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Director Buchi Babu Sana confirmed controversial scenes objectifying Janhvi Kapoor's character in 'Peddi' have been removed. He explained his original intent was to depict a character's rawness from a remote upbringing, acknowledging some shots were misleading. The film's inspiration stemmed from observing sporting potential and the Khelo India initiative, aiming for an inspirational story. Read on to know more in detail.

India’s too big for a movement of the young to upend its system. And youth anger doesn’t necessarily produce better governance. That said, politicians must respond to what justifiably angry young Indians are saying

The clash between India’s "uncles" and its youth is hardly unique. Across democracies, a widening generational gap is leaving younger citizens feeling unheard and underrepresented

For Chirag, qualifying for Asian Games was not the final destination but only the beginning of a much bigger dream

Nepal embassy officials, with local police, rescued 13 Nepalese nationals from a Dehradun dharmshala, days after a larger group was freed from a job scam in Kushinagar. These incidents highlight a pattern of Nepalese youth being lured to India with false job promises, prompting calls for a joint mechanism to prevent such exploitation.

Son of Thanjai, an action-adventure game set in 11th-century South India, has been unveiled by Ayelet Studio. Players will embody Prince Vinnendiran, a Chola royal who loses his family and throne, embarking on a journey of self-discovery amidst invasion and instability. The game features unique combat with the Surul Vaal and is inspired by ancient Tamil culture and martial arts.

Pakistan has named Sahibzada Farhan as captain for the 2026 Asian Games cricket tournament, leading a youthful, experimental squad. Several uncapped players feature, with Abdul Samad as vice-captain. This selection marks Farhan's first white-ball captaincy. Notably, established stars like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi are absent from the 15-member team.

BJP national president Nitin Nabin took a veiled dig at CJP for attempting to steer India's youth towards "negative politics." Speaking in Ranchi, he asserted that the nation's youth are focused on national development and securing their future, vowing to counter such attempts democratically. Nabin also emphasized the crucial role of farmers in India's progress.

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar voiced concerns over Jasprit Bumrah's inconsistent availability for national duty. He expressed confusion regarding Bumrah's career path, particularly his absence from upcoming T20I tours after a full IPL season. Manjrekar also revealed Bumrah was his preferred choice for T20 captaincy, a role now taken by others due to the pacer's limited commitments.

GenZ’s ripped the mask off India’s horror entrance exam system that students have been forced to obey for years, even as many dreams went bust. Now, they’ve themselves dealt with what threatens their future. Govt, waste not this moment

Lizzo has renewed debate over Olympic dance sports by arguing that twerking deserves recognition just as breaking once did. Breaking became an Olympic sport at Paris 2024 but will not return for Los Angeles 2028. Lizzo also backed voguing as a future Olympic event. Both dance forms currently lack the governing bodies and competition systems required for Olympic inclusion.

Shreyas Iyer will captain India's men's cricket squad at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earning a maiden call-up. This selection signals a new direction for India's white-ball strategy, blending experienced players like Jasprit Bumrah with emerging talent for the continental event.

R Madhavan opened up about his unique approach to parenting, treating his son Vedaant as a young adult and instilling values of trust and responsibility. During the challenging times of the COVID-19 lockdown, he made the pivotal decision to relocate to Dubai to nurture Vedaant's budding career in professional swimming, emphasizing the importance of securing his son's future.

Summer Game Fest 2026 kicks off today, June 5, with Geoff Keighley and Lucy James hosting live from Los Angeles. The two-hour showcase promises world premieres, developer updates, and new game reveals, including confirmed titles like Star Wars Zero Company and Clutch. Following the main event, Day of the Devs will highlight indie projects.

Shreyas Iyer will captain India's T20I squad against Ireland and England, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earning a maiden call-up. Jasprit Bumrah is rested for workload management, while Hardik Pandya is undergoing rehabilitation. Both are included in the Asian Games squad.

Australian coach Antony Patterson is strategically shifting Balraj Panwar to the quadruple scull to maximise India's medal prospects at the Asian Games. This tactical move aims to secure more golds, acknowledging the altered rowing program and the need for competitive combinations against international rivals.

Manav Suthar's dream materialized with his maiden India Test call-up against Afghanistan, a moment his sister first shared. The left-arm spinner, who debuted receiving his cap from Kuldeep Yadav, spoke of years of hard work and family emotions. Inspired by Yuvraj Singh and R Ashwin, Suthar's journey from street cricket to the international stage is a testament to his perseverance.