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Time of India
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘I prefer to remember him smiling': Flavio Briatore explains why he stays away from Michael Schumacher
More than a decade after Michael Schumacher 's life-altering skiing crash, former Benetton team boss Flavio Briatore has offered one of the few fresh glimpses into the F1 legend's closed world. Speaking to Italy's Corriere della Sera , and echoed in follow-up coverage across international outlets, the 74-year-old said he still speaks with Schumacher's wife, Corinna, but chooses not to visit the seven-time world champion at their Swiss home. His reasons shed light on both a long, private friendship and the painful reality of Schumacher's condition. A friend who keeps his distance 'If I close my eyes, I see Michael smiling after a victory. I'd rather remember him like that than see him lying in bed,' Briatore told the paper. Those words capture a dilemma familiar to many who have watched loved ones suffer catastrophic injury: the pull between loyalty and the wish to preserve happier memories. Schumacher, 56, has not been seen in public since the off-piste accident in Méribel, France, on 29 December 2013, which left him with severe brain trauma. In steady touch with Corinna Although he stays away physically, Briatore said the lines of communication remain open. 'Corinna and I talk often,' he revealed, underscoring the mutual trust that still links Schumacher's inner circle to the man who first spotted the German's talent in the early 1990s. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo Corinna has famously guarded her husband's privacy, releasing virtually no medical detail beyond confirming that he continues rehabilitation at their Lake Geneva estate. Briatore's comment respects that secrecy while hinting at the solidarity friends maintain from a distance. The Benetton bond that changed F1 Briatore's connection to Schumacher runs deep: as Benetton team principal he fast-tracked a 22-year-old rookie into the seat in 1991, then built the outfit around him. Schumacher repaid that faith with back-to-back world titles in 1994 and 1995—championships that launched a career which ultimately tied Lewis Hamilton's record of seven crowns. That shared history explains why Briatore's words carry weight; few others were as close during the German's meteoric rise. A guarded legacy, a public yearning Since the accident, official updates on Schumacher have been scant. Even small gestures—like fellow great Sir Jackie Stewart carrying a helmet bearing the initials 'MS' during a Bahrain GP lap earlier this year—make headlines because information is so rare. Briatore's decision 'not to intrude,' as some supporters interpret it, reinforces the family's stance: Michael's recovery is private, and memories of his brilliance on track remain the picture they wish the world to keep. Why Briatore's stance matters Fans, sponsors and former colleagues still crave news of one of motorsport's biggest icons. Yet Briatore's comments remind observers that respect sometimes means restraint. By choosing memories of a champion lifting trophies over the reality of long-term care, he signals that Schumacher's competitive spirit—not his injury—should define his story. As the F1 paddock rolls on without the driver who once owned its record books, that perspective may be the closest thing to an update the public receives—and, Briatore suggests, perhaps the fairest way to honor a friend. 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
23-06-2025
- Time of India
New Baba Vanga's July 5 Prediction: Is a Major Catastrophe Coming?
Ryo Tatsuki, one of the most famous manga artist and a who is now world famous with the name - "New Baba Vanga". She has has become a global name because of her terrifying accurate predictions and one of her predictions about Japan's Tsunami is creating panic among the people across the globe and due to this reason people are reconsidering their plans to visit Japan and a large number of people are cancelling their tickets. Let's have a look about her horrifying predictions which she had made about Japan and why are people cancelling their tickets: The Major Catastrophe on July 5, 2025: The scary prediction for July 5 2025 which has created a global panic among the people and the is the only reason for cancelling the Japan visit. According to the book " The Future I Saw", the cities of Japan will collapse beneath the sea as a result of a catastrophic maritime catastrophe that may have been caused by an underwater explosion or volcano eruption. Ryo Tatsuki warned of a great disaster that would strike Japan on July 5. The images show the sea "boiling" and "giant bubbles," suggesting a mega-tsunami that would primarily strike Japan's south coast and neighboring areas. She also claimed that waves much more potent than those caused by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake could be triggered by a deep-sea fracture between Japan and the Philippines. Mass Cancellations Hit Japan's Travel Industry Amid July 5 Disaster Fears There is a concern among the people about Tatsuki's prediction. