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The Delhi High Court today upheld a trial court’s order declaring UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari a “fugitive economic offender” in a money laundering case. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna dismissed his appeal, maintaining the court’s earlier ruling and confirming Bhandari’s status as a fugitive economic offender in the ongoing investigation.
Tata Power is adopting Databricks enterprise-wide to unify data across operations, improving grid management, renewables forecasting, billing, and decision-making. Its AI agent Genie allows employees to query data directly for instant insights. CEO Praveer Sinha calls it a step toward a future-ready, intelligent energy ecosystem.
On April 9, 2026, the Nifty50 and Sensex ended a five-day winning streak as oil prices surged amid a fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Jio Financial Services, InterGlobe Aviation, and Larsen & Toubro led losses. Broader markets outperformed, with MidCap and SmallCap up slightly. Banks lagged, while the Nifty Metal index recorded the strongest gains.
Kerala CEO Rathan U Kelkar said today that current voting trends indicate a 90% turnout is achievable. Turnout rose steadily from 16.23% at 9 AM to 49.7% by 1 PM across 30,000+ polling stations. Voting is peaceful, aided by the Special Intensive Revision of rolls. Minor EVM issues delayed two booths and halwa was offered […]
PM Narendra Modi unveiled six key guarantees for West Bengal voters ahead of the April 23 assembly elections, including ensuring women’s safety, removing illegal immigrants, establishing rule of law, probing corruption, implementing the 7th Pay Commission benefits, and delivering justice. He attacked the ruling Trinamool Congress for poor governance.
Kerala votes today with 2.71 crore voters across 140 constituencies, testing the LDF’s third-term bid. Malayalam stars Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Mammootty, Kunchacko Boban, and Tovino Thomas cast votes early, sharing inked-finger photos and urging citizens to participate in the democratic process, as polling continues until evening.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a new rule during IPL 2026 restricting movement of benched players. Only the 16 players named on the match sheet can enter the field or carry drinks, bats, or messages. Substitute players outside this group must remain in the dugout, and no more than […]
Megastar Chiranjeevi’s “Vishwambhara,” directed by Vassishta of “Bimbisara” fame, has faced long delays. After negative feedback on its teaser, makers focused on improving VFX. Speculation now suggests a July 10, 2026 release. Fans await an official announcement, ideally with a video, to cement the date and potentially shift audience perception positively.
US serial killer Rex Heuermann has confessed to murdering eight women, mostly sex workers, in the notorious Gilgo Beach killings. Between 1993 and 2010, he lured victims with cash, strangled them in his basement, chopped some bodies, wrapped them in sacks, and dumped them along Long Island beaches. He now faces life imprisonment without parole.
Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar 2” continues its record-breaking box office run, but its OTT release on JioHotstar is now under the spotlight. Initially set for May 14, the digital premiere is reportedly pushed to early June to avoid clashing with the Indian Premier League’s high-intensity finals, ensuring maximum viewership and a stronger online reception.
The Bengaluru Special Court has adjourned the verdict in BJP leader Yogesh Gowda’s 2016 murder case to April 15. Sitting Dharwad Rural Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni, accused of conspiracy, and 21 others were present. Investigated by the CBI, Kulkarni faced arrest, bail revocation, and re-arrest, linked to witness influence and his political role at the […]
CBSE has introduced major reforms for 2026, including two board exams for Class 10, revised question formats, and a shift toward competency-based assessment. New subjects and flexible choices are added, while internal assessment gains importance. The changes aim to reduce exam stress, promote practical learning, and align education with the National Education Policy 2020.
IndiGo, Digi Yatra, and BIAL conducted India’s 1st contactless international travel trials with IATA at Bengaluru Airport. Using a biometric, Self-Sovereign Identity system, the pilot enabled end-to-end app-to-app verification, passenger-controlled data, and minimal touchpoints, showcasing India’s leadership in secure, seamless, and scalable digital travel solutions.
Weather in Kolkata may impact the KKR vs LSG IPL 2026 match, with rain earlier in the day and a yellow alert issued. However, conditions are expected to improve by evening, reducing chances of interruption. Warm, humid weather and possible dew could influence play, especially favouring teams batting second at Eden Gardens.
Malayalam cinema is on a box office surge, with hits like “Aadu 3” and “Vaazha 2” crossing ₹100 crore. OTT platforms and strong content-driven storytelling have expanded its reach. Once niche, Mollywood is now mainstream, with stars like Mammootty and Mohanlal promoting quality cinema, setting new benchmarks, and gaining nationwide popularity.