Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette Automotive plans to introduce four products based on its newly developed VX-100 platform over the next 12 months, as it expands its portfolio beyond premium electric motorcycles into scooters and more affordable motorcycle segments. The new platform, based on a 100V architecture, made its production debut with the X-47 Venom,…
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for stricter security protocols across film and television productions following the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai. The federation has urged producers and production houses to strengthen background checks, verify workers’ credentials and improve access control at studios and shooting locations.The advisory comes…
11-year-old Indian-origin British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan Eleven-year-old chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan has made history by becoming the youngest female player ever to qualify for the International Master (IM) title.The schoolgirl from Harrow, England, achieved the milestone at the European Club Cup in Budva, Montenegro, breaking a record held by chess legend Judit Polgar for…
Maruti Suzuki updated the Baleno for 2026 with changes to its powertrain, styling and equipment. It continues to compete with the Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz and Toyota Glanza in the premium hatchback segment. Here’s how the four compare in dimensions, specifications, features and prices. 2026 Maruti Baleno vs rivals: Dimensions i20 has the longest wheelbase;…
Bajaj recently added the Pulsar N250SS to its portfolio, following the “SS” treatment it gave the N160 earlier this year. The model sits above the standard N250, with which it shares most of its underpinnings, but also gets some pretty substantial upgrades that set it apart. Here’s a breakdown of what each has to offer….
Dolly Parton’s estate finds a new brand ambassador: Her niece, Danielle Parton. (Angry at whoever says, ‘I’m proud to be part of that legacy’, they all suggested the Himalayas. (Instagram) is the best Jaipur designing. Danielle Parton, Dolly Parton’s niece, has officially been selected as the brand ambassador of the estate and is said to…
Maserati is slated to launch the GranTurismo and GranCabrio facelifts on October 30, 2026, four months after their global unveiling. This marks the first comprehensive refresh for the current generation. Here’s what you can expect from the updated models. What exterior updates will the Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio facelifts get? Maserati GranTurismo (left), GranCabrio…
‘Jailer 2’ faces controversy in Tamil Nadu_ Rajinikanth film song allegedly replaces National Anthem. Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ has stepped into a controversy after a song was allegedly played instead of India’s National Anthem before a screening at a cinema in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The incident reportedly occurred at Ajantha Ellora Cinemas on Coimbatore Road, where…
India’s young squash star Anahat Singh saw her run at the Silicon Valley Open come to an end after losing 3-1 to Malaysia’s Sivasangari Subramaniam on Friday (local time) in Redwood City.The 18-year-old started strongly, winning the opening game 11-5. However, Sivasangari bounced back to take the next three games 11-6, 11-4 and 11-7, securing…
The Tata Sierra EV was launched in June 2026, and while it shares its top hat with the ICE Sierra, the EV is based on the Acti.ev+ architecture that also underpins the bigger Harrier EV. Priced between Rs 18.79 lakh and Rs 25.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Sierra EV is available with two battery pack options…
