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Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, has been performing exceptionally well since its release on February 14. Despite a significant drop in its third week, the film has grossed Rs 483.58 crore in India and is poised to possibly cross the Rs 500 crore mark over the weekend. Directed by Laxman Utekar, it also features Akshaye Khanna and Rashmika Mandanna.
US President Donald Trump has hinted at serving a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment prohibiting it. Legal scholars and democracy advocates are concerned, as this echoes tactics used by authoritarian leaders. Trump's fascination with strongmen and frequent provocations suggest a serious intent, challenging democratic norms and drawing significant attention.
Vicky Kaushal's historical drama Chhaava is performing strongly at the box office. Despite a drop on its second Monday, the film is approaching the Rs 400 crore mark. With an impressive cast and sustained popularity, Chhaava has become Kaushal’s highest-grossing film, surpassing Uri: The Surgical Strike. It aims to become 2025's first blockbuster.
Dr. Nikku Madhusudhan, an Indian-origin astrophysicist, leads a team that has found compelling evidence of biological activity on exoplanet K2-18b, 120 light-years away. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, they detected dimethyl sulfide (DMS), a molecule only produced by living organisms on Earth. This revolutionary discovery marks the first potential biosignature detection on a habitable planet.
The finance ministry has initiated the search for a new Sebi chairman as Madhabi Puri Buch's term ends in February. Eligible candidates must be above 50 years old with 25 years of experience in relevant fields. Puri Buch is eligible for reappointment despite being involved in a controversy involving the Adani Group.
Mumbai Police arrested two people involved in a cyber fraud that duped a 75-year-old businessman of Rs 11.6 crore. The scammers used WhatsApp and a fake trading app to lure the victim. Despite initial profits, further withdrawals were blocked, prompting a police complaint. Arrests were made in Delhi; more suspects are at large.
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NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal urged supporters to protest civilly against his exclusion from the Maharashtra cabinet. Bhujbal claimed Chief Minister Fadnavis supported his inclusion, but Deputy CM Ajit Pawar blocked it. OBC groups protested the decision, while NCP state president Sunil Tatkare assured resolution and cited Pawar's illness for his absence from legislative proceedings.