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Users are transforming photos into 1980s Bollywood styles using ChatGPT. This trend recreates vintage movie hero and heroine looks with specific prompts. It allows for creating magazine covers and wedding album pictures easily. Detailed prompts ensure authentic hairstyles, clothing, and lighting effects. Users should check AI creations before sharing them online.

Steven Spielberg and his wife are selling their stunning Los Angeles ranch for $29.9 million, a significant increase from the $5.75 million they invested in 1999. This gorgeous property features premium equestrian facilities and lavish living quarters. Earlier dreams of a five-story riding stable were scrapped, but the ranch has been a vital component of their real estate holdings for almost three decades.

Russia and China have blocked efforts at the UN Security Council to revive the committee overseeing sanctions on Iran following the IAEAs referral of Tehran over nuclear non-compliance. Russian envoy Vasily Nebenzya declared Moscow would not permit sanctions to be reimposed under any circumstances, accusing Western nations of politicising Irans nuclear issue. The diplomatic showdown marks a major escalation in the international battle over Tehrans nuclear programme and the future of negotiations

ndias 7.8% GDP growth has faced criticism over methodology, base effects and the way national output is measured. Now the International Monetary Fund has welcomed the latest number, calling the performance stronger than expected and highlighting Indias resilience during a global energy-price shock. IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack pointed to services and exports as major growth drivers. The comments also support Indias updated GDP framework, which uses newer industrial production and producer-price

A US-based Indian couple alleged passport scanning of their young children at Delhi airport. Staff scanned multiple family passports after one purchase, claiming to check for offers. The couple raised concerns about data collection and potential misuse of personal information. Airport authorities have acknowledged the allegation and promised a thorough investigation. Exemplary action will be taken if the allegations are found to be true.

New Delhis hosting of the BRICS leaders summit in the expanded format comes at a critical juncture for the world. Buffeted by two wars in Europe and West Asia, dislocated supply chains, and disrupted energy trade, there is a clear yearning for calm and stability. This is most clearly expressed in the developing countries of the Global South that not only want a seat at the international high table, but also a cooperative development framework that opens the door to win-win opportunities. Indias

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has hit back at ally Congress over the full rendition of Vande Mataram at the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir. Abdullah said the complete national song must be played at government events across the country, calling it a statutory obligation. He added that legal action could be taken against those who fail to stand for the full rendition. Accusing Congress of politicising the issue, Abdullah said the party could seek to revo

In 1973, a Kansas student misplaced his class ring during an epic snowball fight. Fast forward fifty-three years later, campus workers discovered the ring while tending to the grounds. Interestingly, the owner and his wife were driving through the city that same day, having just discussed the ring a week earlier. Now, the couple will restore and treasure the sentimental piece.

A Chinese-origin tank exploded during an exercise, killing two soldiers and injuring another. This incident follows other nations reporting issues with Chinese military equipment. Several countries have expressed dissatisfaction with Chinese defense system capabilities. China remains a major global arms supplier despite these persistent quality complaints. Bangladesh is still considering purchasing Chinese fighter jets despite past equipment problems.

The AI-generated pictures have given MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer vintage hairstyles, colourful outfits and classic 1980s settings. The trend has now spread across the cricket world, with IPL teams and several cricketers joining in and sharing their own 1980s avatars.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence that the upcoming BRICS summit in Delhi will see positive and meaningful discussions focused on global well-being. World leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, are expected to attend the two-day summit at Bharat Mandapam. Other key participants include leaders from Iran, South Africa, Egypt and the UAE, along with UN chief Antonio Guterres and WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Delhi has been plac

Iran has thrown its weight behind Yemens Houthis after reports that the Iran-aligned group captured the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha. Tehrans backing comes as Yemens government warns that control of Mocha and the Bab el-Mandeb could threaten global shipping and turn the Red Sea into another flashpoint like the Strait of Hormuz.

Russias FSB says it has arrested a former security worker at the British Embassy in Moscow over alleged Ukrainian espionage, accusing him of collecting sensitive information on British diplomats. Moscow claims the intelligence could have been used in a false-flag attack designed to implicate Russia and provoke Britain into direct military confrontation. The former guard faces treason charges and has been detained, while the British embassy has rejected comment on security matters and warned abou

The Pataudi Palace, an ancestral estate of Saif Ali Khan, spans ten acres in Gurugram. This imposing structure, built in the 1930s, showcases royal heritage and unique architecture. Ibrahim Kothi, once home to Tiger Pataudi, features a dome inspired by the Sanchi Stupa. Saif Ali Khan repurchased the leased estate in 2014, returning it to family ownership. The palace remains a significant symbol of the Pataudi family's rich history.

