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Amid the ongoing Iran war and disrupted maritime routes, India successfully got two Indian‑flagged LPG tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz after diplomatic talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Iranian counterparts. Tehran allowed their passage despite broader closures, highlighting India’s diplomatic engagement to ensure safe maritime movement.
Indian equity markets rebounded after a three-day slump, led by auto and banking stocks. The Sensex rose 939 points (1.26%) to 75,502.85, while the Nifty50 gained 257.70 points (1.11%) to 23,408.80. Broader markets lagged, with MidCap and SmallCap indices declining. Sector-wise, auto and financials outperformed, while realty underperformed peers.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka beat Elena Rybakina in a dramatic three‑set final to win the women’s singles title at the 2026 Indian Wells Masters. Sabalenka lost the first set but rebounded to take the next two, ultimately clinching the championship in a close tiebreak. The victory marks a major hard‑court triumph for the Belarusian star.
Israel claimed its air force destroyed ex-Iran leader Ali Khamenei’s plane at Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport, calling it a major blow to Iran’s regional coordination. The aircraft, used by Khamenei and senior officials for military procurement and liaising with allied “axis” countries, reportedly weakens Iran’s leadership, military power, and operational capabilities.
Ram Gopal Varma is set to revive the “Sarkar” franchise with “Sarkar 4,” featuring Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan. Shooting begins April 25, with a fresh story and new backdrop, separate from earlier political sequels. After previous installments underperformed, RGV aims for a strong comeback, hoping to regain his box office magic and win audience approval.
Rajasthan Royals youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set a clear goal for IPL 2026: winning the trophy with his team. Speaking at the BCCI Naman Awards, the 14-year-old said he wants to perform well and contribute to the team’s success. The young batting prodigy hopes his performances will help Rajasthan Royals achieve their title ambition.
“Ustaad Bhagat Singh” wrapped shooting in just 40 working days, a rare feat for a big-star entertainer. Directed by Harish Shankar, Pawan Kalyan worked tirelessly, even till 2 AM on several days. With the teaser, songs, and trailer generating strong buzz, the grand pre-release event further heightened excitement ahead of the film’s March 19 release.
At the 2026 Oscars, actor Javier Bardem made a political statement while presenting an award with Priyanka Chopra. Wearing a “No to War” pin, he said “Free Palestine” on stage, drawing cheers from the audience. Chopra stood beside him and nodded in agreement as the duo presented the Best International Feature Film award.
The Karnataka government has approved KSCA and RCB to host 2026 IPL matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, ending months of uncertainty after RCB’s maiden title stampede. The 19th IPL starts March 28 with RCB vs Sunrisers Hyderabad. Five RCB home matches will be in Bengaluru, two in Raipur, following Expert Committee safety and compliance clearance.
Digital payments company PhonePe has postponed its planned initial public offering due to rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility linked to the Iran conflict. The firm said uncertain global conditions have weakened investor sentiment. CEO Sameer Nigam stated the company remains committed to listing in India and will resume the IPO process markets stabilize.
