and Ashok Kumar, with her performances...
BJP hits Lalu clan over Rohini abuse claim
BJP leadership has criticized the Yadav family following public statements from Rohini Acharya, daughter of former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, who announced her departure from politics while alleging mistreatment within her household. Amit Malviya from the party's technology division highlighted that Acharya donated a kidney to her father but claims she faced physical abuse and disrespect, contrasting her sacrifice with what she describes as preferential treatment toward her brother Tejashwi Yadav. The political attacks extended beyond family dynamics to address broader alliance tensions after the Mahagathbandhan coalition's electoral defeat in Bihar. Malviya characterized the partnership between the Rashtriya Janata Dal...
Radhakrishnan touts CAG India’s global rise
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan stated that India's Comptroller and Auditor General has achieved an elevated international standing through appointments as external auditor for the World Health Organization and the International Labour Organization. Speaking at the fifth Audit Diwas celebrations, Radhakrishnan noted the institution currently leads the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions and chairs the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions Committee, demonstrating the nation's transition from follower to global leader in auditing standards. The vice president commended the CAG's 165-year legacy as guardian of public funds while praising recent reforms including unified expenditure classification across...
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