'In the past 20 days, I've received everything from kids' piggy banks to Rs 1 crore (Rs 10 million) through social media. I want to thank them for their sympathy. I also want to ask them to send their bank details. I just need time, but will pay them all back with respect.'
The trailer of the film, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kamakhya Narain Singh, released on Tuesday and landed straight into controversy. It tracks the stories of three Hindu women from three different states going against their families to marry Muslim men and then being forced to convert.
Sanju Samson reveals how he overcame a lean patch by shutting out negativity and focusing on self-belief, culminating in a match-winning performance against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup.
'I stopped trying to meet societal expectations or please people who have no place in my life. The decisions I make, how I live and how I present myself are MY choices and I refuse to apologise for them,' says Malaika Arora.
The upcoming Hindi film 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is embroiled in controversy, similar to its predecessor, with accusations of hate propaganda and defenses of legitimate concern over religious conversion.
BJP councillor and former Kerala DGP R Sreelekha denies allegations of revealing the identity of a rape victim, claiming the complaint is a 'character assassination' attempt. She asserts that the POCSO Act does not apply in this case, as the victim was not a minor.
Supporters of Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar gathered to discuss strategies for his elevation to the Chief Minister post in Karnataka, intensifying the power struggle within the ruling Congress party.
'Nehru was an idealist, he was certainly a visionary in one way, but Mao Zedong was not. Mao Zedong was a very down-to-earth strategist. He wanted to take Tibet, to take the plateau, to take the rivers, to take the minerals.'
Families in Uttar Pradesh express anxiety over the safety of their relatives in the Middle East following a joint US-Israel military strike on Iran, which has triggered retaliatory actions and heightened regional tensions.
A protest march in Siliguri, India, concerning the alleged assault of a pregnant Adivasi woman, escalated into violence, prompting police intervention and multiple detentions.
Media reports in the UK claim that Indian-owned franchises plan to avoid signing Pakistan's player in the auction next month, fearing severe backlash by fans back home in India.
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) globally presents significant opportunities for Indian companies and will not adversely impact their businesses, Nasscom AI head Ankit Bose said on Tuesday.
Suryakumar Yadav admits pressure of playing T20 World Cup 2026 at home but says India are staying present ahead of Super 8 clash vs South Africa.
India has advised its citizens residing in Iran to leave the country due to the evolving security situation, including protests and fears of potential US military action.
Iran's participation in this year's World Cup has been called into question after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel at the weekend.
Alysa Liu, after a four-year break, returned to figure skating and won Olympic gold with a joyful performance, emphasizing human connection and overcoming online abuse faced by fellow American skaters.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli Parliament, reaffirming India's support for Israel in the face of terrorism and expressing support for the Gaza peace initiative.
'If this region destabilises, then we are not far away. This region should not destabilise.'
The reason is because there aren't any screens for a large mass of Indians.
Jonathan Trott, after concluding his tenure as Afghanistan coach, expresses his desire to coach the England cricket team, a role he would cherish.
It was a performance wrapped in authority and flair, one that re-instated the belief that they can remain T20 World Cup champions.
India wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma discusses his journey in cricket, from aspiring to join the Air Force to becoming an IPL finisher, crediting mentors and the RCB franchise for his development.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the potential of artificial intelligence to boost global growth, particularly in India, while also addressing the significant risks of job displacement and financial instability.
John Abraham and Bipasha Basu emerged as a popular power duo who set new fitness goals for their audience.
A Netherlands cricket board member criticises the ICC's revenue distribution model, arguing it hinders the growth of associate nations.
The statement suggests that Canadian authorities do not see ongoing foreign interference or violent activity tied to India at present.
Suryakumar Yadav backs struggling Abhishek Sharma ahead of India's Super 8 clash vs South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026.
Among the fastest-growing companies by revenue were Tata Electronics, which posted a staggering 3,173% CAGR, followed by Tata Passenger Electric Mobility at 904% and JSW One Platforms at 522%.
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has stated his willingness to undergo a narco analysis test to help establish the truth in the sexual abuse case registered against him under the POCSO Act. He maintains his innocence and alleges the case is an attempt to defame him.
To witness over 100,000 people sitting in stunned silence is not a sight one can forget easily.
The victim alleged that at least seven unknown men raped her one after the other and then forced her to transfer Rs 10,000 to one of the accused's accounts.
New research from NYU suggests that worrying about aging, particularly fears about declining health, may accelerate biological aging at the cellular level in women.
World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.
"If you're young, focus on your job and your career. Learn five to 15 useful AI tools. Because the older generation in many organisations won't adopt them as quickly. They won't experiment as freely. They won't move as fast. And if you become AI-enabled, you become more productive. More valuable. More relevant," says Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani.
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's former first female prime minister and chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness.
'Islamabad feels it has no alternative, but to address the challenges from the Afghan-Taliban through an open war.'
'Storytelling will never change.' 'As long as storytelling can be unpredictable... AI cannot tell you an unpredictable story.'
'That journey across India has changed me forever.'
'Kya bana diya hai mujhe? Allah maaf kare.'
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