Sivakarthikeyan's 'Seyon' director clarifies why a new cinematographer had come onboard the unit of the film

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:52 PM

Chennai, Sep 29 (IANS) Director Sivakumar Murugesan on Tuesday clarified that the unit of his upcoming film 'Seyon', featuring actor Sivakarthikeyan in the lead, had to bring in a new cinematographer as cinematographer Vivek Vijayakumar, who was originally chosen as the film's cameraman, had to leave due to date issues.

Workers listed under VB-G RAM G job scheme touch 10.88 crore

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Centre’s new VB-G RAM G rural employment guarantee scheme has recorded significant progress since its implementation on July 1 this year, with the number of active workers under the scheme going up to 10.88 crore and more than 31.69 crore person-days of employment being generated (as of September 24), according to a government factsheet issued on Tuesday.

Chitrashi Rawat gives a glimpse of ‘Chak De! India’ girls’ reunion, calls it ‘sisterhood of another kind'

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:51 PM

Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Chitrashi Rawat has taken fans on a nostalgic trip by sharing a glimpse of a reunion with her Chak De! India girls, Vidya Malvade, Shubhi Mehta, Seema Azmi.

India, Bangladesh discuss ways to deepen bilateral cooperation

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:51 PM

Dhaka, Sep 29 (IANS) India and Bangladesh on Tuesday discussed ways to deepen bilateral engagement and advance cooperation for mutual benefit between the two neighbouring countries.

Raashii Khanna shares a glimpse of her life in Mysore, relishes dosa, goes temple hopping

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:42 PM

Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Actress Raashii Khanna, who is currently busy shooting for “Dharman” in Mysore, gave a glimpse into the world she has been living in for a while now.

India-New Zealand trade set to surge as FTA kicks in on Oct 20

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to come into force on October 20, aimed at doubling bilateral trade by 2030. Indian exporters are set to receive duty-free access to New Zealand across all tariff lines.

Revanth Reddy shouldn't comment on matters of faith: Samajwadi Party

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:31 PM

Lucknow, Sep 29 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party (SP) on Tuesday criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's statement on Lord Ram and Lord Shiva and said that he should focus on working for the poor and backward communities rather than commenting on matters of faith.

NIFT students win 2 Silver Medals, Medal for Excellence at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:20 PM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) has brought laurels to the country at the 48th WorldSkills Competition held in Shanghai, China, with its students securing two Silver Medals and a Medal for Excellence across key skill categories, it was announced on Tuesday.

CEC has become 'puppet' of Union govt: Cong chief Kharge demands immediate removal of Gyanesh Kumar

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Congress National President, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Tuesday demanded the immediate removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, while accusing him of becoming a "puppet" of the Central government.

Asian Games: Nagal, Dhakshineswar move into singles pre-quarters

IANS | September 29, 2026 1:14 PM

Nagoya, Sep 29 (IANS) Sumit Nagal and Dhakshineswar Suresh registered strong wins in their men's singles round two matches at the ongoing Asian Games 2026 to move into the pre-quarters on Tuesday.