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Zoe Saldana Becomes Highest-grossing Leading Actor In Global Box Office History

Saldana has starred in the three highest-grossing films of all time, the two Avatar films and Avengers: Endgame.

14 Jan 2026 12:29 pm
China Records $1.2 Trillion Trade Surplus In 2025, As Exports Rose 6.6% In December

For the whole of 2025, Chinas exports to the U.S. fell 20% since Trump returned to office

14 Jan 2026 12:15 pm
Elon Musk vs OpenAI Trial Set For April 27

The legal showdown will center on Musk's claim that OpenAI and Altman abandoned the startup's original nonprofit, public-benefit mission and misled him while turning the lab into a highly lucrative, Microsoft-linked for-profit enterprise

14 Jan 2026 12:14 pm
Japan, South Korea Leaders Drum Up Viral Moment With K-Pop Jam

The two leaders, dressed in matching blue sports tops personalised with their names, posted images of themselves on X jamming after they met in Takaichi's home region of Nara Tuesday.

14 Jan 2026 12:14 pm
US Labels 3 Muslim Brotherhood Groups as Terrorist Organisations

The Treasury and State departments announced the actions against the Lebanese, Jordanian and Egyptian chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood

14 Jan 2026 12:05 pm
Sabarimala all Set for Makaravilakku; Thiruvabharam to Reach by Evening

The Thiruvabharanam procession, carrying sacred jewels of Lord Ayyappa, would reach the traditional route by 5.30 pm under tight security and is expected to arrive at the temple complex at about 6.20 pm

14 Jan 2026 12:04 pm
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu: Ilaiyaraaja Personally Approved 'Sundari' Remix

Ravipudi clarified that the team had formally approached the legendary composer and received his approval to use the evergreen song.

14 Jan 2026 12:04 pm
Season 2? Stephen Graham Hints at a Return to Adolescence

The series has also done very well during awards season

14 Jan 2026 12:01 pm
Pongal Has Emerged As a Global Festival: PM Modi

Modi said that it was gladdening to see Pongal emerge as a global festival.

14 Jan 2026 11:59 am
Alcaraz, Sabalenka Named Top-seeded Players at Australian Open

Two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner was seeded second, with Alexander Zverev third and 10-time champion Novak Djokovic fourth

14 Jan 2026 11:51 am
Anaganaga Oka Raju: Expected OTT Release Date

Directed by Maari, the film features Meenakshi Chaudhary and Rao Ramesh in pivotal roles.

14 Jan 2026 11:46 am
Bangladesh Suspends on-Arrival Visa Ahead of Elections

In addition, Bangladesh has also suspended the issuance of visas from its key missions located in India

14 Jan 2026 11:45 am
Director Maruthi Addresses Criticism Surrounding The Raja Saab

Concluding on a calm and hopeful note, Maruthi said that time always brings clarity and that honest work eventually finds its place, even if it takes longer than expected.

14 Jan 2026 11:39 am
Ofner's Premature Celebration Costs Him Australian Open Spot in Epic Collapse

Basavareddy marked his remarkable comeback by first holding his hands at his neck in a 'choking' celebration before pumping his fist, while a deflated Ofner could only shake hands and contemplate what might have been

14 Jan 2026 11:38 am
Exclusive: Harinder S. Sikka and Venu Udugula Team Up for Upcoming Hindi Venture

Confirming the development, Venu Udugula says, I am glad to make my Hindi directorial debut with the story given by Harinder Sikka. It is truly a dream project for me.

14 Jan 2026 11:30 am
Bhogi Celebrated With Fervour Across Telangana

The three-day festival is celebrated as Bhogi, Makara Sankranti and Kanuma in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

14 Jan 2026 11:29 am
President Murmu Pays Tribute on Armed Forces Veterans' Day

In a post shared on X, President Murmu said, On Veterans' Day, I salute the valour, dedication, and sacrifice of our ex-servicemen.

