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Kiku Sharda in a comedic female get-up, potentially alongside his wife Priyanka, on a TV show set.
March 19, 2026 1 min read

Wheel of Fortune: Kiku Sharda’s wife reacts to seeing him in female get-ups all the time

Forget method acting; Kiku Sharda's commitment to his craft has apparently manifested an entire extended family for his wife, Priyanka. Her recent quip on Wheel of Fortune – that thanks to Kiku's relentless parade of 'chachis' and 'dadis' in female get-ups, she's never short on relatives – isn't just a chuckle-worthy anecdote; it's a testament to the sheer, delightful absurdity of Indian television. Who needs a family reunion when your husband's wardrobe is a revolving door of matriarchs?

March 19, 2026 1 min read

India’s semiconductor push to drive $300 billion market by 2035: Report

Graphic depicting India's semiconductor industry growth with a $300 billion market target.

Well, look who decided to join the silicon party, and not just with an invitation, but with a blueprint for the entire venue! India’s audacious semiconductor push isn't just about catching up; it’s about becoming a serious player in the global chip chess match. For decades, the tech world wondered if India would truly leverage its engineering might beyond software, and it seems the answer is a resounding, silicon-infused 'yes.' Prepare for a world where 'Made in India' doesn't just mean code, but the very chips that run your AI, your car, and potentially, your entire data universe. It's less a 'push' and more an economic tectonic shift.

March 18, 2026 1 min read

Bargain Hunting in a Bear Market? Sanjay H Parekh's Playbook for Quality Stocks

Financial chart with a downward trend, overlaid with an investor's hand pointing at an attractive stock valuation.

While the headlines scream doom and gloom, and your portfolio might feel like it's auditioning for a dramatic freefall, Sanjay H Parekh offers a rather refreshing, if counter-intuitive, perspective: it's not a crisis, it's a clearance sale! Forget the panic button; apparently, the smart money is quietly sharpening its pencils, eyeing those 'quality' tags. Because nothing says 'savvy investor' quite like calmly picking up premium goods while everyone else is running for the hills, clutching their pearls.

March 18, 2026 1 min read

Code architecture, scope will stay in human hands in AI age: CodeRabbit founder

CodeRabbit founder Harjot Gill discussing human oversight of AI-generated code architecture.

Despite the breathless headlines, the notion that AI will entirely usurp human developers in the realm of software creation is, frankly, adorable. While AI might be a prodigiously fast coder, spitting out syntax faster than a caffeinated intern, it still largely operates as a brilliant, obedient tool. It's the human architect who designs the skyscraper, not the robot bricklayer, who ensures it stands tall and serves a purpose beyond just 'being built.' AI gives us the materials and assembly, but the vision, the grand design, and the subtle art of 'why' something should exist – that remains firmly in our meatware hands.

March 18, 2026 1 min read

Telecom startup Velmenni raises Rs 30 crore led by Pi Ventures

Futuristic light beams transmitting data wirelessly between devices, symbolizing Velmenni's LiFi technology.

Well, well, well. While the rest of us are still cursing our Wi-Fi routers and battling congested radio frequencies, Velmenni just waltzed in with Rs 30 crore, presumably to wave a magic wand and declare cables officially "last season." Pi Ventures clearly sees the light – literally – in a future where our data zips through the air on invisible beams, leaving the digital dinosaurs of copper and even crowded spectrum in their dust. It’s either pure genius or the most ambitious game of laser tag ever funded, but either way, sign us up for an internet connection that outruns light.

March 17, 2026 1 min read

AI, Earnings, and Equilibrium: Venugopal Garre's Rx for India's Market Valuations

Financial analyst Venugopal Garre speaking at a conference about India's market outlook, AI, and corporate earnings.

While the global market rollercoaster has many clutching their pearls and praying to the AI gods for immediate salvation, Venugopal Garre offers a refreshingly grounded perspective: perhaps India's market isn't destined for an AI-fueled hyper-bubble or an earnings-induced collapse, but a rather boring, sensible stabilization. It's almost as if he’s suggesting that genuine growth takes more than just catchy acronyms and quarterly theatrics, a notion tragically lost on most 'finfluencers'.

March 17, 2026 1 min read

Nine Years Strong: Nayana Nagaraj's Gratitude-Filled Odyssey Through the Glitz & Grit

Actress Nayana Nagaraj reflecting on her nine-year acting career with a grateful smile.

Nine years in an industry notorious for its fleeting fame and cutthroat competition is less about luck and more about strategic endurance. While "gratitude" sounds lovely on a press release, Nayana Nagaraj's consistent presence for nearly a decade speaks volumes about an iron will, a thick skin, and an agent who can probably walk on water. Let's be real, staying relevant in showbiz for nine years requires more than just a thankful heart; it demands relentless hustle, smart choices, and probably a few very deep breaths during the tough times.

March 17, 2026 1 min read

Trump accuses Iran of using AI to spread disinformation

Donald Trump speaking, with a subtle digital or AI-themed background graphic.

Well, well, well, look who just discovered the internet's latest boogeyman! Donald Trump, who once arguably redefined 'truth' through sheer force of will, is now pointing fingers at Iran for weaponizing AI to spread disinformation. It's almost poetic, isn't it? The man who practically invented the 'alternative fact' is now warning us about rogue algorithms. One has to wonder if he's genuinely worried about a new competitor in the 'truth-shaping' arena, or if he just heard 'AI' in a Netflix documentary and decided it was the perfect villain for his next Truth Social blockbuster.

March 16, 2026 1 min read

The Micro-Battles That Matter: 8 Assembly Bypolls Set to Shake States

Indian ballot box or EVM with a voter's finger, symbolizing by-elections.

Just when you thought the electoral dust had settled, like a political hydra, more seats sprout! Eight bypolls across six states aren't just about filling vacancies; they're the ultimate political stress test, a mid-term report card for the incumbent, and a desperate plea for relevance from the opposition. Forget the grand narratives for a moment; these are micro-battles where every doorstep knocked and every promise made carries the weight of future momentum. It's less about governing, more about gauging the public pulse before the main event, revealing the shifting sands of local sentiment.