Author: Rahul M

LONDON (AP) — Frida Kahlo’s face is one of the best known in art, thanks to her bold and challenging self-portraits.A lesser-seen self-depiction by the Mexican artist is going up for auction at Sotheby’s in what could be a record-setting sale.With an estimated price of $40 million to $60 million, “El sueño (La cama)” – in English, “The Dream (The Bed)” — may surpass the top price for a work by any female artist when it goes under the hammer on Nov. 8. That record currently stands at $44.4 million, paid at Sotheby’s in 2014 for Georgia O’Keeffe’s “Jimson Weed/White…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Taliban released on Friday a British couple held in Afghanistan for more than seven months on undisclosed charges, likely part of a wider effort to get their government recognized internationally years after taking power. The case of Peter and Barbie Reynolds, aged 80 and 76, underlined the concerns of the West over the actions of the Taliban since they overthrew the country’s U.S.-backed government in a 2021 lightning offensive. The Reynolds lived in Afghanistan for 18 years and ran an education and training organization in the country’s central province of Bamiyan, choosing to…

Hombale Films confirms Kantara prequel trailer release on September 22 at 12:45 PM, with the film hitting theatres worldwide on October 2 in seven languages.The much-awaited Kantara prequel is finally ready to meet its audience, and fans are in for a grand celebration. Hombale Films has officially announced that the trailer of this ambitious film will be released on September 22 at 12:45 PM, setting the stage for a massive pan-India premiere.Also Read:Deepika Padukone officially dropped from Kalki 2898 AD sequel, Vyjayanthi Movies issues strong statementThe film, directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, is slated for a worldwide release on…

Life can often feel overwhelming, with work, responsibilities, and personal commitments piling up. While stress is a natural part of life, there are simple steps you can take to reduce it and create a more peaceful, balanced lifestyle. Here are 7 simple things you can do to make life stress-free:- 1. Prioritise and Organise Your Tasks Add Zee News as a Preferred Source A cluttered mind often leads to stress. Start by making a list of tasks and prioritizing them based on urgency and importance. Breaking large tasks into smaller, manageable steps reduces anxiety and helps you stay focused. Using…

Japanese credit rating agency, Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I), has upgraded India’s long-term sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’. R&I also retained the “Stable” Outlook for the Indian economy. This is the third such upgrade by a sovereign credit rating agency this year, following S&P’s upgrade to ‘BBB’ from BBB- in August 2025 and Morningstar DBRS’ upgrade to ‘BBB’ (from BBB (low)) in May 2025, reaffirming India’s position as one of the most dynamic and resilient major economies in the world. Ministry of Finance issued a statement welcoming the decision by Rating and Investment Information to upgrade India’s…

It’s a common experience: you start the day feeling refreshed and hydrated, but sometimes after lunch, that energy dip hits, along with dry mouth or fatigue. You might even realize you haven’t had much water all day, despite starting strong in the morning. Why does hydration often dip after lunch, and what can you do to stay consistently hydrated throughout the day? The Science Behind the Afternoon Hydration Slump Busy Schedules and Distractions By the time lunch rolls around, many people have already been deeply engrossed in work, meetings, or other tasks. This focus often means they neglect to drink…

BMRCL has invited tenders to display ads on metro pillars and portals across Bengaluru, aiming to significantly boost non-fare revenue after new advertisement bye-laws.Advertisements are set to make a comeback on Namma Metro pillars after nearly seven years, with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) inviting tenders to display ads on select piers and portals across its entire network. The move follows the notification of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) — now Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) — Advertisement Bye-Laws, 2024, which explicitly allow BMRCL to monetise its infrastructure.Also Read:Good news! Bengaluru Yellow Line metro to run every 15 minutes…

Lucknow: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in Uttar Pradesh and chief of Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), an ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is keeping political observers guessing.Videos of him praising Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati as she prepares to revive her party, starting with a rally in Lucknow on 9 October, are viral on social media, sparking speculation about his next move before the assembly elections due in 2027. “Mayawati was an efficient ruler. Even today, people ask me about her rule, and I tell them that during her tenure, officials were so disciplined that they…

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has recommended resting Jasprit Bumrah for India’s upcoming Asia Cup fixtures against Oman and Pakistan, aiming to ensure the fast bowler’s full fitness for the tournament final scheduled on September 28. Gavaskar emphasized that resting Bumrah would allow India to keep their key bowler fresh and ready for the crucial matches ahead. Gavaskar also suggested that India’s team management could make a handful of changes to the playing XI for the Group Stage encounter against Oman on September 19. He recommended promoting Tilak Varma higher up the batting order and including Sanju Samson to provide…

Australia have been fined 10 percent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against India in the second Women’s One Day International in New Chandigarh on Tuesday. The sanction was imposed by G.S.Lakshmi of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees after it was found that Australia were two overs short of the target after the time allowances were taken into consideration. On-field umpires Vrinda Rathi and Janani Narayanan, third umpire Lauren Agenbag and fourth umpire Gayathri Venugopalan leveled the charge. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code…