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Indian markets ended higher today, with the Sensex rising 448 points, or 0.53%, to close at 84,929.36, while the Nifty 50 gained 151 points, or 0.58%, to settle at 25,966.40. Broader markets outperformed as the BSE Midcap climbed 1.26% and the Smallcap index rose 1.25%. The rupee strengthened on dollar selling but remained below the […]
Tollywood director Ram Gopal Varma has showered high praise on ‘Dhurandhar’, calling it a unique cinematic experience. He said the movie will remain special in cinema history, with every scene being memorable. Varma noted that the film evokes an indescribable emotion throughout, crediting the director’s brilliance for creating a powerful impact on viewers.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed reports of a two-and-a-half-year power-sharing agreement with deputy DK Shivakumar, affirming he will remain in office until the Congress high command decides otherwise. He emphasized leadership is determined by party high command. Both leaders recently met to show unity amid internal party tensions.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Water Transport Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi to seek central support for key maritime projects. He discussed assistance for the Dugarajapatnam Shipbuilding Cluster and Fishing Harbour, requesting funds of Rs. 590.91 crore. Earlier, the CM also held talks with FM Sitharaman during his Delhi tour.
A key update has emerged from the upcoming film ‘Sigma’, starring Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdulla. The movie marks the directorial debut of Jason Sanjay, son of Tamil star Vijay Thalapathy. The makers announced that shooting has been completed and the teaser will be released on Dec 23rd. The film is produced by Lyca Productions […]
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi to seek financial support for key state projects. He urged assistance under the Purvodaya and Saski schemes and requested budget allocations to develop Rayalaseema as a horticulture hub. The CM also appealed for support to the Polavaram-Nallamala Sagar project.
The Yunus-led govt in Bangladesh has responded to ongoing protests by urging demonstrators to maintain restraint and avoid violence. It condemned the killing of a minority individual during the unrest and issued an apology to journalists affected by the protests. The agitation erupted after Inquilab Manch convener Sharif died while undergoing treatment.
Adani Group plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore in airports over five years, citing India’s aviation growth of 15-16% annually. Commercial operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport begin Dec 25, adding a major hub with an initial capacity of 20 million passengers. Adani operates eight airports nationwide and plans aggressive bids in future privatization.
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ is a watchable spectacle, powered by thunderous war set pieces and astonishing visual effects. The film delivers occasional emotional beats, yet its story closely mirrors the second installment and rarely surprises. As visual cinema it excels, but compared with earlier Avatar films, this chapter feels less inspired. # Rating: 3/5.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 30 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 21 hours. On Thursday, 61,582 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 19,757 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹4.35 crore on the same day, Dec 18.
President Donald Trump has suspended the U.S. green card lottery program after a tragic shooting at Brown University, where two people were killed and eight injured. Authorities identified the suspect as a Portuguese national who had entered the country via the lottery. The incident prompted officials to halt the program pending further review of security.
A river in Alaska has turned bright orange due to rapid ice melting triggered by record-breaking Arctic temperatures. Scientists report that toxic minerals released from melting ice have affected over 200 rivers in northern Alaska. Since 1980, Arctic temperatures have risen 3 times faster than the global average, accelerating environmental changes.
The highly anticipated movie ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ released today, telling the story of Jake on the planet Pandora and his efforts to protect his family. Stunning visuals and a strong second-half climax stand out, while the lengthy runtime, occasional slow pacing, and predictable screenplay are drawbacks. Overall, the film earns a rating of 3/5.
All-India Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra got a big relief as the Delhi High Court stayed the Lokpal’s order directing the CBI to file a chargesheet in the ‘Cash for Query’ case. The court instructed the Lokpal to review the matter afresh, providing Moitra temporary respite from legal proceedings in the high-profile case.
Anti-India sentiment among Bangladeshi students is growing due to political narratives. Social media and misinformation campaigns have amplified these feelings, while cross-border disputes and nationalist rhetoric in both countries further influence youth attitudes. Experts emphasize the need for dialogue to foster mutual understanding.