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Karan Johars popular chat show Koffee With Karan is set to return with its ninth season. According to a report, Alia Bhatt is set to return, but this time she will be appearing with her sister, Shaheen Bhatt, making the episode particularly interesting for viewers.

The Paradise actor Remo Raheem recently shared a video on social media, sharing that his role in the film was shortened, causing deep mental anguish. Nevertheless, the actor defended the film amid the negative reviews

BJPs Anusuiya Goswami was elected Kota mayor with 65 votes against Congress candidate Sunita Sumans 35. Sunil Kothari won Jaipur, while voting in Jodhpur was underway. Protests were reported outside Jaipur Municipal Corporation over alleged irregularities during the voting process.

The protest was organised by the AISA Delhi unit amid a wider political and public debate over the functioning of the Election Commission and its handling of electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)

Air India has suspended a pilot who failed a breath analyser test at Zurich airport before operating a Delhi-bound flight, with the airline initiating further medical evaluation and an investigation while strengthening compliance measures after recent incidents

A Russian drone struck a 16-storey residential building in central Kyiv, killing a 14-year-old boy and injuring at least seven people, Ukrainian officials said. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said attacks also hit several other Ukrainian regions, including Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy and Mykolaiv

Kothari, a councillor from Ward 112, secured 89 votes, crossing the majority mark of 76 in the 150-member corporation. Mawar received 60 votes. The mayoral election was marked by protests and allegations from Congress during the voting process

Sunita Ahuja has seemingly taken a dig at Govinda and Rani Swarnkar amid ongoing rumours. During her visit to Kolkatas Dakshineswar Kali Temple, she said her house was breaking down and sought Goddess Kalis help to overcome her problems

Taapsee Pannu, known for her straightforward personality, recently recalled being dropped from a film at the hero's demand. She also shared another incident where she was removed because the hero's wife didn't like her.

Rajpal Yadav paid an emotional tribute to his late co-star Mushtaq Khan, sharing details of their final hospital meeting. He recalled shaking hands with the actor hours before his death. Mushtaqs son Mohsin also urged fans to celebrate his life

Speaking at the Seva First Innovation Challenge at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, Joshi said the objective of the education policy was not merely to prepare students for jobs but also to encourage them to think critically, experiment, innovate and find solutions to real-world problems

Vijay Sethupathis Baththa trailer introduces a feared man known for his larger-than-life reputation. However, he has a gentle and caring side at home. Set in the 1980s, the film blends action, humour and family drama

A powerful explosion struck Athens historic Plaka district near the Acropolis, collapsing a two-story building and damaging nearby structures. Two women were rescued from an adjacent building and taken to hospital, while authorities investigated the cause

The plea, filed by advocate Shailendra Mani Tripathi through advocate Chand Qureshi, seeks to declare unconstitutional and void the decisions, guidelines and software modifications allegedly undertaken by Kumar without the concurrence of the two other Election Commissioners

Alia and Shaheen Bhatt-backed Don't Be Shy tries to offer something new about Gen Z but ends up feeling predictable and dull, while its young cast isn't given enough interesting material to work with.

The eight-district region has received only 442.4 mm of rainfall against its expected seasonal average of 679.5 mm, according to official data. Marathwada comprises Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Parbhani, Nanded, Beed, Dharashiv, Hingoli and Latur

Kasba Ganapati, regarded as Punes first Manacha Ganapati, led the procession after setting out on a flower-decorated palanquin. The idols departure marked the beginning of the citys major immersion proceedings, with the remaining four prominent mandals joining the parade along their designated routes

Actor Sunny Singh has expressed his gratitude to Ajay Devgn after the Singham star watched the teaser of his upcoming Punjabi film Thaapi. Sunny shared a video along with pictures of the two actors, giving fans a glimpse of the moment he introduced Devgn to the film's teaser

Tillotama Shome has reflected on the fear women carry in everyday situations, recalling a moment when she saw a young girl at a Mumbai traffic light as men passed by. She felt the urge to warn her to stay alert

Amitabh Bachchan praised Shah Rukh Khans never-give-up spirit on KBC 18, saying the superstar speaks up when faced with problems and boosts the confidence of those around him. Rajkummar Rao also spoke about being inspired by SRK

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has turned to the bigger questions of existence, reflecting on the universe's mysteries, the limits of scientific understanding, and the enduring place of faith

Actor Rajkummar Rao, who was recently seen in the film Toaster, impressed the audience on the sets of the quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati as he enacted Amitabh Bachchans scene from Deewaar

Athawale stated that he met the IIT-Bombay Director and other senior officials to discuss the case and put forward several demands, including action against then dean Prof Suryanarayana Doola, who had confiscated the students mobile phone during an examination

President Donald Trump is set to take Chinese President Xi Jinping to the US National Archives during his three-day state visit. The tour will highlight Americas founding documents as both leaders seek to maintain ties despite limited progress on major issues.

