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The Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill 2026 with 32 government amendments, completing its Budget approval role. Rajya Sabha will now review it. The Union Budget 2026-27 proposes total expenditure of ₹53.47 lakh crore, capital spending of ₹12.2 lakh crore, gross tax revenue of ₹44.04 lakh crore, borrowing of ₹17.2 lakh crore, and a 4.3% […]
India’s income tax filing system will see major changes from April 1, 2026, under new rules. Form 16 will be replaced by Form 130, offering more detailed tax information. ITR forms will be redesigned and filing will become more automated and data-driven, aiming to improve accuracy, transparency, and compliance for taxpayers.
Pune Police booked a contractor and homeowner after illegal borewell drilling punctured a metro tunnel in Shukrawar Peth. The breach caused water seepage on the Shivajinagar-Swargate route. Officials said warnings were ignored and damage cost Rs 2.5 lakh. A similar incident recently occurred in Mumbai, raising concerns over unauthorized excavation.
VV Vinayak, director of the 2010 Telugu hit “Adhurs,” shared his views on a potential sequel. He said the story has already concluded and a forced continuation may struggle to recreate the original’s magic, suggesting it might be better to leave the film as it is. This contrasts writer Kona Venkat’s repeated plans for “Adhurs […]
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis criticised Rishabh Pant over his ₹27 crore IPL salary, questioning the hype around him. He highlighted Pant’s inconsistent performances and high-risk approach, urging him to improve consistency and clarity in his game. Du Plessis said Pant faces immense pressure to justify his price and deliver results in IPL […]
The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 78,483 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 24. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 13 hours across all 32 compartments. On Tuesday, 25,451 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD reported a hundi collection of ₹4.46 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and devotion.
The govt has ordered households to switch to piped natural gas within three months of notification or lose LPG supply. The move addresses shortages caused by global disruptions. PNG, delivered via pipelines, is considered more reliable. LPG will continue only where PNG is technically unfeasible, subject to approval by the concerned supplier authorities.
Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy “Bhoot Bangla,” originally slated for April 10, 2026, may be postponed to April 17, according to industry buzz. The potential delay is reportedly due to the massive box-office success of “Dhurandhar 2.” Makers have remained silent, fueling speculation, as avoiding a clash with the hit spy thriller appears a strategic decision.
Full squad of Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (C), Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, Donovan Ferreira, Sandeep, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Surya, Pretorius, Shimron Hetmyer, Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Yudhvir Singh, Jofra Archer, Tushar, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sushant, Yash Raj, Vignesh Puthur, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao, Brijesh, Adam Milne, and Kuldeep.
The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea challenging the MHA’s January 28 circular standardising the protocol for India’s national song, Vande Mataram. The bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, said the petition was premature and noted the circular has no penal consequences. The Court advised approaching it only if actual penalties arise.
TGSRTC buses have stopped supplying water bottles due to a raw material shortage caused by the Iran-Israel conflict. Despite this, passengers report that Rs.10 is still being added to ticket fares in buses like Super Luxury and Rajdhani. Travellers are upset and protesting, as they are being charged for a service that is currently unavailable.
Greek Independence Day, celebrated on March 25, marks Greece’s liberation from Ottoman rule in 1821. It symbolizes courage, national unity, and cultural pride. The day also coincides with the Feast of the Annunciation, blending faith and patriotism. Parades, ceremonies, and traditional events honor heroes who fought for freedom, reminding future generations.
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said over three crore fake accounts have been removed from the IRCTC portal to curb touts selling train tickets. Around 78% of seats are non-AC, 70% of coaches are general or sleeper, and over 75,000 special trains have operated this year. The government’s focus on safety has reduced consequential accidents by […]
Leaders of the ruling Telugu Desam Party, including MLAs, MLCs, MPs, and senior district officials from Visakhapatnam, are scheduled to meet AP CM Chandrababu on April 5. The meet will focus on pressing political matters concerning the district, while also outlining key decisions and action plans to ensure effective implementation of development initiatives.
IPL 2026 begins in three days, and all 10 team captains will meet today at 4 PM. The session, led by match referees Srinath, Nitin Menon, and the umpire panel, will cover the 60-second innings timer, Impact Player rule, concussion substitutes, and the two-bouncers-per-over regulation to ensure smooth tournament play.