In a crushing pre-season blow, Chennai Super Kings must navigate IPL 2026 without key acquisition Nathan Ellis, sidelined by a hamstring injury for the full campaign. The announcement via CSK’s X handle underscores the timing’s cruelty as the team eyes redemption. Bought for INR 2 crore after shining for Australia and prior stints with Punjab Kings, Ellis was pegged as a linchpin in CSK’s revamped attack. His unavailability exposes vulnerabilities in a unit already under scrutiny post-IPL 2025’s league-stage debacle. Remaining foreign pacers include New Zealand’s Mat Henry, England’s Jamie Overton, and emerging talent Jake Furlong. Indian options comprise left-armer…
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Raichur district was plunged into mourning after Devendrappa Swami, a respected 58-year-old spiritual guru and former school principal, was found hanged in his Jagadguru Shivananda Math on Friday. The math, located in Bassapur (EJ) village under Sindhanur taluk, became the somber scene of this unforeseen tragedy. Born in Gulguli village of Gajendragad in Gadag district, Swami Devendrappa had a dual life: by day, he was the headmaster at Mullur’s government higher primary school; by evening, he led spiritual sessions at the math he founded. Over time, a growing detachment from material life drew him deeper into renunciation. Police investigations point…
Amid rising global crude prices, India’s government delivered good news for regular fuel users: no price hikes on standard petrol. Premium fuels, making up just 3-4% of the market, bore the brunt with increases exceeding Rs 2 per litre, as decided by oil marketing firms. In a detailed press briefing, Petroleum Ministry’s Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma clarified the dynamics. ‘Petrol and diesel are deregulated, meaning OMCs align prices with global cues,’ she noted. This selective adjustment protects the bulk of consumers reliant on everyday fuel. LPG front looks equally robust. Supplies are uninterrupted, bolstered by enhanced production and strategic shifts.…
In a bold pricing shift, Zomato has bumped up its platform fee by 19.2% or ₹2.40 per order, bringing the total to ₹14.90 from ₹12.50. Users spotting the change in recent app bills are feeling the pinch as costs climb across the food delivery ecosystem. Timing couldn’t be tougher for eateries, with LPG price hikes jacking up operational expenses. Zomato, a dominant player, last tweaked fees in September 2025 after a Diwali-driven increase from ₹6 to ₹10 in February that year. Tracing back, the fee originated at ₹2 per order in August 2023, incrementally rising in major cities. Swiggy mirrors…
Bollywood’s glittering facade often hides tales of grit and unexpected turns. Actress Sandeepa Dhar recently opened up about a transformative encounter with industry stalwart Neena Gupta on the sets of ‘Chumbak’, where a single piece of advice flipped her approach to stardom. ‘Neena ji keeps reminding me of her short film ‘Student’,’ Sandeepa recounted. ‘It was obscure back then, but that very project paved the way for ‘Badhaai Ho’. You can’t predict audience reach or future gigs. An actor’s job is to pour heart into every role, trusting that the right eyes will notice.’ What sounds straightforward is notoriously tough…
Heartbreaking scenes unfolded in West Champaran, Bihar, as a motorcycle carrying three villagers crashed into a truck Thursday night, resulting in all three fatalities. The two teenagers among the victims highlight the perilous state of rural roadways, where poor lighting and reckless parking claim young lives. Police detailed the crash near Bagahi’s Nath Baba Chowk at approximately 11:50 PM. The group was heading home from a local mela when their bike veered into a truck standing dark and unlit on a constricted road section. Two perished instantly from the violent collision; the survivor fought briefly in Bettiah hospitals before succumbing.…
Rashmika Mandanna’s victory at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards has set social media abuzz, with fans showering her with love after she bagged the Best Actress trophy for ‘The Girlfriend’. The emotional actress turned teary-eyed while receiving the state-level honor on March 19, sharing intimate moments from the night that highlighted her gratitude and humility. Dressed in sophisticated elegance, Rashmika posed with her award alongside Vijay Deverakonda’s mother, creating a viral snapshot of familial warmth. Her X post delved into heartfelt reflections: from idolizing award winners as a child to now embodying that dream herself. ‘Pride, happiness, and satisfaction –…
Ranchi buzzed with political drama as Jharkhand Congress showed no mercy, suspending heavyweight ex-minister Yogendra Saw for three years over his fiery outbursts against CM Hemant Soren. Delivered via social media rants and live Facebook videos, Saw’s barbs hit at the heart of the alliance government where Congress plays a pivotal role. Party discipline chief’s verdict was swift: Saw’s conduct smeared Congress’s reputation and flouted core guidelines. Media head Satish Paul Munjni laid it out Friday—persistent anti-government rhetoric crosses the line when your party is in the coalition driver’s seat. Rooted in a bulldozer blitz on Saw’s Barkagaon home Thursday,…
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Friday the death of Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naini, a top IRGC spokesperson responsible for public relations and propaganda efforts. According to an IDF statement, Naini had been actively promoting the IRGC’s agenda in the Middle East, coordinating with proxy militias to disseminate anti-Israel messaging for the last two years. Posted on X, the IDF detailed Naini’s extensive involvement in these activities, marking him as a priority target. This operation follows a rapid series of strikes against Iran’s power structure. On Wednesday, intelligence minister Ismail Khatib perished in a targeted Tehran airstrike, linked to…
Mark your calendars for March 21—World Down Syndrome Day returns with a resonant message for 2026: ‘Together Against Loneliness.’ This annual event, recognized globally since 2012 following a UN declaration in 2011, seeks to dismantle stigma and promote full societal inclusion for those with Down syndrome. It’s a reminder that true connection goes beyond mere coexistence; it’s about fostering belonging and dignity. At its core, Down syndrome stems from trisomy 21, an additional chromosome that influences cognitive development, physical features, and medical needs. Affecting roughly 1 in 1,000 births, it’s a condition as old as humanity itself, present in diverse…