Police discovered 22 crude bombs and bomb-making materials in a house under Haroa Police Station, North 24 Parganas, in poll-bound West Bengal. The owner remains missing. Bomb squad personnel defused the explosives and sealed the premises, said SP Alakananda Bhowali. A case was registered, and an investigation is underway ahead of the April 23 and […]
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat raised concerns about illegal immigration in India, urging citizens to monitor and report intruders. Speaking at an ashram inauguration, he also advocated a three-child policy for higher birth rates and discouraged forced religious conversions, emphasizing that foreigners should not gain employment in the country.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand, head of the Jyotish Peeth in Joshimath, announced plans to form a 2,18,000‑strong force called the “Chaturangini Sena,” open to all castes and genders. He said it would wield traditional and modern weapons to defend cows, Hinduism, culture and society. The launch is planned for Mauni Amavasya next year in Prayagraj.
In Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, members of the Hindu Raksha Dal harassed a Muslim LPG agency owner after he insisted everyone queue for cylinders amid panic buying. The group abused him with communal slurs, invoked “This is not Bangladesh,” and forced a public apology for not giving them preferential service.
Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” faces a huge overseas loss, expected to earn just $800K in the US. Premiere + Day 1 collections were $515K, far below comparisons like “Hari Hara Veeramallu.” With a ₹12 crore advance and a $3M break-even, total gross may reach $1.2M, making share earnings embarrassingly low, though Mythri will cover […]
During a routine check in Pahalgam, Anantnag Police found 23 foreign nationals, including 19 British citizens, staying at ‘Hotel Misty Mountains Laddi’ without proper registration under the Foreigners and Immigration Act, 2025. An FIR was filed, and authorities urged all hotels to strictly follow security, reporting, and immigration compliance norms.
The Indian rupee hit fresh lows near ₹94 against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices and foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows, driven by geopolitical tensions like the Iran war and oil supply fears. Analysts say continued risk aversion and elevated energy costs could push the currency further down, though a drop to ₹100 […]
SRH signed 35-year-old English bowler David Payne for Rs 1.5 crore, replacing injured Jack Edwards. Payne brings vast T20 experience with 304 wickets in 233 matches and was a standout in the BBL15, helping the Perth Scorchers win the title, aiming to strengthen SRH’s bowling line-up ahead of IPL 2026, and providing crucial experience.
The Delhi High Court today dismissed Lalu Prasad Yadav’s plea seeking to quash a CBI FIR in the alleged land-for-jobs case, marking a setback for the RJD chief and ex-railway minister. The court called the petition “devoid of substance.” The FIR involves alleged land exchanges for railway jobs, and the CBI investigation against multiple accused […]
In China, a group of seven dogs escaped from thieves and walked 17 km back home, led by a courageous corgi breed. The pack trekked through fields and roads, reuniting with their relieved owner. The remarkable journey captured hearts online, highlighting the dogs’ loyalty and teamwork in finding their way back safely.
On March 24, 2026, the Sensex closed 1,372 points higher at 74,068, and the Nifty50 rose 445 points to 22,958, supported by strong gains in auto and banking stocks. MidCap and SmallCap indices also surged over 2%. Traders were buoyed by hopes of US-Iran de- escalation, while Pharma lagged behind other sectors.
A nine‑year‑old girl in Mumbai died of rabies about six months after being scratched by a stray dog, after she refused anti‑rabies shots because she was afraid of injections. Initially taken to a clinic, she didn’t complete treatment. Her condition deteriorated recently, leading to death. Health officials warn against ignoring even animal injuries.
The Madras High Court has ordered filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon and his production company to repay ₹4.25 crore with 12% interest to RS Infotainment, dismissing his plea against the 2022 order. The court noted the Tamil film was never completed, rejected Menon’s claims, and ruled attempts to restructure companies to avoid repayment were invalid.
Reported US-Iran negotiations have created uncertainty in Israel, with analysts questioning Washington’s sudden shift from military strikes to diplomacy. While the US signals openness to talks, Israel remains cautious, fearing its security interests may be sidelined. Confusion persists as Iran denies negotiations, and ongoing conflict complicates.
Ram Gopal Varma’s “Syndicate,” a crime action drama inspired by terrorist networks, may see Aditya Dhar of “Dhurandhar” fame backing production. Following Dhar’s meeting with RGV and praise for “Dhurandhar 2,” speculation suggests he could also contribute to the script. The film will explore power, greed, corruption, and crime in near-future India.