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28 Nov 2025 - Vol 04 | Issue 49

Dharmendra

The first action hero

All Magazine Stories - November 2025 Issue

Simone Ashley's stellar performance in This Tempting Madness

2 min read
Simone Ashley's stellar performance in This Tempting Madness
Web Series Review: Dining With the Kapoors
Web Series Review: Dining With the Kapoors
2 min read
He-Man with a Heart: Masculinity was gentle but never fragile with Dharmendra
Babar Afzal frames the artisanal luxury of pashmina
Glitz and Clamour
Glitz and Clamour
7 min read
Homecomings: Amit Chaudhuri wonders about home as he wanders around Paris
Redemption Act: Mahmood Farooqui’s prison memoir finds freedom and fellowship through theatre
BSF personnel on a patrol along the India-Pakistan International Border (File Photo)
Protein helps build and maintain tissues, including muscle, and supplies amino acids used to make enzymes, hormones and other essential components of the body.
Herd mentality can be observed in different areas of business, including investing, marketing and product development.
Trump also made disparaging claims about Somalis living in the US, alleging that 98 per cent did not work and benefited from theft.
PM Modi attended the Indian Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi, along with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, UP Governor Anandiben Patel and CM Yogi Adityanath.
The Fine Print of AI Philanthropy: Why Anthropic and Elon Musk are giving away billions
Stargazer: Kirti Kulhari, Avijit Dutt and Kartik Aaryan
Wonder Women: The care and sweet gestures that make life possible
Jogen Chowdhury died in Kolkata on October 25, aged 87
‘All Politicians Are Actors’
‘All Politicians Are Actors’
6 min read
"Brahmins will show way, Kevats will ferry us across": SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav escalates poster war with new social engineering pitch ahead of UP Assembly polls
Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida
Rajinikanth in Jailer 2
People’s Superstar
5 min read
Simon Kuper, noted Paris-based writer and columnist
L’Oréal is developing products targeting the side effects of rapid weight loss, as the beauty giant reportedly sees weight-loss drugs changing beauty and skincare sales.
Manish Narwal claimed silver in the men’s 10m air pistol SH1 in Nagoya as India finished the Asian Para Games with a record 114 medals, including 30 gold. PM Modi hailed the haul as an occasion of “immense pride and joy”.
Donald Trump left open both another US strike on Iran and a negotiated agreement after voting early in Florida. Iranian media separately denied reports of a new offer linking the reopening of Hormuz to an end to the US naval blockade
Barack Obama mocked Donald Trump’s White House renovations while campaigning for Democrats in Ohio. The former president also criticised the administration over Iran and urged voters to turn out for the midterms
Protesters in Piazza Duomo in Milan, Italy, during demonstrations against the rising cost of living, low wages and inadequate public services.
Unspoken Life: The emotional cost of male loneliness
A technician takes a selfie while repairing wireless devices, Prayagraj
Death by Selfie
6 min read
Namita Thapar has joined Bonkers Corner’s fight against fakes, appearing in a campaign with founder Shubham Gupta, Anushka Sen and Major Rishab Singh Sambyal
Together, the three engagements place jobs, military aviation and secure financial technology at the centre of PM Modi’s Sunday itinerary
Water for Peace
Water for Peace
14 min read
The appeal of Mitchell Santner's bowling lies in the distance between its unhurried appearance and the decisions it demands
India Clinch Thrilling Victory Over New Zealand as Tilak Varma Shines with Unbeaten 51
Supertails brings the pets back into the family’s Diwali—and pet care into the festive preparations. Essentials, pharmacy, grooming and consultations become part of making the celebration comfortable for everyone
Rahul Gandhi in the INDIA bloc-led sit-in protest at Akashvani Bhawan over the alleged irregularities in the electoral roll, in New Delhi.
Imagine the episode reaching its most delicate moment. The house has fallen silent. Someone is approaching. You lean towards the screen. Then the doorbell rings
Puneet Davar, CEO and managing director of Tropolite, has turned kitchen challenges into a growth recipe. Sales climbed from ₹109.02 crore in FY18 to ₹300.8 crore in FY25, nearly 2.8 times in seven years
Rahul’s Muslim Mousetrap: A shrinking Hindu base leaves Congress electorally exposed
