Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Lok Sabha at 2 PM today regarding the ongoing West Asia conflict. The Prime Minister is expected to outline India’s stance, diplomatic efforts, and the government’s response to the escalating situation in the region. His speech is likely to focus on security concerns, humanitarian issues, and India’s strategic interests.

Bookings for Peddi in North America are set to open on March 27 IST, building strong buzz ahead of its grand premieres on April 29. Starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, the film is gearing up for a massive overseas release, creating early excitement among fans.

Director V. V. Vinayak made it clear that a sequel to Adhurs is unlikely for now. He admitted he is not in his best creative phase and said films should not be made without fresh ideas. Vinayak added that forcing a sequel could spoil the charm of the original, ruling out Adhurs 2 at present.

The Andhra Pradesh High Court dismissed a petition against Pawan Kalyan continuing films while he is in politics and being Deputy CM of a state. The court found no legal ban or proof of misuse linked to Hari Hara Veera Mallu, clearing him to balance both cinema and politics without restrictions.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, previously owned by Diageo-owned United Spirits, was sold to a consortium including Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group (Satyan Gajwani), Bolt Ventures (David Blitzer), and Blackstone for approximately ₹16,706 crore. The acquisition covers both the men's IPL and women's WPL teams and is effective post-IPL 2026. The deal is one of the largest in IPL history.

Mega Powerstar Ram Charan got injured in his eye while shooting for an action sequence of his Peddi. Sources say that it is a minor injury and was advised two days rest.

Quick commerce platform Zepto has introduced a new “Pay Later” facility for customers, allowing them to order groceries and essentials instantly and settle the payment later. The feature works like a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) service, offering interest-free repayment for eligible users. The move aims to make quick shopping easier while boosting customer convenience and order frequency.

Amid the huge success of Dhurandhar 2, Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is set to file an unconditional apology before the Karnataka High Court in the Kantara mimicry controversy. The actor reportedly admitted his act of mimicking the sacred Daiva ritual hurt sentiments. The court is likely to close the case after receiving his apology in the next hearing.

Online ordering is slowly becoming costlier for customers. Swiggy has increased its platform fee from ₹14.99 to ₹17.58 per order, while Zomato recently raised its fee to ₹14.90. With both major platforms hiking charges, the overall cost of food and delivery is rising, making online orders more expensive than before.

The Government of India has called an all party meeting on March 25 at 5 PM to discuss the ongoing West Asia crisis. Leaders from major political parties are expected to attend. The meeting aims to review the situation, assess its impact on India, and discuss possible diplomatic and strategic responses.

he Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026 has revealed the world’s top airports, with Asian hubs dominating the list. Singapore Changi Airport secured the top spot, followed by Incheon International Airport and Tokyo Haneda Airport. Other major entries include Hong Kong International Airport and Istanbul Airport. The rankings highlight Asia’s strong focus on comfort, efficiency, and world class passenger experience.

Wedding rumours around Kaala Bhairava and actress Kavya Kalyanram are gaining momentum again. The duo recently appeared together at a book launch event, sparking fresh speculation. Reports say their families have already locked the alliance. Their joint appearance has strengthened the buzz, though neither Bhairava nor Kavya has officially confirmed the wedding news yet. Click for video

The Centre is considering increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha from 543 to 816 seats based on the 2011 Census to implement women’s reservation. If approved, about 273 seats could be reserved for women. The proposal may also extend to state legislative assemblies, reserving one-third of seats for women after the delimitation exercise.

A Colombia Air Force Lockheed C-130 Hercules transport aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Puerto Leguízamo in the Amazon region. The plane was carrying about 125 people, including over 110 soldiers. At least 34 people were killed, while 80+ survivors were hospitalized. The aircraft went down in a forest area a few kilometers from the airport, and authorities have launched an investigation.

ACB filed Chargesheet in Formula E Case. The charge sheet names KTR as A1, IAS officer Arvind Kumar as A2, former HMDA Chief Engineer B.L.N. Reddy as A3, Sports consultant Kiran Malleshwara Rao as A4, and a UK-based firm, FEO, as A5. The ACB has alleged that ₹55 crore was diverted to foreign entities in violation of regulations.

Telangana Cabinet approved the historic "Telangana Employees Accountability and Monitoring of Parental Support Bill, 2026." Under this legislation, 15% of the salary or ₹10,000 (whichever is lower) will be directly deducted from the earnings of government, public, and private sector employees who neglect their dependent parents. This amount will be transferred directly to the parents' bank accounts through designated officials.

Ram Charan's Peddi will begin the shooting of a crucial block in Gachibowli Indoor Stadium from Tuesday. This episode will be shot there for four days. Even though there are speculations of postponement, the team is confident of making it for April 30th release.

Sithara Naga Vamsi organized a Concert of Anirudh Ravichander in Hyderabad on the occasion of the musician completing 15 years. The Concert was a huge success and Naga Vamsi is planning another in Vishakapatnam too very soon.

Donald Trump announced a temporary break in military action after “productive” talks between the United States and Iran. He said planned strikes on Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure will be postponed for five days to allow ongoing diplomatic discussions aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East.

The BCCI has announced IPL 2026 Fan Parks across 15 cities to bring the stadium atmosphere closer to fans. The selected venues include Rohtak, Bhopal, Nagpur, Meerut, Kota, Patna, Jodhpur, Dehradun, Dharamshala, Gangtok, Kochi, Coimbatore, Madurai, Ranchi, and Agartala. Fans in these cities can watch live match screenings and enjoy the IPL experience during special fan-park weekends.

Indian stock markets saw a major crash, causing heavy losses for investors. In the last 15 sessions, nearly Rs 47,53,000 crore wealth has been wiped out. On a single day, markets lost Rs 14.19 lakh crore. The Sensex fell 1,836 points to 72,696, while the Nifty dropped 601 points to close at 22,512.