14 Jan 2026 11:19 am
US Approves Nvidia H200 Chip Exports To China With Some Conditions

Nvidia said the move by U.S. President Donald Trump strikes a thoughtful balance that is great for America and will help the company compete in the global chip market

14 Jan 2026 11:19 am
Chennai Airport Cancels Flights Amid Heavy Fog; Low Visibility Procedures in Effect

According to airport weather data, visibility remained stable at around 4,000 metres from midnight until 1:00 am, before gradually deteriorating

14 Jan 2026 11:13 am
Andhra Pradesh Celebrates Bhogi With Traditional Bonfires, Devotion & Fervour

People from across the State organised traditional Bhogi bonfires marking the beginning of the Sankranti celebrations.

14 Jan 2026 11:09 am
Crane Collapse on Passenger Train in Thailand Kills at Least 12

The crane, which was being used to construct an elevated high-speed railway, fell onto the moving train as it was travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani province, causing the train to derail and catch fire, according to Nakhon Ratchasima's Public Relations Department.

14 Jan 2026 11:07 am
Taiwan Seeks Arrest of OnePlus CEO Pete Lau

Taiwans Shilin District Prosecutors Office said it had indicted two Taiwanese citizens for helping OnePlus CEO Pete Lau illegally operate a business and recruit more than 70 employees in Taiwan

14 Jan 2026 10:57 am
BMC Polls: Voter ID Card, 12 other Identity Proofs Valid for Polling

Polling will be held across 227 civic wards from 7.30 am to 5.30 pm on Thursday and counting of votes will take place on Friday

14 Jan 2026 10:32 am
Chiranjeevis Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Box Office Pull Is Back: Rs 40 Crore Share in Telugu States?

Trade circles say the film has already emerged as a big winner for distributors across the two Telugu states.

14 Jan 2026 10:29 am
My Medaram WhatsApp Chatbot Launched to Assist Devotees During Jatara

Pilgrims can access routes, traffic updates, medical camps, facilities, complaint services and missing persons details by messaging 7658912300, ensuring a safe and hassle-free Jatara experience.

14 Jan 2026 10:12 am
TVK Calls Rahuls Support to Jana Nayagan a Friendly Gesture; Cong Says No Politics in It

The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee said Gandhi's statement was only aimed at the 'undemocratic methods' of the Censor Board and there was nothing political or electoral motivation behind the statement.

14 Jan 2026 10:07 am
Vijay Starrer Theri Re-Release Postponed Amid Jana Nayagan Censor Delay

The planned re-release of actor Vijay's blockbuster 'Theri' has been officially postponed.

14 Jan 2026 9:40 am
Jaishankar, Rubio Hold Phone Talks on Trade and Defence Cooperation

The phone call came a day after newly-appointed US ambassador Sergio Gor said there will be some contact between the two sides on the trade issue

14 Jan 2026 9:36 am
Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt Arrive Hand-in-Hand at Mumbai Restaurant

Ranbir Kapoor made sure to match her style in a black kurta-pyjama, layered with an embroidered Nehru jacket.

14 Jan 2026 9:33 am
J&K: Army Opens Fire on Pak Drones Along LoC in Rajouri

Defence sources said that the Indian Army implemented counter-Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) measures after drones were spotted along the LoC

14 Jan 2026 9:28 am
Mumbai Man Arrested for Threatening Kadapa MP, MLA

The accused has been identified as Rushanth Jayakumar Wadke, a resident of Mumbai.

14 Jan 2026 9:20 am
Iran to Hang Protester Amid Nationwide Unrest

Twenty-six-year-old Erfan Soltani is allegedly scheduled to be hanged to death after his arrest during protests in Karaj last Thursday

14 Jan 2026 9:05 am
Bhogi Festivities Take to the Skies with Hot Air Balloon Rides in Hyderabad

Tickets for the Telangana Tourism event near Qutub Shahi Tombs sold out within minutes.

14 Jan 2026 8:51 am
HiLife Brides Wedding Exhibition January Dates, Venue

HILIFE Exhibition being the nations most loved, favorite and the largest exhibition brand is all set to bring in wedding vibe for the brides.