Prime Video has announced Quiz from God, a Japanese adaptation of the popular Korean mystery drama of the same name. Starring Shotaro Mamiya as forensic pathologist Haruto Hatsushima, the series follows his investigations into mysterious deaths linked to rare diseases

The idols of 941 Ganesh mandals set up by community groups will also be taken for immersion, officials said. According to an official, idols from the Cantonment area are scheduled to be immersed on Saturday

Indian squash standouts Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh secured straight-game victories in their quarterfinals to reach the semifinals at the Asian Games 2026

In Maharashtra, public representatives and devotees participated in traditional immersion processions, with leaders highlighting the cultural and religious significance of the occasion and urging people to celebrate peacefully

The action was conducted under the state-wide Safe Food, Safe Maharashtra campaign, which aims to ensure the availability of safe and quality sweets, khoya, milk and dairy products and other food items during the festive period

A political confrontation over Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intensified on September 25, with Opposition parties preparing a fresh removal motion in Parliament amid the SIR row. BJP leaders rejected the move, while the DMK said it would support the Opposition's effort

The CBFC has faced backlash over the cuts made to Robert Pattinson-starrer Primetime ahead of its India release. Despite granting the film an A certificate, the board reportedly removed seven seconds of frontal nudity, muted words at two points and blurred alcohol bottles

Mushtaq Khans son Mohsin was seen carrying his fathers mortal remains to the Yaari Road cemetery. Remembering the veteran actor, Mohsin urged everyone to celebrate his life and legacy. Khan died on September 24 after cancer reportedly returned

Defending champions India defeated Nepal 48-24 to march into the women's kabaddi final at the Asian Games 2026, staying on track for another gold

The Vvaan Force of the Forest starts with an intriguing mix of folklore, faith and supernatural mystery, but loses momentum with an overcrowded screenplay. Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia deliver sincere performances, though the film struggles to balance its many ideas

Raghav Chadha celebrated his third wedding anniversary with Parineeti Chopra with a heartfelt social media post. Sharing a montage of their special moments, he reflected on their journey from their first breakfast together to building a family

Robert Pattinson has teased a major shift in The Batman: Part II, calling the sequel a real left turn from the 2022 film while saying it will retain elements of its original feel. Directed by Matt Reeves, the film sees Pattinson return as Bruce Wayne

Aman Gandhi became emotional inside the Bigg Boss 20 house while remembering ex-girlfriend Shagun Sharma. He expressed hope that she has not moved on, prompting Mahhi Vij and Amrapali Dubey to urge her to wait for him

Olivia Culpo, who is 37 weeks pregnant with her second child, has urged expectant mothers not to worry about pregnancy weight gain or compare their journeys with others. The actress said growing bigger during pregnancy means her baby is growing too, calling motherhood the most selfless act

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 25 marked 12 years of the Make in India initiative, highlighting growth in domestic manufacturing, investment and exports. Government data showed PLI schemes have attracted Rs 2.40 lakh crore in investment and generated over 14.6 lakh direct and indirect jobs

Xi also called for greater cooperation between China and the US in artificial intelligence, saying the two countries should manage competition while working together on the development and risks associated with the technology

Macklemore has announced a Free Palestine tour across London, Dublin and Paris, days after his removal from Ed Sheerans tour. The rapper said all proceeds will benefit organisations supporting Palestinians

District Collector Rahul Kardile has directed officials to give the highest priority to drought-related work, including crop assessment, farm loan restructuring and assistance to farmers, according to a circular issued on Thursday

PM Modi said that public service should remain at the centre of efforts towards national development and urged the Seva Yatris to learn from their interactions with people across the country

A video circulating on social media showed Sharif arriving at the UN headquarters, where reporters asked him about allegations that Pakistan was harbouring terrorists

Alia Bhatts first look from Sanjay Leela Bhansalis Love & War is out, featuring the actress in a glamorous cabaret-inspired avatar. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal and is set to release on January 21, 2027

Brad Pitt said independent cinema feels as strong as in the 90s, crediting the current landscape and streaming platforms for helping more audiences discover indie projects. At San Sebastian, director David Ayer echoed Pitt, highlighting new avenues for emerging filmmakers.

Director Anees Bazmee recalled how Mushtaq Khans iconic Meri ek taang nakli hai dialogue in Welcome was created on set. Khan initially had no lines, prompting Bazmee to write a special sequence overnight, with Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor agreeing to support it

Sunny Deol mourned the demise of his Gadar co-star Mushtaq Khan, remembering him as a nice human being and a fine actor. Deol shared that he had fond memories of Khan and offered condolences to his family

The Indian women's hockey team defeated Japan 3-1 to maintain their winning run in Pool B and secure a semifinal berth at the Asian Games 2026

Mamdani has previously described Netanyahu as a war criminal and accused him of being responsible for what he calls genocide against Palestinians. He has also called for Netanyahu to face arrest under the International Criminal Court warrant