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News18
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Love In Vietnam Makers Drop Amaal And Armaan Malik's First Song After Family Rift
Armaan Malik celebrates his birthday with the release of "Bade Din Huye" from Love in Vietnam, his first collaboration with brother Amaal after reports of alleged rift. Armaan Malik is celebrating his birthday today, and on this special day, the singer gave his fans an amazing surprise with the makers dropping a mesmerising love ballad titled Bade Din Huye from Love in Vietnam, sung by the singer and starring Shantanu Maheshwari and Avneet Kaur in pivotal roles. This song became even more special as it marks Armaan's first collaboration with brother Amaal after he announced breaking ties with the family. The romantic saga is the first-ever India-Vietnamese collaboration in Hindi cinema and stars the sensational beauty from Southeast Asia — Kha Ngan. The song marvellously captivates the essence and innocence of true love. Shot across the picturesque locations of Vietnam, this beautiful song, written by Rashmi Virag, is an absolutely unmissable piece of melody. Talking about the track, Armaan Malik said, 'Bade Din Huye is such a soothing track that has been beautifully composed by my brother Amaal. The song is about the innocent, uncomplicated love that binds two individuals. This song is very special for me, as after a long time I had the opportunity to collaborate with my brother for this melodious masterpiece." Acclaimed composer Amaal Malik shared, 'Romance is a very beautiful feeling, and it had to be brought right in this track. Armaan and I had not collaborated for long, and we really wanted to bring something that highlights true love in the most melodious way — and here it is." Bade Din Huye is sung by Armaan Malik, composed by Amaal Malik, and produced by DRJ Records. Earlier, in an interview with The Hindustan Times, the singer shared that nothing has changed between him and Amaal. 'Our bond is and will always be the same. I know my relationship with my brother, and we are pretty tight. I am the kind of person who doesn't care about what people think or what social media users think. All I care about is what my brother and I think, and we are pretty sorted. Nothing can ever change between us," he said, shutting down rumours of any strain. The brothers have had a successful history of musical collaborations. Their past projects include popular tracks like Buddhu Sa Mann, Ghar Se Nikalte Hi, Jaan Hai Meri, among others. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Sport
- Pink Villa
Soft red balls, hard questions: Inside the India vs England Test ball controversy
For over 250 years, the Dukes cricket ball has been the red heart of England's Test matches, known for its sharp seam, pronounced swing, and impressive durability. Built to last and crafted entirely by hand, each ball takes more than three hours of meticulous work. But in July 2025, that legacy has hit a bumpy patch. During the India vs England Test series, players raised alarm bells over softening seams and erratic bounce, leading to a full-blown production review by the manufacturer. So what makes a Dukes ball so special, and why is it suddenly in hot water? Four pieces, one standard: The craft behind the ball Per Red Bull, every Dukes ball starts with premium leather from a specific Scottish tannery—thick, tough, and rigorously compressed to 3.5mm. Unlike the two-piece white balls used elsewhere, a Dukes is stitched together using four uniform panels, all cut from the same hide for even wear. Beneath the leather sits a cork core infused with Malaysian rubber, creating the hard centre fast bowlers love. But the real magic lies in the seam. Unlike the machine-made standard of four, each Dukes ball is hand-stitched with six rows of thread by skilled artisans who spend an hour per ball. This results in a seam that's meant to grip the pitch longer and offer superior movement. After stitching, the ball is polished with synthetic grease, especially the red variant, to enhance shine and moisture resistance. It's this finish that helps bowlers move the ball laterally well past the 40-over mark. The softening saga: Why the Dukes ball is under scrutiny Things took a sharp turn during the third Test at Lord's. India's Shubman Gill visibly protested a ball change, unhappy with the replacement's lack of hardness. Jasprit Bumrah's lethal swing with the original new ball quickly evaporated. Critics like Stuart Broad piled on, pointing out that the ball had been losing shape too soon, often within 30 overs, as reported by The Hindustan Times. Under growing pressure, British Cricket Balls Ltd. owner Dilip Jajodia initially defended the ball's structure, even warning that hardening it further could 'break fingers.' But by mid-July, he's changed course. As reported by the BBC, Jajodia agreed to a full inspection, promising to re-evaluate materials, stitching, and tanning processes. The ECB has begun collecting used balls from the series to support the investigation. With England leading the series 2-1, the spotlight now shifts to Manchester, and the ball that will define the fourth Test.
