South Africa and New Zealand clash in the 1st Semi-Final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, tonight. Fans can expect a warm, mostly dry evening with daytime temperatures peaking between 31°C and 33°C before settling to a comfortable 25°C-27°C. Perfect conditions for high-octane T20 action.
The Karnataka BJP accused the Congress government of diverting nearly ₹39,000 crore from SCSP and TSP funds to finance guarantee schemes, calling it a “year-on-year loot.” R. Ashoka urged Rahul Gandhi to speak up, criticized the misuse of SC/ST welfare funds, and warned of protests, demanding CM Siddaramaiah ensure proper allocations in the budget.
International Cricket Council Chairman Jai Shah revealed that the T20 World Cup 2026 has achieved a record-breaking milestone in India, with viewership surpassing 500 million, the highest ever for a T20 World Cup in the country. He expressed confidence that the numbers will climb even further as the high-stakes knockout matches commence, fueling excitement.
Karthi’s “Annagaru Vostaru” faced repeated delays, legal issues, and audience rejection, with no Telugu theatrical release. The rushed OTT dubbing mishandled NTR references, retaining MGR visuals, angering viewers. Now, the team attempts a course correction, but after severe backlash, it remains to be seen if this late fix can salvage the film’s reputation.
TG CM Revanth Reddy has traveled to Delhi to finalize nominees for the state’s two Rajya Sabha seats. While one seat is confirmed for senior leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi, the second remains uncertain, generating suspense. The CM is set to meet top AICC leaders, with indications that social mobilization efforts may reveal the second candidate […]
Pakistan’s foreign minister said the country might be drawn into the Iran conflict because of its defence pact with Saudi Arabia. He warned Iran not to attack Saudi Arabia and reminded Tehran of the mutual defence agreement. Pakistan is trying to calm the situation, but tensions are rising as the Iran war continues and regional […]
Yash’s “Toxic” has been postponed to June 4, 2026, citing Middle East uncertainties, while Vijay’s “Jana Nayagan” may also release in June, coinciding with his birthday. With both films under KVN Productions, industry buzz questions whether the banner will manage two major releases in the same month, amid rising fan expectations and financial pressures.
A stock market crash in South Korea shows deeper risks tied to energy supply through the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route threatened by the Iran–U.S.–Israel conflict. Because South Korea’s chip factories and global AI production rely on imported energy, higher fuel costs and supply fears are adding stress to markets beyond just Korea.
AP Education Minister Nara Lokesh has revealed a fast-track plan to fill 3,371 vacant teacher posts across universities in Andhra Pradesh within the next three months. He confirmed that pending court cases are being addressed, and the government will soon issue a new notification to expedite recruitment, signaling a push to strengthen the higher education.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has become the most‑watched in history, with more than 500 million people in India tuning in, breaking all previous records. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said this shows cricket’s huge global appeal. The tournament, co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka, still has semifinals and a final to play.
On March 4, 2026, Indian stock markets fell for the third day, as US-Iran tensions worried traders. The Sensex dropped 1,123 points to 79,116, its 10-month low, and Nifty50 fell 385 points to 24,481, a six-month low. MidCap and SmallCap stocks fell over 2%, while only the IT sector ended higher among all sectors.
Senior journalist and Padma Bhushan awardee HK Dua passed away in New Delhi at 88. Former Editor-in-Chief of “The Tribune,” he also served as media adviser to PMs Vajpayee and Deve Gowda, represented India as Ambassador to Denmark, and was a Rajya Sabha member. Dua was widely respected for his integrity, editorial independence, and warmth.
Jasprit Bumrah stands on the verge of a remarkable achievement, needing just one wicket to complete 500 international scalps for India. With 234 in Tests, 149 in ODIs and 116 in T20Is, he is set to join an elite list featuring legends like Anil Kumble, Ravichandran Ashwin and Kapil Dev, further cementing his legacy in […]
Seven people were injured while performing the Agnigundala ritual at the Sri Parvathi Ramalingeswara Swamy temple in Amanagallu village, Telangana, on March 4. During the ritual, a woman slipped while devotees carried the rath over burning coals, causing others to fall. All injured were rescued quickly and are receiving treatment, with no serious injuries reported.
Recent reports suggest Thaman has replaced Devi Sri Prasad to compose the background score for Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh,” surprising fans and cinephiles. A similar change occurred in Allu Arjun’s “Pushpa 2: The Rule,” with Thaman and Sam CS collaborating. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the film may also be preponed to March 19, […]