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Nick Jonas shared a nostalgic Holi photo with Priyanka Chopra, celebrating their festive memories together. The singer also recently praised her song “Teri Dulhan Sajaungi” from Barsaat, delighting Indian fans with his enthusiasm for her work
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A 13-year-old boy, Unais Khan, was killed by a bullet at a birthday party in Lucknow’s Krishna Nagar area. The firearm, allegedly handled by the host, discharged accidentally. Police have seized the gun and are questioning minors present
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Cyberabad Police have intensified visible policing in Dundigal, deploying patrol vehicles and Blue Colt personnel for foot patrols in busy areas and traffic junctions. Officers interact with residents and monitor suspicious activities to enhance public safety and security
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A 20-year-old nurse named Soni allegedly died by suicide by hanging in her Miyapur residence on Tuesday. Working at a local private hospital, she was found by authorities following her brother's complaint. Police are currently investigating to determine the motive
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The Indian Army has stepped up surveillance along the Jammu and Kashmir border amid rising drone and balloon sightings from Pakistan. Officials say these intrusions aim to distract security forces, but infiltration attempts by terror groups like LeT and JeM have been thwarted
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CBSE has postponed Class 10 and 12 exams in Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia and UAE, due to escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict. Fresh dates will be announced later, with a review set for March 5
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Multiple Baloch militant groups, including the Balochistan Liberation Front, BRG, and UBA, launched coordinated attacks on Pakistani military and police across Balochistan, causing casualties, infrastructure damage, and escalating hostilities in the province
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Air India repatriated 149 passengers from Dubai amid Middle East tensions on flight AI916D, marking the first special operation by an Indian airline. Earlier, 143 crew members returned safely on flight AI918D
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Garuda Aerospace unveiled a drone capable of tranquilising elephants from the air, reducing risks to humans and wildlife. C P Radhakrishnan inaugurated the UAV, highlighting its role in indigenous technology for human-elephant conflict mitigation
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Afghan forces conducted retaliatory strikes on Pakistani military posts along the Durand Line after cross-border air raids by Pakistan. Clashes in Kandahar, Khost, and Jalalabad have killed and captured soldiers, marking the heaviest fighting in years along the tense border
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The Trump administration faced criticism for delayed public communication on the Donald Trump-led attack on Iran. While the Pentagon briefed select pro-Trump media, mainstream outlets reported limited clarity, highlighting an unconventional communications strategy during the initial stages of the conflict
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Crude oil prices rose over 1 per cent amid West Asia tensions and threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude touched $79.2 per barrel, with analysts warning prolonged disruptions could sharply impact India’s imports
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Thousands of women gathered at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple for the annual Attukal Pongala festival, preparing ritual offerings in a massive display of devotion. The women-only event, once listed in the Guinness World Records, transformed the city into a vast spiritual arena
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The Madras High Court’s Madurai Bench suggested allowing five court-named persons to offer 15-minute symbolic prayers near the Deepathoon atop Tirupparankundram hill, amid a contempt plea over Karthigai Deepam lighting and political controversy surrounding prohibitory orders
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Iran launched a drone strike on the United States Embassy Riyadh as fighting intensified with the US and Israel. Donald Trump signalled prolonged operations, while regional attacks, rising casualties and strikes on nuclear and energy sites deepened Middle East instability
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Narendra Modi’s YouTube channel surpassed 30 million subscribers, making him the platform’s most-followed world leader. He far outpaces Jair Bolsonaro and Donald Trump, reinforcing his global digital dominance
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The United States Embassy Islamabad and consulates in Lahore, Karachi and Peshawar suspended operations after nationwide protests erupted over the reported killing of Ali Khamenei. Clashes across Pakistan left at least 23 dead amid escalating unrest
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Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant Kumar will soon enter active politics, with Janata Dal (United) set to announce his new role. State minister Sharwan Kumar said Nishant will receive a significant responsibility, amid speculation about a possible Rajya Sabha nomination
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Gold prices extended gains for a fifth session as Middle East tensions and rising oil prices boosted safe-haven demand. On Multi Commodity Exchange, April gold futures surged, while investors tracked US data and Federal Reserve cues amid inflation concerns
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The makers of **Peddi** unveiled “Rai Rai Raa Raa,” a high-energy intro song featuring Ram Charan. Composed and sung by A. R. Rahman, the vibrant track showcases electrifying choreography and grand visuals ahead of the film’s worldwide release on April 30
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The Central Board of Film Certification cleared Vijay Ranganathan’s romantic crime thriller **Oh Butterfly** with an A certificate. Starring Nivedhithaa Sathish, the film follows a troubled honeymoon that spirals into betrayal and murder, promising intense psychological drama ahead of its March 6 release
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At the United Nations Security Council, US First Lady Melania Trump proposed a “single digital nation-state,” highlighting blockchain, AI and education’s role in peace. Presiding during America’s rotating presidency, she emphasised children, technology and global understanding amid geopolitical tensions
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Six people were killed and several injured in Karachi during clashes outside the US Consulate following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Police used tear gas and warning shots to disperse protesters amid stone-throwing and unrest
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Protests near the US Consulate in Karachi turned violent after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israel airstrikes. Demonstrators clashed with police, causing property damage, injuries, and traffic disruptions, prompting law enforcement to use tear gas and baton charges
