In a clever preparation tactic, Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant batted for both sides during a thrilling warm-up encounter against Kashi Rudras on Thursday at Sports Galaxy Cricket Academy. This high-scoring affair served as the perfect appetizer for IPL 2026, set to ignite on March 28. Batting first, LSG amassed a daunting score thanks to Pant’s fearless approach, complemented by the fiery cameos from Arshin Kulkarni and Shahbaz Ahmed. Facing their own arsenal—Mohammad Shami, Avesh Khan, and Mohsin Khan donning Kashi Rudras colors—the LSG top order faced a stern challenge from sharp swing and hostile short balls. Kashi Rudras…
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Mumbai, March 19: The Telugu film industry mourns the eternal romantic Sobhan Babu on his death anniversary, March 20. Hailing from Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district, this icon ruled screens from the late 1950s to the 1990s, delivering over 200 memorable performances. His multifaceted talent garnered five Best Actor honors, earning him the revered title ‘Natabhushan.’ Debuting with ‘Deva Balam’ in 1959, Sobhan Babu hit his stride with ‘Bhakta Sabari’ the following year. Romantic blockbusters defined his image—films such as ‘Devatha,’ ‘Gorintaku,’ ‘Soggadu,’ and ‘Jeevana Poratam’ mesmerized fans. Notably, ‘Manchi Manushulu’ (1973), inspired by ‘Aa Gale Lag Jaa,’ shattered records as…
In a vibrant display of youthful vigor, the 9th North East Youth Festival 2026 was inaugurated at Chumoukedima Football Stadium in Nagaland. This flagship event, supported by the central Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the state department, unites over a thousand participants from the Northeast. Governor Nand Kishor Yadav graced the opening, thanking the ministry for the opportunity. He heartily greeted delegates from the eight states, MY Bharat volunteers, and NSS members, noting how their gathering promotes national integration. Emphasizing the theme ‘Ashtalakshmi: Celebrate Eight Forces of Youth and Progress,’ Yadav described it as a tribute to the…
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard sounded the alarm on Pakistan’s ballistic missile ambitions Thursday, cautioning lawmakers that they could soon pose a direct threat to the American homeland. During her testimony before the House Intelligence Committee on the 2026 Threat Assessment, she revealed Pakistan’s push toward ICBM-range weapons. ‘Their program has the potential to develop intercontinental ballistic missiles that could reach the continental United States,’ Gabbard warned. This development places Pakistan in the company of major powers like Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, all racing to upgrade their arsenals with nuclear and conventional payloads. Global missile numbers are exploding,…
Karnataka’s coastal belt is once again witnessing the ugly face of ‘moral policing’ as a group of self-appointed guardians attacked a 17-year-old minority community boy at a bustling temple mela in Ujire, Mangaluru district. The March 18 incident at the Sri Janardhana Swamy Temple in Belthangady has sparked outrage and a full-scale police manhunt. Eyewitness accounts and the victim’s FIR paint a harrowing picture: the teenager, out with pals amid the fair’s revelry, was cornered by rowdy youths. ‘Are you sneaking girls into lodges?’ they barked, before descending into slurs, punches, and an attempted abduction. They even coerced a humiliating…
Navratri’s spiritual fervor is in full swing, drawing devotees into rigorous fasts from Pratipada to Ashtami or the complete nine-day stretch. In this sacred period of Devi worship, smart food choices sustain both body and soul. Makhana emerges as the fasting hero—lightweight, wholesome, and brimming with vitality. Revered in Ayurvedic traditions, makhana stands out for its sattvic qualities. Easily digestible and low in calories, it’s loaded with essential macros and micros: ample protein for muscle repair, carbs for enduring energy, fiber for gut health, and minerals like calcium, iron, and potassium. Fasters praise its ability to quell weakness and exhaustion.…
France’s Orleans Masters 2026 delivered edge-of-the-seat action on day two, with India’s Hariharan Amsakarunan-MR Arjun duo and Tanvi Sharma booking their places in the subsequent stages. This Super 300 tournament, with $250,000 on offer, highlighted the growing prowess of Indian players. Tanvi Sharma, fresh off her silver at the World Junior Championships, continued her hot streak. Her emphatic first-round upset over Thailand’s Supanida Katethong paved the way for a round of 16 showdown against compatriot Anmol Kharb. Tanvi wasted no time, sealing a 21-14, 21-17 triumph in straight sets to march forward. In men’s doubles, Hariharan and Arjun scripted a…
The release of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has ignited a firestorm of excitement across Mumbai, with Thursday’s premiere drawing rave reviews from fans and celebrities. At the forefront is actor Sidharth Malhotra, whose glowing endorsement highlights the film’s exceptional craft. In an Instagram story post, Sidharth dissected what makes the film tick. He highlighted its fusion of national pride and intricate geopolitical layers, paired with slick action sequences and a pulsating score. Ranveer Singh dominates the screen with his trademark intensity, backed by a cast of heavyweights: Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi,…
Amid heightened geopolitical strains in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani over phone to exchange Eid greetings. The warm conversation not only celebrated the festive occasion but also reaffirmed the strong strategic partnership between the two nations. PM Modi’s message was clear and resolute. He extended Eid wishes to the Amir and Qatar’s populace while stressing India’s solidarity. The timing of the call is poignant, coming right after attacks on key energy infrastructure in the region, which have rattled global markets. Taking to social media platform X, PM…
The Pentagon became a battleground of words on Thursday as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lambasted the US press for undermining military triumphs in the escalating conflict with Iran. In a joint briefing with General Dan Kane, Hegseth claimed media bias is portraying a decisive campaign as a hopeless stalemate, all to hurt President Trump. ‘I stand here speaking to you, the American people, unfiltered,’ Hegseth proclaimed, bypassing the journalists before him. He labeled much of the coverage as agenda-driven, intent on exaggerating losses and ignoring advances in what he called a ‘targeted, conclusive’ operation. Unlike endless engagements of the past,…