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'Bhooth Bangla' reunites Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan after 14 years. The film’s first song, ‘Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge’, showcases a fun-filled ghostly universe. Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures, it releases on 10th April 2026 with a star-studded cast
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The Election Commission of India estimates 2,500 CAPF companies may be needed for a single-phase West Bengal Assembly poll. Final decision on phases depends on feasibility, balancing security deployment with preventing voter intimidation and reducing multi-phase election complexity
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HBO has renewed *Industry* for a fifth and final season. The financial drama, created by Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, follows ambitious London bankers. Season four features high-stakes fintech rivalries, while the series concludes on the creators’ planned high note
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Sovereign green bonds continue to anchor India’s modest sustainable bond market, dominating 62–94% of issuance. Social bonds remain niche. Despite $180 billion Asia-Pacific maturities in 2026, India’s green bonds gain investor demand, supporting climate finance goals amid economic and regulatory challenges
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The Supreme Court banned a class 8 NCERT book chapter on judicial corruption, ordering seizure of physical and digital copies. CJI Surya Kant cited contempt, warning of strict action, and issued show-cause notices to NCERT and education officials
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The US Justice Department is reviewing whether it improperly withheld FBI interview records in the Jeffrey Epstein case, including uncorroborated allegations against Donald Trump. Missing files were flagged by journalists and Democrats, prompting scrutiny over transparency and redaction practices
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The CBI secured the extradition of Anil Kumar Reddy Yeddula from the UAE to India in a cheating and criminal intimidation case. The operation involved INTERPOL coordination, Dubai Police, and Andhra Pradesh Police, continuing India’s efforts to repatriate wanted fugitives
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A self-proclaimed "godman" in Yadgir, Mallikarjun Mutya, is absconding after a viral video showing him misbehaving with a minor sparked outrage. The KSCPCR registered a suo motu case, and police filed an FIR under the POCSO Act to initiate a manhunt
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first world leader to surpass 100 million Instagram followers, leading global politicians on the platform. He is ahead of Donald Trump and other leaders, highlighting his expansive digital outreach and popularity in India and worldwide
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Cuba said soldiers killed four armed US-based Cubans after their Florida-registered boat allegedly opened fire near Cayo Falcones. Washington, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is independently investigating the incident, which risks escalating tensions between the US and Cuba
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A public spat erupted between TMC MP Mahua Moitra and Electoral Roll Observer CS Murugan over alleged WhatsApp directions to micro-observers during voter roll revisions. Abhishek Banerjee accused officials of bypassing Supreme Court norms, while Murugan denied issuing improper directives
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The Indian Air Force will hold its largest exercise, Vayu Shakti-2026, at Pokhran near the Pakistan border, with President Droupadi Murmu co-piloting LCH Prachand. Rafale, Sukhoi-30 MKI and Apache helicopters will showcase combat capabilities amid heightened security
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A US appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s bid to fast-track third-country deportations, upholding a lower court injunction. The judges cited failure to meet legal standards and warned of irreparable harm from wrongful removals pending further judicial review
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for February 26, 2026. May the day bring you happiness
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Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Delhi for fresh questioning in a Rs 40,000 crore bank fraud-linked money laundering case involving Reliance Communications. The ED recently attached his Mumbai residence and formed an SIT
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Two Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in the Indravati river area of Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, with arms and explosives recovered. Separately, a Dantewada court sentenced two Maoists to five years’ imprisonment under the Explosive Substances Act
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney begins a landmark India visit aimed at resetting bilateral ties. Meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he will focus on trade, energy, technology and defence cooperation, targeting USD 50 billion trade by 2030 amid renewed diplomatic engagement
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In Tel Aviv, Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed Narendra Modi wearing traditional Indian attire, highlighting warm India-Israel ties. Leaders discussed defence, technology and trade cooperation, including Iron Dome collaboration, during Modi’s state visit marked by his Knesset address and diplomatic engagements
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Mumbai markets opened higher as Sensex and Nifty gained on strong IT buying, fresh FII and DII inflows, and positive US cues. Tech Mahindra and Infosys led advances, while banking and cement stocks lagged amid stable domestic fundamentals and sectoral rotation
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Bill Gates apologised to Gates Foundation staff for his association with Jeffrey Epstein, calling it a “huge mistake,” while denying any illicit conduct. He admitted past affairs and acknowledged reputational damage, maintaining he never engaged with Epstein’s victims or crimes
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A 57-year-old Sikh man, Avtar Singh, was found dead in California days after being kidnapped in Tracy. Authorities said he was not the intended target. Investigation continues as community members mourn the longtime temple volunteer and head cook
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A suicide blast at Dajil checkpost near Dera Darya Khan bridge in Bhakkar district killed two police personnel, shutting the key highway between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. The attack comes amid rising militancy in Pakistan following the TTP ceasefire collapse
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Ahead of Kerala Assembly polls, the CPI(M) is intensifying cultural outreach to secure a third term for Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. By engaging film icons like Mohanlal and other artists, the party aims to strengthen its public image
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a two-day State visit to Israel, welcomed by President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The visit focuses on strengthening strategic ties, defence, innovation, AI, and addressing the Knesset, reinforcing India-Israel partnership and cooperation
