Priyadarshan on his casting for Haiwaan: 'I thought that if Akshaye Khanna refused, I would go to Suniel Shetty.'
A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) member in Lucknow. The victim is receiving medical treatment, and police have recovered the weapon.
Police in Chandigarh have arrested four people in connection with a shooting at Panjab University, which was orchestrated by gangsters based abroad. The shooters targeted a student leader, but he was unharmed.
Mumbai Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the shooting of Sameer Sheikh, son of alleged gangster Asif Dadi, who was reportedly linked to the Dawood Ibrahim gang.
Following Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amidst widespread student protests over the NEET paper leak, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi congratulated the youth, calling it a crucial step for education reform, and urged broader public action to hold the government accountable, demanding an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
India is relying heavily on its boxing, weightlifting, and athletics contingents to maintain its two-decade streak of top-five finishes at the Commonwealth Games, which opens in Glasgow.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, expressing confidence in their passion, determination, and spirit of excellence. He noted that the Games feature 215 events across 10 sports.
The US Secret Service shot an armed individual involved in a shooting incident near the White House, prompting a warning for the public to avoid the area. A juvenile bystander was also injured during the incident.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led a cycling rally in Glasgow, engaging the Indian community to promote healthy living and encourage support for the 'Cheer for Bharat' initiative at the Commonwealth Games. He urged participation in the Fit India Movement and highlighted cycling's benefits for health and environment, as India prepared to compete in a scaled-down CWG focusing on boxing, weightlifting, and athletics.
Ranveer Singh's zombie survival thriller Pralay is set to elevate its horror quotient by engaging the world-class prosthetic makeup artists behind Danny Boyle's iconic 28 Days Later.
Army shooter Ganga Singh won gold in the men's 50m rifle 3-positions at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Haryana's Kamaljeet Choudhary and Surbhi Rao secured the 10m air pistol mixed team title.
Rajesh Sharma has been hospitalised in Kolkata with a severe, rapidly spreading infection after a suspected insect bite during a film shoot in Hyderabad, prompting close medical observation for potential complications.
A man was injured after a teacher's husband allegedly opened fire on a government school premises in Rajasthan's Karauli district following a dispute over leave denial.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final joined an exclusive list after Spain edged Argentina 1-0 in extra time. This is the ninth time a Cup final went beyond the stipulated 90 minutes,
A man has been arrested in Uklana, Haryana, following the death of a youth in a shooting incident. The accused, identified as Pradeep, allegedly opened fire during an altercation, resulting in the death of Shubham. Police are investigating the incident and have recovered significant information.
Indian shooter Sainyam clinched a silver medal in the women's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, marking India's first medal at the competition.
A former village head in Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, was critically injured after being shot by unidentified assailants on a motorcycle during his morning walk.
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has reportedly received a threat from individuals claiming affiliation with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, accusing him of promoting 'love jihad' following his recent third marriage. Mumbai Police are currently verifying the authenticity of a social media post and a voice note related to the alleged threat.
India's Chef de Mission Rohit Rajpal stated that success at the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games will be measured not only by medals but also by the 'knowledge it acquires' for hosting the 2030 edition in Ahmedabad.
Railways' Sonam Uttam Maskar won gold in the women's 10m air rifle event at the Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship, with Elavenil Valarivan taking silver. Tilottama Sen, Sanvi R.P. also secured titles in junior and youth categories respectively.
Asian Championships gold medallist Neeru Dhanda has secured her first individual ISSF World Cup title in the women's trap event in Lonato, Italy.
Sultanganj Nagar Parishad chairman Rajkumar, who was shot in his office in Bhagalpur district on April 28, has died in a Patna hospital. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has expressed grief and ordered a speedy trial.
Rajasthan's Anjali Shekhawat won gold in the women's 10m air pistol event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Haryana's Kanak Budhwar secured silver, and Punjab's Agam Ranjit Kaur Grewal took bronze. Haryana also dominated the team event.
Police in Gurugram have arrested four individuals in connection with the shooting at the residence of Saurabh Yadav, event organiser for singer Rahul Fazilpuria. The arrested individuals are accused of providing logistical support to the shooters, who remain at large.
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal will face-off as defending champions Argentina meet reigning European champions Spain in the FIFA World Cup final, in New York on Saturday.
The 23rd Commonwealth Games have commenced in Glasgow, marking the city's second time hosting the event. This edition is significantly scaled down with a reduced budget and fewer sports and athletes, following Victoria's withdrawal. King Charles III is inaugurating the Games, which will feature 123 Indian athletes, though India's medal tally is expected to be impacted by the exclusion of key sports. India is set to host the 2030 CWG in Ahmedabad.
'I was very close to Kader Khan. Whenever he wrote dialogues and scenes, he would often write my name next to certain roles. He would personally recommend me to directors. Such was his stature that directors would immediately pay attention to his suggestions.'
The Sports Authority of India's Training Centre in Dimapur, Nagaland, will be upgraded to a National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) following an MoU with the state government. This multi-phase development will transform the 64-acre Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex, providing enhanced facilities for athletes in various disciplines.
Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after the teams were locked goalless at the end of extra-time in the Round of 16 match to enter the World Cup quarter-finals at BC Place, Vancouver, on Tuesday.
'For a community of people that love cinema as much as you guys do here, this will be one of those moments you'll be comparing every cinema experience you have after this one to The Odyssey.'
Rudrankksh Patil of Maharashtra won the gold medal in the men's 10m air rifle event at the Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship, overcoming a challenge from Haryana's Rohit Kanyan.
A robbery accused, Jeeva, was shot in the leg by Bengaluru police after he allegedly attacked officers with a dagger while resisting arrest. Police had received a tip-off about his location following a robbery case. Jeeva, who has a criminal history of seven cases, was subdued and arrested after warning shots failed to deter him. Both the accused and an injured officer were hospitalised.
It's goalless at half-time in the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in New York on Sunday.
A man was shot in the chest during his birthday celebration at a Gurugram farmhouse after a friend's revolver allegedly discharged accidentally. The injured man is hospitalised and an investigation is underway.
Two individuals sustained injuries after a shooting incident occurred in a salon in Pune's Warje area. Police have detained one suspect and are searching for others involved in the attack, which stemmed from a prior dispute.
A man was killed in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, during a hunting trip after being accidentally shot by his companion. Police have arrested the accused, who claims the shooting was accidental.
A 38-year-old woman was allegedly shot dead by her husband in Hyderabad over suspicion of an affair. Police have registered a murder case and are investigating the incident.
India has dispatched a formidable contingent, including Olympic medallists Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale, to the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, China.
The personal bodyguard of Bollywood actor Salman Khan has testified in court that the April 2024 shooting incident at the actor's Mumbai residence was an attempt to kill him. The trial began last month with the bodyguard's deposition as the first witness.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has commenced its national judges course for 2026, aimed at developing qualified and competent judges to strengthen the technical ecosystem of shooting in India.
