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The makers of Harish Shankar’s action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh, starring Pawan Kalyan, have announced that the film will now release on March 19, a week earlier than its original date of March 26.
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The iconic Trimulgherry football ground in Secunderabad Cantonment has been closed due to the construction of a compound wall as part of the proposed elevated corridor project. The closure has disrupted decades-old routines of football players, children, and morning walkers.
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Naga Chaitanya’s upcoming film 'Vrushakarma' teases audiences with a spine-chilling glimpse video, highlighting suspense and horror elements. The short teaser sets the tone for the movie, generating excitement among fans ahead of its release
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced his shift to the Rajya Sabha, prompting Congress to call it a “leadership coup” orchestrated by ‘G2’. The political transition sparks debates on succession and the future of JD(U)–BJP governance in Bihar
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Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Alexander Stubb in New Delhi to strengthen India–Finland relations, discussing cooperation across sectors and global issues. The Finnish President is visiting India for the Raisina Dialogue and other diplomatic engagements
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Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a star-studded wedding reception in Hyderabad after their private Udaipur ceremony, attended by leading film personalities and political figures. The couple, who dated for seven years, celebrated with industry friends and family
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The Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad, took this decision due to high volume of applications received from these areas that are more than the centres capacity
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The Austrian women’s hockey team has arrived in Hyderabad for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled to begin on March 8 at the Gachibowli Hockey Complex. Austria, led by Johanna Czech, will face England, Italy and Korea in Pool A.
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Collector Abhilasha Abhinav inspected a Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya in Nirmal as part of the State’s 99-day action plan. She reviewed food quality, stock management, and educational standards, while interacting with students to understand their concerns.
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Senior US military leaders told lawmakers over 108,000 American soldiers are deployed across 160 countries, maintaining global operations while confronting conflicts in the Middle East and rising threats from China and Russia, despite ongoing readiness challenges such as ageing equipment and maintenance delays
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The Congress party’s Rajya Sabha nominations from Telangana have sparked discontent among Backward Class leaders, who feel sidelined despite long-standing loyalty. While many BC, SC, and ST aspirants hoped for a chance, the party leadership finalised Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Vem Narender Reddy, ignoring the Udaipur Declaration norms.
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A Holi celebration in Relakayalapalli village, Khammam district, turned violent when the sarpanch’s husband, Bansi, was attacked with boiling water by miscreants. He sustained burn injuries but is reported to be stable.
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Iran launched fresh missile attacks on Israel and US bases as the Middle East war entered its sixth day. Israel struck Hezbollah in Lebanon, killing civilians and militants, while tensions spread regionally, rattling oil markets and prompting diplomatic clashes in Seoul
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the sinking of the frigate IRIS Dena by a US submarine off Sri Lanka. He condemned the strike as an atrocity, warning America would regret the precedent of attacking Iranian forces far from its shores
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A massive fire broke out at a plywood godown in Hyderabad’s Katedan during the early hours of Thursday, destroying property worth lakhs of rupees.
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Bihar IPS officer M Sunil Kumar Naik appeared before Andhra Pradesh Police in Guntur for questioning over alleged custodial torture of Deputy Speaker K. Raghu Ramakrishna Raju. Directed by High Court, Naik denied involvement, citing political motivation behind the case
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Security forces killed Maoist Rajesh Punem, a Bhairamgarh area committee member carrying a ₹5 lakh reward, during an encounter in forested terrain along the Dantewada-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh. Arms, ammunition, and communication equipment were recovered; no security personnel were injured
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A 17-year-old boy, Sameer Gupta, was beaten to death by an angry mob in Malda, West Bengal, after he allegedly opened fire during a Holi-related clash between two groups, injuring four villagers including a child, triggering protests and vandalism
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Tension gripped Moula Ali Kaman in Malkajgiri on Wednesday night after some youth allegedly tore down a poster of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Authorities have since deployed a police picket at the site to prevent further disturbances.
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Forest departments of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka will conduct a synchronised vulture census across the Nilgiri landscape on March 7–8 to assess endangered populations. Surveys across major reserves aim to monitor nests, track numbers and strengthen conservation in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
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Morgan Stanley has reportedly laid off about 2,500 employees, nearly 3% of its global workforce, amid shifting business priorities and performance reviews. The cuts span multiple divisions despite record 2025 revenues, while other firms like Amazon and Oracle also trim jobs
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Public parks under the Kothagudem Municipal Corporation are deteriorating due to prolonged neglect and poor maintenance. Despite funds being sanctioned, facilities remain broken, garbage piles up, and children’s play areas pose safety risks.
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is likely to file nomination for the Rajya Sabha from Patna, signalling a possible end to his long tenure as chief minister. BJP leader Nitin Nabin will also file papers as NDA eyes all five seats
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A temple festival elephant turned violent near Nooranad in Alappuzha, injuring its mahout and damaging several parked vehicles. Wildlife officials later tranquilised the animal and moved it away. The injured mahout is undergoing treatment at Kottayam Medical College, police said