Indian authorities have identified the detainees as Bhau and Faridpuria
The idol is not a product. She is a guest, and Kolkata, for all its faded grandeur, has never forgotten how to host
The Gleaners by Jean-François Millet
Mehr Pasricha, policy head and national spokesperson, CJP
Review expenses regularly, separate needs from wants honestly and increase the savings share whenever income rises
Born in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, in 1952, Murakami began attracting attention while still a university student
The Spectre of Regime Change
The Spectre of Regime Change
12 min read
Elon Musk alleged that Ukraine aid was being laundered into US political campaigns, without offering evidence in the quoted post. Volodymyr Zelenskyy separately said restrictions on SpaceX’s satellite networks continued to hamper Ukraine’s war effort
US President Donald Trump threatened a naval “stopover” near Cuba and possible fresh strikes against Iran during a midterm campaign rally in Florida. Cuba rejected his remarks as Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Cubans to cooperate discreetly with the CIA
The Globetrotter: No One Talks to the Arab Parties
The Globetrotter: No One Talks to the Arab Parties
3 min read
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged sweeping operations in Hebron and further settlement expansion after a West Bank attack wounded five people
US First Lady Melania Trump has helped broker a local ceasefire in Ukraine’s Russian-occupied Oleshky, the White House says. Due to begin October 29, it aims to allow aid deliveries and civilian evacuations
As a piece of celebrity customisation, Lionel Messi's advertisement is economical and playful. As a reason to recommend a chess opening, it needs rather more explanation
Rubio in Jamnagar
Rubio in Jamnagar
4 min read
PM Modi with BJP National President Nitin Nabin, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister JP Nadda and other leaders during an NDA meet in New Delhi. (File Photo)
Black Dog Calls Manish Malhotra. Blenders Pride Knows the Number
BookMyShow had earlier issued a statement saying that reports of the Diljit Dosanjh AURA India Tour concert in New Delhi being cancelled were inaccurate. “Permission for the event had been temporarily withheld, not cancelled, and the two should not be confused,” it said.
G-SHOCK Goes G-CHIC: Can the Tough Guy Dress Up?
G-SHOCK Goes G-CHIC: Can the Tough Guy Dress Up?
5 min read
Why would medicines associated with diabetes and weight management change a beer order? The answer begins with appetite. It may extend to the desire for alcohol itself
A wounded Shroff and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde after the incident
Empire of Fear
8 min read
Global business-jet departures reportedly reached 3.9 million in 2025. Meanwhile, manufacturers delivered 842 new jets, well below the 1,290 delivered at the 2008 peak
The Remains of a Legacy
The Remains of a Legacy
4 min read
Salesmen show iPhones to customers at the Apple store at Select Citywalk, Saket, in New Delhi. (File Photo)
Lenskart’s financial disclosures already show rising selling prices and more units per buying account. Its new concept adds a setting designed to encourage discovery
JioHotstar’s Ramayana bet brings the ticket counter to the living room. A growing connected-TV audience could help build India’s second box office, one household purchase at a time
For a Jio customer, the familiar question has been: how much data does this plan give me? For a Jio shareholder, another question joins it: what can this business become?
On October 20, Union Home Minister Amit Shah met several families affected by the drug menace and promised that the Union government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi will finish the business of drugs in Punjab by December 31, 2029
Poison Politics
9 min read
LG is growing on bigger screens. Samsung’s TV and soundbar sales are rising. Challengers are bringing premium features within reach. With its TV and audio revenue flat, Sony has to make its badge worth the extra money
US President Donald Trump called Elon Musk and asked him to restore Ukraine’s full access to the Starshield satellite communications network, The New York Times reported.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said that stranded Umrah pilgrims have returned safely to India, with help continuing for those who are still waiting. (File Photo)
Airbnb’s Amex Upgrade: The Hotel Credit Gets a House Guest
