Actress Somy Ali shared cherished memories from working with late veteran Om Puri during filming of the 1997 thriller Chupp. The accomplished actor demonstrated remarkable consideration by frequently asking whether his aggressive scene work caused her any discomfort. Between takes involving intense sequences, Puri would share biryani cooking techniques while maintaining his professional demeanor.
The remake of Itefaq featured Jeetendra and Avinash Wadhavan alongside Ali and Puri. Ali praised all three performers for their genuine kindness and daily concern for her wellbeing throughout production. The actress recalled learning manual transmission driving specifically for her role, with Jeetendra providing patient guidance during...
Scientists at National Institute of Technology Rourkela created an affordable force plate device for medical diagnostics. The equipment analyzes walking patterns and helps doctors treat heel pain more effectively. Researchers designed the technology to measure ground reaction forces when patients move. Medical professionals can use this data to identify abnormal movement patterns.
Heel pain affects many adults and stems from tissue damage under the foot. The plantar fascia band supports the foot arch but becomes overloaded with stress. Fatty heel pad tissue loses its ability to absorb shock during walking or running. Age, weight, diabetes, and poorly fitted shoes contribute to this condition.
Hospitals, sports facilities, and...
Chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced that wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant will miss the two-match Test series against West Indies due to a foot injury sustained during the fourth Test in Manchester. The selector expressed optimism about Pant's recovery timeline for the upcoming South Africa series in November. Ravindra Jadeja receives his first Test vice-captaincy appointment, having previously served in this role for limited-overs formats.
Pant continues rehabilitation work at the Center of Excellence while undergoing strength conditioning sessions. Dhruv Jurel and N Jagadeesan serve as specialist wicketkeepers for the West Indies series. The matches form part of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle, with India currently occupying...
India's Election Commission issued its thirtieth reform directive within six months on Thursday. The commission targets vote counting procedures for postal ballots to eliminate delays and improve consistency. Officials respond to growing postal ballot numbers from expanded home voting access for disabled persons and elderly citizens above eighty-five years.
The new rule requires completion of postal ballot tallying before beginning the second-to-last round of electronic voting machine counts. Regional officers must provide adequate tables and personnel when processing large postal ballot volumes. This measure represents part of twenty-nine previous electoral improvements implemented during recent months. Earlier changes enhanced voter...
India commissioned 27 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity between April and August this year. Authorities completed 20 gigawatts of clean energy projects while another 142 gigawatts remain under development across the nation.
Solar energy combined with storage systems achieved unprecedented low costs at 2.7 rupees per kilowatt-hour in recent auctions. The government cancelled 11.4 gigawatts of renewable energy tenders due to insufficient participation and elevated pricing concerns.
Power consumption shows gradual recovery with September registering three percent annual growth compared to previous years. Weather forecasts suggest winter conditions and industrial expansion will drive significant electricity demand increases during...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the eleventh anniversary of the Make in India program on Thursday. The initiative has transformed the nation's economic framework and strengthened entrepreneurial opportunities across multiple sectors. Modi emphasized how the program has advanced India's self-reliance goals while fostering innovation and employment growth. The campaign originally launched on September 25, 2014, to boost manufacturing capabilities and attract foreign investment.
The World Bank upgraded India's business environment ranking from 142nd position to 63rd place during this period. Government officials eliminated over 42,000 regulatory requirements and replaced paper-based systems with digital platforms. The Production...
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah attributed recent Ladakh violence to failed peaceful demonstrations. The National Conference president called for immediate government dialogue with regional protesters. Abdullah emphasized that local residents initiated the unrest without external conspiracy involvement. He warned that ignoring longstanding demands could worsen tensions in this strategically sensitive area.
Peaceful methods led by activist Sonam Wangchuk proved ineffective over five years. Frustrated youth subsequently turned to violent tactics when authorities ignored their calls for Sixth Schedule inclusion and statehood restoration. Abdullah highlighted China's proximity as a complicating factor requiring...
Telugu actor Nani endorsed director Sujeeth's latest action film starring Pawan Kalyan with high praise. He described the movie as an Original Giant Blockbuster on his social media platform. The actor commended the collaborative efforts of Pawan Kalyan, Sujeeth, and composer Thaman for their entertaining work. He also acknowledged actress Priyanka Mohan, editor Navin Nooli, and DVV Movies for their contributions.
Megastar Chiranjeevi joined the celebration by recognizing his younger brother Pawan Kalyan's performance. The film features Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Prakash Raj, and Sriya Reddy in supporting roles. DVV Entertainment produced this project under the same banner that created the global success RRR. The release...
Bangladesh's Awami League party condemned violent attacks against its members and widespread human rights abuses under Muhammad Yunus's interim administration. The political organization announced nationwide demonstrations scheduled for Friday across multiple cities. Party officials criticized the current government for enabling lawlessness and mob violence throughout the nation.
Police arrested 244 Awami League leaders and supporters following Wednesday's demonstration in Dhaka. The party accused Bangladesh Nationalist Party members of orchestrating coordinated assaults with government support. Officials described systematic persecution targeting homeless individuals and vulnerable populations.
The organization demanded immediate...