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo As per the reports, between late June and early July, reservations for flights from Hong Kong to Japan decreased by 83%. Tatsuki's prediction has caused a great panic and anxiety among people. As a result of this, tourists who purchased tickets to Japan in July are reconsidering and subsequently canceling their trip. The primary reason for ticket cancellations is that these travelers are becoming anxious and afraid as a result of the trip. Even if the calamity doesn't happen, the impact on Japan's tourism sector is already apparent. Japan's tourism industry is eagerly expecting July and hoping that the situation won't be as bad as predicted as rumors start to spread. Japan's Authorities on Horrifying Disaster Prediction The authorities of Japan are trying to maintain a calm the public. The governor of Miyagi, Yoshihiro Murai requested the citizens not to panic and to remain composed, emphasizing that citizens are not leaving the nation. Additionally, he urged travelers to continue visiting Japan, stressing that there is no need for postponing plans. Past Preditions by Ryo Tatsuki In the past, Ryo Tatsuki has predicted events including the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, the deaths of Princess Diana and Freddie Mercury, and the Covid-19 epidemic that many people think actually happened. Additionally, she has warned of a potentially more severe variant of the virus that is predicted to appear in 2030. New Baba Vanga's July 5 Prediction: FAQs Who is Ryo Tatsuki? Ryo Tatsuki was a manga artist or a self-proclaimed clairvoyant, had made several spine chilling predictions in her book "The Future I Saw". Why are travellers cancelling their Japan visit? Due to the widely shared catastrophe forecast by Japanese manga artist and self-described clairvoyant Ryo Tatsuki, tourists are reportedly canceling trips to Japan planned for July 2025, particularly from Asian countries like Hong Kong and Taiwan. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sholay's restored, uncut version to be showcased at Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) "Sholay", one of India's most celebrated films of all time, is set to create magic on the big screen once again with the premiere of its fully restored, uncut version at the prestigious Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna, Italy. The screening, commemorating the film's 50th anniversary, will take place on June 27 at the open-air Piazza Maggiore, said a press release. Featuring an ensemble cast of Amitabh Bachchan , Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar, Jaya Bacchan and Amjad Khan, "Sholay" was written by Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar and directed by Ramesh Sippy. The film is considered an inalienable part of Indian pop culture due to its popular characters like Jai, Veeru and Thakur as well as Gabbar Singh, one of the iconic villains of Hindi cinema, and plenty of dialogues and action sequences. "Some things in life remain permanently etched in your mind. 'Sholay' is one such film," said Amitabh Bachchan, who played the role of Jai in the movie. He also recalled the "unforgettable experience" of shooting the movie. "At the time I had no idea that it would be a watershed for Indian cinema . Its dramatic change in fortunes from being declared an unsuccessful venture, to its record-breaking box office run was an emotional rollercoaster for all of us. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo "It's wonderful that the Film Heritage Foundation has restored 'Sholay' and that they have managed to locate and include the original ending as well as some deleted scenes in the restoration. I hope that even 50 years later, the film will capture the imagination of new audiences across the world," he added. Dharmendra, who essayed the part of Veeru, called "Sholay" the 8th wonder of the world. "I am thrilled to hear that the film is being restored and I am sure it will have the same success as it had 50 years ago. Who can forget the dialogues of Salim-Javed and the direction of Ramesh Sippy? So many scenes have gone down in the history of Indian cinema and every character became a star. But the real hero was the coin," he said. The veteran actor revealed that he was initially offered the choice between the roles of Gabbar and Thakur, but he wanted to play the role of Veeru as "he is so much like me". "I had so much fun on the shoot. My favourite scenes were the tanki scene, the scene in the temple, and so many others, but the most powerful scene I feel was the death of Jai, which is still etched in my mind," he added. Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, director of Film Heritage Foundation, said, "My first memory of Sholay dates back to the time when I was six years old and I remember lamenting because my mother refused to allow me to go to the cinema to watch the film." "I would never have imagined that 50 years later, I would have the opportunity to work on the restoration of the film - often described as the greatest Indian film ever made - with Shehzad Sippy of Sippy Films," he added. Sippy, representing Sippy Films, called the project a deeply personal journey. "'Sholay is the cornerstone of our family heritage and I am so proud that Sippy Films has been able to do a world-class restoration of the film with the Film Heritage Foundation. It has taken us three years, but we were able to find the original ending and some deleted scenes that the world will see for the first time at the grand premiere at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna," he added.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Time of India
