While dating, Saif said he isn’t 25, can’t keep dropping me: Kareena
Talking about Saif Ali Khan, who is 10 years older than her, Kareena Kapoor said after dating for a while, he told her he isn’t 25 and he can’t keep dropping her home every night. She added Saif then told her mother he wanted to spend his remaining life with her. “He helped me heal…love myself,” she further said.
‘Avengers: Endgame’ leaks online 2 days before release in India
Marvel’s superhero film ‘Avengers: Endgame’ has been leaked online by piracy site Tamilrockers two days before its scheduled release date in India. Following the leak, the film’s actor Robert Downey Jr, who plays Iron Man, tweeted, “Keep those spoilers to yourself.” The film has already released in countries like China, Germany, Singapore and UAE.
KKR still have healthy dressing room despite 6 losses: Brathwaite
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite has said that the team still has a healthy dressing room despite losing six out of 10 IPL 2019 matches. “I think the mood in the camp is good. We are still teasing each other. As a professional player, you cannot allow results to alter your demeanour or your mindset,” he added.
RCB defeat KXIP to register their 3rd straight victory in IPL 2019
RCB defeated KXIP by 17 runs at Bengaluru on Wednesday to register their third straight victory in IPL 2019. RCB scored 64 runs in their last three overs, while KXIP managed just 18. RCB moved to seventh place on points table with eight points in 11 matches, while KXIP are on the fifth spot with 10 points from 11 matches.
Kuldeep’s IPL form won’t impact his performance in WC: Harbhajan
CSK spinner Harbhajan Singh has said Kuldeep Yadav’s IPL form won’t impact his performance in World Cup. “T20 is a format which can destroy the confidence of any bowler but let’s not compare formats. You’ll see a very different Kuldeep in ODIs,” he added. Kuldeep has taken four wickets for KKR in nine IPL 2019 matches so far.
People who wear saffron can’t be terrorists: BJP’s Rakesh Singh
A video of Madhya Pradesh’s BJP President Rakesh Singh is going viral, where he can be heard saying at a rally that the people who wear saffron coloured clothes can’t be terrorists. “Saffron can never stand for terrorism,” Singh said. However, he mistakenly mixed up sentences later, where he said, “Terrorism is a symbol of sacrifice.”
Players get confused as ball goes missing; it was in umpire’s pocket
While the play was about to resume following strategic time-out after RCB’s 14th over, KXIP pacer Ankit Rajpoot, who was about to bowl the 15th over, asked around for the ball. Players and on-field umpires seemed confused as to where the ball was and asked for a new ball. Umpire Chettithody Shamshuddin immediately realised the ball was in his pocket.
USA secure ODI status for the first time
United States Cricket Team beat Hong Kong by 84 runs in the WCL Division 2 to attain ODI status on Wednesday. After losing their first game at WCL2, USA came back to win their next three to secure the status. Meanwhile, Oman, with three wins in its first three games, also achieved ODI status.
Tum se na ho payega: Cong as BJP denies report of PM’s press meet
After a media house reported that PM Narendra Modi will address a press conference on Friday and later the BJP denied the report, Congress tweeted, “‘Tum se na ho payega’ (You won’t be able to do it) #FekuModi”. In the past, Congress had taken several digs at PM Modi for not holding any press conference during his tenure.
PepsiCo sues 9 farmers for growing potato registered by company
PepsiCo India has filed a lawsuit against nine farmers in Gujarat for illegally growing and selling a kind of potato exclusively registered by the company. Several farmers, activists and unions across the country have signed a protest letter in support of the sued farmers. A non-profit organisation claimed PepsiCo hired detectives and sent them as buyers to the farmers.
My character damaged before probe: Ex-SC staffer who accused CJI
Former Supreme Court staffer, who has accused Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi of sexual harassment, has told the in-house inquiry committee that her “character was damaged” even before the inquiry could start. She also said the inquiry should be conducted along the lines of Vishaka Guidelines, which mandates that the committee should have majority women members and an external woman member.
Central, northern India may experience heat wave: Met dept
Parts of central and northern India are likely to experience a heat wave in the coming days, with the maximum temperature expected to hover at 45-degree Celsius. The India Meteorological Department issued an advisory stating, “Heat wave conditions likely in some parts of Vidarbha and in isolated pockets over East Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat state, Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada.”
iPhone components put together into artwork by Reddit user
A Reddit user named “TheIncorporeal” separated the components of their iPhone, after it stopped working, and framed them to make a piece of art. The user took apart the device by removing all the screws, glued the components on to glass, and then framed it. The user has deconstructed several iPhone models including the iPhone 5 to make artwork.
