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Ranveer Singh NOT playing Lord Shiva in Immortals of Meluha, author Amish Tripathi debunks rumours

Hours after reports of Ranveer Singh playing the role of Lord Shiva and buying the rights of Immortals of Meluha, author Amish Tripathi has debunked the rumours.

Cannes Film Festival: What to watch out for at this year's event

Vin Diesel and co-star Michelle Rodriguez from "The Fast and the Furious" will fly in for a special 25th anniversary screening of the first film in the franchise.

Cannes Film Festival 2026: Anshuman Jha’s Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business set for exclusive screening Marché du Film Market

Actor-filmmaker Anshuman Jha's Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business is heading to Cannes Film Festival 2026. The film will be screened at Marché du Film Market. It is a sequel of Lakadbaggha which released in 2023.

PM Modi to embark on five-nation trip, starting with UAE: Details here

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a six-day tour of the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy to boost trade, energy, defence and technology ties. His meetings with global leaders will focus on strategic partnerships and key regional and international issues.

Keir Starmer rocked by first ministerial resignation; Miatta Fahnbulleh tells PM 'public doesn't believe you can lead'

A major crack has opened inside Keir Starmer’s government. Minister Miatta Fahnbulleh has quit, becoming the first serving minister to publicly call for the prime minister to begin an “orderly transition” after declaring voters no longer trust him.

World Telecommunications Day| Fast net, wider access, lower costs: How India expanded internet access over the last decade

The latest figures released by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India show that the total telephone subscribers reached 1.314 billion in January 2026, taking overall tele-density to 92.22 per cent.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta celebrates International Nurses’ Day with surprise visit to LNJP hospital

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s ‘surprise visit’ to LNJP Hospital became a heartfelt tribute to the dedication on International Nurses Day

Amitabh Bachchan, 83, opens up about sleepless nights due to work, reveals his go-to cure

At 83, Amitabh Bachchan is one of the fittest and hardest-working actors in the industry. Big B, an active social media user, has said he’s been facing sleepless nights recently.

'US president might not go to...': Mojtaba Khamenei's advisor warns Trump ahead of China visit

An advisor to Iran’s supreme leader warned Donald Trump not to view the Iran-US ceasefire as a victory ahead of his Beijing visit. The remarks come as Trump prepares for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping on trade, security and global tensions amid fragile regional calm.

Hurricane-force Winds Paralyse Transport Networks

A sudden spring snowstorm has slammed northern Russia, cutting off key transport links and plunging an entire city back into winter conditions. The city of Khanty-Mansiysk faced near-isolation after a powerful snowstorm swept through the region, bringing blizzard conditions and hurricane-force winds in the middle of spring.

Mangrove Restoration Gains Ground in Mombasa

At the Africa–France summit in Nairobi, leaders pitched billion-Euro partnerships to drive growth and climate resilience while on Kenya’s coast, mangrove restoration is already delivering both at the grassroots level.

Suvendu Aide Murder Case: CBI To Probe Suvendu Aide Murder Case

A fresh development has emerged in the murder case involving an aide of senior West Bengal politician Suvendu Adhikari. Investigating agencies have reportedly intensified their probe, questioning new suspects and reviewing key forensic evidence.

‘Pursue your goals’: Indian-origin philanthropist pays off loans for entire graduating class in US

Philanthropist Anil Kochhar stunned 176 NC State graduates by paying off their final-year student loans. The gift honours his father’s legacy, aiming to provide students with financial freedom to pursue goals.

1 Dead, Several Injured in Cape Town Storm

A powerful storm has ripped through South Africa's Cape Town, killing at least one person, injuring several others and leaving a trail of destruction across the coastal city.

Putin's Warm Reunion With Childhood School Teacher; Takes Her For Dinner

Putin reunited with his former German teacher in Moscow, greeting her with flowers and a warm hug before taking her out for dinner. The Russian president later personally escorted her to the Kremlin, showcasing a rare emotional and personal side amid global tensions.

J&K’s anti-drug drive deals major blow to narco-terror network

The government’s 100-day anti-drug campaign, launched on April 11, 2026, completed its first month with what authorities described as “significant achievements” in both public awareness and enforcement measures.

Indian passport slips to 78th in Henley Index; citizens can still travel unrestricted to 56 countries

India’s passport has dropped to 78th place in the Henley Passport Index 2026, a three-rank decline from February. Despite the fall, Indian passport holders can still travel to 56 countries through visa-free, visa-on-arrival and ETA access routes.

EXPLAINED: Why plane tyres never burst at 250 KMPH

Aircraft tires withstand 250 km/h landings using nitrogen inflation, high pressure, and reinforced layers. Their unique straight grooves prevent tearing during the initial high-friction skid, ensuring extreme durability and safety.

Thinks, plans & acts: How 'agentic AI' is changing commerce, governance & future of work

The global AI agents market, estimated at $5.4 billion in 2024, is expected to soar to $236 billion by 2034, reflecting the rapid integration of AI agents into critical enterprise operations across industries.