The government has issued 33 FAQs to clarify rules for the upcoming Census of India houselisting phase. One key point says live-in couples in a stable partnership can be counted as a family unit during enumeration. Officials said the aim is to capture the actual living arrangements in households. The census will also gather details on housing, family members, amenities and assets across the country.

Despite their strong political differences, actor-politician Pawan Kalyan expressed condolences over the demise of Prakash Raj’s mother, Suvarna Latha. In a heartfelt message, Pawan prayed for the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathies to Prakash Raj and his family. His gesture drew attention as it came despite their long-standing political rivalry, showing respect beyond political divides.

A controversy erupted in Jaipur after Russian photographer Yulia Buruleva painted an elephant pink for a photoshoot. The act triggered backlash as Indian wildlife laws strictly prohibit harming or altering animals. Authorities stressed that rules apply equally to everyone, reminding that such actions can lead to legal consequences under animal protection laws

A woman exposed poor civic sense after sharing photos of messy flight seats left by passengers. Food wrappers, tissues, and trash were scattered despite cleanup efforts by cabin crew. The incident went viral, drawing criticism online. Many questioned how people ignore basic cleanliness in public spaces, proving that education and travel do not always reflect responsible behavior.

A man who flaunted heavy gold ornaments in Hyderabad has been exposed after coming under the Income Tax scanner. Officials found that most of his jewellery was fake, made of copper with gold coating. Only a small portion was real. He reportedly used these ornaments to project a rich image and attract attention in business and social circles.

Prakash Raj is grieving the loss of his mother Suvarnalatha, who passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday morning at her residence. Family members confirmed that the last rites will be held in Bengaluru later in the evening. The news has saddened fans and well-wishers across the film industry.

In a bizarre cargo theft, around 413,793 KitKat chocolate bars weighing nearly 12 tons were stolen from a truck traveling from Italy to Poland. The shipment, owned by Nestlé, disappeared before reaching its destination. Authorities are investigating the case as part of rising cargo theft incidents in Europe, while the company warned the chocolates may appear in unofficial markets.

Rohit Sharma reached a major milestone by smashing 550 sixes in T20 cricket during an IPL 2026 match at Wankhede. He became the first Indian to achieve this feat, joining an elite global list led by Chris Gayle.

There may be a setback for Chennai Super Kings in Indian Premier League 2026, as sources indicate that MS Dhoni is unlikely to return to action before the last week of April. The veteran wicketkeeper-batter’s absence could affect CSK’s early campaign, leaving the team to rely on other players until their iconic leader possibly makes his comeback later in the tournament.

The Telangana Assembly has approved the Parents Protection Bill to ensure elderly parents are cared for by their children. Under the new provision, if working children fail to support their parents, authorities can deduct up to 15% of their salary or ₹10,000 and transfer it to the parents. The bill applies to both government and private employees.

In Visakhapatnam, a gas delivery boy allegedly fled with around 30 LPG cylinders during the ongoing West Asia conflict fuel crunch. He reportedly collected OTPs from customers but failed to deliver cylinders. Police registered a case after complaints and launched a search to trace the accused and recover the stolen cylinders.

Iran has warned that American-affiliated university campuses in the Middle East could become targets as tensions rise in the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed US-Israeli strikes damaged Iranian academic institutions and warned of retaliation, advising students and staff to avoid such campuses as the conflict risks expanding further.

India has sent 38,000 metric tonnes of fuel to Sri Lanka to ease the island nation’s growing energy shortage. The shipment includes 20,000 MT of diesel and 18,000 MT of petrol, delivered through the Indian Oil Corporation’s local unit. The emergency support followed talks between Narendra Modi and Anura Kumara Dissanayake as global supply disruptions triggered by West Asia tensions hit Sri Lanka’s fuel imports.

Andhra Pradesh Assembly unanimously passed a resolution proposing Amaravati as the Capital and sent it to the Central Government. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said that the Parliament is likely to approve it on April 1st and once that is done, the State Government plans Celebrations across the state.

The Allahabad High Court clarified that a daughter-in-law is not legally bound to maintain her parents-in-law under Section 144 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The court said the law places the responsibility primarily on children, not daughters-in-law. The ruling came while hearing a maintenance plea filed by elderly parents seeking financial support.

Allu Arjun will be ringing his Birthday on April 8th. Fans are eagerly waiting if Atlee will give any content on that day. There is a good chance to announce the Title of the film. It is unclear if it will be revealed with a Video Content. But Atlee is still unsure if the content will be ready by then.

AP Assembly unanimously passed a Resolution marking Amaravati as the Capital of Andhra Pradesh. In his address to the house, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announced a Target Date for the Completion. "We restarted the work of Amaravati on May 2, 2025.. We will complete it by August 4, 2028 and start it again with Prime Minister Narendra Modi," he announced.

Scientists have discovered a worrying level of contamination in Hyderabad’s lakes, rivers, and open drains. Water samples revealed bacteria carrying 89 different antibiotic-resistance genes, raising serious public health concerns. Experts warn that such resistance can make common infections harder to treat and could spread through contaminated water, highlighting the urgent need for better wastewater management and pollution control.

A Small Telugu Film, China Piece was referred to the Ministry of External Affairs on the lines of Dhurandhar and Salman Khan's Galwaan for scrutiny. The movie apparently deals with War Technology and Spy Surveillance Systems pertaining to China and that needed closer scrutiny.

India‘s Biggest Dolby Cinema Screen, Allu Cinemas has become the Go-To Venue for Cinephiles. Tollywood will have its first Promotional Event there in Kiran Abbavaram‘s Chennai Love Story. The First Single of the movie will release there on Monday. Produced by SKN, Mani Sharma is the Music Composer. Directed by Ravi Namburi, the movie is written by Sai Razesh