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Top Gun 3 has been officially announced with Tom Cruise returning as Maverick. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the sequel follows the success of *Top Gun: Maverick*, which grossed $1.5 billion globally
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The Shastripuram Road Over Bridge was inaugurated in Hyderabad on Friday, easing traffic towards NH-44, PVNR Expressway and RGIA. The four-lane structure is expected to significantly reduce travel time for around one lakh daily commuters across surrounding localities.
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Bihar government, led by Samrat Choudhary, conducted statewide surprise jail raids to strengthen prison security and reforms, with extensive searches across facilities finding no contraband while signalling stricter monitoring and discipline in correctional institutions
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National Investigation Agency took over probe into ISI-linked spy network using CCTV cameras across India, uncovered by Ghaziabad police, to examine espionage, funding, and national security breaches involving sensitive locations
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Actor-dancer Jaaved Jaaferi is set to return as a judge on the fifth season of India’s Best Dancer. The veteran, known for Boogie Woogie, expressed excitement about the show, celebrating India’s passion for dance.
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Gautam Adani became Asia’s richest person, surpassing Mukesh Ambani in the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, as Adani Group stock gains boosted his net worth amid global market volatility in 2026
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Harivansh was elected unopposed as Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha for a third term, becoming the first nominated member to hold the post, with leaders including Narendra Modi extending congratulations
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Global energy disruptions from the Iran war are pushing Asian and African nations to expand nuclear power, with countries accelerating reactor plans and boosting output to reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid rising costs and supply uncertainties worldwide
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A 62-year-old retired school principal died in a fire accident at her Begumpet residence while performing daily prayers. Police said her saree caught fire while lighting a lamp, and she succumbed to severe burn injuries at the spot.
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Students of Tamil Nadu National Law University protested against Vice Chancellor V Nagaraj over remarks linking women’s dress to harassment, demanding apology as controversy grew, while he clarified comments were misinterpreted and intended as general advice
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Customs officials at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport seized around 3 kg of hydroponic marijuana from a woman arriving from Bangkok. The passenger was detained, and investigations are underway to trace the source and possible international links.
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s film Maa Inti Bangaaram unveiled its first song “Thassadiya,” a vibrant wedding number by Santhosh Narayanan, showcasing energetic choreography ahead of the movie’s May 15 theatrical release
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Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer lead talks in Paris with dozens of nations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran blockade, aiming to secure global oil trade without involvement of United States
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A 21-year-old engineering student died by suicide in her hostel room in Hyderabad’s Petbasheerabad, reportedly unable to cope with her father’s recent death. Police recovered a note expressing emotional distress and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded higher in early deals on Friday, supported by easing geopolitical tensions, a ceasefire in West Asia and fresh foreign inflows, even as Asian markets remained cautious despite strong cues from US equities.
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Two young men died after their motorcycle crashed into a tree at Yadgarpally crossroads in Keesara on Thursday night. Police said overspeeding caused the accident when the rider lost control at a sharp curve while returning from a trip.
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The rupee appreciated 28 paise to 92.86 against the US dollar in early trade, supported by easing geopolitical tensions, foreign fund inflows and positive domestic equities, though gains were capped by a firm dollar and global uncertainties.
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Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress Party government of underpaying compensation to Sigachi Industries blast victims, alleging safety violations, delayed justice, and failure to fulfill ₹1 crore promise to affected families nearly a year later
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US President Donald Trump described his conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “very good,” highlighting discussions on bilateral ties and the West Asia conflict, with both leaders stressing the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
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Jangaon police arrested a man and his second wife for allegedly plotting to kill his two minor sons over a land dispute. The murder plan was foiled after the hired killer alerted the children’s mother
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The Telangana High Court stayed a trial court order enforcing a Lok Adalat award on 90.08 acres in Kapra village, granting interim relief to the State, which claims the land is evacuee property and alleges the award was obtained fraudulently
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The Academy recently shared a clip of Shah Rukh Khan’s memorable speech from Om Shanti Om on Instagram, highlighting his enduring global stardom. The 2007 film, directed by Farah Khan, remains a celebrated Bollywood classic blending romance, reincarnation, and satire.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao assured full support for Telangana athletes to compete internationally and stressed the need for a strong sports policy, while distributing prizes at the KCR Cricket Cup and promising improved infrastructure if the party returns to power
