‘Respect isn’t playlisted’: Amaal Mallik breaks silence on ‘Yeh Awarapan’ backlash from Emraan Hashmi starrer ‘Awarapan 2’, alleging paid PR campaign saying ‘PEHCHAAN aur logon ka PYAAR aren’t purchased’

Composer Amaal Mallik has defended his song ‘Yeh Awarapan’ from recent criticism. He described the past few weeks as exceptionally difficult and emotionally draining. Mallik alleged that a coordinated, paid public relations campaign fueled online negativity. He emphasized that genuine respect and love cannot be bought through promotional spending. The composer stated that the song’s…

In 2018, a female orca off the coast of Washington gave birth to a calf that died within half an hour, carried her dead calf for 17 days and 1,000 miles: The heartbreaking story of Tahlequah

An orca named Tahlequah carried her dead calf for seventeen days, traveling over a thousand miles. This extended vigil drew global attention to the struggling Southern Resident killer whale population. Their primary food source, Chinook salmon, is rapidly disappearing, impacting their survival. Tahlequah’s experience revealed deep maternal bonds and the species’ vulnerability. A subsequent healthy…

Nepal floods ‘predicted’ in ‘2012’? Hollywood apocalyptic film scene sparks comparisons: ‘Fiction has become reality’

Devastating flash floods in Nepal have prompted social media users to draw comparisons with the 2009 film ‘2012’. Visuals of the real-life disaster echo fictional scenes of mega-tsunamis and geological catastrophes. Netizens shared clips and promotional posters from the movie, noting its eerie predictions. The film depicted massive floods and rising sea levels impacting mountainous…

In this AI age, engineers must go deep and wide

For future product development, engineers must embrace both specialization and generalization. While AI will streamline numerous engineering tasks, the importance of human judgment cannot be overlooked. Aspiring engineers should prioritize mastering core concepts while embedding AI skills into their daily practices. This strategy will enhance the quality, reliability, and user experience of intricate systems, empowering…

When ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ director Geetu Mohandas said ‘I never stick to the script’ while revealing her ‘crazy and erratic’ filmmaking process

Yash’s film ‘Toxic’ has achieved a strong opening day at the Indian box office. The Geetu Mohandas directorial faced mixed reviews but showed significant audience demand. Mohandas previously discussed her fluid filmmaking process, which allows for natural story evolution. She revealed that scripts often change considerably during the actual filming process. Speculation also surrounds Rukmini…

Kangana Ranaut reacts to Kriti Sanon’s raksha bandhan ad being withdrawn and the ‘Mimi’ actress’ statement to the backlash: ‘How can one have such a foolish way of thinking?’

In a recent statement, Kangana Ranaut explained her prior disapproval of a Raksha Bandhan advertisement, clarifying that her focus was on its cultural context rather than the actor involved. She expressed concern over the advertisement’s representation of relationships and traditional themes, arguing that festivals should honor true cultural expressions. Following widespread debate, the controversial ad…

Sex is biologically expensive, so why did evolution keep it? Harvard scientists put the question to yeast

Harvard researchers studying yeast have found evidence that sexual reproduction can provide an evolutionary advantage, particularly when environments change. Across 960 generations, sexually reproducing yeast populations became fitter than asexual populations and performed better under shifts in temperature, salinity, acidity and phosphate levels. Scientists suggest sexual reproduction helps reshuffle genes, separating beneficial mutations from harmful…