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Hard shell versus soft shell luggage debate misses one important thing; purpose of travel

Hard shell versus soft shell luggage debate misses one important thing; purpose of travel

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I own more suitcases than I care to admit and have reviewed enough to keep the conversation going for days! Cabin cases, large check-in luggage, fabric bags, polycarbonate shells. After years of catching flights for work, family holidays and quick weekend escapes, I have learnt one thing. The perfect suitcase does not exist. Every time someone asks me if they should buy a hard suitcase or a soft one, my answer is always the same. Let me know how you travel first. I have watched people buy a sleek hard shell case because it looked great online, only to regret it after a shopping-heavy holiday. I have also seen soft luggage struggle to protect fragile souvenirs on long-haul flights. The suitcase is only as good as the person using it. So instead of asking which one is better, ask yourself what kind of traveller you are. I reach for a hard suitcase when protection comes first If I know I am carrying perfumes, skincare, electronics or anything that could crack during transit, I never think …

‘Sai Pallavi’s phenomenal but don’t know how she’ll look like Sita’: Deepika Chikhalia | Bollywood News

‘Sai Pallavi’s phenomenal but don’t know how she’ll look like Sita’: Deepika Chikhalia | Bollywood News

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4 min readHyderabadJul 24, 2026 09:50 AM IST Deepika Chikhalia, who played Sita in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic Ramayan television series, has said she considers Sai Pallavi a phenomenal actor but is unsure whether she will look the part in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film Ramayana. In a conversation with Variety India, Chikhalia pointed to the specific physical description of Sita in Tulsidas’s Ramcharitmanas and questioned whether the casting fits that image, while also noting that the original series remains too fresh in public memory for any adaptation to easily replace it. She also revealed that playing Sita in 1987 cost her a career, saying she still struggles to find work because the industry has never been able to see her as anyone else. “She’s a phenomenal actor. But I don’t know how she’ll look like Sita. Once we see her, we’ll know,” Chikhalia said of Sai Pallavi. She pointed to the description of Sita in the Ramcharitmanas, which specifies almond-shaped eyes, a particular height and certain features, and said that was exactly what Ramanand Sagar had …

Akanksha Chamola says she’ll ‘never take marriage advice’ from Gaurav Khanna amid divorce, reveals if he mistreated her

Akanksha Chamola says she’ll ‘never take marriage advice’ from Gaurav Khanna amid divorce, reveals if he mistreated her

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Television actor Akanksha Chamola made a shocking revelation at the premiere of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa when she disclosed that she and Gaurav Khanna are heading for a divorce. Now, in the latest episode, Akanksha revealed whether Gaurav had ever mistreated her and opened up about the challenges she expects to face after the separation. Akanksha Chamola says she won’t take marriage advice from Gaurav Khanna. Akanksha Chamola says she’ll never take marriage advice from Gaurav Khanna In the latest episode, Ram Kapoor recalled his love story with Gautami Kapoor while speaking to Akanksha. He shared how he had become Gautami’s closest friend when her marriage was going through a rough patch and said, “Slowly I learnt that she wasn’t happy in her marriage and in their two-and-a-half-year marriage, they lived apart for seven months. By then, our friendship had grown a lot. I started taking an interest, not because I wanted anything. When I felt she’d had a bad day, I used to ask questions, and she would answer. I found out she …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu confirms pregnancy, says she’ll take a ‘small maternity break’ | Telugu News

Samantha Ruth Prabhu confirms pregnancy, says she’ll take a ‘small maternity break’ | Telugu News

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3 min readHyderabadJun 24, 2026 08:59 PM IST Samantha Ruth Prabhu confirmed on Wednesday that she is pregnant. Speaking to the media during the success meet of Maa Inti Bangaaram, the actor said she will be taking a maternity break after wrapping up her current commitments. “After Maa Inti Bangaaram, I will have to take a small break, given my condition. I’ll have to take maternity leave. After that I’ll be back with another film for my fans,” Samantha said. The confirmation comes after days of online speculation that began with clips from the success celebrations of Maa Inti Bangaaram, in which fans noticed what looked like a visible baby bump. The buzz had already drawn some support from those around her. ‘Her pregnancy comes at a beautiful time’ Sources close to the movie’s team confirmed to SCREEN that the pregnancy news had arrived at a fitting time alongside the film’s success, and that she was due in December 2026, while still stopping short of a personal confirmation from the actress herself. “Samantha is in …

RJ Mahvash defends Samay Raina, says she’ll be a part of India’s Got Latent season 2: ‘Humans make mistakes’

RJ Mahvash defends Samay Raina, says she’ll be a part of India’s Got Latent season 2: ‘Humans make mistakes’

