The 2026 Kerala Assembly polls have set the stage for a high-stakes triangular contest between the ruling LDF, the main opposition UDF, and the national BJP. With voter enthusiasm high, all three fronts have concluded their intensifying poll campaigns, promising a fiercely competitive battle for control of the Keralam state legislature.
Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur’s romantic revenge thriller “Dacoit” releases tomorrow with strong expectations. Directed by debutant Shaneil Deo, it eyes Sesh’s biggest opening. North America premieres earned $215K, with $415K weekend sales. In India, nearly 40K tickets were sold on BookMyShow, signalling a strong global box office start.
Today, April 9th, Kolkata Knight Riders face off against Lucknow Super Giants in a high-stakes IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens, starting at 7:30 PM IST. Cricket fans are eager after the last match was washed out by rain, but the Reginoal Meteorological Department reports minimal rainfall risk today, suggesting the match is likely to […]
The Indian Army rescued 135 tourists stranded in landslide-hit North Sikkim, where road links were snapped. About 1,000 tourists remain stuck in Lachen. Under Operation Him Setu, troops opened routes and evacuated vehicles. The Border Roads Organisation continues snow clearance as rescue efforts intensify near Chungthang amid harsh weather.
AP CM Chandrababu has approved key reforms in the Andhra Pradesh revenue system, including the printing and distribution of 1.12 crore pattadar passbooks to secure landownership. Officials have been tasked with completing the initiative by March 2027. Also, around 1.37 lakh acres of land will be removed from the prohibited 22A list, enhancing farmers’ rights.
Donald Trump warned Tehran that a two-week ceasefire may be temporary, saying US forces will remain deployed around Iran until a “real agreement” is fully honoured. Posting on Truth Social, he cautioned that any violation could trigger stronger military action, declaring the “shooting starts” if compliance fails amid tensions with the United States.
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The film ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is facing fresh legal challenges as Trimurti Films filed a petition in the Bombay High Court, claiming the song ‘Hum Pyaar Karne Wale’ was used without authorization. This follows an earlier copyright dispute over the story. Despite the controversies, the film continues to dominate the box office, earning over Rs. 1,600 […]
AP CM Chandrababu is set to visit Bapatla’s Surepalli today to distribute error-free land title passbooks under ‘Your Land-Your Right’ initiative. The AP govt, correcting past survey mistakes, has already issued 22.79 lakh passbooks this year, with 3,658 more for local farmers today. He will also hold a meeting to engage directly with the farming […]
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren urged Assam voters to cast their votes, calling it a day to determine their rights, dignity, and future. Campaigning for 16 seats with Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, he appealed especially to tea tribe communities, emphasizing voting as a stand against injustice, lies, and plutocracy, and urged unity for a brighter future.