YouTube is reportedly testing 90-second unskippable ads for users watching videos on TV devices. Several viewers said the ads appear before videos and cannot be skipped until the full duration ends. These ads have been seen on videos ranging from under 20 minutes to around 40 minutes. Currently, the experiment appears limited to TV platforms.

"The Center enacted legislation designating Amaravati as our capital. Forty-nine political parties extended support. We witnessed a divisive three-capitals game. Now, they are invoking "MAVIGUN". We are relieved that he said "MAVIGUN" and not "Vatican." What began as the mindset of a single individual has now transformed the entire party into 'psychos'," CM Chandrababu Naidu said at a Public meeting in Vemuru.

Actor Adivi Sesh has raised concerns about increasing off-camera expenses in film productions. Recalling the shoot of Goodachari in Himachal, he said actor Prakash Raj’s family had to accompany him for security, increasing room bookings from three to five. Sesh added he chose to stay in a modest ₹400–₹500 lodge instead of adding extra burden on producers.

Sandeep Reddy Vanga is producing a film starring Sumanth Prabhas on his Bhadrakali films. The movie shoot is in progress and the movie is titled 'Romanchikam'. The film, reportedly set against the backdrop of rural Telangana, is billed as a youthful romantic drama and is directed by a newcomer, Venu.

Adivi Sesh's Dacoit will begin with 8 AM Shows in India tomorrow. However, there will be Press Premieres for the film in Hyderabad and Mumbai as the movie is releasing in Telugu and Hindi. Adivi Sesh and Dacoit team have flown to Mumbai to watch the film with Hindi Press.

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and actor Prabhas took a short break from shooting Spirit to watch Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, the film is earning strong praise and box office success. Vanga reportedly appreciated its performances and storytelling.

Voting in the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry continued strongly by 12:50 pm on April 9. Midday figures showed Assam at about 39%, Kerala around 33%, and Puducherry near 37% turnout so far, as millions cast votes in the high‑stakes polls.

As of now, it has minted over ₹1,650 crore worldwide and is likely to cross the ₹1,700 crore mark this weekend. Despite a weak performance in some regional languages, it is doing decently in Hindi, helped by the absence of any major releases this weekend.

US Vice President JD Vance revealed Iran submitted three different 10‑point proposals, with the first joked as ChatGPT‑written. Confusion over versions has complicated negotiations as diplomats prepare for further talks.

US President Donald Trump posted a stern warning to Iran, stating U.S. forces, ships, and aircraft will remain in the region with full military readiness. He emphasized compliance with the real agreement on nuclear weapons and the Strait of Hormuz’s safety, hinting at unprecedented military action if violated.

Amaravati takes a leap toward becoming a global quantum hub with India’s first quantum hardware testbeds at SRM University and Medha Towers, Vijayawada. Set to launch on April 14 by CM Chandrababu, the initiative features domestically built small quantum computers by Qubit Force, aiming for future quantum manufacturing in the capital.

Earlier, some online reports had claimed that Basil Joseph would play Rajinikanth’s son in Thalaivar 173. Now, credible Tamil media outlets have confirmed the news. The film is directed by Cibi Chakravarthy and produced by Kamal Haasan under Raaj Kamal Films International, creating huge excitement among fans.

Less than a day after a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, tensions escalated again as Iran reportedly closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The move came in response to continuing Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. The narrow waterway is crucial for global oil shipments, and any disruption could impact energy supplies and fuel prices worldwide.

Tensions in the Middle East are rising again as Iran considers strikes against Israel over alleged ceasefire violations in Lebanon. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned foreign aircraft not to enter Iranian airspace. Meanwhile, Iran’s National Security Committee said ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz must stop immediately following Israeli strikes on Lebanon.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has proposed new rules to introduce recharge plans without internet data. Under the draft Telecom Consumer Protection Regulations 2026, telecom companies must offer voice and SMS-only packs for 28, 56 and 84 days. The move could reduce costs for users who only make calls, especially feature phone users and senior citizens.

As Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh, is set to release on April 10, many expected paid premieres in major cities across the Telugu states on April 9. However, the team has now announced that the regular shows will begin directly on April 10 from morning 8 am. Reportedly, this decision was taken mutually after discussions with the distributors.

Actor Adivi Sesh revealed an interesting story about his upcoming film Dacoit. He said the idea was pitched to filmmaker Anurag Kashyap during the wedding celebrations of Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya. The casual conversation at the wedding eventually led Kashyap to join the project. Dacoit, starring Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, is set to hit theatres on April 10.

Today, director Bobby and KVN Productions producer met Pawan Kalyan to personally invite him for the launch event of Chiru - Bobby’s upcoming film. The event is scheduled for April 11. However, there is still no clarity on whether Pawan will attend, as he is currently busy with his administrative duties.

Sanya Malhotra, popularly known as the “Dangal girl” after her role in Dangal, has reportedly parted ways with sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma. The duo had been dating since early 2025 but kept their relationship low-key. After nearly a year together, they quietly decided to move on and unfollowed each other on social media.

In a setback ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, actor-politician Vijay’s party Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam lost the chance to contest from the Edappadi constituency after its candidate’s nomination was rejected. Officials said the papers lacked the required number of proposers. The seat is currently represented by Edappadi K. Palaniswami, making the development a major embarrassment for TVK before its electoral debut.