- Friday, February 28, 2025
THIS is the 15th year that the Westcombe Foundation has been operational as a charity. We are dedicated to helping those in need around the world, giving back with the goal of relieving widespread poverty, distress and suffering. Through our history, we have helped people from Nepal to Nairobi, India…
CONCENTRATING on quality over quantity has not only given Syra Yousuf an impressive body of work across film and television, but also shown off her impressive versatility as an actress. The beautiful Pakistani star recently followed up a winning performance in the hit drama serial Sinf-e-Aahan with a lead role in the…
A BEAUTIFUL literary trend in recent years has been the growing number of children’s books with South Asian protagonists. This particular book, first published in hardback last year and recently made available in paperback, covers a unique theme perfectly. The story revolves around a young boy from a humble background,…
Armaan Malik’s soothing voice has won the hearts of many, making him a favourite when it comes to romantic melodies. His music transcends borders, and he has an incredible ability to connect with listeners through his soulful and expressive voice. As the singer turns 28 on July 22, here are…
MILLIONS of workers in the country will have increased freedom in choosing their work locations and schedules as Flexible Working Bill has received royal assent, a statement said. Employees will now be entitled to request flexible working arrangements from the start of a new job and employers are required to…
THE World Health Organisation (WHO) has asked the Indian authorities for help in establishing the origins of a contaminated cough syrup that has been linked to children’s deaths in Cameroon. The UN agency issued a warning on Wednesday (19) about a syrup branded as Naturcold, which was sold in Cameroon…
Among the 3,851 applications received from 122 countries, five students studying in India have been recognized on the top 50 shortlist for the prestigious Chegg.org Global Student Prize 2023. The annual award aims to honour one exceptional student who has demonstrated a remarkable impact on learning, the lives of their…
INDIAN police have arrested four men accused of parading two women naked in front of a mob in a northeastern state where months of ethnic violence have left at least 120 dead. The suspects were identified from a video clip of the incident in early May that went viral on…
THE UK on Thursday (20) announced new vetting standards for police officers, after a string of scandals rocked confidence in British policing. Police chiefs are being given additional tools to “root out officers unfit to serve the public”, the Home Office said as it unveiled an update to the College…
Actors Prabhas and Deepika Padukone-starrer sci-fi film, directed by Nag Ashwin, has been titled Kalki 2898-AD, the makers announced at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) on Friday. Producers Vyjayanthi Movies also shared a glimpse of the much-anticipated film at the SDCC in the presence of Prabhas and veteran actor Kamal Haasan,…
