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Aabhaas Mehta has joined Sony SABs Hastinapur Ke Veer as King Jarasandha. The actor, known for several mythological shows, said the Mahabharata-based story attracted him. He researched the character extensively and teased a fresh interpretation for viewers

India and Singapore signed two MoUs and one Letter of Intent to strengthen cooperation in maritime heritage, food safety, telecommunications, and broadcasting regulations during the 4th India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable

The order also empowers authorities to suspend or cancel licences, significantly raising the stakes for businesses across the edible oil supply chain

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde made the announcement during an online meeting with officials to review issues faced by fishing communities affected by the infrastructure project

The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme began in Kota in Rajasthan, followed by programmes in Dehradun and Prayagraj. The Pune event will be the fourth programme under the campaign and will focus specifically on girl students

Dhananjay Deshmukh submitted a memorandum to the Inspector General of Prisons, Pune, on Wednesday, raising concerns over the alleged facilities being provided to accused Walmik Karad

During a detailed security check, CISF personnel detected two packets containing gold-like metal in powdered form. The packets were allegedly stitched and concealed at waist level inside the passengers' trousers, officials said

Salman Khan is reportedly set to team up with producer Dil Raju for a grand pan-India entertainer titled Monster, with Nayanthara said to play the female lead. The film is eyeing an Eid 2027 release, although the title, cast and project are yet to be officially announced

Prayagraj city is flooded following heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. Rambagh station is located in a low-lying area, and water has accumulated in its yard. Efforts are being made to drain the water, but it is flowing back, North Eastern Railway CPRO said

Prince Harry and Meghan are set to return to the UK without resuming their roles as working royals. From their 2018 wedding and 2020 royal exit to legal battles and recent meetings with King Charles, here is a timeline of their relationship with the royal family

Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 welcomed lyricist Prasoon Joshi and singer Sunidhi Chauhan to the hot seat with Amitabh Bachchan. Joshi reflected on their longstanding creative association, his love for Hindi and poetry, and the seasons theme, Sochna Padega

Aaditya Thackeray accused the BJP-led state government and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) of attempting to take control of open plots, privatise them and hand them over to entities close to the ruling party

Josh Radnor has opened up about his equation with his former How I Met Your Mother co-stars, admitting they are no longer part of his everyday life. The actor also reflected on his past dynamic with Neil Patrick Harris, explaining how their on-set tension was eventually addressed

Mutiny has the makings of a gripping Jason Statham thriller, but struggles to bring its emotional and dramatic threads to life. The film moves through familiar action territory without delivering enough impact, while its talented cast and intriguing characters are left with limited room to shine

Prithviraj Sukumarans Khalifa has received largely negative reactions on X. Audiences praised his screen presence, looks and some action blocks, but criticised the predictable story, weak writing, emotional disconnect and cameos

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi highlights Gukesh's mental challenge against Javokhir Sindarov, previews the Chess Olympiad, and opens up about personal burnout

Anant Joshi opened up about replacing Vaibhav Raj Gupta in Gullak, admitting the audiences initial reaction created pressure. He said appreciation after the seasons release felt rewarding. Joshi also revealed the show helped his family view their everyday arguments with humour

Rajinikanths Jailer 2 song Ala Bolelo promo has sparked criticism in Kerala over the pronunciation of Malayalam lyrics. While Shamna Kasims traditional look and the song have excited fans, several viewers accused the makers of mispronouncing Malayalam words

Koffee With Karan Season 9 is reportedly set to return around Diwali, with an unverified Reddit leak revealing a star-studded guest list. The rumoured lineup includes Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ajay Devgn and others

A Nagpur bench comprising Justices Urmila Joshi Phalke and Raj Wakode observed that disagreements are a normal part of married life and that cruelty must be of a nature that makes it unreasonable for a couple to continue living together

Fadnavis also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's upcoming 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event in Pune, saying that, according to his information, the programme would be attended by students from colleges run by Congress leaders

Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi hailed strong defence ties with India, thanking the Indian Navy for its support during a medical emergency involving a Japanese vessel. He also praised the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces after visiting Mumbai

Mumbai's Kandivali Police arrested a former bank deputy manager for allegedly stealing 610 grams of gold jewellery worth Rs 81.80 lakh from an NRI senior citizen's locker. Police cracked the case in four days and recovered the entire stolen property

Kangana Ranaut has hit back at Baba Ramdev after his remark about her youth sparked attention. Taking to social media, the actor-politician delivered a sharp response, telling him not to daydream about her jawani while addressing his comments

The CJP has prepared a 10-point audit format covering basic facilities, school administration, government schemes, safety and security, transportation, mid-day meals, accessibility, cleanliness, and overall functioning of schools

