Telegram access has been restricted in India until June 22, 2026, ahead of the NEET (UG) re-examination scheduled for June 21. The National Testing Agency welcomed the Ministry of Electronics and IT’s decision, saying the measure aims to prevent leaks, misinformation, and unfair practices during the crucial exam.
A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. Officials said the aircraft, carrying eight people on a routine test mission, was involved in a crash deemed “not survivable.” An investigation is underway into the deadly incident.
Rumors are rife about Mahesh Babu teaming up with Sandeep Vanga after Varanasi in Asian Cinemas Production. Previously, they were supposed to do Devil for the same production but it did not happen. Asian gave advances to both but as of now, there is nothing concrete about both of them teaming up and doing a film after Varanasi for Asian.
The producer of Jana Nayagan is heading to New Delhi to pursue CBFC clearance and ensure the film’s theatrical release. According to Tiruppur Subramaniam, the team remains committed to releasing the film and has assured distributors of refunds if the release does not materialize.
The Telangana government has decided to rename the road beside the US Consulate in Hyderabad as ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ on June 23. The move is part of a broader initiative to name major city roads after global leaders and corporations, aiming to boost international recognition and reflect Hyderabad’s growing global identity.
The Telangana government has approved HYDRAA’s request for 140 additional vehicles and disaster response equipment, including Scorpios, bikes, and DRF trucks. These resources will strengthen field operations, emergency response, and disaster management as HYDRAA expands its services across Hyderabad, enhancing urban safety and rapid response capabilities in critical situations.
Actress Simran met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay with her family after years of sharing screen space. She praised his warmth, humility, and inspiring vision for the state’s progress. The heartfelt reunion post highlighted nostalgia, admiration, and respect, sparking attention on social media.
Indian LNG tanker Disha has crossed the Strait of Hormuz becoming the first vessel to pass through the strategic waterway after a recent truce. The passage signals easing tensions and improved maritime stability in the region for energy trade routes.
Abhijit Deepak, founder of the satirical Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), was allegedly attacked during a protest in Jaipur demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over NEET paper leak allegations. The incident occurred amid demonstrations across cities, with videos of the assault going viral on social media. Police have begun investigating the case.
Madras High Court has rejected appeals filed by creditors of Gautam Vasudev Menon, upholding a single judge order that enables the release of Dhruva Natchathiram. The bench dismissed petitions filed by K Prem Kumar and K Punniyamoorthy, removing a major legal hurdle.
Television actress Sanchita Ugale, known for her role in Kumkum Bhagya, has reportedly died by suicide near Mumbai. The 30-year-old actor’s sudden death has shocked the television industry and fans. Police are investigating the circumstances, while colleagues express deep grief over the heartbreaking and unexpected loss.
Several Stanford students walked out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s commencement address, protesting the company’s cloud contract with the Israeli government. The demonstration, part of planned student activism, highlighted concerns over Project Nimbus. Despite the disruption, Pichai continued his speech, addressing graduates without responding to the protest inside the stadium.
Peddi is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. The film has reportedly crossed a massive Rs 393 crore gross worldwide within just 11 days. Even in its second week, the movie continues to attract strong crowds across regions. With solid word of mouth and repeat audiences, Peddi is emerging as one of the biggest commercial hits of the year.
Tamilnadu CM Vijay and Sangeetha’s divorce case hearing was adjourned to August 7 by the court. The proceedings, which have drawn public attention, saw no major developments today. Both sides are expected to present further arguments at the next scheduled hearing on August 7 date soon.
Mrunal Thakur once again proves that effortless fashion never goes out of style. Strolling through the vibrant streets of Chicago, the actress blended elegance with modern chic in the most natural way. From classy poses to confident expressions, every frame looked straight out of a fashion magazine. Fans are loving her stylish travel diary and graceful screen presence beyond cinema.
Sujeeth is expected to return to India within the next 10 days, after which story discussions for OG are likely to begin. With Pawan Kalyan’s production house indicating that shooting may commence after November, all eyes are now on whether Sujeeth can lock the final draft in time and keep the project on schedule.
Actor Prakash Raj extended support to the CJP protests demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET controversy. Joining demonstrators in Bengaluru, Raj called for accountability and transparency in the examination system as protests spread across cities including Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
India Women started their Women’s T20 World Cup campaign with a dominant 64 run victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston. Smriti Mandhana played a superb knock of 68 while Richa Ghosh added quick runs late in the innings as India posted 170/6. Deepti Sharma then delivered a sensational spell of 5/10 as Pakistan collapsed for 106 in 17 overs.
Vijayawada archer Dhiraj Bommadevara delivered a career defining performance at the Archery World Cup Stage 3 in Antalya, clinching his maiden individual World Cup gold by defeating South Korea's Lee Woo Seok 7 to 3 in the recurve men's final. Earlier, Dhiraj also won mixed team gold alongside Kumkum Mohod, completing a remarkable golden double for India.
After severe disruption caused by recent heavy rains in Hyderabad, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy directed officials to remain on the ground during rainfall and ensure public inconvenience is minimized. He blamed poor coordination among departments for the June 9 chaos and warned that negligence would not be tolerated. Revanth also said he would personally step onto the roads if required during emergencies.