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IPL 2026 features franchises owned by billionaires, celebrities, and major corporations. Mukesh Ambani leads as the richest owner with over $90 billion, followed by business tycoons and global firms like CVC Capital. From Shah Rukh Khan to Sanjiv Goenka, these owners’ massive wealth drives team success and highlights the league’s huge financial power.
A group of residents staged a road roko at ATC Junction, Udhagamandalam, TN, in front of an LPG distribution agency. They alleged the agency neither delivered cylinders nor accepted bookings. Protesters blocked the road with empty cylinders, disrupting traffic for over 30 minutes. Police intervened and held talks to end the protest.
Quadrobics, a growing fitness trend, involves mimicking animal movements like running, jumping, and crawling on all fours. Popular on social media, it offers a full-body workout without equipment. While it improves strength, coordination, and flexibility, experts warn of possible strain on joints and say long-term health benefits still need research.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing concern that the Centre’s proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act have raised apprehensions among minority communities and religious institutions. He urged the prime minister to reconsider the government’s stance and withdraw the proposed changes.
Maharashtra’s key highways, including the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, faced severe congestion as summer holiday travel surged. Long queues of 3-7 km were reported, worsened by ghat gradients and ongoing flyover construction. Authorities urged commuters to avoid peak hours, use alternate routes, and carry essentials, with heavy vehicle restrictions.
Experts warn that ongoing conflict with Iran could accelerate nuclear proliferation worldwide. If Iran survives attacks, it may push harder to develop nuclear weapons, prompting countries like Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt to seek their own deterrents. This escalation risks undermining global non-proliferation efforts and increasing instability across the Middle East.
Sara Arjun, riding the success of “Dhurandhar,” starred in the Telugu film “Euphoria,” directed by Gunasekhar. It earned critical acclaim despite modest box-office returns, winning two Gaddar Awards. Featuring Bhumika Chawla, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Nassar, the film will premiere on ETV Win from April 2, 2026, after an 8-week theatrical run.
Scientists have developed experimental eye drops using pig semen-derived particles to treat retinal cancer. In mouse studies, the drops successfully reduced tumor growth and preserved vision. These particles help deliver cancer-fighting drugs deep into the eye. Although promising, the research is still in early stages and requires further testing before human use.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah said the government does not oppose private members’ bills without careful review. Responding to a bill by Congress MLA Nizam-ud-Din Bhat on equitable civil service employment, he emphasized all proposals are examined in detail, rejecting the notion that bills are routinely opposed without consideration.
A simple one‑minute gait test measures how fast you walk a set distance to estimate your biological age — how well your body functions internally compared to your birth age. Walking speed reflects heart, brain, muscle health and mortality risk, with slower gait tied to frailty and higher risks. It’s a non‑invasive tool for assessing […]
Red Sea cables, crucial for global internet, finance, and AI services, face renewed threats amid West Asia tensions. Iran-backed Houthis have warned of attacks, raising fears after the September 2025 cut. India, hosting 17 cables across 14 landing stations, could see outages, latency, and economic impact due to concentrated traffic through Mumbai and Chennai.
Kanimozhi Santhosh, TVK’s Coimbatore-Goundampalayam candidate, faces backlash after past posts claiming medical astrology can cure cancer resurfaced. A lawyer, entrepreneur, and “celebrity astrologer,” her videos went viral, drawing criticism from rival parties and netizens. Her selection raises questions about TVK’s vetting process.
For the first time in IPL T20 history, MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja will both miss the Chennai Super Kings’ opening match against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. Dhoni is out injured, and Jadeja isn’t playing, marking a rare milestone in the league. The game still promises excitement as CSK adapts without its legends.
JioStar has scrapped its broadcast agreement with Bangladesh’s TSports for the 2026 IPL, citing the partner’s repeated payment defaults, leaving no official broadcaster in the country. This means Bangladeshi fans likely won’t see IPL matches on local TV or streaming despite previous hopes the ban might end.
A strong earthquake hit near Vanuatu in the South Pacific today, officials reported. The US Geological Survey said the epicenter was about 115 km deep, 35 km northeast of Luganville. No immediate damage or tsunami waves were reported. The US Tsunami Warning Center confirmed there were no warnings, advisories, watches, or threats from the quake.