Bollywood biggie “Love & War”, starring Ranbir, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, has been delayed due to extended shooting till May 2026. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film will miss its Eid 2026 slot and is now eyeing an Aug 2026 release. Production delays have reportedly increased the budget, ruling out a June release […]
Ireland is considering making social media ID verification mandatory, aiming to protect minors online. Using its European Union presidency, it wants stricter enforcement of the digital age of consent, set at 16. Deputy PM Simon Harris plans to build wider European support, including backing from France and the United Kingdom, to push the proposal forward.
Kerala Congress leader P. M. Mathew died at 75 while receiving treatment for kidney problems near Pala today. He served as Kaduthuruthy MLA from 1991 to 1996 and worked with various Kerala Congress factions, including Kerala Congress (M) and Kerala Congress (Joseph). In later years, he was less active in politics.
The UPSC will close applications for Combined Defence Services 1 today, December 30, at 6 PM on upsconline.nic.in. Admit cards will be released ahead of the April 12, 2026 exam. General and OBC male candidates must pay ₹200, while SC, ST, PwBD and women are exempt. CDS 1 will be conducted offline in Hindi and […]
In Karnataka, a passenger on a Mysuru-Madikeri bus had a funny surprise. The conductor asked him to buy a ticket for his cat too. The passenger agreed, and the conductor printed a ticket for the cat. The cat happily sat in the seat and posed for photos, and the adorable, amusing moment quickly went viral […]
Uttara Dwara Darshan is sacred as it represents the celestial gateway to Vaikuntha. Observed on Vaikuntha Ekadashi, devotees believe Lord Vishnu grants liberation to those who receive darshan through the gate. Inspired by the legend of Madhu and Kaitabha, this ritual reflects compassion, release from karmic cycles, and spiritual renewal for devoted seekers.
Delhi Traffic Police announced road restrictions around Connaught Place for New Year Eve 2026 from 7 PM. Only vehicles with valid passes can enter inner areas. Limited parking is available nearby, and alternative routes are suggested. India Gate and Delhi Zoo areas may face diversions. Commuters are advised to use public transport and follow police […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 84564.76, down at 130.78 points or 0.15%, and the Nifty was at 25907.40, down at 34.70 points or 0.13%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.88 against the dollar.
Gujarat Giants have retained Australia’s Ashleigh Gardner as captain for WPL 2026. She led the team to third place last season, scoring 567 runs and taking 25 wickets in her WPL career. The team strengthened their squad with players like Sophie Devine, Danielle Wyatt, Georgia Wareham, Beth Mooney, and top Indian talents for the upcoming […]
Tirumala will begin Vaikuntha Ekadasi celebrations today, with the shrine decorated using 50 tonnes of flowers, 10 tonnes of fruits, and four lakh cut flowers, illuminated by vibrant lights. TTD expects 70,000 daily devotees, enforcing token-based entry until January 1. Swarna Rathotsavam is today, Chakrasnanam tomorrow, with 3,000 police deployed.
Ram Charan is currently filming “Peddi”, a sports action drama directed by Buchi Babu Sana, which recently wrapped a key schedule in New Delhi. Afterward, he will begin his next project with Sukumar, tentatively titled “RC17”. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the contemporary big-budget film enters pre-production, aiming for a July 2026 year-long shoot.
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female PM, has died at age 80. She led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and served as PM from 1991 to 1996 and 2001 to 2006, focusing on democracy, women’s education, and rights. Known for her rivalry with Sheikh Hasina, Zia remained a powerful and influential, though polarizing, figure in Bangladeshi politics.
The world’s largest accounting body, ACCA, will end online exams from March 2026, citing widespread AI-enabled cheating. Over 500,000 students will shift to in-person tests. Officials say cheating methods have outpaced safeguards. The move follows growing concerns across the accounting industry and past exam misconduct scandals.
Chiranjeevi completed “Vishwambhara” long ago, but its release remains uncertain. His other film, “Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu”, will release in Jan 2026. After heavy criticism of the teaser’s CGI, Vishwambhara’s visual effects were reworked, with reports now suggesting a June 2026 release, maintaining a safe gap between the 2 films before official confirma...
West Indies bowler Jason Holder made history in T20 cricket in 2025 by taking 97 wickets in 69 matches, setting the record for the most wickets in a single calendar year. He broke Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan’s previous record of 96 wickets. Recently, IPL team Gujarat Titans (GT) purchased Holder for ₹7 crore in the auction.