The Delhi High Court has directed police and social media platforms to remove videos of Arvind Kejriwal arguing before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, citing violation of court proceedings rules. The move comes after concerns over unauthorized recording and circulation online. The court has also sought strict compliance to protect judicial proceedings integrity.

Tamannaah Bhatia faced a legal setback as the Madras High Court dismissed her ₹1 crore damages claim against Power Soaps. She had alleged unauthorized use of her images after her contract ended. However, the court found no credible evidence supporting her claims and upheld the earlier rejection of her plea, closing the long-standing dispute.

US President Donald Trump claimed a breakthrough as Joseph Aoun (Lebanon) and Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting Tuesday. Talks in Washington, led by Marco Rubio, marked their first meeting in 34 years. Trump said efforts are underway to turn the pause into lasting peace.

Vijay and members of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam have been booked by Chennai Police on April 16 for holding an unauthorised roadshow ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The rally allegedly violated permission norms, leading to legal action. The case comes amid Vijay’s growing political activity in the state.

Speaking in Lok Sabha, Amit Shah said Andhra Pradesh and Telangana will not lose representation after delimitation. Andhra’s seats may rise from 25 (4.60%) to 38 (4.65%), while Telangana’s could increase from 17 (3.13%) to 26 (3.18%). He stressed that both states’ share in Lok Sabha remains stable, countering concerns.

The Bombay High Court has asked filmmaker Aditya Dhar and writer Santosh Kumar to settle their dispute over Dhurandhar 2. The court advised against escalating the issue publicly and suggested resolving it through proper legal channels instead of turning it into a prolonged conflict. The dispute revolves around writer Santosh alleging that his script was used for Dhurandhar 2 without proper credit or consent.

Kangana Ranaut has finally reacted to dating rumours with Chirag Paswan, dismissing them with a witty remark. She said if there was really a romance, they “would have had children by now.” The actress clarified they share only a friendly bond, putting an end to ongoing speculation sparked by their public appearances.

In a major breakthrough, Chennai Cyber Crime Wing arrested three key accused in the Jananayagan leak case, including a freelance editor who illegally accessed and leaked the film. The stolen footage was circulated online after being shared with associates. All accused are now in judicial custody, as officials warn of strict action against digital piracy and its promotion.

DCM Pawan Kalyan congratulated Nara Lokesh on being appointed as the TDP's Working President. "I hope you become successful in the role just like how you are as the Party's General Secretary. Hope you also effectively take forward the spirit of the alliance," Pawan Kalyan wished.

Baahubali: Eternal War has earned a major global milestone by being selected for the Work in Progress lineup at the Annecy International Animation Festival. It is considered the world’s most prestigious platform for animation. The section highlights promising projects still in production, offering global exposure and industry recognition. This selection marks a significant moment for Indian animation on the world stage globally.

Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has extended heartfelt congratulations to TDP national working president Nara Lokesh on his new responsibility. He wished Lokesh success in strengthening the coalition spirit and praised his past role as party general secretary.

Chennai Super Kings suffered a major setback as fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of IPL 2026 due to an injury, according to PTI. The left-arm pacer’s absence weakens CSK’s bowling attack significantly ahead of the new season, forcing management to look for urgent replacements immediately.

A probationary Municipal Assistant Engineer Sudhakar Reddy was caught red-handed by ACB officials in Huzurabad, Karimnagar district. He allegedly demanded a ₹50,000 bribe from contractor Santosh for releasing drainage works bills. Based on complaint, ACB trapped him at RTC Depot Junction while accepting the money and arrested him immediately.

The Delhi High Court has permitted a woman to extract and preserve her husband’s sperm while he remains in a vegetative state, enabling her to pursue IVF. The court held that his prior consent for IVF was valid, emphasizing reproductive rights and stating that lack of fresh written consent cannot deny her the chance to conceive.

United States is planning stricter measures to increase pressure on Iran. Reports suggest possible second phase tariffs on countries buying Iranian oil. After briefly easing some fuel restrictions, Washington is now moving towards tougher actions, signaling a renewed aggressive stance in global politics and foreign policy.

Tovino Thomas has firmly denied being part of Toxic. Addressing speculation, he clarified he is not playing any role, including the villain. Tovino added that he shares updates only out of respect for Geethu Mohandas, whom he considers like family.

RJ Balaji revealed that after Mookuthi Amman, A. R. Rahman initially agreed to compose for Karuppu and appreciated the script. However, due to personal commitments, Rahman stepped away. With shooting underway, Balaji quickly roped in Sai Abhyankkar, impressed by his previous work.

Chennai Super Kings has officially complained to the BCCI over the DJ’s song choices and remarks at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during an Indian Premier League clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The franchise reportedly found the content inappropriate and unsporting, sparking fresh debate over in-stadium conduct and crowd engagement standards.

Pramila Dandavate, a former MP from Mumbai was the first to demand 33% Reservation for Women. In the early 1980s, during the 7th Lok Sabha, she introduced this bill for the first time as a Private Member's Bill. In 1989, during the tenure of the VP Singh, she was the first to demand a 33 percent reservation for women.

Air India has incurred massive losses amounting to ₹22,000 crore ($2.4 billion). These losses were reportedly reported for the previous financial year, which ended on March 31. Consequently, the company is reportedly seeking financial assistance from its shareholders (Tata Group and Singapore Airlines Limited).

MS Dhoni is likely to play his first match of IPL 2026 for Chennai Super Kings against Mumbai Indians on April 23. The veteran missed early games due to a calf injury but is now close to full fitness, raising excitement among fans.