Veteran actor Govind Namdev has finally addressed the dating rumours swirling around him and actress Shivangi Verma after a photograph of the two together went viral. In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, the 70-year-old actor set the record straight, revealing that the photo in question was part of a professional publicity strategy for their upcoming film Gaurishankar Goharganj Wale.
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Ravi Shastri and Bharat Arun revealed that Mohammed Shami's anger over biryani fueled a match-winning performance against South Africa in 2018. During lunch on the fourth day of the final Test, Shastri noticed Shami with a large serving of biryani. Shami, angered by the comment, rejected the biryani and went on to take a five-wicket haul, securing India's victory.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt, daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, ignited engagement rumors after being photographed with a diamond ring while leaving Craig's restaurant with actor Elijah Cooper. The 20-year-old's ring sparked speculation, amplified by Cooper following Zahara's private Instagram account. While neither Zahara nor her family have commented, Cooper's background as an actor, Morehouse College student, and streetwear company co-founder adds intrigue to the unfolding story.
Karun Nair's emotional return to the Indian Test team after eight years was celebrated by his wife, Sanaya Tankariwala, with a heartfelt social media post. Nair, who last played in 2017, replaced in the squad, marking a significant moment in his career. India, under new captain Shubman Gill, included Sai Sudharsan's debut in the first Test against England.
Jos Buttler lauded 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's incredible talent, drawing comparisons to Brian Lara and Yuvraj Singh after witnessing his explosive 35-ball century in the IPL. Buttler highlighted Suryavanshi's fearless approach and ability to dominate world-class bowlers like Siraj, Krishna, and Rashid Khan. He further praised the young batter's composed performance against Chennai, showcasing maturity beyond his age.
US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was hospitalised in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday after suffering an allergic reaction. The 53-year-old was taken to the hospital as a precaution and is currently alert and recovering, according to a DHS spokesperson. Noem, appointed by Donald Trump, has been a key figure in enforcing strict immigration controls, overseeing troop deployments and mass deportations.
Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, bowing to pressure from coastal MLAs, has assured that cab aggregators like Ola and Uber will not be permitted in the state. This decision comes despite the notification of draft aggregator guidelines.
Following the detection of glitches in SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket, Isro prioritized astronaut safety, leading to launch delays for the Axiom-4 mission, which includes Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla. Isro, under Chairman V Narayanan, emphasized the need to resolve a liquid oxygen leak and control actuator issue before proceeding. Partners decided to postpone the launch for repairs and validation, ensuring crew well-being.
A helicopter crash near Gaurikund on the Kedarnath route claimed seven lives, including a toddler and the pilot. The Aryan Aviation's Bell 407 chopper, carrying pilgrims, crashed and caught fire amid adverse weather conditions. Preliminary reports suggest dense clouds and heavy rain, indicated by a yellow alert, may have contributed to the accident.
PM Modi's visit to Zagreb marked the first by an Indian PM, leading to discussions with Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenkovic. Both leaders emphasized dialogue and diplomacy over conflict, particularly amid escalating global tensions.