Celebrated dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison passed away at 81 on November 9th in New York City. Jamison, renowned for her 15-year tenure with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and powerful performance in the solo piece ‘Cry,’ left an indelible mark on the dance world.
Read MoreTamil novelist and screenwriter Indira Soundararajan, known for his supernatural thrillers like Marmadesam, passed away at 65 in Madurai. He was found dead at his residence after a suspected fall. His work, blending folklore and suspense, earned him critical acclaim and a Tamil Nadu state award. Soundararajan’s legacy continues to influence Tamil literature and...
Read MoreFormer Australian cricketer Michael Hussey has backed Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to perform well in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. This comes after fellow Australian great Ricky Ponting questioned Kohli’s form and place in the Indian Test team, drawing criticism from Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir.
Read MoreAt the IIT Hyderabad conclave, experts underscored the urgent need to integrate mental health well-being into higher education frameworks, driven by rising student suicide rates and escalating mental health concerns. With support from UGC guidelines and initiatives from institutes like IIT Hyderabad, Bombay, and Madras, institutions are prioritising peer support and counselling programs to...
Read MoreThe Kremlin denied reports of a phone call between President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Washington Post and Reuters had reported that the call took place on Thursday from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.
Read MoreApplications for asylum in the US from Indians have skyrocketed, increasing by 855% from 2021 to 2023. The number of Indians granted asylum has also risen, with 5,340 receiving asylum in 2023. Almost half of the applicants are reportedly from Gujarat, India.
Read MoreFive suspects, including the alleged gunman, Shivkumar, have been arrested in connection with the murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique. The arrests took place in Uttar Pradesh, near the Nepal border, where the suspects were allegedly attempting to flee.
Read MoreDonald Trump’s appeal to over 75 million Americans lies in his unfiltered, unpredictable style that challenges political norms. He’s the “Chosen One” for many in the culture wars, unapologetically saying what others only think. His coalition spans tech bros, the religious, and working-class folks, frustrated with the “woke” status quo. Despite Hollywood’s disdain and...
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