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Liquor outlets across Hyderabad and Secunderabad will remain shut from 6 am to 6 pm today in view of Holi celebrations. HYD City Police Commissioner CV Anand ordered the temporary closure of wine shops, toddy outlets and bars to maintain public order. Authorities cautioned that strict action will follow any violations during the festive period.
The Tirumala Temple will remain shut from 9 am to 7:30 pm today in view of the full lunar eclipse, board officials of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams revealed. All VIP break darshans, special entry tickets, Arjitha sevas, and pre-booked sevas stand cancelled for the day. Authorities also confirmed that Sarva Darshan tokens issued in Tirupati will […]
Katrina Kaif celebrated Holi in February 2026, sharing a cheerful photo with husband Vicky Kaushal, his brother Sunny, and her sister Isabelle. Katrina smiled in white while Vicky was covered in colours. Fans asked about their son Vihaan, born November 2025, but Katrina is enjoying motherhood and currently not taking new projects.
Dhanush’s upcoming film Kara is set to release on March 19, 2026, directly clashing with Mahesh Babu’s Peddi at the box office. Both big‑budget movies are generating strong buzz, making the release date highly competitive. Fans and trade analysts are now watching closely to see which film performs better among audiences nationwide.
France has announced a major shift in its nuclear strategy by allowing the temporary deployment of nuclear‑armed jets to allied nations, strengthening collective security cooperation in Europe. President Emmanuel Macron said decision‑making on nuclear use still remains solely French. The move forms part of broader efforts to reinforce deterrence.
The sequel to the blockbuster that grossed over ₹300 crore worldwide, Kerala Story 2, is struggling badly at the box office. It failed to earn even ₹15 crore net in its opening weekend, with low audience turnout in most regions. Critics say the film’s one‑sided plot and excessive length dampened interest despite modest budget hopes of OTT recovery.
14 Pakistan cricketers have been shortlisted for the Men’s Hundred auction, including Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, and Shadab Khan. Sahibzada Farhan missed out despite recent T20 World Cup form. The ECB confirmed selections are based on performance and availability. Two women, Fatima Sana and Sadia Iqbal, also made the longlist.
US President Donald Trump is set to deliver a direct address to the Iranian people from the White House. The US reaffirmed it will prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, warning of “surgical and overwhelming” strikes. Recent US‑Israel attacks on Iran have destroyed missile sites and warships, with Tehran reporting over 550 casualties.
In T20 World Cup history, India and England have met five times. India has won three matches, while England has won two. At Wankhede Stadium, they played two T20 matches, each team winning once. Overall, India holds a slight edge over England in their T20 head-to-head record, making contests between them closely watched.
The highly anticipated Finalissima between Argentina and Spain, set for March 27 in Doha, is now in doubt due to escalating Middle East tensions. The Qatar Football Association has suspended all football activities indefinitely, casting uncertainty over whether the intercontinental match will go ahead as planned or be postponed, relocated, or cancelled.
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlighted concerns ahead of India’s T20 World Cup semi-final against England. He urged Abhishek Sharma to fix his batting technique and said Suryakumar must convert starts into big scores. After beating West Indies, India will face England at Wankhede Stadium, focusing on momentum and technical improvements.
Air India Express will restart flights to and from Muscat on Tuesday, March 3, after suspending them due to the Middle East conflict. Flights to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and other UAE cities remain suspended until March 3 night. The first Muscat flight will depart to Tiruchirappalli at 10:25 AM local time.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports have announced a limited resumption of flights starting March 2–3, prioritizing stranded passengers. Emirates and Air India Express will operate select services, including Air India Express flights from Muscat to Tiruchirappalli. Flights to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE remain suspended until March 3.
Telugu actor Allu Sirish, brother of Allu Arjun, will marry Nayanika Reddy on March 6, 2026. Ahead of the wedding, a pre-wedding party was held on March 2 at Allu Studios, Hyderabad. The event saw top Telugu stars like Mohan Babu, Balakrishna, Nagarjuna, Amala Akkineni, and comedian Brahmanandam attending the celebration.
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) clarified that there is no free bus ride scheme for persons with disabilities in its services, calling online rumours false. The official X statement warns of strict action against those spreading the fake news. This follows a separate free travel offer for male exam pass holders in the […]