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Many pilgrims have reported long waiting hours, overcrowding, and inadequate facilities at Kedarnath Temple, with some even advising others to postpone their visit due to the surge in footfall

Tamil actress Akshaya Hariharan took to social media to reveal that someone else had cast a vote in her name using a different photo in the Tamil Nadu Election 2026 held on April 23.

In a social media post on Thursday, Trump said the US military is ramping up mine-clearing operations in the narrow waterway, a crucial global oil transit route.

Haq director, Suparn Verma, recently revealed that actress Yami Gautam learnt the Quran for the film, adding that they spent nearly 1.5 years understanding Islamic law. He shared that the reasearch was extensive for the film

Kat Graham revealed that her role as Diana Ross was removed from the Michael biopic due to legal reasons. Meanwhile, Paris Jackson criticised the films sanitised portrayal of her father

I have ordered the United States Navy to shoot and kill any boat, small boats though they may be (Their naval ships are ALL, 159 of them, at the bottom of the sea!), that is putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz. There is to be no hesitation, said Trump in a post

Sameer Anjaan addresses lyrics controversy involving Nora Fatehi and Badshah, blaming producers over writers for vulgar content. He questions unchecked creative liberty, highlights declining music quality, and announces plans to launch a global platform supporting meaningful, high-quality music

Anurag Basu confirmed that his upcoming film with Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela is on track for release this year. Despite delay rumours, the films shoot is progressing smoothly and remains on schedule

PM Modi accused the Trinamool Congress of corruption and failing women, while expressing confidence that the BJP will win when results are declared on May 4

Trisha shared her first post after casting her vote in the Tamil Nadu election 2026, and fans couldn`t help but notice how her post had a connection to Vijay and his party, TVK. She shared a song from their film Ghilli

Tensions in the Middle East have disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran seized two ships, raising concerns over global oil and gas supplies

Riteish Deshmukhs Raja Shivaji trailer sparked controversy over its depiction of the iconic wagh nakh incident. The debate has reignited discussions around historical accuracy and cinematic interpretation. Here`s everything you need to know about Wagh Nakh

Shooting of Seher Hone Ko Hai was reportedly paused amid Parth Samthaans cyber complaint row. The actor faced online harassment and took a social media break. The controversy disrupted production, though makers aim to resume filming soon while fans extend support

IMD has issued an orange alert for heatwave conditions in parts of Kerala, with temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius in some districts. Authorities have suspended student activities and urged people to avoid going out during peak hours, stay hydrated, and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.

The initiative sets an ambitious goal of achieving zero fatalities, even on peak days when footfall could reach up to 2.25 crore across Nashik and Trimbakeshwar

Eight people lost their lives and two others were injured after a vehicle lost control and fell nearly 300 metres into a deep gorge in Uttarakhands Tehri Garhwal district

Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who was detained one year ago, has been released from prison. The actress was in prison for her involvement in the gold smuggling case, where she was accused of smuggling 14.2 kg gold worth Rs 12.56 crore from Dubai

The Devil Wears Prada star Stanley Tucci is married to his co-star Emily Blunt`s sister Felicity. The two first met in 2006 but got romantically involved only in 2010 after Tucci`s wife passed away

A report by Ukrainian media has claimed that China could potentially access a large share of surveillance systems in Ukraine, including cameras used on streets and reconnaissance drones, raising serious security concerns during the ongoing war

Avinash said that he has been working for a while but this is his first full-blown masala film with romance, comedy, and drama, which makes it special for him

Actor and producer Jackky Bhagnani recently spoke about his relationship with his actor wife, Rakul Preet Singh, saying their marriage is like a situationship. He also added how they are transparent with each other

Addressing reporters after casting his vote in the Baramati bypoll, Rohit Pawar said that while the people of the constituency do not favour a family face-off, certain political interests appear keen on forcing such a situation

The trailer shows the return of Prashant, who is hustling in an unforgiving film industry, and Jimmy, who is climbing through the cut-throat world of real estate and politics

Several districts in both states recorded high participation, reflecting strong voter engagement. Polling continues amid tight security, with major political parties contesting closely fought battles in both states

CBSE has announced the schedule for the second phase of Class 10 board exams from May 15 to May 21, offering students an optional chance to improve their scores