L-R: Niraj Rajmohan, CTO; Vinayak Bhat, CPO; Narayan Subramaniam, CEO. Ultraviolette is moving towards a business in which investment in batteries, motors and electronics can serve several kinds of customer
Amit Malik- Founder and CEO- AMAHA
Indian para shooter Mona Agarwal
The title of Francis Fukuyama's memoir, In the Realm of the Last Man, shows he is not tired of explaining
In the Realm of Francis Fukuyama
3 min read
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said work on the Badrinath Dham master plan was progressing rapidly, with efforts underway to improve facilities for pilgrims despite the challenging nature of the journey.
A magnitude-7 earthquake struck northern Tibet on Thursday night. Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported 16 deaths and 32 injuries.
Israel Defence Forces Chief of Staff Lt Gen Eyal Zamir
Bumble is bringing Janhvi Kapoor, Manika Batra and rapper Reble together to answer real-life relationship questions
President Trump called for the resignation of Ilhan Omar as he endorsed a report saying Omar’s real name is Ilhan Nur Said Elmi.
India’s smartphone shipments fell 20% in July–September 2026, with the sub-₹20,000 segment plunging 47%, according to Counterpoint’s preliminary estimates
Samsung’s Galaxy Z foldables gained traction as the brand reclaimed India’s smartphone crown. Its Galaxy A series, however, drove shipment volumes in a shrinking market
Kostya, the author's Moscow student who passed away recently in a Ukrainian attack.
Goodbye, Kostya—I'm Sorry
5 min read
Voting is underway for biennial elections to the Legislative Councils of 4 states in the Graduates’ and Teachers’ constituencies. (File Photo)
India’s first snow leopard census recorded 718 across the Himalayas, including 477 in Ladakh.
Scientists at Hyderabad’s CSIR-CCMB have identified DZIP3, a protein that detects viral RNA and activates the body’s immune response.
Mark Zuckerberg wants access to the wealth tied up in Meta while preserving his ability to steer it
Quick commerce has raised the standard for what Indians can expect from convenience. A familiar product being available a short walk away now faces an alternative purchase journey
Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that easing sanctions would strengthen Vladimir Putin as Russian attacks continued. The Ukrainian president said any ceasefire must include strong guarantees against renewed aggression
Kusal Mendis praised Sri Lanka’s belief after their historic 430-run chase against England in Rawalpindi. Rathnayake’s century and explosive contributions from Fernando, Shanaka and Liyanage powered the record pursuit
Vladimir Putin said Russia was ready to resume trilateral consultations with Ukraine and the US. He also accused European leaders of stoking fears of war, insisting Moscow did not seek a conflict with Europe
Piyush Goyal challenged Europe’s record on climate responsibility and warned that its carbon levy could raise industrial and infrastructure costs. Speaking in Berlin, he urged wealthy nations to provide greater support for developing economies
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Emmanuel Macron of contradicting his earlier defence of the Iran nuclear deal. The exchange comes as Tehran restricts dollar purchases amid tightening US sanctions
Donald Trump has warned that the US “may go a little further” against Iran, reiterating his opposition to Tehran acquiring a nuclear weapon. His administration claims its economic campaign is squeezing Iranian oil revenues
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi
SEBI’s investor material on fake trading applications describes a sequence involving fabricated expertise, an app displaying supposed profits, pressure to invest more and blocked withdrawals accompanied by excuses or fees
Amir Shokeen was arrested on Thursday after a clip allegedly showing him making racial remarks against a young man from Tripura triggered widespread outrage
EAM Jaishankar said the negotiations were moving towards completion, while cautioning that the final stretch could still throw up challenges
Sonia Gandhi will get followers because she is who she is. But she won't get engagement unless she follows a process
Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was sent back to India on October 20, a day after the alleged incident, without competing in his scheduled events
Washington’s DeepSeek restrictions reach beyond the chatbot to products built using its technology. The crackdown puts AI suppliers, data flows and government procurement under sharper scrutiny
The investigation has now widened with two fresh arrests