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Kollywood star Pradeep Ranganathan, starring in “Dude,” releasing October 17, will take a 3-4 month break after his next film, “Love Insurance Kompany” (LIK), set for December 18. During this hiatus, he will focus on completing a script, may direct it himself, and review scripts from other directors while balancing acting and filmmaking responsibilities.
Venezuelan parliamentarian María Corina Machado responded to winning this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, expressing joy at the announcement. She emphasized that the award is not her individual victory but a collective triumph for all who have fought to defend democratic rights. Machado also extended her gratitude to the Nobel Committee for it.
US President Donald Trump announced he plans to travel to the Middle East on Sunday following successful negotiations on the first phase of a Gaza peace plan, which includes a ceasefire and the release of hostages. Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump said hostages are expected to return Monday or Tuesday and expressed hope to […]
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee warned state poll officer Manoj Agarwal to “stay within his limits,” alleging he threatened officials and faced corruption charges. Her remarks came after an Election Commission review of electoral roll preparations. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari condemned her comments, calling them a threat to a constitutional official.
At least five people were killed and several injured after a house collapsed following a powerful explosion in Ayodhya’s Pagla Bhari village. Several remain trapped under debris as rescue operations continue. The cause of the blast is unclear. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and directed officials to ensure prompt rescue and medical aid.
Israel’s Cabinet has approved President Donald Trump’s ceasefire and hostage-release plan for Gaza, marking a major step toward ending the two-year war. The outline focuses on freeing hostages held by Hamas. While key issues like Gaza’s governance remain unresolved, the move offers the clearest path yet to halting the devastating conflict.
Nitish Kumar has allowed BJP to lead seat-sharing negotiations within the NDA for Bihar elections. BJP’s candidate list, finalized by senior leaders including Modi and Shah, will be announced soon. Talks with allies like Lok Janshakti Party are progressing smoothly, while opposition faces new challenges from Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj.
Telangana’s anti-narcotics unit and Hyderabad police seized 220 kg of ephedrine worth ₹72 crore during a raid in Jeedimetla. Four people were arrested, while a key suspect remains absconding. The drug was illegally manufactured at a pharmaceutical unit and stored in a flat. Officials sealed the unit and are probing international links and documentation fraud.
The UK has ended its four-year ban on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs), allowing retail investors regulated access to Bitcoin and Ethereum-linked products. The FCA cited market maturity and improved understanding of crypto assets. Crypto ETNs track digital asset prices without requiring investors to directly hold the underlying cryptocurrencies.
Madhya Pradesh’s death toll from contaminated Coldrif syrup has reached 22, with two more children succumbing in Nagpur. CM Mohan Yadav accused Tamil Nadu of lacking cooperation in the probe. The syrup, produced by a Tamil Nadu-based company, was found to contain over 45% toxic diethylene glycol, raising serious nationwide safety concerns.
In Khammam, Telangana, police arrested three, including a woman, for murdering 40-year-old real-estate broker Gatla Venkateshwarlu on September 16. The prime accused, P. Ashok, slit his throat, stabbed him, and chopped the body after watching YouTube videos. Motive: Steal gold and cash to fund Oman trip amid debts. Body parts dumped in garbage; suspects remanded.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the swift action by the Jammu and Kashmir administration and security agencies following the Pahalgam terror attack. He said these measures had strengthened the region’s overall security. Shah chaired a high-level review meeting with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and top officials to assess the situation.
Gaza’s Health Ministry reports two medics killed daily, one journalist every three days, and hundreds of civilians injured. Only 14 of 36 hospitals remain partially functional. Since October 2023, over 67,000 people have died. UN experts urge accountability, rights protection, and press freedom to ensure peace and recovery.
Kiran Abbavaram gears up for the Diwali release of ‘K-Ramp,’ while reports suggest he’s set to debut on OTT with an Amazon Prime web series. Directed by a newcomer with Bharat Kamma as showrunner, the project may begin next year. Despite ‘Dil Ruba’s’ failure, Kiran hopes to bounce back with multiple projects underway.
The Supreme Court has allowed female staff to wear traditional, sober attire instead of the standard uniform on October 10, 2025, to mark Karwa Chauth. This decision respects cultural practices while maintaining decorum. The move followed a formal request from Registry employees and reflects the Court’s history of accommodating significant cultural occasions.