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Rishab Shetty’s much-anticipated prequel, Kantara Chapter 1, is set to make its OTT release in less than a month after its theatrical release on October 2.
Shetty, who wrote, directed, and starred in the film, shared the screen with Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. The OTT release promises to bring the legend of Berme and his men to audiences across the country and beyond.
What initially seemed like a tragic fire accident in Delhi’s Gandhi Vihar has turned out to be a shocking case of premeditated murder. The Delhi Police have arrested three people including a 21-year-old forensic science student for allegedly killing a 32-year-old UPSC aspirant and then setting his apartment ablaze to destroy evidence.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed hope that the next Quad meeting could be held in the first quarter of next year. He stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the meeting. Albanese described the Quad as an important platform for stability and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Quad group comprises India, United States, Japan, and Australia. These four democratic countries work together to promote peace, stability, and free navigation in the Indo-Pacific region.
It is worth noting that a Quad summit was planned to be held in India this year, but due to US President Donald Trump's busy schedule and political instability in Japan, the event was postponed.
The Election Commission has made a major announcement regarding the nationwide SIR.
According to the Election Commission, the second phase of SIR will be conducted in 12 states. This will include voter list corrections, inclusion of new voters, and correction of errors in the list.
Instagram is taking another big step toward making its platform more Reels-focused by introducing a watch history feature. This update allows users to revisit previously watched Reels, a functionality that has long been requested by the app’s community.
The feature aims to make it easier for users to find videos they enjoyed but couldn’t locate again.
Chhath Puja, one of India’s most revered festivals is a four-day celebration dedicated to Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiya. For devotees, it represents discipline, devotion, and physical endurance.
Central to the festival is the nirjala fast 'a 36-hour fast without water' symbolizing surrender, purity, and unwavering faith. But what if the fast breaks accidentally? Traditions and scriptures provide guidance.
A major road accident occurred near Kanbha on the Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway early Monday morning, killing three people and seriously injuring more than 15 passengers. The death toll is feared to rise, as the condition of several injured is reported to be critical.
According to reports, the accident occurred when a luxury bus belonging to Patel Travels collided with a Kia car. Following the collision, the drivers of both vehicles stopped on the roadside to try to resolve the situation. Some passengers had gotten off the bus and were standing outside.
The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, and the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) have announced the launching of Expressions of Interest (EoI) for their Joint Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme from July 2026.
This joint programme offers aspirants the opportunity to do research under the supervision of leading academics from both institutions. The candidates will also have the experience the academic environments of India and Australia.
A joint PhD degree from UQ and IIT Delhi will be provided to the students upon successful completion.
Due to cyclone Montha, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Besides the cyclone is likely to bring heavy rain in several districts across West Bengal from Tuesday to Friday.
It is likely to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm and make landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday night, the IMD said in a special bulletin.
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to initiate contempt proceedings against advocate Rakesh Kishore, who hurled a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai, observing that the court should not give “undue importance” to someone seeking publicity through such acts.
Famous couple Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have ended their relationship after 15 years. This news has created a stir on social media. No one can believe why the couple has ended their loving relationship.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij separated?
According to the media report, Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have decided to end their 15-year marriage forever. Sources have told the media that the couple tried hard to save their relationship, but were unsuccessful and have finally divorced.
Famous couple Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have ended their relationship after 15 years. This news has created a stir on social media. No one can believe why the couple has ended their loving relationship.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij separated?
According to the media report, Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have decided to end their 15-year marriage forever. Sources have told the media that the couple tried hard to save their relationship, but were unsuccessful and have finally divorced.
The Supreme Court has defered to 31 October the hearing on the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, Gulfisha Fatima, and Meeran Haider. They were allegedly involved in the Febraury 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy in Delhi case.
A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and NV Anjaria adjourned the matter after Additional Solicitor General SV Raju sought time. Raju had requested the bench for more time to file a reply.
Indian ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been admitted to a Sydney hospital following a rib-cage injury sustained during the ongoing India-Australia series. What initially appeared to be a routine on-field fall has turned out to be far more severe.
Famous couple Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have ended their relationship after 15 years. This news has created a stir on social media. No one can believe why the couple has ended their loving relationship.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij separated?
According to the media report, Jay Bhanushali and Mahi Vij have decided to end their 15-year marriage forever. Sources have told the media that the couple tried hard to save their relationship, but were unsuccessful and have finally divorced.
Indian ODI team vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been hospitalised in Sydney and moved to ICU. Shreyas suffered an injury while fielding during the third ODI against Australia.
Accourding to reports Shreyas is suffering from internal bleeding which could keep him out of action for at least three weeks or even more.
The voting for the 18th Bihar Assembly will be held in two phases on 6 and 11 November. The first phase will cover 121 seats in 18 districts, and the second phase 122 seats in 20 districts. A total of 2616 candidates are contesting for 243 Assembly seats in the two phases, of which 1085 are contesting for the first time.
In the first phase the fate of 17 Ministers including to Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, is at stake. The first phase election will be held on 6 November.
India’s leading omnichannel eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions Limited is preparing to make its debut on the public market this week. Backed by marquee investors and led by co-founder and CEO Peyush Bansal, the IPO is being closely watched as one of the most high-profile offerings in India in 2025.
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai has recemmonded to the Union Law Ministry the name of Justice Surya Kant as his successor, marking the initiation of the process to appoint the next Chief Justice of India.
Justice Surya Kant will be the 53rd CJI following the retirement of Chief Justice BR Gavai on 24 November, upon attaining the age of 65.
According to the established procedure, the Union Ministry of Law and Justice had recently written to CJI BR Gavai, seeking his recommendation for the next CJI.
The second season of 'Nobody Wants This' picks up right where the first left off, diving deeper into the lives of Joanne (Kristen Bell), a candid, agnostic podcaster and Noah (Adam Brody), a charming rabbi who’s trying to balance love and faith. After the whirlwind romance and optimism of Season 1, the couple now finds themselves at a crossroads. The honeymoon glow has faded, replaced by questions that challenge their relationship’s very foundation.
The divine festival of Chhath Puja 2025 has reached its most sacred phase today, October 27, as millions of devotees across India gather on riverbanks and ponds to offer Sandhya Arghya- prayers to the setting sun. The air is filled with devotion, the ghats are beautifully decorated, and chants of “Jai Chhathi Maiya!” echo across towns and villages.
Indian equity benchmarks opened on a strong footing on Thursday, tracking positive global cues and steady foreign inflows. At 10 am, the Nifty 50 index climbed more than 100 points to trade near 25,900, while the BSE Sensex advanced over 300 points, inching closer to the 84,600 mark.
With the first phase of the assembly elections set for November 6 and 11 across 121 constituencies in Bihar, the Congress has unveiled a high-powered list of 40 star campaigners as part of its strategy to regain ground. Leading the list are Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and party president Mallikarjun Kharge, names that signal national intent and high-voltage campaigning.
Across India, 24-carat gold is priced at around Rs 12,463 per gram, while 22-carat gold is about Rs 11,425 per gram (18K around Rs 9,351) based on recent data. These reflect declines of circa Rs 114 for 24K and Rs 105 for 22K compared to recent levels, indicating a slight pull-back.
Delhi-NCR began Monday- the main day of Chhath Puja wrapped in a layer of mist and smog. Early in the morning, thousands of devotees headed to the Yamuna ghats and artificial ponds to offer ‘Arghya’ to the rising Sun, but were met with low visibility and toxic air.
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