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Defending champion Aravindh Chithambaram outwitted compatriot D. Gukesh with a textbook tactic in the sixth round of the Prague International Chess Festival Masters. The loss dropped reigning FIDE world champion Gukesh to 20th on live ratings. Since his December 2024 title, Gukesh has struggled, losing over 50 rating points, except at Tata Steel Masters 2025.
Actor-politician Vijay leaves for Thanjavur to address Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) functionaries from eight Thanjavur constituencies at Ayyasamipatti today. Around 4,900 cadres will attend the open-air meet, with police imposing 52 conditions and mandatory QR passes. The event runs from 11 AM to 3 PM, with live streaming and medical facilities arranged.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday wished the people of the state a happy Holi. In a post on X, she expressed hope that the festival of colors fills every home with joy, happiness, and positivity. After celebrating Doljatra on Tuesday, West Bengal continued Holi festivities on Wednesday, spreading cheer across the state.
The DMK is set to hold Assembly election seat-sharing discussions with Makkal Needhi Maiam, led by actor Kamal Haasan. MNM is reportedly seeking a “respectable” number of seats within the DMK alliance ahead of the upcoming polls, aiming to strengthen its political presence and influence key constituencies across Tamil Nadu for maximum impact.
“Toxic: A Fairy Tale” for Grown-Ups, starring Yash, has been postponed from March 19 to June 4, 2026. The makers cited Middle East uncertainty impacting global reach. Shot in Kannada and English, the film targets worldwide audiences. The team thanked fans for their patience, promising stronger promotions and bigger buzz ahead of its theatrical release.
Hyderabad has a special connection with Iran. Many popular foods like biryani, Iranian tea, haleem, jamun, jalebi, and samosa were introduced by Iranians. Persian architecture is visible in historic landmarks like Golconda and Charminar. Even the local Telugu and Urdu languages show influences of Iranian words and culture, reflecting deep ties.
The Delhi Police deployed over 15,000 personnel across 134 major intersections to curb drunken driving and traffic violations as Holi 2026 celebrations begin. Offenders face at least a three-month license suspension, while registered owners may be booked for unauthorized use. Social media violations will also be strictly monitored.
Superstar Rajinikanth is shooting for “Jailer 2,” with Shah Rukh Khan expected to join soon. Malayalam comedian Suraj Venjaramoodu says the sequel outshines Part 1 in content, praising Rajinikanth as a “true magician.” Shiva Rajkumar and Mohanlal reprise cameos, while Vidya Balan reportedly plays a key role, adding to the film’s massive hype.
The government is preparing to fill around 500 vacant assistant professor posts across 13 universities, continuing contract faculty appointments meanwhile. Osmania University has 250 and Kakatiya University 145 vacancies. Amendments to GO 21 may raise the PhD weightage from 10 to 30 marks. A key announcement is expected during the upcoming budget session.
Excitement is building around “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” as fresh buzz suggests its pre-release event will be held soon, likely just days before the theatrical launch. Starring Pawan Kalyan and directed by Harish Shankar, the event is expected to amplify hype, with fans eagerly awaiting the star’s appearance and promotional speeches ahead of release.
The long-awaited Kamal Haasan-Rajinikanth reunion (KHxRK) is finally happening after 46 years. Nelson Dilipkumar received praise for the announcement promo, while Anirudh Ravichander will compose the music. Shooting is set to begin next year, after the superstars finish current projects, with the film expected to release in late 2027 or beyond.
Thaai Kizhavi, a comedy-drama starring Radhika Sarathkumar, is winning hearts in Kollywood. After earning ₹22 crore worldwide in its opening weekend, the film performed strongly on Monday, surpassing opening day collections in Tamil Nadu. Produced by Sivakarthikeyan and directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, it features Raichal Rabecca and Athadi.
Odisha Governor Kambhampati Haribabu will visit Kothavalasa Mandal in Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, today. He is set to tour the Sri Gurudeva Charitable Trust and Hospital. District Collector Ramsunder Reddy has instructed officials from all departments to ensure proper arrangements, coordinating logistics and security for a smooth and well-organized visit.
Megastar Chiranjeevi is set to reunite with Bobby Kolli for his 158th film after the success of “Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu.” Backed by KVN Productions, buzz around the film circles is that the project may launch in Hyderabad on March 14, 2026, with Thaman S composing music and Nimish Ravi handling cinematography. Deets will […]
Indian stock markets tumbled today as escalating US-Iran tensions and rising oil prices spooked investors. The Sensex fell 1,710 points to 78,528, while the Nifty dropped 477 points to 24,389. Midcap and smallcap indices also opened lower. Market breadth was weak, with 2,211 stocks declining against 261 gainers, reflecting widespread selling pressure.