The box office is increasingly unpredictable, with star power no longer ensuring success. Films like Chiranjeevi’s “Bholaa Shankar,” Prabhas’ “The Raja Saab,” and NTR’s “War 2” struggled. Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” also fell short, grossing under ₹100 crore and selling just over 1 million tickets, highlighting the...
Tamil Nadu police have registered a case against TVK candidate Prakash alias Kutty from Poonamallee over sexual harassment allegations by a party executive. The incident reportedly occurred 6 months ago at a wedding reception. Despite earlier complaints to party leaders, no action was taken. Tiruvallur police are now investigating and questioning the complainant.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed confidence that Mamata Banerjee will retain power in the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, citing strong public support for the Trinamool Congress. She criticized the BJP’s campaign, while the Indian National Congress also eyes a comeback. Polling is April 23 and 29, with results on May 4.
The Bombay High Court dismissed a Congress leader’s plea challenging Shiv Sena MLA Arjun Khotkar’s 2024 poll win from Jalna. The court ruled the allegations of holding an “office of profit” and affidavit issues lacked merit. It found no material non-disclosure or impact on voters, calling the objections trivial and upholding Khotkar’s election victory.
Rumors claim major digital payment changes from tomorrow, including new OTP systems, biometrics, and stricter authentication. However, the RBI and the National Payments Corporation of India have not confirmed any universal rules. Users should verify updates with banks, avoid misinformation, and continue safe practices like protecting OTPs and using trusted apps.
Tennis legend Leander Paes joined the BJP ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, likely to contest. The 18-time Grand Slam champion stressed youth focus and Khelo India. His appeal may boost BJP in urban seats like Kolkata. Polling is April 23 and 29; results are May 4, with Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress as […]
Sharwanand’s “Biker,” directed by Abhilash Reddy, is set for paid premieres on April 2, 2026, across Hyderabad’s premium screens, including AMB, Prasads PCX, ART, and Allu Cinemas. Tickets open April 1. The motocross-based sports drama aims to build early buzz and momentum ahead of its April 3 release in Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
The Tirumala Temple drew a huge crowd today, with around 70,044 devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji on March 30. Those without tokens faced waits of up to 10 hours across all 19 compartments. On Monday, 27,241 devotees offered tonsuring, while the TTD also reported a hundi collection of ₹5.08 crore, showcasing unwavering faith and […]
Here are the top five teams with the most T20Is played so far.✦ Pakistan – 303 T20Is✦ Somerset (England County) – 303✦ Mumbai Indians – 300*✦ Hampshire (England County) – 299✦ Royal Challengers Bangalore – 287*✦ Mumbai Indians will top this list by the end of this IPL 2026.
Google has opened applications for its 2026 India AI Startup Accelerator, a three-month equity-free program for seed to Series A startups. It targets emerging areas like agentic and multimodal AI, offering access to advanced tools and mentorship from Google DeepMind teams. The cohort runs June to October, with applications closing April 19.
KT Rama Rao (KTR), working president of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and former Telangana minister, has begun a week-long tour to United States. During the tour, he is scheduled to speak at the India Business Conference hosted by Columbia University, while also interacting with Telugu NRIs and engaging with business communities to strengthen BRS connections.
Donald Trump is reportedly considering ending the Iran military campaign within four to six weeks, even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. He believes key objectives are achieved and may shift to diplomacy. While the US impact is limited, global markets remain strained, with crude prices above $100 and rising concerns over supply shortages.
Starting April 1, new banking regulations will change how customers use ATMs and digital services. Fees may apply to cardless and UPI-based cash withdrawals. Also, frequent balance checks on banking apps could also incur charges. Banks are urging customers to stay informed and use services wisely to avoid extra costs under these updated rules.
“Varanasi,” starring Mahesh Babu, faced chatter over credits. Producer Shobu Yarlagadda clarified “possessory credit” as standard practice, attributing creative authorship to the director. His composed response dismissed the debate as unnecessary, urging focus on the film’s scale. The ambitious project is set for a worldwide release on April 7, 2027.
As Punjab Kings take on Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, their head-to-head record stands evenly balanced with three wins each. This neck-and-neck history hints at another thrilling contest. All eyes are on captains Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill, whose tactical decisions could play a decisive role in determining today’s winner.