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Time of India
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL Rumors: Blackhawks delay contract extension talks with Connor Bedard despite rising value and strong commitment
Chicago Blackhawks are delaying Connor Bedard's contract extension (Image via The Canadian Press) The Chicago Blackhawks appear to be playing a strategic waiting game with their franchise centerpiece, Connor Bedard. As the young phenom approaches the final year of his entry-level contract, the NHL world expected the Blackhawks to move quickly to lock him down with a long-term extension. Yet, according to multiple reports, the team is opting to delay negotiations, signaling a potentially risky decision amid Bedard's skyrocketing value. Connor Bedard set for contract year as Chicago eyes other priorities Entering the 2025–26 season, Bedard will play the final year of his rookie deal before becoming a restricted free agent. While fans can rest easy knowing Bedard has expressed his loyalty—'he's committed to the Hawks for the long term,' per Chicago Sun-Times reporter Ben Pope—putting off an extension could prove costly. With each passing month, the 19-year-old's stock continues to soar, both on the ice and in market value. — bedsyboop (@bedsyboop) Chicago's front office may be avoiding the pressure of major negotiations this offseason, choosing instead to focus on team-wide priorities. But with the NHL's new calendar year beginning July 1, and Bedard officially eligible for an extension, many see this as a missed opportunity to secure their future at today's price tag. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Oldest Stars Who Are Still Alive And Often Forgotten Boite A Scoop Undo Team may prioritize other deals first, including goalie Spencer Knight Interestingly, while Bedard and teammate Frank Nazar are expected to have quiet summers regarding their contracts—both projected to sign extensions in 2026—the team may already be leaning toward locking up newly acquired goaltender Spencer Knight sooner. Knight arrived in Chicago via a blockbuster trade that sent veteran defenseman Seth Jones to Florida, a move that helped the Panthers capture their second Stanley Cup. Though Knight's immediate impact in Chicago remains to be seen, Pope reports that, 'Knight... also will become extension-eligible. That might have higher odds of happening this summer.' Also Read: NHL Trade Rumors: Hurricanes linked to blockbuster deal for Jason Robertson to fix playoff struggles If the Blackhawks hope to build around Bedard for the next decade, this delay may come at a steep price. With NHL stars commanding upwards of $10–12 million annually, waiting could cost the team both flexibility and leverage. The commitment is mutual—but timing, as always, is everything. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
What should FD investors do now as interest rates to fall further with RBI cutting repo rate again by 50 bps
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut the repo rate for the third time by XXXX basis points. With the latest cut, the repo rate now stands at XXXXX. The cut in the repo rate brings cheers for borrowers but bad news for fixed deposit investors. The banks have been cutting the FD interest rate as the RBI started reducing the repo rate at the start of 2025. How FD rate has been impacted since February 2025 The RBI has cut the repo rate by 25 bps each time in February and April 2025. Due to two successive rate cuts, banks have aggressively reduced FD interest rates. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ele era lindo, agora é difícil olhar para ele Boite A Scoop Undo According to the SBI Research report, "FD rates have been reduced in the range of 30-70 bps since February 2025." Along with the reduction in fixed deposit interest rates, banks are also reducing the interest rates on savings bank accounts. "Banks have already reduced interest rates on savings accounts to floor rate of 2.70%," said SBI in its report. Live Events How much FD rate cuts investors should expect in future? The RBI has cut the repo rate three times till now. According to the SBI research report, "Transmission to deposit rates is expected to be strong in the coming quarters. 100 bps repo rate cuts are expected in FY26." This is likely to happen if the CPI inflation remains below the medium-term target of 4%, supporting growth in fighting cyclical downturns, and if credit growth remains muted. What should be investment strategy as FD interest rates fall? There are very limited options available to FD investors when the interest rates are falling in the economy. Here are the steps which they should take to minimise the loss and make the maximum advantage of the current situation. Book FDs at current high rates The interest rates on fixed deposits are expected to fall in the upcoming months, however, it may take some time before it actually happens. There are many banks which are still offering FDs at attractive rates. Therefore, it is essential for FD investors to book FDs at current higher rates as soon as possible. Certain banks are still offering interest rates of 8% or higher for longer-term fixed deposits. However, as most of the highest interest rates currently available on FDs are being offered by Small Finance Banks so you should check the safety of your principal amount. If you book your FDs with any bank which is considered risky it will be better to book your FD in such a way that it is covered under Rs 5 lakh deposit insurance cover. Many major banks are currently offering interest rates of 7% or higher for longer-term fixed deposits. Going for medium to long term FD can be beneficial As interest rate cycle has reversed from rising interest rates to falling interest rates, it may take a while for the interest rate cycle to reach its bottom and make a turn around. While short term FDs will see quick reduction in interest rate, it may take a while for interest rate on medium to long term FDs to fall. Therefore, if you do not have any short-term need, a strategy of locking FDs for medium to long term can be beneficial. Count on laddering to save from lowest yield Senior citizens can still count on the laddering strategy to manage their fixed deposits (FDs) in terms of liquidity, returns, and interest rate fluctuations in the future. FD laddering strategy allows senior citizens to break the investible surplus into different tenures. As the FDs are divided into many parts and different FDs mature regularly, it saves the depositors from the eventuality of renewal risk when interest rates are low. Only a part of the FD corpus will get renewed at lower rate while rest of the FDs will still keep enjoying a higher interest rate. With time the interest rate cycle may turn again. As the FD matures, the proceeds can be used to reinvest at the prevailing rates or utilised as needed. Thus, the depositors can expect to keep getting above-average returns from the laddering strategy.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Subham OTT release date confirmed: When and where to watch the Telugu horror-comedy?