14 Jan 2026 8:32 am
Man City Beats Newcastle 2-0 in English League Cup Semifinal

Semenyo also scored on his debut in the 10-1 rout of Exeter in the FA Cup over the weekend

14 Jan 2026 8:28 am
Grammy-Nominated Musician John Forte Passes Away at 50

In 1998, Forte released his first solo album Poly Sci. The album included vocals from artists like DMX, Fat Joe, and Pras.

14 Jan 2026 8:26 am
K-Pop Band BTS World Tour Dates Out, Set to Begin From April 2026

The group will conclude the North American portion with four performances at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on September 1-2 and 5-6. BTS returns to Busan in mid-June during the tour.

14 Jan 2026 8:20 am
Trump Warns of Very Strong Action if Iran Hangs Protesters

Rights groups accuse the government of fatally shooting protesters and masking the scale of the crackdown with an internet blackout that has now surpassed the five-day mark

14 Jan 2026 7:45 am
More Migrants Dying in ICE Detention Under Trump

At least four people have died while being detained by ICE in 2026

14 Jan 2026 7:38 am
Makaravilakku at Sabarimala: A Sacred Confluence of Faith and Tradition

Makaravilakku is one of the most significant and spiritually charged rituals associated with the Sabarimala pilgrimage

14 Jan 2026 7:06 am
US Civil Rights Icon Claudette Colvin Dies

Colvin, at age 15, was arrested nine months before Rosa Parks gained international fame for also refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus

14 Jan 2026 6:39 am
US Tariffs Bringing Billions to Treasury, Not Hurting Consumers: Trump

He said steep duties on imported goods, particularly automobiles, have driven record investment and boosted wages across sectors

14 Jan 2026 6:31 am
Anasuya Files Police Complaint Against Online Abuse

Bharadwaj alleged that soon after the day, multiple persons, social media users, content creators, television anchors and online platforms began amplifying abusive content against her.

14 Jan 2026 3:50 am
Ponguleti Launched Development Works Worth Rs.59.62 Crore In Mahabubabad

Speaking at an event in Mahabubabad district on Tuesday, the minister said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, was prioritising the development of both towns and villages while ensuring that every promise made during the elections is fulfilled.

14 Jan 2026 3:45 am
CM Calls BJP Govt A Permanent Corona

In a Pongal message to his party cadre on Tuesday, Stalin said that he would be attending the Jallikattu event to be held at the world class modern colosseum for the conduct of the Tamil sport at Alanganallur in Madurai that was constructed by the DMK government on January 17.

14 Jan 2026 3:39 am
Jagan Expresses Shock Over Sarlankapalle Fire Tragedy, Demands Immediate Relief

Jagan Mohan Reddy urged the government to immediately provide shelter and food to the affected families and ensure that no victim is put to hardship.

14 Jan 2026 3:35 am
Miller Gets 3 Year Jail For 3 Crore Rice Fraud

The accused, Sheshanapuri Muralikrishna, 51, owner of Mugilipadu Sri Muralikrishna Rice Mill at Palasa, was charged with diverting government paddy supplied during the Rabi and Kharif seasons of 201415.

14 Jan 2026 3:28 am
AP To Roll Out Land, Slum Reforms Inspired By Mumbai Model

The delegation was led by S Suresh Kumar, principal secretary to Municipal Administration & Urban Development, and included senior officials from the Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority, Directorate of Town & Country Planning and the state project management unit.

14 Jan 2026 3:22 am
Shiv Sena (UBT), MNS Form Bhagwa Guards To Check Election Malpractices

Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut said, the saffron guards will take to the streets on the poll day to prevent duplicate and bogus voting.

14 Jan 2026 3:14 am
India Will Continue To Attract Foreign Investments Says RBI Gov Malhotra

Indias CPI inflation rose slightly but stayed subdued at 1.3 per cent year on year in December compared to 0.7 per cent year on year in the previous month on unfavorable base effect and rise in gold prices.

14 Jan 2026 3:03 am