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SS Rajamouli’s “Baahubali: The Epic,” a hybrid recut of the two-part saga, is set for a grand multi-language release on October 31, 2025. Teaser excitement soared, but fans should note some original sequences are removed. Rajamouli revealed the Kanna Nidhurinchara song and Tamannaah-Prabhas romantic scenes won’t feature, marking tough creative decisions.
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Kochi Police revealed actress Lakshmi Menon is absconding after being named in a kidnapping and assault case involving an IT professional. Three others are in custody. The incident followed a bar altercation, and Menon was allegedly in the car used. Known for Tamil films, she’s won multiple awards since debuting in 2011.
Former Team India Test captain Rohit Sharma said Test cricket is mentally very demanding. He said that it requires long-term endurance, but it’s also mentally exhausting. Rohit retired from Test cricket in May this year. He played 67 Tests in total, scoring 4,301 runs, leaving a lasting mark on the longest format of the game.
Vinayaka Chavithi is celebrated with devotion and delicious homemade dishes. Traditional recipes include steamed modak, undrallu, kudumulu, pulihora (tamarind rice), payasam, bobbatlu, and vada. These offerings are prepared as naivedyam for Lord Ganesha. Each dish holds cultural and spiritual significance, making the festival a culinary experience.
An FIR has been filed against Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, along with six Hyundai officials, over alleged defects in a vehicle. Both actors are brand ambassadors for the company. The complaint, filed by a Bharatpur lawyer, cites unresolved technical faults in his Hyundai Alcazar, which the company reportedly failed to fix.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh slammed PM Modi over US tariffs, calling his “MAGA+MIGA=MEGA” pitch a failure. He said the “Trump double tariff” will severely impact India’s labor-intensive exports, textiles, leather, and engineering. It turns Modi’s so-called economic success into a massive burden for exporters.
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Megastar Chiranjeevi is teaming up with director Anil Ravipudi for the upcoming film ‘Mana Shankaravara Prasad Garu… Pandagaki Vastunnaru’. On the occasion of Vinayaka Chavithi, a striking poster was released, featuring Chiru in a traditional panchekattu look on a boat. Co-starring Nayanthara, the film is set for a Sankranti 2026 release.
Rajnath Singh reaffirmed that India never seeks war or initiates aggression but will respond decisively if challenged. Speaking at the ‘Ran-Samwad 2025’ seminar in Mhow, he highlighted the need for continuous defence preparedness, training, technological advancement, and dialogue, as the three services discussed modern warfare and emerging security challenges.
The ten-armed Maha Ganapati idol in Rayadurgam, Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh, is a unique monolithic statue unlike any other in India. Installed during Bhupathi Raya’s reign in the 14th century, the massive idol measures 15 feet in height and 12 feet in width, drawing devotees and history enthusiasts alike.
President Trump has imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods in response to India’s continued crude oil trade with Russia. The move raises the total tariff burden to 50%. PM Modi, standing firm, said he won’t sacrifice the interests of farmers, small businesses, or cattle-rearers, even as international pressure mounts.
“Sundarakanda” is a watchable romantic comedy, driven by strong performances from Nara Rohith, Virti Vaghani, and Sridevi Vijaykumar, with Satya’s humor adding charm. Though the predictable plot and a few over-the-top scenes lessen its impact, the film offers clean, family-friendly entertainment, making it a light, enjoyable festive-season watch. #Rating: 3/5.
UPSC has released the NDA 2 and NA 2 exam schedule for 2025. The exam will be held on September 14 in two shifts: Mathematics (10:00 am–12:30 pm) and General Ability Test (2:00 pm–4:30 pm). The written test carries 900 marks. Admit cards will be available a week before the exam at upsconline.nic.in.
Maharashtra Governor and NDA Vice Presidential candidate CP Radhakrishnan received a grand welcome at Renigunta airport. TUDA Chairman Diwakar Reddy, AP Municipal Minister Ponguru Narayana, Chandragiri MLA Pulivarthi Nani, and TTD Chairman BR Naidu greeted him. He was honored with bouquets and shawls as part of the warm reception.