File photo: Union minister Piyush Goyal Union minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India is well placed to handle any disruption in crude oil and fuel supplies despite the worsening Middle East crisis, asserting that there has been “absolutely no disturbance” in petrol, diesel or aviation fuel availability, while also indicating that the government will…
Actor Vijay Sethupathi confirmed that director Nithilan Saminathan has completed the script for ‘Maharaja 2,’ the sequel to their 2024 blockbuster. Sethupathi expressed his excitement to hear the script soon. This news follows his recent confirmation of other upcoming collaborations with renowned filmmakers and several projects in various stages of production. Actor Vijay Sethupathi has…
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed on Sunday confirmed his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing an end to a long international career in which he led the side to memorable triumphs against arch-rivals India national cricket team in two major ICC tournament finals.The wicketkeeper-batter, who last represented the Pakistan national cricket team in a…
Indian exporters and logistics providers are scrambling to limit disruptions from the worsening Middle East conflict by closely tracking shipping carriers, planning consignments earlier and exploring alternate routes, even as freight rates, insurance premiums and transit times rise sharply amid uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.The main response from the exporting community has been defensive…
Director Balachandra Menon revealed that Kamal Haasan exited the Tamil remake of ‘Ammayane Sathyam,’ titled ‘Kanden Seethaiyai,’ after just ten days of shooting. A discussion on set about a female character in disguise reportedly sparked an idea for Haasan to play a similar role, leading him to withdraw from the project. Veteran filmmaker and actor…
Ashish Limaye (TOI Photo) The eighth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, celebrating the achievements of India’s finest athletes across multiple disciplines. The awards recognise performances delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2025, honouring standout displays at global championships and major international competitions….
Ajith Kumar, a Tamil film superstar, initially pursued his lifelong passion for motorsports before a career in cinema. After two near-fatal accidents, he shifted focus to acting, achieving significant success with family support. Years later, he returned to professional racing, demonstrating unwavering dedication and discipline, while fans eagerly anticipate his cinematic comeback. Ajith Kumar’s story…
Varun Chakravarthy (AFP Photo) CHENNAI: For Varun Chakravarthy, the T20 World Cup triumph must have felt bittersweet. The mystery spinner, tipped to be India’s X-factor bowler, wasn’t quite at his best. Even though he finished as the joint-highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 14 scalps, his economy rate of 9.25 was a little high by…
Oscars 2026 security is unprecedented, with extensive barricades, over 1,000 law enforcement officials, SWAT teams, and rooftop snipers. The FBI is leveraging AI surveillance for enhanced safety. Executive producer Raj Kapoor emphasized a collaborative effort with law enforcement to ensure everyone feels protected and welcome, highlighting meticulous planning for the event’s smooth operation. While award…
NEW DELHI: The LPG supply shortage in India due to the conflict in West Asia has triggered concerns among the Sports Authority of India’s (SAI) National Centres of Excellence (NCoEs) across the country. Regional centre heads are fearing that an interruption in the supply of cooking gas might hamper the preparations of athletes training for…
