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The Dhurandhar franchise has achieved a major box-office milestone, reportedly crossing ₹3,000 crore in global collections and cementing its place among the most successful film franchises in Indian cinema. The achievement reflects the franchise’s strong fan base, wide international reach and sustained performance across multiple releases.

As the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 approaches, the Bharatiya Janata Party has rolled out a manifesto focused on welfare and cultural themes. Key promises include ₹2000 monthly support for women heads of households and free LPG cylinders for families every year. The party is blending economic relief with a focus on faith, aiming to expand its appeal in a state where it is looking to gain ground.

From Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians here is a look at five teams with most wins against a team in IPL history. The elite also features the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders while the likes of Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are on the receiving end.

The Andhra Pradesh government set up a Social Media Monitoring Unit under the state police last year to scrutinise derogatory or offensive social media posts, and since then, more than 1,300 arrests have been made in connection with such cases, Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta said on Tuesday.

Tensions in West Asia are rising sharply as Iran issues a strong warning to the United States over its naval blockade. Tehran says continued restrictions could violate the fragile ceasefire and trigger retaliation across key global shipping routes, including the Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and Sea of Oman. With nearly 90% of Iran’s trade dependent on sea routes, the stakes are high, raising fears of wider disruption to global oil and supply chains.

Born in 1912 during Japanese colonial rule, Kim Il Sung rose through anti-Japanese guerrilla movements in Manchuria before emerging as a key political figure after World War II.

The European Commission has proposed partially suspending the EU-Israel Association Agreement, specifically targeting trade concessions, due to concerns over the Gaza conflict. This move, led by foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, aims to impose tariffs on Israeli goods and sanction extremist ministers, though the proposal faces opposition from member states like Germany, Italy, and Hungary, making its approval uncertain.

The US military said on Wednesday that no ships made it past the blockade in the first 24 hours, and six merchant vessels were forced to turn around in the Gulf of Oman. The bodies of water mentioned in Tehran’s threat cover a vast area, but it's not clear which countries could be hit.

Four killed and 20 injured in a middle school shooting in Kahramanmaras, Turkey. This is the second school attack in 48 hours, following the Siverek shooting.

Multiple videos emerged on social media, drawing widespread attention. The visuals show individuals appearing sedated and unresponsive near 90ft Road in Bhayandar West.

Days after winning millions of hearts with his new stand-up special, Still Alive, Samay Raina has finally opened up about his life following last year’s India’s Got Latent controversy.

Sergei Lavrov says Russia will stabilise China’s energy supply amid global turmoil, highlighting deepening ties ahead of Vladimir Putin’s visit.

Mohit Suri has announced his new film and he is reuniting with actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The film will again be backed by YRF. The team had earlier given us the smash hit Saiyaara in 2025.

Tejashwi Yadav criticised new CM Samrat Choudhary as a “Lalu Yadav classroom product,” questioning his mandate after Nitish Kumar’s exit marked Bihar’s first BJP-led government under the party’s leadership.

In a major policy shift, the United States has eased sanctions on Venezuela’s central bank and key financial institutions, allowing them to reconnect with the global financial system. The move is expected to boost Venezuela’s struggling economy by enabling transactions, remittances, and access to international banking. While not a complete rollback, the decision signals a gradual thaw in ties and a push to stabilise the country’s economic situation.

The Trump Administration has claimed that Cuba sent around 5,000 troops to Russia. Officials say the alleged deployment could deepen military cooperation between Havana and Moscow. The claim has heightened tensions between United States and Cuba.

After a year-long diplomatic gap, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran negotiator Roelf Meyer as the new ambassador to the United States. The move comes after the earlier expulsion of envoy Ebrahim Rasool in 2025. Ramaphosa praised Meyer’s commitment to a non-racial South Africa, signalling a renewed effort to stabilise ties with Washington.

Down 1-2 from the first leg, Real Madrid will face an uphill task when they face Bayern Munich in their backyard at the Allianz Arena, knowing anything less than a win will see them miss out on a spot in the semis.

At least 10 people have been killed in fresh Israeli strikes across Gaza Strip, including children as young as three. A 14-year-old was also killed in a separate attack in Jabalia, while a strike on a police vehicle in Gaza City left several dead and others critically injured. As the violence intensifies, reports suggest Hamas has rejected a proposed disarmament plan, further complicating hopes for de-escalation.