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SpiceJet is operating 14 special flights today, March 6, to help stranded passengers return to India amid Middle East travel disruptions. The airline has scheduled 13 flights from Fujairah and one from Dubai. These include nine flights to Mumbai, four to Delhi, and one to Pune to support stranded Indian nationals and ensure smoother connectivity.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help Indians stranded in West Asian cities amid the Iran–Israel conflict escalation in 2026. He cited severe flight shortages from GCC countries, leaving many Keralite expatriates without affordable return options, and requested urgent steps to increase flights to India.
Pramod Sawant will present the 2026-27 state budget in the Goa Legislative Assembly today, marking his seventh budget presentation. The session begins at 3:30 PM and will focus on development, infrastructure, tourism, and employment. Sawant earlier held consultations with stakeholders to gather suggestions for a growth-oriented and people-centric budget.
A Srinagar court directed the framing of charges against Farooq Abdullah and others in the alleged Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association scam. The case will be listed on March 12 for charges. The court also rejected the Enforcement Directorate’s request to join the case, saying only the Central Bureau of Investigation filed the chargesheet.
Naga Chaitanya expressed strong confidence in his upcoming film “Vrushakarma,” saying it will be bigger and better than his previous hit “Thandel.” The teaser impressed audiences with its scale and visuals under director Karthik Varma. Chaitanya said the film has strong content and wide appeal, and he believes it will emerge as a major box-office […]
Mumbai Police arrested Gujarat resident Kishan Bhaveshbhai Makwana for allegedly helping cyber fraudsters open bank accounts to park stolen money. The action followed a complaint by a 77-year-old Goregaon resident who was cheated of ₹2.25 crore after fraudsters threatened him with arrest in a fake terrorism investigation.
Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” will release on March 19, a week earlier, to capitalize on the Ugadi holiday. Director Harish Shankar earlier denied remake rumors of “Theri.” However, the story synopsis on BookMyShow closely resembles Theri’s plot, shocking fans and sparking debate over whether it’s a platform error or the film’s core storyline.
The Tirumala Temple witnessed a massive crowd of devotees seeking darshan of Lord Balaji today. Those without tokens face up to 20 hours of waiting across 31 compartments. On Thursday, 59,194 devotees visited, with 25,295 offering tonsuring. The temple’s TTD reported a hundi income of Rs. 3.87 crore, reflecting extraordinary devotion and faith.
In the T20 WC 2026 semi-final, India’s Jasprit Bumrah delivered a bowling performance, earning praise from both captains. Surya noted how Bumrah expertly contained the opposition, while fellow bowlers complemented his efforts to restrict England. Brook called him the best bowler, highlighting his catch of Akshar Patel as one of the finest he had witnessed.
On her birthday, top actress Janhvi Kapoor visited the Tirumala Temple, climbing 3,500 steps via the Alipiri route to pay homage to Lord Balaji. Known for following in her mother Sridevi’s spiritual footsteps, Janhvi’s dedication beyond glamour has inspired many. Netizens also praised her deep faith, highlighting how she balances stardom with devotion.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will stage a sit-in protest in Kolkata today, alleging large-scale deletions from electoral rolls ahead of the Assembly elections. The protest, set to begin at 2 PM at Esplanade Metro Channel, was announced by Abhishek Banerjee of the Trinamool Congress. It comes just before the Election Commission’s full bench […]
“S. Saraswathi” has an emotional core but suffers from uneven narration. Varalakshmi Sarathkumar shows promise as a director and delivers a decent performance in the lead role. However, predictable storytelling and limited scope for talented actors hold it back. With sharper execution and a tighter second half, the film ends up as a mediocre drama. […]
Gold and silver prices experienced a sharp decline in the Hyderabad bullion market today. The 10-gram rate of 24-carat gold dropped by ₹770 to ₹1,62,110, while 22-carat gold, used for jewellery, fell ₹700 to ₹1,48,600. Silver prices also decreased by ₹5,000 to ₹2,90,000. Despite the fall, the rates remained almost unchanged across both Telangana and […]
Siddaramaiah announced 90-day maternity leave for female guest lecturers while presenting the Karnataka Budget. The benefit will apply in Govt First Grade Colleges, Polytechnics, and Engineering Colleges from the next academic year. He also said recruitment for 56,432 government posts has begun, with a 5-year age relaxation due to delays caused by court cases.
Maruti Suzuki is also offering significant deals on its Arena range of cars until month-end. The popular Swift comes with benefits up to Rs. 50,000, while Brezza offers up to Rs. 45,000. Discounts on models like WagonR, Alto K10, Celerio, and Eeco reach Rs. 42,500 through cash, exchange, scrappage, and other key benefits.