After a moderately successful theatrical run, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's debut production Subham is now gearing up for its OTT debut. The Telugu-language horror comedy, directed by Praveen Kandregula, is confirmed to stream exclusively on JioHotstar starting June 13, 2025. The film initially premiered in theatres on May 9 and is now preparing to reach a wider audience online. From ZEE5 Exit to JioHotstar Deal The digital release of Subham faced a delay due to a sudden change in OTT partnerships. Originally, the film had secured a deal with ZEE5 for both digital and satellite rights. However, following underwhelming box office collections on the first day, ZEE5 reportedly attempted to renegotiate the agreement. The fallout led Samantha to terminate the deal and strike a new partnership with JioHotstar. The platform officially announced the streaming date with a promotional poster, confirming the June 13 release. — JioHotstarTel_ (@JioHotstarTel_) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O carro de Paolla Oliveira choca o mundo inteiro, a prova em fotos! Boite A Scoop Undo Set in the pre-internet era of early 2000s Bheemili, Subham blends supernatural elements with comedy. The story follows Srinivas, a modest cable operator, and his wife Srivalli, an MBA graduate, whose life turns unsettling when Srivalli begins behaving strangely every night at 9 PM. Srinivas eventually discovers that multiple women in their village are facing similar unexplained behavior during the same hour. The bizarre pattern leads to a deeper mystery involving a spiritual attachment to a television serial titled Janma Janmala Bandham. Creative Plot and Fresh Talent The film's plot takes a humorous turn as three local friends, who manage the town's only cable network, attempt to resolve the possession issue by creating an alternate ending to the serial. Subham showcases a young and relatively new cast including Harshith Reddy, Gavireddy Srinivas, Charan Peri, Shriya Kontham, Shravani Lakshmi, Shalini Kondepudi, and Vamshidhar Goud. Samantha also appears in a brief cameo as Maya Matasri and is featured in a promotional song of the same title as the serial within the film. The screenplay is written by Vasanth Mariganti, while Raj Nidimoru served as the creative producer. The film's music is composed by the duo Shor Police, with Vivek Sagar handling the background score. Mridul Sujit Sen led the cinematography. The production was backed by Samantha's Tralala Moving Pictures in collaboration with Kanakavalli Talkies. Although it started slow at the box office, the film's clever narrative and performances helped it recover commercially, reportedly making profits on a Rs 10 crore budget. Samantha's strategic promotions across Telugu states played a major role in the film's turnaround. The horror comedy has been particularly appreciated for its unique concept and humorous commentary on entertainment's impact on women in rural India. With a growing fan base and digital release just around the corner, Subham is expected to find renewed interest among family audiences.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IndiGo inks initial pact with BIAL to set up MRO facility
Domestic carrier IndiGo on Friday said it has inked an initial pact with Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) to set up a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility at the Bangalore International Airport. Under the agreement, BIAL will allocate about 31 acres to IndiGo for development of MRO infrastructure to support the airline's expanding fleet, it said in a statement. The facility will be equipped to handle both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, further strengthening IndiGo's maintenance capabilities and operational presence at the Bengaluru Airport. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eran tan bonitos antes; míralos ahora; el número 10 te impactará. Boite A Scoop Undo "Developing broad IndiGo MRO capabilities marks a significant and very strategic step for IndiGo. Partnering with BIAL underlines our shared commitment to drive long-term growth of the aviation ecosystem in Bengaluru", IndiGo Chief Executive Officer Pieter Elbers said. Together with BIAL, IndiGo is further shaping the future of Indian aviation by focusing on innovation, growth and global connectivity that will define India's leadership in the skies, he added. Live Events "We see this collaboration as a pivotal step towards building a significant global presence for IndiGo, as well as for India," he added. "We have had a very successful, long-term relationship with IndiGo and this collaboration further strengthens our association with the airline. This is a strong validation of the growth potential of Bangalore Airport and the city as a premier aviation hub," BIAL MD and CEO Hari Marar said. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Government of Karnataka for their continued support in making this collaboration possible and enabling us to drive forward the next phase of aviation-led growth for the region, he said. The initial pact also outlines broader collaboration in areas, including network expansion, infrastructure development, and joint marketing initiatives. This partnership reflects the strategic intent of both organisations to enhance aviation infrastructure and position Bengaluru as a key hub for domestic and international operations for passenger and air cargo, as per the statement. With more than 400 aircraft in its fleet, a dedicated MRO facility will give a significant advantage in terms of aircraft availability, greater cost efficiencies and quicker turnaround benefiting the airline and its customers, IndiGo said. Further, the development of the MRO facility will help strengthen the aerospace and defence ecosystem in Karnataka, it added. IndiGo already has one MRO facility each in Delhi and Bengaluru.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
