Allu Arjun celebrates son Ayaan’s birthday with heartfelt post

New Delhi [India], April 3 : Superstar Allu Arjun marked a personal occasion on Friday by sharing a heartfelt birthday message for his son, Allu Ayaan, offering fans a glimpse into his family life. Sharing a candid photograph, the actor appeared in festive traditional attire alongside Ayaan, who stole the spotlight with his playful expression,… Continue reading Allu Arjun celebrates son Ayaan’s birthday with heartfelt post

West Bengal: NIA begins probe in Malda siege, arson case; files ‘preliminary enquiry’

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 3 : The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has started probe by registering a “preliminary enquiry” into Malda violence case in which thousands of people on Wednesday blocked the two gates of the Kaliachowk-2 Block Development Office (BDO), holding staff including seven judicial officers “hostage” for hours before they were rescued… Continue reading West Bengal: NIA begins probe in Malda siege, arson case; files ‘preliminary enquiry’

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Nitish Reddy credits ‘special person’ for bowling transformation, says will ‘reveal identity later’

KOLKATA: (Apr 3) Sunrisers Hyderabad’s India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has credited a “special person” for helping him rediscover his rhythm with the ball after a difficult, injury-hit phase but chose to keep the identity under wraps for now. The 22-year-old all format player, who has been seen as a potential successor to India’s premier… Continue reading Nitish Reddy credits ‘special person’ for bowling transformation, says will ‘reveal identity later’

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Ryan Gosling opts out of Daniels’ upcoming film

LOS ANGELES: (Apr 3) Hollywood star Ryan Gosling has reportedly exited the upcoming film directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert. The actor was supposed to feature in the Universal Pictures film, which is described as “sci-fi action comedy” and is set to release on November 19, 2027. According to the entertainment news outlet Deadline,… Continue reading Ryan Gosling opts out of Daniels’ upcoming film

RBI grants approval to Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to 74pc stake in RBL Bank

NEW DELHI: (Apr 3) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has accorded approval to Dubai-based Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to a 74 per cent stake in RBL Bank, paving the way for the bank to become a foreign lender. The approval from RBI came on April 1 with one year validity, RBL Bank… Continue reading RBI grants approval to Emirates NBD Bank to acquire up to 74pc stake in RBL Bank

Sri Lanka and World Bank launch new partnership to support recovery, boost growth

COLOMBO/WASHINGTON: (Apr 3) Sri Lanka and the World Bank Group have launched a new five-year partnership aimed at supporting the island nation’s economic recovery and boosting private investment, according to a joint announcement. A new five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) was launched to support “Sri Lanka’s continued recovery, help achieve its 7 per cent medium-term… Continue reading Sri Lanka and World Bank launch new partnership to support recovery, boost growth

How Iranian hackers pose threat to US critical infrastructure

WASHINGTON: (Apr 3) Michigan may be more than 6,000 miles away from the war in Iran, but, virtually speaking, it’s well within striking distance. An Iran-linked group calling itself Handala claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Portage, Michigan-based medical device maker Stryker Corp., carried out on March 11, 2026. Handala said the attack was in… Continue reading How Iranian hackers pose threat to US critical infrastructure

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Bengal: EC publishes 8th supplementary list, 52 lakh cases disposed of

KOLKATA: (Apr 3) The EC published the eighth supplementary list and said it has disposed of around 52 lakh cases under adjudication in West Bengal, expressing hope that the process would be completed within the next few days in line with directions of the Calcutta High Court. Verification and disposal of about 52 lakh cases,… Continue reading Bengal: EC publishes 8th supplementary list, 52 lakh cases disposed of

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“This is a catastrophe”: Geopolitical Risk Advisor Col (Retd.) Douglas Macgregor tears into Trump’s Iran Speech

New Delhi [India], April 2 : Retired US Colonel and geopolitical risk advisor Douglas Macgregor has warned that the ongoing conflict with Iran risks spiralling into a global agricultural and food security crisis, sharply criticising US President Donald Trump’s recent address. Speaking in an interview with ANI, Macgregor described the current situation as “a catastrophe”,… Continue reading “This is a catastrophe”: Geopolitical Risk Advisor Col (Retd.) Douglas Macgregor tears into Trump’s Iran Speech

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Ramayana Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor looks majestic as Lord Rama, fans call it “out of the world”

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 : After months of buzz and anticipation, fans have finally been treated to the first glimpse of Ranbir Kapoor as Maryada Purushottam Rama in ‘Ramayana.’ The makers unveiled a special teaser on Thursday, introducing Ranbir as Lord Rama. The teaser for ‘Ramayana: The Introduction’ gives fans a first look at… Continue reading Ramayana Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor looks majestic as Lord Rama, fans call it “out of the world”