The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India posted a video of the players and officials removing their blazers at the Lord's balcony, imitating Ganguly's shirtless celebration

As Yami Gautam returns to the screens once again, this time as a witch in Nayyi Navelli, her husband and Dhrandhar filmmaker Aditya Dhar had a funny reaction to her first look from the film. Yami too had a witty response to her husband's reaction

Two people were killed and more than 20 others injured after a luxury private bus travelling from Mangaluru to Bengaluru crashed into a roadside signboard on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway in Karnatakas Mandya district

The leaseholder of Hotel Shikha Inn on Kolkatas Mirza Ghalib Street has been arrested following a devastating fire that claimed nine lives, including that of a child. Kolkata Police have also detained two hotel employees for questioning

In an emotional message posted on X, Rahul Gandhi also spoke about the difficulty his mother would have faced in sharing her personal story publicly, given how private she has been about her life

BTS leader RM has been indefinitely suspended from The Pixel Projects male role models list after attending a Chris Brown and Usher concert with J-Hope. The decision followed fan backlash over Browns controversial history and sparked debate about celebrity accountability

The former Congress leader had been convicted for his role in the killings of five people during violence in Delhi's Palam Colony on November 1 and 2, 1984, following the assassination of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

The rescued children are reportedly between 13 and 17 years of age. The police conducted the operation at a unit identified as Jhahara Fashion Era, located in the Charkop Industrial Estate

Aaditya Thackeray attributed the alleged movement of industries out of Maharashtra to deteriorating infrastructure and alleged corruption in the state administration

Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, paid tribute to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his 82nd birth anniversary. Kharge highlighted his focus on youth, technology and innovationCongress leaders paid tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on his 82nd birth anniversary, recalling his contributio

Three people, including a four-year-old boy, were killed and another person was seriously injured after a truck collided with a motorcycle in Uttar Pradeshs Jhansi late Wednesday night. The victims were returning to their village after visiting a patient at a hospital when the accident occurred near the BHEL township in Babina

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison has launched fresh arbitration proceedings against Panama, seeking more than USD 1.5 billion in damages over the seizure of two ports at the ends of the Panama Canal

Pakistan has approached the US Treasury for a proposed USD 10 billion Exchange Stabilisation Support Facility as Islamabad seeks to strengthen foreign exchange stability and rebuild investor confidence

An Indian national, identified by the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv as Rajiv Acharya, has died in Israel. The embassy said Israeli authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the incident and are investigating to determine the circumstances surrounding the death

Couple and their two children died after their car plunged into a 22-foot-deep roadside well in Telanganas Siddipet district late Wednesday

CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke demanded Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuses resignation, alleging government schools lack basic facilities and saying ministers dogs get better facilities than students during his visit to a Latur school

Ayushmann Khurrana recently visited Jalna in Maharashtra after a young girl complained about unsafe roads to her school. The actor was moved by the struggles of these children and said that a country cannot progress if its children are suffering

During the match, spinner Manav Suthar made crucial contributions to Team India's success. In Sri Lanka's first innings, he claimed four wickets for 76 runs in 21.4 overs. Later in the hosts' second essay, Suthar returned with the figures of six wickets for 55 runs in 23.4 overs

Taylor Lautner and his wife Tay Lautner celebrated the upcoming arrival of their baby girl with a dreamy pink tea party-themed baby shower. Tay shared glimpses of the intimate celebration, featuring floral arrangements, sweet treats and playful moments with Taylor

Rajpal Yadav has hit back at critics who he says are diminishing his decades-long work and reputation over his cheque bounce case. The actor stressed that his legal troubles should not define his career or erase his contribution to Hindi cinema

Sinhagad, an important historical, cultural and natural heritage site, attracts large numbers of visitors, particularly during the monsoon, weekends and government holidays

A ground-plus-one-storey house collapsed in Mumbais Malwani area, with debris falling onto people passing along the road. A few people reportedly suffered minor injuries

Anne Hathaway has revealed that the makers of The Princess Diaries 3 made a strong effort to bring Julie Andrews back as Queen Clarisse, but the legendary actor has chosen to sit out the sequel. Hathaway said the door remains open if Andrews ever changes her mind

A school bus caught fire in Punes Wakad area near the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway after dropping more than 35 students at Indira School. The driver noticed a burning smell and smoke, stopped the bus and escaped safely

In an editorial in its mouthpiece Saamana, the Thackeray-led party alleged systematic manipulation of voter rolls following reports that more than two crore voter names are being excluded across Maharashtra under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise