Human Interest

Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, crossed Rs 1,088 crore worldwide in its first week, setting multiple records and emerging as Indian cinema’s biggest global blockbuster

The Yamunotri Temple Committee announced open entry for all devotees at Yamunotri Dham regardless of religion or caste. The decision comes ahead of the Char Dham Yatra beginning April 19

 Israel intensified strikes on Iran amid stalled diplomacy with the United States, escalating regional conflict. Tensions over the Strait of Hormuz raised fears of global energy crisis and further instability 

KC Venugopal accused Pinarayi Vijayan of targeting Rahul Gandhi while avoiding criticism of Narendra Modi. He asserted UDF unity and confidence in electoral victory in Wayanad

Han Kang, Karen Hao and Arundhati Roy were honoured at the National Book Critics Circle Awards. Frances FitzGerald received lifetime achievement, while NPR and PBS were also recognised

Donald Trump praised Narendra Modi, expressing confidence in stronger India-US ties. During discussions on West Asia tensions, both leaders emphasised peace, stability, and ensuring the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains secure

Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Rama’ look from Ramayana will be unveiled April 2 on Hanuman Jayanti, announced Namit Malhotra. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the epic releases globally in two parts during Diwali 2026 and 2027

Kerala police registered a case against X Corp and a user for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly defaming the PM and Election Commission of India. Investigation is ongoing under cybercrime and IT laws

Juries in Los Angeles and New Mexico held Meta and YouTube liable for harms to children, including mental health issues and sexual exploitation. Experts say the verdicts signal growing accountability for Big Tech and could reshape social media regulation globally

The Intelligence Bureau has warned of a charity scam exploiting the Iran war, targeting mainly the Shia community in Jammu and Kashmir. Fake fundraisers have collected crores, possibly financing personal gains and anti-national activities

In Nizamabad, police booked unidentified persons for allegedly poisoning stray dogs amid claims that nearly 1,000 were killed over months. Animal rights activists demanded investigation, post-mortems, and strict action, alleging involvement of local authorities and rising incidents of missing dogs

Residents in Hyderabad faced fuel disruptions as several stations stayed shut overnight despite stock availability, reopening late morning. Long queues formed while auto drivers protested LPG shortages, citing hours of waiting, limited supply, and operational restrictions across multiple areas

Vivek Agnihotri announced 'Operation Sindoor', a film with Bhushan Kumar based on KJS Dhillon’s book, depicting India’s covert strikes after the Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent military operations

Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya reacted to Royal Challengers Bangalore’s nearly $2 billion sale, defending his original investment and calling it gratifying. He congratulated new owners, recalling early criticism while highlighting the franchise’s massive value growth over time

Aditya Dhar denied AI-manipulated images showing Ranveer Singh smoking in a turban in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling them false and malicious, urging audiences to trust official content amid controversy and police complaints involving Sikh sentiments

A Sikh group filed a complaint in Mumbai against Ranveer Singh and makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge for allegedly hurting religious sentiments over a poster. Police are probing; no FIR registered yet

The Telangana Petroleum Dealers Association assured no fuel shortage in Hyderabad despite panic buying causing temporary stockouts. Officials urged citizens to avoid hoarding, warning that unsafe storage violates norms and poses serious fire hazards

Harish Rana, India’s first approved passive euthanasia case, was cremated in New Delhi after 13 years in a vegetative state. The Supreme Court of India had permitted withdrawal of life support under legal guidelines

The Centre plans to cut broken rice allocation under PDS to boost ethanol production, freeing 90 lakh tonnes annually. Sanjeev Chopra said the move aims to strengthen supply chains, support blending targets and reduce crude import dependence

Unemployed youth in Hyderabad announced a ‘Chalo Assembly’ protest on March 26 against the Congress government’s failure to deliver promised jobs and allowance. Protesters demand recruitment notifications, job calendar and fulfilment of election commitments

The Supreme Court ruled that individuals who convert to religions other than Hinduism, Sikhism or Buddhism cannot claim Scheduled Caste status or related benefits. The court upheld an Andhra Pradesh High Court decision quashing a pastor’s case filed under the SC/ST Act

Swiggy raised its platform fee by 17% to ₹17.58 per order after Zomato made a similar move. The hikes reflect rising operational costs and a broader industry trend to improve margins amid increasing expenses

Rajinikanth praised Dhurandhar: The Revenge as a must-watch, as the Aditya Dhar film crossed Rs 700 crore globally. Starring Ranveer Singh, the sequel continues its strong box office run

Gold and silver prices dropped sharply in Mumbai as easing West Asia tensions reduced safe-haven demand after Donald Trump signalled a pause in strikes on Iran. Weak global trends and improving sentiment pressured precious metals markets