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Bollywood’s Dhurandhar, initially low on buzz, has surged in popularity. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the 3-hour thriller on terror attacks and the Pakistan underworld grossed ₹150 crore in three days. Akshaye Khanna and Sanjay Dutt’s performances shine, with strong overseas earnings and rare midnight shows in Mumbai signaling blockbuster status and long theatrical run.
Delhi will light up Red Fort and key buildings with diyas on December 10 as India hopes Diwali gets UNESCO Intangible Heritage status. The UNESCO committee is meeting at the Red Fort from December 8–13, and Diwali’s proposal will be discussed on December 9–10. If approved, the city will celebrate with lights, rangolis and fireworks.
Indian Navy Submarine Day, observed on Dec 8, marks the induction of India’s first submarine, INS Kalvari, in 1967. The day honors the pioneers of the submarine arm and celebrates the Navy’s underwater capabilities. It highlights India’s growing maritime strength, and the crucial role submariners play in securing the nation’s strategic interests.
Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who passed away in November, is remembered on what would have been his 90th birthday. Sons Sunny and Bobby Deol, grandson Karan, and cousin Abhay Deol shared heartfelt tributes recalling his love, guidance, and legacy. His final film, Ikkis, is set for posthumous release on December 25.
Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir remains fragile nearly seven months after the Pahalgam terror attack. The hotel occupancy rates are still close to zero and just a few thousand tourists visited recent months. While a phased reopening of many tourist spots has begun, visitor confidence remains low in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir.
Telangana’s fertility rate is expected to fall to 1.5 by 2031–35, much lower than India’s 1.9 rate and below the replacement level of 2.1. Reports say better health, education, and development are slowing population growth. The state will see fewer births, an aging population, and almost zero population growth in the coming decades.
A pigeon entered an IndiGo Bengaluru-Vadodara flight before take-off, creating confusion among passengers and crew. Attempts to catch it failed as it flew around the cabin. The incident was captured and shared on Instagram, going viral. Social media users reacted with humour, joking about the unexpected feathered passenger amid ongoing airline delays.
Trump Media Technologies has announced a major investment plan for Telangana, with Director Eric stating that the company will pump ₹1 lakh crore into the state over the next decade. Speaking at the TG Rising Global Summit, he said the initiative reflects the company’s confidence in TG’s growth potential and its expanding opportunities in the […]
Actress Samantha has reportedly decided to use only the name Samantha after marrying director Raj Nidimoru. She plans to drop her surname, Ruth Prabhu, just as she earlier removed “Akkineni.” Industry sources say she wants a clearer, stronger personal identity and will continue her career with this single-name brand.
The Telangana High Court has issued an interim stay on IAS officer Amrapali’s transfer to the state cadre, challenging a CAT order allowing a swap with officer Harikiran. DOPT argued the swap violates reserved category rules. The court postponed the next hearing for six weeks, keeping the matter under legal review.
Indian markets ended sharply lower on Monday due to a lack of domestic triggers. The Sensex closed at 85,102.69, down 609.68 points (0.71%), while the Nifty50 fell 225.90 points (0.86%) to 25,960.55. Intraday, the Nifty hit 25,892 and the Sensex slipped to 84,875.5.
Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar’s film ‘Dhurandhar’ is creating a strong buzz at the box office. The makers unveiled a new poster as the movie crossed ₹160 crore worldwide. In India alone, it earned over ₹44 crore on day three. The 3-day domestic total reached ₹106 crore, with the remaining collections coming from overseas […]
If you want snowfall without crowds, places like Munsiyari, Kalpa, Sissu, Nathang Valley and Chitkul are perfect. These peaceful spots offer snowy mountains, quiet villages, winter treks and stunning views. Far less crowded than Shimla or Manali, they give a calm winter experience ideal for nature lovers, photography and enjoying snowfall in peace.
JioHotstar has made a key move ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup, opting to step down as the tournament’s official broadcaster. The event, scheduled from February 7 to March 8, will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The platform’s withdrawal marks a major shift in the broadcasting landscape for this global cricket […]
CM Chandrababu Naidu will lead an eight-member Andhra Pradesh delegation to the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos from January 19–23. Accompanied by key ministers and officials, the visit aims to attract global investment and promote the state’s development agenda. Travel expenses will be covered by the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board.