In a relief for Andhra Pradesh, the Centre has approved ₹341 crore as additional disaster assistance for the state. The funds were cleared by a high-level committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The amount will support relief and recovery works after recent natural calamities. The Centre also sanctioned similar assistance to several other states affected by floods and cyclones.

A hotel bill has gone viral on social media after it included a separate charge for gas used in cooking. The unexpected fee shocked many users online, triggering widespread debate. Several people criticized the hotel for adding unusual costs to the bill. The post quickly spread across platforms, with netizens questioning such charges and sharing similar billing experiences.

The romantic drama Couple Friendly starring Santosh Sobhan and Manasa Varanasi is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video from March 13. The film, directed by Ashwin Chandrasekar, was released in theatres on Valentine’s Day and received decent response. Gulte rated the movie 2.75/5, calling it an interesting romantic drama with strong performances. Viewers can try it this weekend on OTT.

Suryakumar Yadav revealed that he encouraged Sanju Samson when the wicketkeeper batter was dropped early in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Surya told him it was a tough phase but he should stay prepared and grab the chance when it comes. Samson later made a strong comeback, scoring three half centuries and winning Player of the Tournament.

Oracle Corporation has increased its restructuring budget to about 2.1 billion dollars as it expands investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Reports suggest the company may cut thousands of jobs this year, with some estimates reaching 30,000 positions. The move is aimed at funding new AI data centers and boosting cloud capacity to meet rising demand from major technology clients.

HMDA prepared a key plan for comprehensive transport system in Hyderabad costing 4 Lakh Crore. Proposals are - By 2050, Metro network will be expanded to 556.6 km, MMTS to 336.4 km, and road network to 19,352 km,120 FoBs & skywalks, 34 ROBs, 16 RUBs, 8 elevated roads, 48 km of road corridors for special buslines with seven interstate bus & truck terminals.

Ustaad Bhagath Singh is releasing on 19th of this month and the makers are trying to up the hype with the Promotions. Buzz in the industry is that Rao Ramesh will be doing a key role in the film and he will be seen a different getup in the film. Parthiban is the main villain in the movie.

The next film after Vrushakarma is Naga Chaitanya's 25th. There are two options for the project right now - Bedurulanka fame Clax, and Tamil Director PS Mithran. If for any reason if these two projects are delayed, Sankranthi Soggalu also starring Nagarjuna and Akhil will be Chaitanya's 25th. Clax Project will be bankrolled by Bunny Vas.

Indian origin brothers Bhaskar Savani and Arun Savani have been convicted in the United States for running a large fraud network. Prosecutors said the duo was involved in visa fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, and tax evasion. Authorities revealed the scheme included more than 30 million dollars in fraudulent Medicaid claims. The brothers now face potential prison sentences exceeding 400 years.

Monalisa Bhosle, who went viral as the “Rudraksha Girl” during the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela, has married her boyfriend Furman Khan in Kerala. Addressing criticism online, Furman said their marriage is not “love jihad.” He stated that both continue to follow their own religions while respecting all faiths, adding that they see themselves as humans first.

Reports are coming in that Mythri Movie Makers have applied for Special Rates in Andhra Pradesh for Pawan Kalyan's Ustaad Bhagath Singh. They reportedly sought 500 Rupees for the Benefit Shows on 19th. They applied for excess hikes for regular shows. 100 Rupees for Single Screens and 125 Rupees for Multiplexes. In all probability, they would have applied the same in Telangana too but there are legal complications there. We will have to see the impact of these rates on th

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi joined Opposition MPs in a protest inside the Parliament premises over reports of a nationwide LPG cylinder shortage. During the demonstration, he was seen eating chai and biscuits while interacting with fellow leaders. The protest aimed to highlight the growing concerns of common households facing cooking gas supply issues.

German luxury carmaker Audi has announced a price hike of up to 2% across its entire model range in India, effective from April 1. The company said the increase is due to rising input and operational costs. The revised ex showroom prices will apply to all Audi vehicles sold in the country. Buyers planning to purchase may consider booking before March end.

Just days after receiving a clean chit from the trial court, Kavitha has been served a notice by the Central Bureau of Investigation in connection with the Delhi liquor case. The notice relates to a petition scheduled for hearing in the Delhi High Court on March 16. Kavitha said she is consulting her legal team and will respond through official channels.

Nandamuri Balakrishna and Gopichand Malineni's #NBK111 is likely to have a Making Video released tomorrow as the director's Birthday Special. The team is planning a small video with glimpses of the shooting done so far. It is mostly action part that was canned in Aluminium Factory and the team will tease the fans without revealing Balakrishna's look from the film.

Mythri Movie Makers, after their Bollywood venture JAAT starring Sunny Deol and directed by Gopichand Malineni, are planning JAAT 2. Since Gopichand is busy, they initially approached Sriram Aditya. Now, they are considering Boyapati to direct Sunny Deol. Nothing is confirmed yet, and Boyapati is also looking for a hero, making this a potential opportunity for him.

Naga Chaitanya stuns in his "Beast Mode" look for Vrushakarma, showcasing a rugged, athletic physique as treasure hunter Arjun. Built with strength training, swimming, yoga, and high-intensity cardio, Chaitanya followed a strict 70/30 diet-workout plan. The film, directed by Karthik Dandu, promises high-octane action, cave sequences, and mythological thrills, highlighting Chaitanya’s intense transformation for this mass-packed adventure.

Reports suggest Iran could allow Indian-flagged vessels to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing West Asia tensions. However, the development is based only on media reports citing sources, with no official confirmation from either Tehran or New Delhi so far. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as shipping risks continue in the strategic waterway.

Actor Vishal reacted strongly to recent comments made by veteran actor Rajendra Prasad at a public event. Vishal said he was shocked and hurt by remarks about legendary star MGR. While appreciating praise for Legendary Telugu actor Kantha Rao, Vishal urged Rajendra Prasad to apologise and respect the legacy of MGR, saying such comments hurt fans’ sentiments.

An assassination attempt on former Farooq Abdullah was foiled during a wedding function in Jammu. A man identified as Kamal Singh allegedly tried to fire a pistol at the veteran leader. Security personnel quickly intervened and deflected the shot, preventing injuries. The attacker was arrested and police have launched an investigation into the motive behind the shocking incident.