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Comedian Samay Raina got embroiled in controversy in February last year after Ranveer Allahbadia faced backlash over his remarks about parents and sex on India’s Got Latent. Recently, Samay announced that he would soon be bringing back the show with a second season. Now, RJ Mahvash has revealed that she will also be a part of India’s Got Latent season 2. RJ Mahvash reveals Samay Raina invited her to India’s Got Latent season 2. RJ Mahvash confirms being part of India’s Got Latent season 2 In a podcast with Pinkvilla, RJ Mahvash shared that Samay personally invited her to appear on the upcoming season of the comedy talent show. She said, “When we were shooting for a show, Samay asked me if I would attend the next season of his comedy talent show. And I told him I would definitely come for the show. I was watching it from the third spectacle. I had spoken to Ranveer (Allahbadia).” Mahvash further defended Samay, Ranveer and Ashish Chanchlani, saying that despite the controversy, she continues to support …

‘Was probably shell of human for bit’

‘Was probably shell of human for bit’

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3 min readKolkataMay 17, 2026 07:00 AM IST In March, Finn Allen was on top of the world. He scored a century off 33 deliveries against South Africa in the T20 World Cup semifinal at the Eden Gardens, the fastest ton in the tournament’s history, to take New Zealand to the final. They ended as runners-up but Allen was the talk of the event and had an Indian Premier League season with the Kolkata Knight Riders to look forward to at the end of the month. His start with the franchise was decent; the Kiwi opener slammed 37 (17) and 28 (7) in the first two matches against Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad. But he returned scores of 6(7), 9(8) and 1(3) in the next 3 matches, ultimately leading to his replacement by Kiwi opening partner Tim Seifert. He returned to the team after 3 matches and hasn’t looked back since. Since his comeback, the burly Black Caps player has notched up scores of 29 (13), 100*(47) and 18 (8). On Saturday, he added to …

World War II-era unexploded shell found in Assam’s Tinsukia, defused: Army

World War II-era unexploded shell found in Assam’s Tinsukia, defused: Army

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An unexploded shell, suspected to be from the World War II era, was recovered from Assam’s Tinsukia district near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border on Wednesday and was successfully neutralised by the Indian Army, officials said on Friday. Indian Army defused a suspected WWII-era shell found during excavation in Tinsukia. The Army said in a statement that the unexploded ordnance (UXO), measuring around 12 inches in length and 6 inches in diameter, was recovered from the Ledo–Lekhapani area in Tinsukia district. According to Army officials, the object, suspected to be a World War II-era shell, was initially discovered at Singri village under the Ledo police outpost when a local resident and his workers were digging near a shop. “During the excavation, workers noticed a large metallic object buried underground and alerted authorities after suspecting it could be dangerous,” an official said. Locals informed the police, following which a team, accompanied by security personnel, reached the site, cordoned off the area, and temporarily evacuated nearby residents as a precautionary measure. The Indian Army’s Red Shield Division deployed …

Allu Arjun to shell out staggering Rs.16 Lakh per month on his high-end Mumbai rental apartment?

Allu Arjun to shell out staggering Rs.16 Lakh per month on his high-end Mumbai rental apartment?

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South star Allu Arjun has sparked a lot of buzz, with many wondering whether he is relocating to Mumbai permanently or maintaining his roots in Hyderabad. The actor has chosen to strategically divide his time between the two cities, aligning his personal and professional priorities. Reportedly, Mumbai will serve as his primary work base for the next few years, especially as his upcoming film commitments increasingly require his presence, including Atlee’s Raaka and his film with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Allu Arjun to pay Rs.16 Lakh for rent? According to Mid-day, the Pushpa 2 star has rented an upscale sea-facing apartment located on Juhu Tara Road. The spacious 5 BHK residence spans approximately 6000 square feet and is part of a premium high-rise building. The home apparently includes a private plunge pool and ample parking space for four vehicles. The property reportedly comes with a monthly rent of Rs 16 lakh under a three-year lease agreement, reflecting Allu Arjun’s long-term planning. It has been reported that for Allu Arjun, a key requirement during the house hunt was it …

Nicole Kidman Addresses Keith Urban Divorce For First Time: ‘I Was in My Shell’

Nicole Kidman Addresses Keith Urban Divorce For First Time: ‘I Was in My Shell’

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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their divorce in January 2026 after 19 years of marriage. The couple is said to have been living separately since 2025 due to irreconcilable differences after being married since 2006, a year after first meeting each other. Their separation came as a shock to many, following years of publicly supporting and loving each other. Speaking for the first time since their split, the actress is opening up about having a tough year and raising their kids together.  Nicole Kidman speaks out for the first time since Keith Urban split On being asked whether she was doing well three months into her split from her longtime husband, she revealed to Variety, “I am, because I’m always going to be moving toward what’s good.” Revealing where she and Keith Urban stand at the moment and especially how it is with their children, two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, she added, “I’m always going to be moving toward what’s good. What I’m grateful for is my family and keeping them as …