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Pranit More goes the Samay Raina way to announce comeback standup special, Ghayal, after ₹370 biryani row

Pranit More goes the Samay Raina way to announce comeback standup special, Ghayal, after ₹370 biryani row

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Comedian Pranit More found himself at the centre of a controversy in June this year after he was criticised for not calling out a deeply misogynistic remark made by an audience member during one of his shows. The comedian faced intense backlash on social media, following which he took a break from performing stand-up. Now, Pranit has announced his comeback with a new stand-up special, Ghayal, but the announcement has already drawn comparisons with Samay Raina‘s comeback special, Still Alive. Pranit More announces new standup special after ₹370 biryani row. Pranit More announces comeback On Wednesday, Pranit took to Instagram and shared a poster for his upcoming stand-up special, Ghayal. Alongside the poster, he wrote, “GHAYAL. I can’t change what happened, but I can choose who I become because of it. Ghayal is the story of that journey. Beginning in Mumbai.” The announcement quickly sparked reactions online, with some users comparing the tone of Pranit’s post to Samay’s announcement of Still Alive. One user wrote, “You are not Samay Raina…don’t try to be him. You …

Jamshedpur FC announce withdrawal from ISL after nine seasons

Jamshedpur FC announce withdrawal from ISL after nine seasons

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Jamshedpur FC has confirmed that it will not participate in the Indian Super League (ISL) from the 2026-27 season onwards, bringing an end to its nine-year journey in India’s top-flight football league. The Tata Steel-owned club announced the decision in an official statement on Friday after failing to meet the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) extended deadline to pay the first instalment of the participation fee under the league’s new commercial framework. Under the revised club-led model, ISL clubs were required to confirm their participation by paying an initial fee of ₹55 lakh by July 20. Jamshedpur FC sought an extension until July 31, citing the need for shareholder approval as Jamshedpur Football and Sporting Private Limited (JFSPL) is backed by Tata Steel. Club to continue grassroots football initiatives Despite being granted additional time, along with daily penalties during the extension period, the club ultimately decided against making the payment and informed the AIFF that it would not participate in the league from the upcoming season. In its statement, Jamshedpur FC said JFSPL remains committed …

UPESSC to announce results by August

UPESSC to announce results by August

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2 min readNew DelhiJul 28, 2026 03:33 PM IST The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 result is expected to be announced in August 2026. While the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has not yet confirmed an official result date, candidates who appeared for the examination can expect the scorecards to be released on the official portals once the evaluation process is completed. The UPTET 2026 examination was conducted from July 2 to July 4 for candidates seeking eligibility to teach at the primary (Classes 1 to 5) and upper primary (Classes 6 to 8) levels in Uttar Pradesh government and aided schools. The Uttar Pradesh TET examination serves as the qualifying eligibility test for teacher recruitment in the state. Once declared, candidates will be able to check their UPTET 2026 results through the official websites upessc.up.gov.in and updeled.gov.in. How to check UPTET 2026 result? Visit the official website, upessc.up.gov.in or updeled.gov.in. Click on the UPTET 2026 Result link on the homepage. Enter the required login credentials. Submit the details to view …

Punjab Roadways contractual workers announce three-day strike from Aug 3

Punjab Roadways contractual workers announce three-day strike from Aug 3

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Contractual employees of the state-owned Punjab Roadways on Friday announced a three-day strike from August 3 to August 5 to press the state government to address their long-pending demands, including regularisation of their services. The union leaders also claimed that around 800 government buses had become unserviceable during the present government’s tenure. (File Image/X/PTI) The Punjab Roadways, Punbus, and PRTC Contract Workers’ Union slammed the AAP government, accusing it of failing to accept their demands despite discussing them in about 70 meetings over the past four years. The union said rallies would be organised at all depots across the state on July 27 before the state-wide strike. Also Read: 24.38 lakh cyber security incidents reported in 2025: Govt data They also threatened to hold a ‘dharna’ outside the residence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, if their demands are not met. Speaking to reporters here, union president Resham Singh Gill said the AAP had promised before coming to power to regularise contractual employees, abolish the contract system and ensure full salaries, but had failed to fulfil …

Gukesh, Pragg headline as India announce team for 2026 Chess Olympiad

Gukesh, Pragg headline as India announce team for 2026 Chess Olympiad

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3 min readJul 24, 2026 07:00 AM IST India on Thursday announced its team for the upcoming Chess Olympiad, headlined by Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi in the Open section with Koneru Humpy, Divya Deshmukh and Vaishali Rameshbabu the big names in the Women’s section. The Chess Olympiad will start on Sept 15 and go on till Sept 27 at Samarkand, Uzbekistan. India will be a little concerned about the form of world champion Gukesh who hasn’t had the best of times since becoming world champion. In the space of 19 months, he’s lost 75 rating points. In the recently concluded Chennai Grand Masters, Gukesh’s lost three of his seven matches and finished last with 2 points. Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan said about Gukesh that confidence is his superpower, and when he’s low on that, it affects his results. “Gukesh is very good at calculation. But there’s an element of confidence in his game, which is probably one of the reasons why there are a lot of ups and downs in his play. When he’s really …

