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The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 73,411 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 25. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 7 hours across all 29 compartments. On Wednesday, 30,474 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD also reported a hundi collection of ₹4.43 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and […]
Tollywood star actor Nandamuri Balakrishna received a Lifetime Achievement Award at IFFD 2026 in New Delhi, marking 50 years in cinema. His film “Bhagavanth Kesari” won a National Award. He was already honored earlier with the Padma Bhushan, he remains a towering figure in Telugu cinema with lasting influence and versatility across roles.
The central government has announced lifetime free train travel for gallantry award winners from the armed forces and their eligible family members. The benefit covers classes like First Class, 2AC, and AC Chair Car, and allows one companion. The scheme honours bravery, supports families, and applies to spouses, widows, and parents in specific cases.
Actor Boman Irani shared a humorous video mocking Donald Trump’s Iran peace talks, linking it to India’s gas shortage. While many praised it, Mandana Karimi criticised him for ignoring Iranian suffering earlier. She questioned his silence on deaths and oppression, calling his sudden commentary insensitive and poorly timed amid ongoing conflict.
Former RCB owner Vijay Mallya celebrated the franchise’s record ₹16,500 Cr sale. He reminiscing about his 2008 purchase of the RCB team for ₹450 Crore. He described RCB as forever part of his identity, cherishing iconic moments like facing a Virat Kohli. Mallya initially acquired the team via United Spirits, which Diageo later bought in […]
Bollywood star who turned now as Hollywood actress Priyanka Chopra dismissed rumors of divorce from Nick Jonas, calling them baseless speculation. She said differences in country, religion, and age may fuel such gossip. The couple has been happily together for eight years, she added, stressing she no longer cares about public opinion or ongoing rumors.
The Buddhavanam Division of TG State Tourism Development Corporation (TGTDC) will host the World Peace-International Buddhist Conferences 2026 from March 27 to 29. The events will take place in Hyderabad and Nagarjunasagar, beginning at the Plaza Hotel, Begumpet. Around 150 prominent Buddhist scholars from 22 countries are also expected to attend.
The film Dhurandhar 2 has sparked controversy after featuring a character named Atif Ahmed, believed to be inspired by gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed. Samajwadi Party leaders, including Afzal Ansari, criticised the makers for distorting facts and linking the character to Pakistan’s ISI, calling it misleading and politically motivated.
Full squad of Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Angkrish, Anukul Roy, Harshit Rana, Manish Pandey, Ramandeep, Rinku Singh, Rovman Powell, Sunil Narine, Umran Malik, Vaibhav Arora, Varun, Cameron Green, Finn Allen, Matheesha Pathirana, Tejasvi, Kartik Tyagi, Prashant, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Sarthak, Daksh Kamra, Rachin Ravindra, Akash, Muzarabani.
The NHRC took suo motu cognisance of 285 inmate deaths in Chhattisgarh jails over 4 years, raising concerns about overcrowding, poor healthcare, and human rights violations. Notices were issued to the Chief Secretary and DG of Prisons, requiring a detailed report on deaths, vacant doctor posts, and measures to improve prison conditions within two weeks.
TGPSC has extended the One Time Registration (OTR) deadline for Telangana government job aspirants to April 10, giving candidates one final opportunity to register. TGPSC Secretary Haritha also emphasized that this is the last extension, urging applicants to complete their submissions promptly. Previously, the deadline was set for March 25, 2026.
Indian all-rounder Shivam Dube revealed that his journey home after winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 was both thrilling and challenging. With flights from Ahmedabad to Mumbai fully booked, Dube opted for a 3rd AC train ride. Though unconventional for a cricket star, the experience gave him a unique perspective on travel and the […]
Nayara Energy, India’s largest private fuel retailer, raised petrol by ₹5 and diesel by ₹3 per liter amid US-Israel and Iran tensions. In Bhopal, petrol now costs ₹111.74 and diesel ₹94.86. Locals expressed displeasure, preferring public-sector pumps. Nayara, formerly Essar Oil, operates 6,500+ outlets, the Vadinar refinery, and recently entered petrochemicals.
Amid the West Asian war, Tirumala is facing a commercial LPG shortage, forcing over 50 hilltop hotels to shut temporarily. This has intensified queues of devotees waiting for free Anna Prasad. With six tons of gas required daily to prepare meals for around one lakh pilgrims, the closure of hotels has put more pressure on […]
Directed by Abhishek Nama, “Nagabandam” is one of Tollywood’s most anticipated projects this year. Its teaser created a buzz among fans, heightening excitement. The makers have now confirmed the release date. The mythological action drama will hit cinemas on July 3, 2026, and will be released in multiple languages, catering to a wide audience.