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At a press conference in Hyderabad, Rashmika Mandanna said Vijay Deverakondas transformation for Ranabaali reminded her of Allu Arjun in Pushpa 2. She said both actors appeared like different people when performing their characters

Check out the latest sports news from today, including Ravichandran Ashwin, who criticised the selection committee for dropping Yashasvi Jaiswal from the ODI squad for the New Zealand tour

R Ashwin expresses concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's absence from India's ODI squad for the New Zealand tour, warning that a lack of game time could damage his confidence

The BMC demolished parts of Ajay Devgn's Juhu property over alleged unauthorised construction. His office clarified that it is a rented property, not his residence, and said the necessary changes had been made in compliance with the civic body's requirements

The International Paralympic Committee has banned Indian javelin thrower Anmol Vasistha for three years after testing positive for a banned substance

Mahela Jayawardene ends his decade-long association with Mumbai Indians after stepping down as head coach ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season

Air India and Air India Express have extended flight suspensions to Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam until October 24 amid security concerns. Eligible passengers can change travel dates once for free, rebook through alternative Gulf airports or seek full refunds for cancelled flights, subject to airline conditions

Global sensation Priyanka Chopra wished her Varanasi co-star Prithviraj Sukumaran on his birthday on Friday.PeeCee referred to him by the name of his character in their much- anticipated drama

As Hema Malini turned 78 on Friday, actress Esha Deol penned a birthday note for her mamma and called her loveliest lady. Esha took to social media to wish her mother, a veteran actress. She also shared a stunning picture of Hema Malini

Yami Gautam's Nayyi Navelli has hit the screens and has been receiving mixed to negative reviews. Amid this, the film struggled at the box office on day one, collecting just over a modest Rs 3.25 crore

The executive order, signed on October 16 and published by the White House, implements the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which Trump signed into law on September 18

As Ranbir Kapoor and Yash-starrer Ramayana Part 1 gears up for release, Shah Rukh Khan's King promo could be attached to the film in theatres. Ramayana is all set to release on November 5, 2026

As hosts look to win series-decider in Bengaluru tonight, its bowlers will have to find answers quickly against the rampaging West Indies skipper, who has hammered two unbeaten tons in last three T20Is

At 19-4, India were in all sorts of trouble before Niki (39 not out off 35) and Deepti (49 off 37 balls) steadied the ship with an 82-run stand. India eventually got the job done in 15.4 overs.

However, it is understood that there is strong support within the BCCI for retaining Ojha as chairman, which could influence the composition of the new selection panel.

Amid rumours and speculation about Anirudh Ravichander tying the knot with Kavya Maran, the Telangana CM has now confirmed the news. CM Revanth Reddy confirmed the news on his X handle adding that the reception will be held on November 21

Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this in response to a query during his bi-weekly media briefing.

Im looking forward to meeting people, trying new things, exploring different places, and sharing those moments with everyone back home, Rodrigues, who is recovering from a hamstring injury, said at a Swiss Tourism event.

As Indias Asian dominance masks its struggles against elite nations HI must balance continental supremacy with regular exposure to the worlds best teams to prepare Harmanpreet Singh & Co for LA 2028

Ram Purnekars meeting with the chief minister comes amid the investigation into the killing of his father, who served as the ward chief of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) in Manpada

CBFC clears trailer of Ramayana: Rise of a Legend 3D version, which will play in cinemas from next week. The 3D trailer includes an enhanced format key to attracting a global audience

Actor Ajaz Khan has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Imran Khan being asked to leave India after attending a protest in Mumbai. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Ajaz said that since Imran holds American citizenship, he considers him an American.

The Indian Navy commissioned Samarthak, its first multi-purpose vessel built by a private shipyard, at Karwar in Karnataka. Constructed by L&T, the vessel has over 75% indigenous content and will support weapons trials, maritime surveillance, emergency response and humanitarian missions.

Responding to a question about the incident, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday that the alleged plot was a matter of deep concern for India and highlighted the growing cases of hate crimes and racial discrimination against the Indian community in the US

India on Friday issued a second advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to follow local authorities instructions, stay indoors in the event of an aerial attack and refrain from sharing photographs or videos related to the ongoing situation

Kubbra Sait used sarcasm to question the FRRO notice issued against Imran Khan to leave India after he participated in the CJP Mumbai protest at August Kranti Maidan. In her video, she also questioned why demonstrators were being detained for raising concerns.

