Month: April 2026

In the history of Indian cinema, there are some films that achieve cult status even before their release. Ranveer Singh-starrer and Aditya Dhar-directed film Dhurandhar falls into this category. Now, its sequel is ready for release and is generating considerable buzz. The film, scheduled to hit the big screens on March 19, is currently the most talked-about topic in film circles. As the release date approaches, surprising revelations are being made about the film’s promotion and its grand scale.

The stage is set for the semi-finals of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. India will be locking horns with England in the second semi-final of the tournament at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 5. A must-win clash for both sides, a win would mean a ticket to the summit clash of the tournament.

A series of mysterious earthquakes were reported near one of America’s most secretive bases used for nuclear testing. In the last few days, the US Geological Survey (USGS) has detected 16 moderate tremors, all stronger than 2.5 in magnitude, in the vicinity of Tonopah Test Range in Nevada, better known as ‘Area 52.’ It should be noted that both Area 52 and its more famous neighbor, Area 51, sit on a massive complex just north of Las Vegas called the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR).

An earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck near the city of Gerash in southern Iran on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of around 10 km and is typical of natural tectonic activity in the seismically active region, with no immediate reports of serious damage or casualties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described manufacturing, logistics and MSMEs as key pillars of the Indian economy. Emphasising that strengthening these sectors would accelerate growth and enhance India’s global competitiveness, PM Modi said that the world is looking for trusted and resilient manufacturing partners. “India has the opportunity to become a key player in this respect,” he said while addressing the second webinar on the Union Budget. The Prime Minister also urged industry leaders to step up investment in research and development and focus strongly on quality.

Several US warplanes crashed in Kuwait on Monday morning amid ongoing Iranian strikes in the Gulf, but all crew members survived, the Kuwait Ministry of Defence said. The statement said search and rescue teams were immediately dispatched to evacuate the crews and transfer them to hospitals for evaluation and treatment, noting that their condition was stable.

The stage is set for the knockout stages of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. The 1st semi-final of the tournament will see New Zealand taking on South Africa. The two sides will lock horns at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 4. Ahead of the clash, many eyes would be set upon South Africa skipper Aiden Markram.

Crude oil prices surged sharply on Monday, climbing Rs 589 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 6,700 per barrel in futures trade amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), crude oil for April delivery traded Rs 594 higher, or 9.73 per cent up, at Rs 6,596 per barrel. The sharp rally followed news that Saudi Aramco had shut down its Ras Tanura Refinery as a precautionary measure after it was hit by a drone.

Iranian-born Bollywood actress Elnaaz Norouzi expressed her joy over the death of Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on social media on Sunday, making her the subject of discussion. Amid the US, Israel and Iran conflict, several Iranian-born Bollywood actors have also come into the spotlight. We’re telling you who else, besides Elnaaz Norouzi, are Iranian-born actors in Bollywood. Also, read further to know about several Hindi film actors who have Iranian roots.

Newly released commercial satellite images indicate extensive damage at multiple Iranian military installations following strikes amid the escalating conflict involving the United States and Israel. The imagery, provided by private satellite firm Vantor, highlights precision attacks on air, drone and naval facilities near the strategic port region of Konarak in southern Iran, along the Gulf of Oman.