Hyderabad police allege actor Allu Arjun refused to leave a 'Pushpa 2' premiere even after being informed of a fatal stampede outside. Police claim they urged him to exit, but he insisted on finishing the film, only leaving after a DCP intervened.
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Sunil Gavaskar defended India captain Rohit Sharma after Congress leader Shama Mohamed’s critical comments about his weight, emphasising that cricket performance is key, not body size. Gavaskar highlighted the importance of mental strength and performance. Rohit is preparing to lead India against Australia in the Champions Trophy semi-final.
Bangladesh has criticized India's comments on the demolition of the historic Dhanmondi 32 residence, calling them unexpected and undesirable. India condemned the demolition, highlighting its significance in Bangladesh's freedom struggle. Bangladesh's interim government connected the incident to remarks by Hasina and urged India to prevent further instability.
Nilamben Parikh, Mahatma Gandhi's great-granddaughter, passed away peacefully at 92. Known for her dedication to tribal women through her organisation Dakshinapatha, she followed Gandhian principles throughout her life. Parikh was also an author, writing about the complex relationship between Gandhi and his son Harilal. Her passing marks a significant loss to Indian history.
Violence has surged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the M23 rebel group seizing Goma, leading to mass instability. The jailbreak of over 4,000 inmates and attacks on embassies have intensified the chaos. Rwanda’s controversial involvement and the struggle over resource-rich territories exacerbate the conflict, risking broader regional unrest and severe humanitarian consequences.
A cab driver from Bannur drove his vehicle onto the platform at Tekal railway station near Kolar, causing panic but no major damage, thanks to the absence of trains. In another incident, a car caught fire while driving over horsegram crops spread on a road in Mulbagal taluk, leading to its passengers escaping unhurt.
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court has cleared Vaibhav Mawale of charges of abetment of suicide following his ex-partner's death by suicide. The court found no proximate connection between his refusal to marry her and her decision to take her life, dismissing any criminal liability.
Travis Head's bowling heroics in the Melbourne Test were accompanied by a quirky celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant. His 'finger on the ice' gesture, clarified as a lighthearted ritual started in Sri Lanka, drew both amusement and criticism. Head's explanation and team's reaction highlighted the playful spirit behind the unique celebration.
An extensive insurance fraud involving deceased individuals has been uncovered in Uttar Pradesh, extending to 12 states. Scammers manipulated insurance, hospital, and government processes to claim payouts, exploiting loopholes and minimal verification. Authorities have arrested 16 individuals and are conducting a wider probe into the involvement of various institutions. More arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
The Election Commission has asked for suggestions from political parties on unresolved voter list and photo identity card issues by April 30. Delegations from BJP, TMC, and BJD have raised concerns about duplicate voters and EPIC numbers. The Commission aims to address these issues and strengthen electoral processes through interactions with party leaders.