The after affects of West Asia crisis on India are now clearly evident with fuel and natural gas prices soaring at an all time high. After adopting a wait and watch approach for a few weeks due to the assembly elections in several states, the government has started increasing their prices after the poll results.

In another big shock to consumers, the fuel prices of both Petrol and Diesel have been hiked for the fourth

In a shocking cyber fraud case, an elderly Bengaluru woman was allegedly duped of ₹24 crore by fraudsters posing as CBI officials. The scammers kept her under “digital arrest” for nearly five months and forced multiple transfers. Police have arrested suspects from Mumbai, Delhi, and Allahabad.

Actor Vijay Sethupathi made a strong appeal to Joseph Vijay, requesting the Tamil Nadu government to launch its own OTT platform. Referring to Kamal Haasan’s earlier suggestion, Vijay Sethupathi said OTT platforms once saw explosive growth but are now facing a sharp slowdown in the market.

Actress Rukmini Vasanth filed a cybercrime complaint after AI generated bikini images falsely claiming to be her surfaced online. Calling the act dangerous and irresponsible, Rukmini warned about the growing misuse of AI and raised concern over online safety for women and young girls.

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Leading film distributor Gujjalapudi Hari Kumar, popularly known as Nellore Hari, passed away this morning. He was one of the most influential distributors in the Nellore region and played a key role in releasing several major Telugu films over the years. Industry circles expressed deep shock and grief.

Peddi’s Bhopal event, where A. R. Rahman is set to perform at a massive musical show, gathered an unexpectedly huge crowd. The event now looks like a sure shot blockbuster in the film’s promotional campaign. VIDEO

At least 90 miners were killed after a deadly gas explosion ripped through a coal mine in China’s Shanxi province. Rescue teams rushed to save trapped workers as President Xi Jinping ordered an urgent investigation into one of the country’s worst mining disasters.

Rohit Poosarla has been missing for the last 48 hours in the Denton Lewisville area of Texas. He was last seen driving a white Tesla. His worried family is requesting the public across the Dallas Fort Worth region to share information and help trace him safely.

The Delhi High Court has allowed Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials, giving major relief to the star athlete. The court criticised the Wrestling Federation of India’s stand as unfair and exclusionary while stressing that sports and justice must go hand in hand.

Rukmini Vasanth issued a strong statement after AI generated fake images claiming to be her surfaced online. Calling them fabricated and irresponsible, she warned of strict legal and cybercrime action against those creating and spreading the manipulated content, while urging people not to share or engage with it.

Arava Sreedhar met Pawan Kalyan and resigned from his Assembly Whip post citing personal reasons. The Jana Sena Party MLA also reportedly explained the allegations and controversies surrounding him during the meeting with the Deputy Chief Minister.

US authorities arrested Mohammad Al Saadi, an alleged Iran backed militant, for reportedly plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump. Investigators say the plot was linked to revenge for the 2020 killing of Qasem Soleimani. Officials claim Al Saadi gathered information on Ivanka’s Florida home and was involved in coordinating attacks against American and Jewish targets across Europe.

An IRGC trained Iraqi terrorist allegedly plotted to assassinate Ivanka Trump to avenge the 2020 killing of Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. Investigators revealed the suspect had blueprints of Ivanka’s Florida residence and issued chilling threats online before being arrested in Turkey.

Miss Venezuela Global 2025 Andrea del Val shocked social media after sharing a blood soaked video from a Cannes hotel room. She accused celebrity stylist Giovanni Laguna of attacking her with scissors during an argument. French police reportedly detained Laguna while investigations continue.

The RBI has approved a record dividend of ₹2.87 lakh Cr to the Central Government for FY26. The surplus comes from RBI's earnings through foreign exchange reserves, government securities, and other investments. The massive payout will give the Centre extra funds for welfare schemes, infrastructure spending, and fiscal deficit management without increasing borrowings.

India’s electricity demand touched a record 270.82 gigawatts as soaring temperatures pushed air conditioner and cooler usage to new highs across the country. The government said this was the fourth straight day of record demand, with the national grid successfully meeting the massive power requirement.

In a major turn in the Twisha Sharma death case, the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered a second post mortem at AIIMS Delhi after her family alleged flaws in the first autopsy. The actress model’s death had triggered dowry harassment allegations against her husband and mother in law.

A bus carrying tourists from Andhra Pradesh met with an accident in Uttar Pradesh while travelling from Naimisharanya to Ayodhya. The driver and tour guide died in the mishap. Around 50 passengers from Narasaraopet and Chilakaluripet suffered minor injuries and were shifted for treatment.

Two Indian mountaineers died while descending from Mount Everest after successfully reaching the summit in Nepal. One climber reportedly died near the dangerous Hillary Step while another passed away at Camp II. Officials said rescue and recovery operations are underway as Everest’s 2026 climbing season witnesses more tragedies.

Nivetha Pethuraj has reportedly come onboard for Venkatesh and Trivikram’s much awaited film Aadarsha Kutumbam AK47. The movie is said to be a family entertainer packed with action elements. Srinidhi Shetty plays the female lead, while the makers are aiming for a grand theatrical release during October this year.

Harish Rao slammed the Congress government over Future City plans and accused it of turning Pharma City land into a real estate business. He said BRS will restore Pharma City after returning to power and claimed the present plan will not survive legally in court.