follow us:
Ram Charan’s “Peddi,” directed by Buchi Babu Sana, is generating strong buzz ahead of its April 30 release. Reports suggest a special song may feature multiple actresses, with casting currently underway. If confirmed, it could boost hype significantly, though coordinating call sheets of several heroines simultaneously may prove to be a challenge.
Cricketer Ishan Kishan has joined Ai+ Smartphone in a new brand partnership. Kishan will feature in campaigns, cricket content, and promotions for the upcoming Nova Series. Ai+ offers high-performance, affordable smartphones with long battery life, sleek design, and India’s first NxtQuantum OS, reflecting shared values of ambition and innovation.
Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” is just 2 days away from hitting cinemas. Directed by Harish Shankar, this cop action drama stars Sreeleela and Raashii Khanna. North American pre-sales have crossed $250K ahead of premieres, signaling a promising opening. With positive buzz growing, the team is now relying on strong word of mouth for its […]
Air India will operate 36 extra flights to Europe and North America from March 19 to 28 due to rising international travel demand amid West Asia tensions. The additional flights connect Delhi and Mumbai with London, Frankfurt, Zurich, and Toronto, adding over 10,000 seats. Bookings are available via the airline’s website, app, and travel agents.
A United Kingdom delegation will visit Telangana tomorrow with a plan to establish about 13 new schools in Hyderabad. During the visit, the team will meet state officials to discuss school setup, education standards, and infrastructure. The initiative aims to boost collaboration and enhance the quality of education across the state.
Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, 90, is set to be discharged from Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital today after nearly a month of treatment for age-related health issues. His recovery has been closely monitored, with family and film industry friends visiting regularly. Doctors have cleared him for discharge, bringing relief to fans and well-wishers.
Drones targeted the US Embassy and Al-Rasheed Hotel in Baghdad, as well as Iraq’s Majnoon oil field. Iraq’s air defences intercepted all drones, preventing casualties or major damage. Videos show explosions near the embassy. Meanwhile, UAE airspace temporarily closed after fires at Fujairah oil and Shah gas fields, amid rising US-Iran tensions.
South Africa batter Jordan Hermann has been ruled out of the remaining T20I series against New Zealand after suffering a hamstring injury on debut. Scans confirmed a tear, and no replacement has been named yet. Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Sodhi is also out of the series with a thumb injury. It is known that South Africa […]
Director Harish Shankar, busy promoting “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” releasing March 19, 2026 for Ugadi, confirmed his long-awaited collaboration with Chiranjeevi is underway. Inspired by vintage hits like “Rowdy Alludu” and “Gang Leader,” the film promises a mass entertainer. Fans eagerly await official announcements and updates on its production start.
The Telangana assembly will discuss a resolution to thank the governor for his speech today and tomorrow. The state government will present the budget on March 20. BRS leaders, including former minister KTR and MLA Palla Rajeshwar Reddy, will speak, while MLAs Madhusudana Chari and Dasoju Shravan Kumar will also participate in the discussion.
Bengaluru starts cool at 19–20°C, rising to 33–34°C today. The IMD forecasts cloudy skies with light rain possible this afternoon or evening. Similar weather is expected till March 21. Coastal, Malnad, and many districts may see thunderstorms, while Bengaluru may experience brief rain but no official warning yet.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, March 17, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 75716.56, up at 213.71 points or 0.28%, and the Nifty was at 23478.35, up at 69.55 points or 0.30%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 92.44 against the dollar.
Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay’s final film, ‘Jana Nayagan,’ will be reviewed today by the revision committee, awaiting crucial clearance. Directed by H. Vinoth, it stars Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, and Bobby Deol. Once cleared, the team will announce the release date and start promotions for this highly anticipated final film of Vijay.
Harshit Rana will miss most of IPL 2026 after February knee surgery, having also missed the T20 World Cup. Kolkata Knight Riders’ bowling attack weakens further with Mustafizur Rahman out. KKR will rely on Pathirana, Vaibhav Arora, Akash Deep, Umran Malik, Cameron Green, and others. KKR starts IPL 2026 against Mumbai Indians on March 29.
In Haryana’s Rajya Sabha elections, Karamvir Singh Boudh (Congress) and Sanjay Bhatia (BJP) won the two seats after a dramatic contest. Boudh won by a very narrow margin. Voting was delayed due to complaints about secrecy. Haryana CM and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda congratulated the winners amid political tension and cross-voting claims.