Dhurandhar 2: ‘A horror for old-school directors’: Ram Gopal Varma gives NEW brutal verdict on ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’s roaring success | Hindi Movie News

Ram Gopal Varma praises ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ as a “verdict” against over-the-top masala films. In viral posts, he slams invincible heroes and fake action, calling Ranveer Singh’s realistic role a game-changer. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the sequel buries “kindergarten” cinema. Ram Gopal Varma has been the most vocal and controversial supporter of the roaring success…

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Core sector output slows to 2.3% in February; crude, gas and refinery drag weighs on momentum

Growth in India’s eight core infrastructure industries eased to 2.3 per cent in February, down from 3.4 per cent in the same month last year, reflecting weakness in energy-linked segments even as output expanded in several manufacturing-oriented sectors.According to official data, production of crude oil, natural gas and petroleum refinery products declined during the month,…

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Sri Lanka grant NOCs for IPL 2026, share key update on Matheesha Pathirana | Cricket News

Matheesha Pathirana (AFP Photo) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that its players will only be allowed to participate in IPL 2026 after successfully completing mandatory physical performance tests. The board confirmed that No Objection Certificates (NOCs) will be issued strictly based on players meeting the required fitness standards.“Only those who successfully meet the required…

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‘India will be the next big super power’: Laura Loomer says India is ‘incredible’ and says she can come back every year

Following a recent nine-day exploration of India, American far-right figure Laura Loomer has declared the nation ‘extraordinary,’ arguing that media narratives surrounding it are largely exaggerated. She emphasized her sense of safety and warmth throughout her stay, commending the local cuisine, vibrant culture, and generous hospitality. Loomer even predicts India as a formidable superpower on…

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Candidates: French GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave doubts R Praggnanandhaa’s chances | Chess News

R Praggnanandhaa (PTI Photo) French Grandmaster (GM) Maxime Vachier-Lagrave has ranked India’s R Praggnanandhaa in the third tier (B tier) for the upcoming Candidates tournament, calling it a bit of a “hot take”.While he made it clear that all eight players have a chance to win, he based his ranking mainly on current form rather…

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AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution | India News

The AIIMS-Delhi is studying links between exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter 2.5, and the risk of developing lung cancer. The AIRCARE study, which the institution claimed is the first of its kind, is being led by Dr Abhishek Shankar, Assistant Professor, Radiation Oncology, AIIMS. Dr Shankar said that as air pollution continues…

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‘Aashiqui’ actress Anu Aggarwal opens up on her life-changing accident: ‘My entire body went through a complete shake-up’ |

Anu Aggarwal, best known for her breakout role in ‘Aashiqui’, has shared an emotional reflection on her life-changing accident in 1999, opening up about the physical and mental toll it took on her and the long road to recovery that followed.In a heartfelt post on social media, the former actress spoke about how the accident…

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Govt clears Rs 20,000 crore credit guarantee scheme for MFIs; funding access in focus

The government has approved a limited-period Rs 20,000-crore credit guarantee scheme aimed at easing fund flow constraints faced by microfinance institutions (MFIs), according to a PTI report.The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) will cover loans disbursed by member lending institutions (MLIs), including banks and other lenders, to non-banking finance company-MFIs and MFIs till…

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Below national average: Karnataka trails in PM Shri schools rollout | Bengaluru News

Bengaluru: PM Shri schools in Karnataka have achieved 84% of all the components mandated under the scheme, well below the national average of 92%.Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM Shri) is a centrally sponsored scheme through which around 14,500 existing schools are selected to become exemplar schools. These schools are to showcase all the…

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IPL 2026: Amid KKR injury crisis, mentor Dwayne Bravo picks in-house solutions | Cricket News

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have been dealt a significant setback ahead of IPL 2026, with key pacers Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana struggling with injuries.Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed during the team’s pre-season press conference that Pathirana will miss the early phase of the tournament due to a calf strain and is expected to return…

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