India announce 20-member squad for Hockey World Cup

India announce 20-member squad for Hockey World Cup

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3 min readJul 21, 2026 05:34 PM IST India on Tuesday announced a 20-member squad for the Men’s Hockey World Cup, set to begin on August 15 and go on till August 30. Harmanpreet Singh, ace drag-flicker and defender, who led India to Olympic bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Games, will lead the side. Defender Amandeep Lakra, midfielders Raj Kumar Pal and Rabichandra Singh Moirangthem, and forward Selvam Karthi were the four players omitted from the 24-member Pro League squad due to the tournament’s squad-size limit. Veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh, India’s most-capped player, adds experience to a squad blending established stars with promising youngsters. The goalkeeping department comprises Mohith HS and Suraj Karkera, while the defensive unit features Jarmanpreet Singh, captain Harmanpreet, Amit Rohidas, Jugraj Singh, Sanjay, Sumit and Yashdeep Siwach. The midfield will be led by Manpreet, Hardik Singh and Vivek Sagar Prasad, alongside Nilakanta Sharma and youngsters Rajinder Singh and Aditya Arjun Lalage. The forward line consists of Mandeep Singh, Dilpreet Singh, Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh and Shilanand Lakra. Ready for the Biggest …

CM Vijay reviews Mekedatu issue, may announce further action in 10 days

CM Vijay reviews Mekedatu issue, may announce further action in 10 days

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Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday chaired a high-level meeting on Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam across the Cauvery and is expected to announce the state’s next course of action within the next 10 days, minister for energy resources and law R Nirmal Kumar said. HT Image The meeting was attended by ministers, subject experts and lawyers who have been handling the legal battle over the project for nearly 15 years. Briefing reporters at the Secretariat, Kumar said, “Today, as a first step, a consultation meeting was held with all the relevant experts and lawyers who have been fighting this legal battle for nearly 15 years. Based on a few suggestions raised during the meeting, the decision for the next phase will be made within a few weeks.” He said the chief minister would issue the necessary orders after a decision is taken. “Within another week or 10 days, he will release the details of what specific actions we are going to take on the Mekedatu issue,” Kumar said. Ministers N Anand (rural …

Thamizh Murugan: Dhanush-Vetrimaaran announce Murugan film amid Jr NTR-Trivikram controversy; Reddit says ‘desperate’

Thamizh Murugan: Dhanush-Vetrimaaran announce Murugan film amid Jr NTR-Trivikram controversy; Reddit says ‘desperate’

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In a matter of days, two films have been announced based on Lord Murugan. Following the controversy over the announcement of Jr NTR and Trivikram Srinivas’ film, which termed the deity ‘born in the North’, Dhanush and Vetrimaaran have also announced a film on the subject titled Thamizh Murugan. Dhanush and Jr NTR and both starring in films based on Lord Murugan. Dhanush-Vetrimaaran announce Thamizh Murugan On Friday evening, Dhanush and Vetrimaaran surprised fans who were expecting an announcement for Vada Chennai 2. Announcing Thamizh Murugan as their next film, they released a video. “The Eternal Protector, warrior, THE KING & LEADER of the Thamizh people and lands. #sonofkottravai,” wrote Dhanush in the caption, adding, “THAMIZH MURUGAN.” The 1-minute-58-second-long glimpse shows a war scene with soldiers standing in formation as an elephant passes through them with Lord Murugan sitting atop it. Thamizh Murugan is an on-screen adaptation of the historical novel written by Arivumathi. The book narrates the history of Murugan and his significance in Tamil culture, drawing on Tamil literature and Sangam-period traditions. The …

Modi, Albanese announce Big Bash League opener in Chennai

Modi, Albanese announce Big Bash League opener in Chennai

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4 min readJul 10, 2026 11:12 PM IST India and Australia decided to strengthen sports cooperation and announced a roadmap as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, as part of his two-day Australia visit. The two leaders announced that the opening match of the men’s Big Bash League will take place in Chennai in December this year. This will be the first foreign cricket league to play in India. The event will be the cornerstone of a week-long festival, called G’Day Namaste, to be held across India in December, featuring Australian cultural, business and sports events. G’Day Namaste will promote Australia’s economic priorities outlined in A New Roadmap for Australia’s Economic Engagement with India. The two leaders also announced the roadmap on sports cooperation, and the roadmap will “leverage Australia’s experience and India’s ambitions to host major sporting events, creating opportunities to increase our trade, tourism and investment ties”, a statement by the Australian Prime Minister’s office said. It sets out priorities across capacity …

Aamir Khan Productions, Mind Blowing Films & Kabir Khan Films Announce New Project

Aamir Khan Productions, Mind Blowing Films & Kabir Khan Films Announce New Project

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Aamir Khan Silkyara 41 (Photo Credit: Aamir Khan Productions) A landmark cinematic collaboration unveiled as India and Australia enter a new chapter in bilateral relations. Aamir Khan Productions (India), Mind Blowing Films (Australia), and Kabir Khan Films are delighted to announce Silkyara 41, a feature film inspired by the extraordinary rescue mission at the Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarakhand, India, and the remarkable role played by internationally renowned tunneling expert and local Victorian hero Arnold Dix. Silkyara 41: A Landmark India–Australia Collaboration Written by acclaimed Australian screenwriter Andrew Anastasios (The Water Diviner) and directed by award-winning Indian filmmaker Kabir Khan (Bajrangi Bhaijaan, ’83’), the film marks a historic milestone as an exciting collaboration between India and Australia, bringing together the creative strengths, storytelling traditions, and production expertise of both nations. The announcement comes at a significant moment in the relationship between India and Australia, as leaders and delegations from both countries come together to strengthen ties and open a new chapter in bilateral cooperation. Against this backdrop, Silkyara 41 stands as a powerful symbol of collaboration, …