Mint
4 days ago
- Business
- Mint
TDS refund rules to be made simpler under Income Tax Bill 2025? Here's what we know
Taxpayers often have to file income tax returns just so to claim a refund for having tax deducted at source for various reasons even when their income does not fall under the taxable bracket. The government is reportedly working on fulfilling this requirement simpler now. Instead of filing ITRs solely for claiming TDS refund, taxpayers may be able to do it by just filling up a simple form, according to a report by The Hindustan Times. The Select Committee on the Income Tax Bill 2025 made a recommendation to this effect to the government, the report said citing functionaries related directly with the legislation. 'The panel felt that the current mandatory requirement to file a return solely for the purpose of claiming a refund can inadvertently leads to prosecution, particularly for small taxpayers whose income falls below the taxable threshold but from whom TDS has been deducted. In such cases, the law should not compel a return merely to avoid penalty,' the official, who was not named, was quoted as saying by the newspaper. The government has accepted the suggestion and will implement it as an amendment to the bill, the person said. Two other panel members cited by HT confirmed that the idea is for the CBDT to work out a simple form for those who are not under the tax threshold, instead of them filing IT returns. 'We discussed it in the meeting. The idea is instead of filing an ITR, one can file a simple form for claims. The process will be linked with Form 26AS.' Form 26AS is a consolidated statement of tax deducted and collected at source. The Select Committee on the Income Tax Bill 2025 suggested to do away with a clause that says 'a person who intends to make a claim of refund under Chapter 10' should file an IT return. Under the recent amendments to the new tax regime, people getting salaries up to ₹ 12.75 lakh do not need to pay taxes. However, when salaried employees do not present the required documents, the employer deducts TDS. The panel also added more accountability to the controversial provision that empowers tax officials get access to a taxpayer's digital devices. One of the functionaries quoted by HT said that the new bill aims to simplify income tax laws as well as make tax administration nimble and efficient. 'For example, the existing Income-Tax Act, 1961 does not specifically mention digital devices, which often become a contentious point in case of litigation. This bill seeks to specifically authorise officials to gain access to digital devices, besides books of account, ledgers and other manual records showing details of income and expenditure,' he was quoted as saying. The new law is likely to be implemented from April 1 next year, the person reportedly said. A Parliamentary panel examining the Income Tax Bill-2025 on Wednesday made 285 suggestions on the draft legislation
Indian Express
7 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Narasimha Rao knew 17 languages, today we are asking — why learn Hindi: Naidu
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu Tuesday said former PM P V Narasimha Rao was a scholarly person who knew 17 languages, and took a veiled dig at the charge of Hindi imposition in states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, saying, 'now we are asking — why should we learn Hindi'? During a lecture on 'The life and legacy of former PM Shri PV Narasimha Rao', Naidu termed him a 'great statesman' and 'visionary' who changed the future of India. Independent India, he said, is divided into two phases: pre-economic reforms and after it. Recalling the 1991 economic crisis, Naidu credited Rao for the economic reforms and called him 'one of the greatest sons of Bharat Mata'. 'P V Narasimha Rao was the Deng Xiaoping of India,' he said, likening the opening up of the economy in 1991 to Deng's transformation of the Chinese economy in 1978. 'He changed the future of India and we are enjoying the fruits of his reforms today,' Naidu said. '… Rao was heading a minority government then. Yet, because of his political acumen he could build a consensus across parties and ideologies. This was his greatest achievement,' he said. Naidu said it was because of the 1991 economic reforms that despite there being coalition governments between 1989 and 2014, 'the results produced were better than those in the previous decades with majority governments'. He commended ex-PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee for continuing the good work of Rao, recalling the road infra and telecom strides during his government (1998 to 2004). Naidu pointed to what he saw as India's four strengths — economic reforms, demographic dividend, first-mover IT advantage and now the strong leadership of PM Narendra Modi. 'Under Modi-ji from 2014, there has been further progress. India will become the third largest economy in 2028,' he said. Vikas Pathak is deputy associate editor with The Indian Express and writes on national politics. He has over 17 years of experience, and has worked earlier with The Hindustan Times and The Hindu, among other publications. He has covered the national BJP, some key central ministries and Parliament for years, and has covered the 2009 and 2019 Lok Sabha polls and many state assembly polls. He has interviewed many Union ministers and Chief Ministers. Vikas has taught as a full-time faculty member at Asian College of Journalism, Chennai; Symbiosis International University, Pune; Jio Institute, Navi Mumbai; and as a guest professor at Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi. Vikas has authored a book, Contesting Nationalisms: Hinduism, Secularism and Untouchability in Colonial Punjab (Primus, 2018), which has been widely reviewed by top academic journals and leading newspapers. He did his PhD, M Phil and MA from JNU, New Delhi, was Student of the Year (2005-06) at ACJ and gold medalist from University Rajasthan College in Jaipur in graduation. He has been invited to top academic institutions like JNU, St Stephen's College, Delhi, and IIT Delhi as a guest speaker/panellist. ... Read More
Hindustan Times
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan box office collection day 1: No takers for Shanaya Kapoor's debut film that opens at ₹35 lakh
Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan box office collection day 1: The Santosh Singh film didn't perform very well on Friday. As per the film, which marks the Bollywood debut of Shanaya Kapoor, couldn't even earn ₹50 lakh in India. The film also stars Vikrant Massey alongside Shanaya. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan box office collection day 1: Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor in a still from the film. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan domestic box office collection As per the report, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan opened in theatres at just ₹35 lakh. The film had an overall 9.92% Hindi occupancy on Friday. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan also earned lower than Vikrant's last film, The Sabarmati Report (2024). It had opened in theatres at ₹1.25 crore, as per Shanaya was supposed to make her debut with Bedhadak, but the film was shelved. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan review The Hindustan Times review of the film read, "Shanaya Kapoor makes a confident debut, even if her character (or the story) doesn't give her much to work with. Vikrant Massey, usually reliable, is decent but not at his best. His role as a visually-challenged man had the potential for nuance, but he doesn't quite land it. Zain Khan Durrani, as Shanaya's other love interest Abhinav, is adequate." "Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyaan feels like a love letter that never reached its destination. It tries to tug at your heartstrings but ends up playing out of tune. You're left wishing the film had seen its own potential more clearly — instead, it stumbles blindly in search of a spark that never quite ignites," it also read. About Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan revolves around emotions, romance, and the connection between its lead characters. The film, which released in theatres on Friday, was produced by Mansi Bagla and Varun Bagla. The film is written by Niranjan Iyengar and Mansi Bagla. The music has been composed by Vishal Mishra. Aankhon ki Gustaakhiyan" is presented by Zee Studios and Mini Films.
