The BJP has called for a bandh (shutdown) in Jharkhand on April 3 to protest the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Hazaribag. The party is also protesting the overall law and order situation in the state.
Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss.
Kasargod Embassy squanders a promising premise with weak writing, bad performances and amateurish execution, resulting in a tedious and largely forgettable watching experience, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
The Jharkhand High Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, prompting an investigation and protests.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans.
The BJP in Jharkhand has postponed its planned bandh (shutdown) to April 9, citing Good Friday and the JEE (Main) examination. The bandh was initially called to protest the state's law and order situation and demand justice in a rape and murder case.
Ashakal Aayiram can be celebrated for the return to form for Jayaram, who owns every scene he is in, but the film around him drags and drags, with no end in sight, notes Arjun Menon.
Ramayana, which is being mounted as a two-part cinematic event, will soar. The music, visuals, technical finesse and the promise of strong performances not just tease a film, it teases a grand experience, notes Mayur Sanap.
American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura has criticised the International Chess Federation (FIDE) for its stringent anti-cheating measures at the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus.
Bengaluru police have arrested a prime suspect and several minors in connection with a series of mobile phone thefts that occurred during an IPL match at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Twenty-one mobile phones, valued at Rs 18 lakhs, have been recovered.
Three police personnel in Odisha's Jajpur district have been suspended after a theft suspect escaped from custody. An inquiry has been ordered into the incident.
US President Donald Trump's threats against Iran have drawn strong condemnation from Democrat leaders, who are calling for his removal from office, while some Republicans express concern.
Eleven-year-old Atiqa Mir is exceeding expectations in her first year of karting in Europe, competing in the 12-14 age category and holding her own against older, male competitors.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill attributed his team's loss to Punjab Kings in their IPL opener to their inability to capitalise during the final five overs of their batting innings.
The construction of a Babri Masjid-style mosque in West Bengal's Murshidabad district has become a focal point in the upcoming elections, reshaping voter loyalties and raising communal tensions.
Dharmendra's fans gathered outside his Juhu, northwest Mumbai, residence to celebrate his 90th birth anniversary.
From singing icon Raja Kumari to India's first Mrs Universe Sherry Singh, the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI runway celebrated women from all walks of life.
Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa faces a tough challenge at the Candidates Tournament, where he will compete against top players for the chance to challenge for the World Championship title.
India will face Bangladesh in the SAFF Men's U20 Championship final. Both teams have a history of intense contests, promising a gripping encounter.
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the West Bengal government's handling of an incident in Malda district where judicial officers were allegedly attacked. The BJP has accused the TMC of orchestrating the event to obstruct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and protect Rohingyas.
'Both Dhurandhar films in the spy universe have carved out legendary benchmarks for Indian cinema, and they'll be studied for generations across the globe.'
Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.
Kevin Pietersen has expressed reservations about Rishabh Pant's desire to bat in the top order for Lucknow Super Giants, suggesting it may add unnecessary pressure. Pietersen also praised Sameer Rizvi's match-winning performance for Delhi Capitals.
Romance and action rule the roost on this week's OTT special. Take your pick from Sukanya Verma's eclectic menu.
The core issues to be settled -- access to Hormuz, Israel's aggression in Lebanon, the question of Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and compensation -- are thorny enough to require weeks of patient negotiation. The most likely outcome of the opening sessions is that both sides take the measure of each other, establish what is and is not negotiable, and return home without having broken anything. That would count as progress.
'Who among Opposition party MPs has so much power that they raise some issue and the government implements it? The answer is no one except Raghav Chadha.'
As tragedy struck Manisha Malhotra -- the designer lost his beloved mother on March 19 -- and he had pull out of the Lakme Fashion Week, Anurag Gupta stepped as in to help.
Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have often been overlooked in the T20 format, will captain Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings respectively with both eager to make a statement.
A crew of four astronauts boarded their spacecraft for the landmark flight, which represents a major milestone in lunar exploration.
A woman was injured in a chain-snatching attempt in Delhi's CR Park. CCTV footage shows the attackers trailing and assaulting the victim in broad daylight. Police are investigating the incident and have seized the motorcycle used in the crime.
The 'rescue' operation occurred within kilometres of Iran's underground tunnel complex at Isfahan, assessed by the IAEA and US intelligence as holding a substantial portion of the country's 60 per cent enriched uranium stockpile. Retired senior US military officers have highlighted that the mission's footprint -- hundreds of special operators, multiple heavy-lift aircraft deep inside Iran -- appears outsized for recovering a single airman. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.
Sahibzada Farhan of Pakistan and Arundhati Reddy of India have been named the ICC Players of the Month for February, recognising their outstanding performances in T20 cricket.
A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Bishnugarh, Hazaribag, Jharkhand. The SIT will submit its report within a week, focusing on all angles of the case, including awaiting forensic and autopsy reports.
Analysts predict that the ongoing conflict in West Asia, crude oil prices, and global trends will significantly influence the Indian stock market in the upcoming holiday-shortened week. Foreign investor activity and rupee movement will also be crucial.
Jharkhand Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Bishnugarh, Hazaribag. The SIT has been directed to submit a report within a week, and the investigation will consider all angles, including awaiting forensic and autopsy reports.
The 87th Inter-State Sub-Junior and Cadet National Table Tennis Championships begin in Gandhidham, with 32 teams competing for the boys U-15 title. West Bengal enters as the favourite, while other states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra are expected to challenge.
Lucknow Super Giants face a tough challenge against a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. SRH's explosive batting and home advantage make them favourites, while LSG needs to address their batting inconsistencies to secure their first win of the season.
Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in their first home game of IPL 2026, focusing on top-order stability against Mumbai's strong batting lineup.
RCB start IPL 2026 with record-breaking chase against SRH as Rajat Patidar dedicates emotional win to fans lost in last year's tragedy.
The Drama is what you can call a 'feel-bad' romance done right, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
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