To play Mithya, I had to unlearn acting: Child actor Athish Shetty
To play the character Mithya, which, incidentally, won him awards and accolades, child actor Athish Shetty said he had to "unlearn" everything he knew about acting after doing more than a dozen films. 'Mithya' directed by Suman Bhat , under the banner of Rakshith Shetty's Paramvah Studios, is now showing on Amazon Prime. "Before 'Mithya', I was doing normal child characters -- you know, where you try to be cute, laugh a lot, cry every now and then. But Mithya was nothing like that, he was so silent -- he did not even cry although he was obviously sad -- that I couldn't understand him in the beginning," said Athish. Athish, who is turning 15 soon, said he has been part of the entertainment industry "as long as he could remember". "I must have been three or four when I first auditioned for a reality show for a TV channel in Mangaluru. Not only did I get through easily then, I also got the 'best performer of the week' for that show," added the child star, who has played bit roles in big budget films like 'Kantara', starring Risabh Shetty, and 'Vikrant Rona' starring Sudeep Kiccha. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Legendary Stars: Timeless Icons Boite A Scoop Undo His first fleshed out character came in a 2018 film, written and directed by Rishab Shetty -- 'Sarkaari Hiriya Praathamika Shaale, Kaasaragodu, Koduge: Raamanna Rai' starring industry bigwigs like Anant Nag. The film that won the 66th National Film Awards for Best Children's Film, is about a Kannada medium government school in Kasargod of Kerala that sits on the border of Karnataka. Even in that film, said Athish, he played a "normal child character". Nothing really prepared him for the titular role in 'Mithya', he said. "I think I am very lucky to have played Mithya," he added. He was only 11 or 12, when Bhat asked him to do a screen test, said Athish. "To tell the truth, my screen test was underwhelming. Sumanth sir persisted with me only because I worked previously in a web series produced by him," he said. Bhat told PTI that there was something about Athish's screen presence that he decided to stick with him despite his lacklustre take of Mithya during the screen test. "I knew that he would get into the character once I explained to him the nuances of being Mithya," said Bhat. Athish said the two-month workshop in Manipal that Bhat organised forever changed the concept of acting for him. "Sumanth sir was very thorough, he broke down Mithya's character in such minute detail that I understood where his angst and resentment could come from, even though as a person he is so different from me. I am not at all moody and I talk a lot. But I could understand why Mithya won't. This helped me a lot when I was shooting for the film," said Athish. 'Mithya' is not an easy film: it ventures too close to reality for comfort. It tells the story of a boy struggling to come to terms with the deaths of his parents. For much of the film, we watch Athish's Mithya whittle away at his restlessness until he reaches the core of his resentment --he blames his younger sister for triggering their parents' domestic discord. Athish said he also got lucky because Bhat eventually decided to let his younger brother Avish play his sister in the film. "The chemistry between us that you see in 'Mithya', is much like in real life. We are the same--we squabble, giggle and sometimes beat each other. In fact, Sumanth sir saw us play once during the workshop when my mother got Avish along with her and decided to cast him," said Athish. Bhat said he auditioned many to play Vandana, Mithya's sister. It never really worked out because at that age kids will naturally be fearful if a stranger slapped them, as it was needed in the script, he added. "But when Athish did that to Avish, he pushed him back instinctively before crying, which is a more natural response between siblings. I was looking for that kind of energy, so we decided on Avish, even though he was a boy," said Bhat. Athish said this not only helped make Mithya more real, but it paved a way for both their careers in the Kannada film industry . "I have done two films now -- 'Dhruva' and 'Exam Fear' -- where the film revolves around my character. They will be released soon. My brother too is working on a film with 'Kantara' Kishore, in which he plays a full-fledged role, too," said Athish. A Class 10 student, Athish said although he keeps himself busy in school too -- he's also national-level kickboxer and state-level Chinese martial arts Wushu fighter -- acting is something he holds very dear. "It's a lot of hard work. During school breaks, I end up doing two shifts -- 6 am to 6 pm and 6 pm to 6 am -- to complete my commitments. But I truly do not mind. I want to be an actor, no matter what. And a character like Mithya at such an early age, I think, is a blessing," added Athish. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