Journo drags molester out of bus, hands him over to cops
Kolkata: A woman journalist returning home from work was allegedly slapped, abused, molested, and had her dress torn by a 55-year-old co-passenger in a bus. The accused, Sanjay Basak, a resident of Narayanpur, was seated on a seat reserved for women, next to the complainant, in a private bus on Friday night. According to the complaint filed by the woman, the accused started touching her inappropriately after he occupied the seat near Ultadanga. "I asked him several times to sit properly, but he was abusive and questioned my morality since I was returning so late at night and advised me to take a cab instead. Initially, I tried to adjust, but after some point, the discomfort was too much, and I shouted at him, raising an alarm," the woman told TOI. Startled by the woman's cries, the man stood up, to which the woman kept the bag she was holding on the seat to create a barrier. "The man picked up the bag and threw it at me. As I got startled and raised my voice, he slapped me and began tugging at my clothes, which eventually got torn," she said. The woman, however, didn't get intimidated and dialled the local police station to narrate her ordeal. The cops were quick to act and asked her to get down at Baguiati crossing while promising to send a team of officers at the earliest. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More The woman, with the help of some co-passengers, dragged the man out of the bus. Cops soon arrived, noted her complaint, and took the accused to Baguiati police station. "We have registered a case under BNS sections dealing with molestation, voluntarily causing grievous hurt, criminal intimidation, wrongful restraint, and mischief and arrested the person from the spot. The woman, who underwent a medical examination, will depose her confidential statement before the magistrate on Monday," said a Bidhannagar City Police officer. Basak was produced before a Barasat court, which granted him bail with conditions of timely appearance before the magistrate and not leaving the city without investigating officer's nod.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Next West Bengal CM or Team India head coach? Sourav Ganguly drops a massive hint
Kolkata: Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly during an interview with PTI at his residence, in Kolkata. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahaptra)(PTI06_21_2025_000340A) Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has expressed openness to potentially coaching the Indian cricket team while firmly rejecting any political aspirations ahead of the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. The 53-year-old former BCCI President made these comments during a recent podcast interview with PTI in Kolkata. Ganguly, who served as Team Director of Delhi Capitals from 2018-19 and 2022-24, addressed speculation about his future plans in cricket administration and coaching. "I never really thought about it because I got into different roles. I finished (competitive cricket) in 2013 and then became Board (BCCI) President," Ganguly said, highlighting that promoting women's cricket was his biggest contribution as BCCI President. 04:54 India lose momentum on Day 2 | England Fight Back at Headingley When asked about coaching the Indian team, Ganguly responded: "We'll see what the future holds. I'm just 50 (53), so let's see what happens. I'm open to it. We'll see where it goes." On the political front, Ganguly was unequivocal in his response. When asked about joining a political party, he simply stated: "I am not interested." Even when pressed about the possibility of being offered the state chief minister's position, he maintained the same stance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo Ganguly shared his thoughts on current Indian coach Gautam Gambhir 's performance, noting his improvement since the Champions Trophy victory in Dubai. Poll Should Sourav Ganguly consider coaching the Indian cricket team? Yes, he has the experience. No, he should focus on administration. Maybe, depending on the team's needs. Not sure, it depends on his interest. "Gautam (Gambhir) is doing a good job. He started off a little slow, losing to Australia and New Zealand, but he picked up with the Champions Trophy. This is going to be a big series (vs England)," Ganguly observed. Speaking about Gambhir's coaching style, Ganguly said: "I haven't seen him from very close in this role, but I know he is very passionate. I haven't observed his strategies closely because I haven't worked with him as a coach. He's very straightforward, he sees things clearly, and he's very open about what he feels, about the team, players, people, everything. From the outside, you can tell he's a very transparent person - what you see is what you get. " Ganguly recalled his playing days with Gambhir, noting: "I've played with him. He was a great guy with a lot of respect for me and the senior players. Even now, I can see he is extremely passionate about his job." Regarding Gambhir's future as coach, Ganguly expressed support for his development: "I wish him all the best. He's just a year into the job, and this will be an important (England) tour. He struggled a bit in Australia, but just like everyone else, he'll learn, he'll grow, and he'll become better." Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