Check out the latest sports news, including Indian star pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who has been added to the Indian squad for the 5th T20I against West Indies

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's Ranabaali garnered mixed reactions, with viewers appreciating their chemistry and power-packed dialogues while criticising the screenplay, pace and background score.

Obsession, Curry Barker's horror film's original uncut version, will stream on OTT this Halloween. The film stars Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette. It follows a man whose wish for love turns into a terrifying nightmare

Sharvari says Jhumka Patola from Sooraj R. Barjatyas Yeh Prem Mol Liya allowed her to explore her love for dance in a new way. The actor revealed how the filmmaker helped her understand the story behind every movement and expression

Madhuri Dixit has revealed that she enjoyed spicy, flavourful food during her second pregnancy, and her younger son Ryan now eats the spiciest food in the family. Sharing the anecdote on Kon Honar Crorepati, the actor also spoke about ukadiche modak while chatting with guests

Shankar Mahadevans childhood dream of opening a restaurant has taken shape with Malgudi, a South Indian resto-cafe he co-founded with entrepreneur K.S. Ramakrishnan. The brand has expanded to Delhi with its 10th outlet in Rajouri Garden

The Press Council of India has issued guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations, stressing personal safety, professional neutrality and ethical reporting. The advisory asks media personnel to carry visible ID cards

Mika Singh recalled how Daler Mehndi pranked him into believing Jaya Bachchan had sent food to the sets of Na Na Na Na Re. Sharing the memory on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, Mika also revealed how another prank by Daler made him stop messaging Amitabh Bachchan

The tournament will be played from November 14 to 29, with November 30th held as the reserve day. The tournament will feature four continental teams with 160 young players set to make their appearances in the first-ever edition of the Test Twenty

Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia until October 20, 2026, citing the evolving geopolitical situation in the region. The airline said affected passengers would receive full refunds and advised travellers to check flight status for updates

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and celebrity stylist Law Roach have reunited professionally at the 2026 InStyle Imagemaker Awards, years after speculation about an alleged feud in 2023. Roach styled the actor in a Matieres Fecales Spring/Summer 2027 look, bringing their reported fallout back into focus

Ahead of the match, the one big obstacle that is standing in the path of the Men in Blue is the West Indies' skipper Shai Hope. The right-handed batsman has been in his form of life and will look to continue riding on the momentum

Despite its potential, Yami Gautam's Nayyi Navelli turns out to be a lacklustre horror-comedy that fails to deliver either scares or laughs. Its weak script, uninspired storytelling and poor execution make it a thoroughly disappointing watch.

Neha Dhupia has opened up about turning down two major projects, Shah Rukh Khans Chak De! India and Netflixs Operation Safed Sagar. The actor admitted she had always wanted to do a sports film and a story centred on the armed forces, calling the projects missed opportunities

Manjeet Singh Bedi has been extradited from India to the US to face charges of allegedly defrauding the SNAP food assistance programme of at least $600,000. The FBI says he fled to India via Canada after being indicted and will appear before a Washington state court

Team India's star batsman Tilak Varma is set to achieve a new feat in his career. He is 98 runs away from achieving the feat of completing 2000 runs in international cricket

Jason Statham is back as the action-packed world of The Beekeeper expands with a sequel. The teaser for The Beekeeper 2, directed by Timo Tjahjanto, introduces a new mission for Stathams character, with Jeremy Irons returning alongside newcomers

Actor Gurmeet Choudhary and his wife, actress Debina Bonnerjee, recently visited the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain and witnessed the sacred Bhasma Aarti

Soundarya Rajinikanth, the younger daughter of Superstar Rajinikanth, has now said that his latest film, Jailer 2, is going to make history in Tamil cinema

Street Fighter turns video-game nostalgia into a chaotic, laugh-filled ride, with witty banter and a lively ensemble led by Andrew Koji and Noah Centineo, with Vidyut Jammwal making his Hollywood debut as Dhalsim

Queen of Pop Madonna shared heartfelt wishes for her daughter Lourdes Leon on her 30th birthday. She shared that during her delivery, she went through 18 hours of labour, and had a scary moment

Former Team India's cricketer Wasim Jaffer feels that the hosts' missed out on the services of Rinku Singh. He also said that it is unfortunate for Rinku that he is not being considered in the team only because he can't bowl

Actor Payal Rohatagi recently made a scathing attack on Imran Khan amid his deportation row. Calling him stupid for participating in the protest despite his US passport, adding that only jobless actors participate in such protests

They have to not just make presentations but deliver on the ground, a top official present in the meeting told PTI