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Yuvan Shankar Raja will compose music for Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s upcoming multilingual film, produced by Kannan Ravi Group. The project is planned as a grand entertainer releasing in five languages across India
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The Indian Navy commissioned INS Anjadip in Chennai, enhancing anti-submarine warfare and coastal surveillance capabilities. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, the vessel features indigenous sonar and torpedoes, strengthening maritime security in coastal and shallow waters
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Afghan forces launched retaliatory strikes along the Durand Line, claiming to have killed 55 Pakistani soldiers and captured bases after alleged Pakistani airstrikes on civilian areas. Rising tensions threaten border stability as both sides trade accusations over cross-border attacks
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Delhi Police arrested 14 protesters, including JNUSU president Aditi Mishra, after clashes during a march at Jawaharlal Nehru University over Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit’s remarks, with an FIR filed under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions
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A Delhi court acquitted former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the excise policy case, citing lack of evidence and failure by the CBI to prove criminal conspiracy or corruption allegations
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Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam joined the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Chennai, in the presence of Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, marking a major political realignment ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections
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Two men sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering Pukhraj in Bijnor allegedly threatened the presiding judge moments after the verdict. Authorities enhanced security for the judge following the courtroom intimidation incident, officials confirmed
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Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia after Afghanistan launched retaliatory cross-border attacks along the Durand Line. Both sides reported conflicting casualty figures, raising tensions despite a Qatar-mediated ceasefire, as the UN urged diplomacy to prevent further escalation
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani presented a mock newspaper front page to President Donald Trump at the White House, pitching a $21 billion housing plan while also urging the release of detained Columbia University student Ellie Aghayeva
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Netflix declined to raise its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing the way for a higher offer from Paramount Global backed by Skydance, potentially reshaping Hollywood amid regulatory and antitrust scrutiny
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In Hyderabad, director Anil Ravipudi announced a Sankranthi release starring Venkatesh and Nandamuri Kalyan Ram. The festive entertainer marks Ravipudi’s fifth collaboration with Venkatesh and follows his recent blockbuster success
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In Mumbai, comedian Bharti Singh shared a vlog glimpse of newborn son Kaju, revealing only his lips and noting resemblance to elder brother Gola. She also spoke about motherhood guilt and praised husband Harssh Limbaachiya for support
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The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau recorded statements of actors Mohanlal and Dileep in a probe into alleged gold and fund misappropriation for the 2017 Sabarimala temple flag mast installation, as directed by the Kerala High Court
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A wild elephant strayed into Ranchi’s Hawai Nagar area on Friday morning, causing panic among residents. Forest officials deployed a team to drive it back safely. Authorities heightened safety measures amid rising concerns over man-elephant conflict fatalities in Jharkhand
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged social media platforms to fairly share revenue with content creators, including journalists, influencers, and researchers. Proposed IT rules also mandate labeling AI-generated content, strengthening transparency, accountability, and fairness in India’s digital content ecosystem
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Tamil director Venkat Prabhu humorously acknowledged a clock goof in his 2008 hit *Saroja* on X. The playful exchange with a fan, featuring Senthil and Goundamani gifs, delighted netizens, highlighting the film’s lasting popularity and comedic charm
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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
