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Iran turned back the Karachi-bound feeder containership SELEN after it failed to obtain permission to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, the IRGC Navy confirmed. Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri stated all vessels must coordinate with Iranian maritime authorities. The strait, a key chokepoint for nearly 20% of global oil and gas trade, remains tightly regulated.
The climax of Dhurandhar 2 uses Rasputin not just for style but symbolism. The track mirrors the fall of a powerful ISI figure, drawing parallels with the mysterious life and downfall of Rasputin. The scene highlights themes of arrogance, vulnerability, and inevitable collapse, adding deeper narrative meaning to the intense Israel-ISI showdown.
Priyadarshan recalled that Farah Khan once doubted Vidya Balan’s dancing, telling her she couldn’t dance. For “Bhool Bhulaiyaa,” Vidya practiced 35-40 days for the iconic “Mere Dholna” with Vineeth Radhakrishnan. Her performance impressed Khan and Shobhana, becoming a standout moment in Bollywood, while her Manjulika role remains unforgettable.
Pawan Kalyan warmly welcomed his wife, Anna Konidala, to Instagram, wishing her inspiring interactions. Making her debut, Anna shared a rare photo with Pawan, captioned, “Long overdue. Feels like the right time now. With Chiranjeevi’s blessings and Pawan’s support.” Her bio reads, “Russian heart, Indian soul.”
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.