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A 27-year-old man, Surendra Rajendra Maurya from Uttar Pradesh, was arrested in Thane district for impersonating a railway ticket inspector on the Tapovan Express on December 26. The impersonation was spotted by a passenger and confirmed by the chief ticket inspector. A case was filed under the Railways Act and Section 204 of the Indian […]
Telangana opposition leader K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) attended the assembly for just five minutes, mainly to mark his presence and avoid disqualification. He arrived early, signed the register, exchanged greetings with CM Revanth Reddy, ministers, and new MLAs, then left for his residence. BRS has not confirmed if he will attend future sessions.
Punjab-born doctor Rafiq joined Maoists, leaving city life for forests with revolutionary ideals. He could remove bullets near the heart using torchlight, treating hundreds of fighters and tribal villagers in Abujhmad. Under surveillance since 2013, his medical skills made him crucial to Maoists, yet he remains elusive to security forces even today.
While Bollywood’s Dhurandhar grossed Rs 1,064 crore globally, Chinese animated fantasy Ne Zha 2 dominated 2025 with over $2.2 billion (Rs 18,000 crore), making it the year’s biggest global hit. Released on nearly 80,000 screens in China, the film’s success eclipsed Hollywood and Indian releases, despite modest international performance.
Buying health insurance for parents in polluted cities needs caution. Many choose low cover and ignore respiratory risks. Experts advise checking hospital networks, cashless access, and higher cover for costly care. Review sub-limits, waiting periods, pre-existing disease rules, and OPD cover for allergies to avoid future claims issues and expenses.
The rupee fell eight paise to close at 89.98 against the US dollar, pressured by foreign fund outflows and a weak domestic equity trend. Forex traders said persistent capital withdrawals by foreign investors, along with higher dollar demand from importers, hurt investor sentiment, leading to the currency’s decline.
BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar has called for a Telangana Bhavan in Tirumala to ease accommodation issues for Telangana leaders and devotees. He highlighted that Karnataka and Tamil Nadu already have bhavans at major pilgrimage sites. The proposal requires approval from the Andhra Pradesh government and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams and has sparked political debate.
The Congress party wants to divide over its alliance plan in Tamil Nadu before the 2026 Assembly polls. Leaders want a real share in power, not outside support, and demand around 45 seats. While state leaders prefer a tie-up with Vijay’s TVK, the central leadership wants to stay with longtime ally DMK. Talks are ongoing […]
Nutritionist Deepashikha Jain says rice can be eaten without causing weight gain or sugar spikes if prepared correctly. Freshly cooked rice raises blood sugar due to high starch. Cooling cooked rice for 8–10 hours converts starch into resistant starch, acting like fiber, improving gut health and slowing sugar absorption, making it safer for diabetics.
The makers of ‘Peddi’ released a new poster featuring Jagapathi Babu as Appala Soori, showcasing a major transformation with spectacles, a towel, and a loose shirt. The pan-Indian film stars Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, with Shivaji Rajkumar, Divyenndu Sharma, and Satya in key roles. Music is by AR Rahman, releasing March 27, 2026.
Salman Khan unveiled the teaser of his war drama Battle of Galwan on his birthday, drawing strong reactions online. Inspired by the 2020 Galwan clash, the film releases on April 17, 2026. Reports claim Salman earns Rs 110 crore, with Chitrangda Singh, Govinda and others receiving varying fees.
Tollywood struggled in 2025, but ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunnam,’ starring Victory Venkatesh, became a hit, thanks to director Anil Ravipudi’s grasp of family audiences. His smart promotion boosted the film despite past criticism. Next, he teams up with Chiranjeevi for ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,’ releasing Sankranthi 2026.
Indian equities ended lower for the fourth straight session on December 29, dragged by selling in IT, realty, pharma and auto stocks. Sensex fell 346 points to 84,695, while Nifty slipped 100.20 points to 25,942.10. Midcap and smallcap indices declined, with IT and auto leading losses despite gains in FMCG, PSU banks and media stocks.
Actor Boman Irani has joined the Telugu film ‘Peddi’, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru, the film features music by AR Rahman. ‘Peddi’ is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on March 27 and includes several prominent actors. The makers shared update on social media.
The Supreme Court has put its earlier order accepting the Centre’s definition of the Aravalli Hills in abeyance, citing the need for clarification. A high-powered expert committee will re-examine ecological concerns, mining limits and conservation issues. Notices were issued to the Centre and four states, and the matter will be heard again on January 21.