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Air India cancelled at least three US-bound flights today and warned of delays on some Europe services due to Iranian airspace closure. The airline is rerouting flights via alternative routes for safety, but longer flying time and fuel constraints, compounded by Pakistan airspace restrictions, have disrupted westbound operations amid rising Iran-US tensions.
The vibrant Kite and Sweet Festival at Secunderabad Parade Ground comes to a colorful close today with a grand finale. Visitors from across the state delighted in sky-high kites and a variety of traditional sweets, turning the venue into a festive hotspot. Organizers announced that a hot air balloon show will follow tomorrow, promising breathtaking […]
The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict today on a plea by Harish Rana’s parents seeking passive euthanasia for their 32-year-old son, who has been in a permanent vegetative state for 13 years. Medical boards found negligible recovery chances. If approved, it could become India’s first such case since legalization, shaping future mercy killing decisions.
The 4th day of the Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavam will be celebrated with splendor at Srisailam in the Nandyal district of AP. As part of the festivities, special pujas will be held on the sacred Nandi Vahana in the evening. Temple authorities announced that vibrant village processions will fill the streets, followed by nighttime Brahmotsavam for […]
“Nari Nari Naduma Murari” emerges as a reasonably engaging Sankranthi entertainer. Sharwanand is comfortable in a comedy-driven role, while Sakshi Vaidya and Samyuktha perform well. Naresh stands out with impeccable timing. Despite routine moments and weak emotional depth, the film offers enough humour for easy festive viewing. #Rating: 3.25/5.
Reflecting on the loss to New Zealand, India captain Shubman Gill admitted that the failure to strike in the middle overs proved costly. He noted that extra runs mean little without wickets, despite a strong start with the ball. Gill praised New Zealand’s smart middle-overs batting and expressed confidence that India’s fielding standards will continue […]
Naveen Polishetty’s “Anaganaga Oka Raju,” a Sankranthi release directed by Maari and starring Meenakshi Chaudhary, opened to positive reviews and encouraging audience response. The rural comedy collected ₹1.4 crore share in Nizam. With festive holidays and strong family turnout, trade expects collections to rise over the weekend.
As Sankranti festivities filled Telugu states with joy, cinemas turned into celebration hubs with 5 releases. Films like Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’, Chiranjeevi’s ‘MSVPG’, Ravi Teja’s ‘BMV’, Naveen Polishetty’s ‘Anaganaga Oka Raju’, and Sharwanand’s ‘Nari Nari Nadu Murari’ drew responses. Moviegoers now deba...
On Army Day, PM Modi paid heartfelt tribute to India’s soldiers, praising their courage to national security. He said the Indian Army represents selfless service and resilience, standing firm in the harshest conditions to protect the nation. A commemorative video was also released, honoring brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Thursday, January 15, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83382.71, down at 244.98 points or 0.29%, and the Nifty was at 25665.60, down at 66.70 points or 0.26%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.27 against the dollar.
Voting is underway across 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations, with 3.48 crore voters deciding among 15,931 candidates. Mumbai’s BMC, India’s richest civic body with a ₹74,400 crore budget, sees 1,700 candidates contesting 227 seats after a four-year delay. The Thackeray brothers face the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance. Vote counting is January 16.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said several countries are in talks with Pakistan to acquire fighter jets, including JF-17 Thunders and Mushshak trainers, following last year’s conflict with India. Defence Minister Raza Hayat Haraj added that deals must ensure jets go to friendly nations, with China supporting exports, and highlighted JF-17s’ lower cost compared to global jets.
Elon Musk’s “X” will block Grok AI users from generating sexualized images of real people, including bikinis and underwear, in regions where illegal. This applies to all users, including paid subscribers. The move follows global backlash, legal probes in the US, UK, France, and actions in Indonesia, Malaysia, and India over non-consensual deepfakes.
“Anaganaga Oka Raju,” starring Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Choudhary, directed by Maari, hit cinemas worldwide yesterday. The film has secured a major OTT deal, with Netflix acquiring its streaming rights. The Sankranthi entertainer is receiving positive audience feedback, and producer Naga Vamsi shared his happiness over the reaction on social media.
Superstar Rajinikanth is currently shooting for “Jailer 2,” directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster “Jailer.” Vijay Sethupathi is making a cameo, saying, “I did it because I love Rajinikanth sir and learn a lot. I now choose only exciting villain or cameo roles.” His appearance promises to be special. The film […]