I’m on suspension over #MeToo: Sajid denies he’s working with John
Reacting to reports that suggested he had approached John Abraham for a film, filmmaker Sajid Khan said, “Not true…I’m under suspension from the director’s association.” Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) banned Sajid for a year after he was accused of sexual harassment by multiple women. “I’ll finish off my suspension period…and…then consider work,” Sajid added.
Still feel like a newcomer based on responses I get: Kunal
Speaking about his career in Bollywood, actor Kunal Kemmu said, “I still feel I’m a newcomer on the basis of the responses I get.” “People tell me…’oh he’s come back with a new film’. I keep feeling I constantly debut every two years,” he added. Kunal, who started his career in Bollywood as a child actor, recently featured in ‘Kalank’.
Randeep Hooda to star in Bhansali’s thriller film: Reports
Actor Randeep Hooda will star in an upcoming thriller film which will be produced by filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, as per reports. The actor will be seen playing the role of a policeman in the forthcoming film, reports further suggested. Shooting for the film, helmed by debut director Balwinder Singh Janjua, will reportedly commence in August this year.
Chitra grabs gold, Dutee Chand wins bronze at Asian C’ships
Asian Games bronze medallist PU Chitra won gold in women’s 1500m at the Asian Athletics Championships in Doha on Wednesday. Asian Games silver medallist Dutee Chand clinched the bronze medal in 200-metre sprint after clocking 23.24 seconds. With the victory Chitra also qualified for the World Championships, which will be held later this year.
You help me be busy and not go nuts: Bezos thanks assistant
World’s richest man Jeff Bezos took to Instagram to thank John Connors, his executive assistant of the past 19 years, saying, “You’re a big reason I’m able to be so busy and not go nuts”. “[Connors] thinks ahead, sweats the details, and makes things fun,” Bezos said. “On this #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay, I want to say thank you,” the Amazon Founder said.
Carpooling startup Quick Ride raises ₹100 crore: Report
Bike-and-carpooling startup Quick Ride has raised over ₹100 crore in a Series B funding round from Sequoia Capital, Naspers Ventures and Venture Highway, as per filings quoted by Inc42. Further, Naspers Ventures’ Ashutosh Sharma has reportedly been added as director of Quick Ride’s board. Led and Co-founded by KNM Rao, the Bengaluru-based startup claims to operate in eight Indian cities.
Two terrorists killed in encounter in J&K’s Anantnag
Two terrorists were killed in an early morning encounter with security forces in Bijbehara in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Thursday. The Jammu and Kashmir police revealed that incriminating material, including arms and ammunition, were recovered from the site of the encounter. A search operation is underway and a case is being registered.
Will enquire till we get to root of issue: SC on CJI row
The Supreme Court has said that it will “enquire, enquire and enquire” till it gets to the root of whether sexual harassment allegation against CJI Ranjan Gogoi is part of a conspiracy of some “disgruntled (court) employees”. The SC added, “Fixing has no role…in the system.” It said that it will enquire and take the issue to the “logical end”.
VRS package may save ₹1,080 cr a year in salary payments: MTNL
MTNL Chairman PK Purwar has said the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) proposed by telecom department could save ₹1,080 crore in annual wage expenses. The scheme would offer an amount equivalent to 35 days of salary for each completed year of service, and 25 days’ salary for each year left till retirement. MTNL expects about 9,500 employees to opt for VRS.
Etihad 1st major airline to operate single-use plastic free flight
The UAE’s flag carrier Etihad Airways has become the first major airline to operate a flight without any single-use plastics on board. Over 95 single-use plastic items including cups, cutlery and headset bags were removed from the Brisbane-bound Earth Day flight which landed on April 22. Plastic items were replaced by sustainable amenity kits, eco-thread blankets and edible coffee cups.
RBI sells entire stake in NABARD, NHB to govt for ₹1,470 cr
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday said it has divested its entire stake in NABARD and National Housing Bank (NHB) for ₹20 crore and ₹1,450 crore, respectively. The government now holds 100% stake in both the financial institutions, RBI said. The divestment was based on recommendations of the Narasimham Committee-II and a discussion paper prepared by the RBI.
‘Avengers: Endgame’ sets China opening day record with $107 mn sales
Superhero movie ‘Avengers: Endgame’ set an opening-day record in China with an estimated $107.2 million in ticket sales, distributor Disney said Wednesday. ‘Endgame’ is the final chapter of a story told across 22 Marvel films. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the highest-grossing film franchise of all time generating $18.6 billion in ticket sales since the 2008 release of Iron Man.