Manoj Bajpayees upcoming film Governor: The Silent Saviour was announced on his birthday with an intriguing poster reveal. Directed by Chinmay Mandlekar, the film promises a gripping, high-stakes legal drama

Ramayana`s opening sequence is set to be a war between Ravana and Kubera at Mount Kailash. It will be a larger-than-life opening battle sequence about the lesser-known chapter of the epic

Supermodel Kendall Jenner and actor Jacob Elordi are growing closer. If rumours are to be believed, they have been hanging out together for the past few months

Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan are set to reunite for their fourth film together, directed by Anees Bazmee. The duo was spotted heading to Kerala for the shoot, with Akshay sharing the update on social media

Actor Karan Wahi recently reacted to rumours about him quitting his acting career amid his recent spiritual transformation. He quashed the rumours, asking people not to spread lies for the sake of virality

The first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections recorded a strong voter turnout of over 62 pc by 1 pm, with people coming out in large numbers despite hot and humid conditions. Polling was held across 152 constituencies in 16 districts, deciding the fate of 1,478 candidates

Jaafar Jackson captures Michael Jackson`s high voice and sensational dance movies with ease, but the script is frustratingly shallow and does not take an interest in digging beneath the surface and giving the singer a personality off-stage

Abhishek Banerjee shared how surprised he was when he was offered a negative role in Vedaa, and said that he is open to exploring all categories and shades

Paris Jackson slammed the Michael biopic as dishonest, revealing her inputs were ignored by the makers. The film has also sparked family tensions, with Janet Jackson notably absent from both the film and promotions

In an exclusive chat with mid-day, Vaibhav Gupta spoke about Mann Atkeya from Dhurandhar 2, praised Ranveer Singhs energy and talent, and dismissed claims of reality shows like Indian Idol being scripted

Ahead of Dev Ds re-release, Abhay Deol shared how a creative exchange with Anurag Kashyap led to a unique twist in a key scene. The film, a modern take on Devdas, returns to theatres 17 years after its original release

Polling in Tamil Nadu crossed 56.81 pc by 1 pm, with Tiruppur recording the highest turnout. Cities like Chennai, Madurai, and Coimbatore also witnessed strong voter participation across key constituencies

A Nashik court has sent self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to judicial custody till May 6 in the fifth sexual assault case against him. Accused of exploiting multiple women and financial fraud, Kharat is facing over 12 criminal cases across Maharashtra

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Top Gun, Paramount Pictures is all set to bring back the original and its sequel on the big screen for a special one-week-only theatrical run

The United States Department of State has advised Americans to leave Iran following the partial reopening of its airspace. The advisory comes amid ongoing tensions, with a ceasefire in place but continued economic pressure and travel risks in the region

Ritwik Pareeks comedy mystery satire Dug Dug is releasing in India. It is backed by Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane and Vasan Bala as executive producers

Security has been tightened along the BiharWest Bengal border as polling gets underway, with districts like Katihar under high alert. Authorities have launched strict vehicle checks and surveillance to prevent cross-border crime and ensure peaceful elections

Kanimozhi Karunanidhi cast her vote in Chennai and urged citizens to vote with the states future and identity in mind. Polling across Tamil Nadu saw strong participation, with turnout crossing 37% by late morning

In a horrific incident in Tirupati district, a man allegedly killed his wife and mother before dying by suicide on a railway track along with his two children, who were also crushed under a moving train. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances behind the tragedy

Jaafar Jackson captures Michael Jackson`s high voice and sensational dance movies with ease, but the script is frustratingly shallow and does not take an interest in digging beneath the surface and giving the singer a personality off-stage

Rajinikanth cast his vote in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections amid heavy media presence, with videos raising concerns over voter privacy. Several film celebrities, including Kamal Haasan and Ajith Kumar, also participated in the polling across the state

India is the only country where petrol and diesel prices havent increased in the last four years despite significant global oil prices fluctuations due to the war

Fardeen Khan shared a video from a party, where he joined his daughter Diani for a beautiful dance. He poured out his emotions on watching his daughter grow up

In his Netflix documentary Hulk Hogan: Real American, the late wrestler revealed that he hit rock bottom after his divorce from Linda Hogan and began drinking heavily

Voting began at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm in both constituencies. The Baramati assembly seat in Pune district fell vacant after the death of former deputy chief minister and senior NCP leader Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on January 28, 2026