The entertainment world is abuzz with headlines that blend drama, emotion, and intrigue. From the ongoing forensic investigation into Shefali Jariwala’s tragic demise, where chemical analysis is still underway, to Mandhira Kapur’s heartfelt message remembering her brother Sunjay Kapur and their late father—emotions are running high. Meanwhile, Abhishek Bachchan breaks his silence on social media trolling, saying, “I have a family, it's upsetting,” as he addresses the wave of misinformation surrounding him. Here are the top 5 entertainment stories making the loudest noise in tinsel town today.
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China has halted specialty fertilizer exports to India, impacting the production of fruits and vegetables, while continuing to supply other nations. This action, attributed to strained diplomatic relations and procedural delays, threatens India's crop yields as 80% of its specialty fertilizer imports originate from China.
Pop singer Taylor Swift's image appeared in Major League Baseball. FOX Sports: MLB used her photo to display a score between the Baltimore Orioles and Tampa Bay Rays. Baseball fans reacted negatively. They questioned her relevance to the sport. The Orioles celebrated their win by referencing Swift's song '22'. This action sparked debate among baseball enthusiasts.
Donald Trump halted trade talks with Canada. This action followed Canada's digital services tax on American tech firms. Trump called it an attack and cited unfair tariffs on US agricultural exports. He accused Canada of copying the European Union's tax policies. The US will soon impose tariffs on Canadian goods. Experts fear a wider economic dispute due to this halt.
AB de Villiers has expressed his surprise at reports suggesting Jasprit Bumrah will be rested for some of the ongoing Test series against England. De Villiers questioned the decision, drawing parallels to how South Africa managed Dale Steyn's workload, prioritising his availability for crucial Test matches.
After two years of relentless searching, a financially struggling woman discovered a 2.69-carat diamond in a private mine located in the Panna district. She has deposited the precious gem with the local mining office, initiating the standard auction process. Following the auction, she will receive the proceeds after deductions for royalty and taxes, marking a significant turn in her fortunes.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has openly criticized her party colleagues, Kalyan Banerjee and Madan Mitra, for their controversial remarks regarding the Kolkata law college gang-rape case, emphasizing that misogyny transcends party lines in India. The AITC swiftly disassociated itself from the leaders' comments, condemning them strongly.
In Kondhwa, Pune, a 22-year-old data scientist was allegedly raped in her apartment by a man posing as a courier delivery agent. The assailant sprayed a chemical on her face, took a selfie with her, and threatened to upload it if she reported the crime.
After Magnus Carlsen’s table-slam went viral following a loss to D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa called it an instinctive reaction — not ideal, but good for chess visibility. While praising Carlsen as the best, Praggnanandhaa reflected on his own breakthrough year, having won three major titles and rising to World No. 4 as he eyes a Candidates spot.
The Maharashtra government has withdrawn its order implementing the three-language policy following opposition protests against the perceived imposition of Hindi. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced the decision and the formation of a committee, led by Dr. Narendra Jadhav, to review the language policy. The committee will submit its recommendations within three months.
Stock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research suggests a bullish outlook for the Indian stock market, highlighting Tata Steel and Lloyds Engineering Works as top picks. Nifty is expected to reach 25,700-25,900, while Bank Nifty aims for 58,500, driven by positive market breadth and technical breakouts.