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America on US maps, documents and databases. Canada has rejected the move, while several US governors have also said they will continue calling it Lake Ontario. The decision comes amid rising trade tensions between Washington and Ottawa.

Once believed to be extinct, the black-footed ferret is making a stunning comeback across the American plains. In 1986, only eighteen of these animals survived, a dire moment in their history. Through dedicated captive breeding and reintroduction efforts, their population has increased to around four hundred in the wild. This remarkable recovery underscores the critical importance of conservation efforts in protecting endangered species.

UPI payments are set to become more convenient with the RBIs introduction of UPI Tap and Pay and MyUPI. Tap and Pay allows users with NFC-enabled smartphones to make payments at compatible POS terminals by unlocking their phones and tapping them on the machine, even without mobile internet. The transaction uses the POS terminals internet connection. Payments up to 5,000 can be made without entering a UPI PIN, while larger transactions require authentication. Alongside this, MyUPI, developed by N

US President Donald Trump on Thursday issued a dramatic rallying cry to Republican voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, urging them to vote and help preserve the partys majorities in Congress. Speaking on the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Trump repeated his call for supporters to treat the election as a personal vote for him. Youve gotta do this for me, youve got to pretend Im on the ticket, Trump told the crowd. The President also renewed his prom

US Vice President JD Vance paid an emotional tribute to Charlie Kirk at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, marking the first anniversary of the conservative activists assassination. Remembering Kirks support during Vances rise to the vice presidency, Vance recalled the 2024 Republican convention, where Kirk watched from the front row as Vance addressed the country after being named Donald Trumps running mate. Turning to Kirks family, Vance delivered a powerful message: History will rec

The Houthis have reportedly taken control of Yemens strategic Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandab Strait, a claim that has not been independently confirmed. The islands location could give the Iran-backed group greater leverage over a vital global shipping route linking the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.

At just four years old, Elena Mishra from Odisha has made headlines as the youngest female chess player officially rated by FIDE. Achieving this milestone in the exciting blitz format, her journey began with her parents using a chessboard as a playful toy. Driven by her passion, Elena dreams of becoming a Grandmaster while delighting in the game.

The absence of an original ITR became a key issue. Although the department had information about the substantial sums held in his Indian accounts, there was no tax return on record explaining their nature and source.

In an effort to rejuvenate the parched landscape of Israel's Ramon Crater, wild donkeys were brought back into the ecosystem. These resilient animals played a crucial role by creating waterholes, which became essential for desert wildlife. Additionally, their droppings helped spread acacia seeds, promoting the growth of trees. Their natural movements resulted in water-retaining depressions, significantly transforming the area's ecology into a thriving environment that has caught global attention

President Donald Trump closed the final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas by leading supporters in a mock version of the Pledge of Allegiance. He urged the audience to raise their right hands and pledge to vote on November 3, while encouraging support for Republican allies. Trump then delivered a striking warning, telling those who failed to vote that they would go to hell, as the crowd responded to his remarks.

India is estimated to have around 190 assembled nuclear warheads more than Pakistans 170. Its stockpile could soon reach 225, potentially exceeding the UKs arsenal.But Indias nuclear expansion is not simply about numbers. Chinas rapidly growing nuclear force, missile arsenal, submarine fleet and early-warning systems are changing New Delhis strategic calculations.Why is India expanding its nuclear capabilities? And does a larger arsenal make South Asia safer or more dangerous? Shreya Chandra h

A US official has confirmed to Reuters that Iranian strikes on Jordans Muwaffaq Salti Air Base damaged multiple American warplanes, including an A-10 Warthog and several F-15s. The claim of damage contradicts President Donald Trumps claim that no such damage occurred, putting fresh focus on the strategic US air base and its role in the Iran war.

Chattogram district deputy commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Islam Mia ordered his release after Dass family submitted an application. His mother, 70-year-old Sandhya Rani Dhar, died early on Thursday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Hathazari. Das was previously associated with Iskcon and serves as a spokesman for Hindu Sammilito Sanatan Jagaran Jote.