Sama Praneeth Reddy of Urban Group has won the prestigious Balapur Ganesh laddu auction for Rs 39 lakh. The annual auction is one of the major highlights of the Balapur Ganesh celebrations in Hyderabad. The auction witnessed considerable interest, with devotees and business personalities participating in the bidding. The Balapur laddu auction is held every year with great enthusiasm.

The Paradise has reportedly collected around Rs 16 crore share in Nizam on Day 1 including premieres. The region’s theatrical rights were reportedly acquired for around Rs 35 crore. With the Day 1 share covering a significant portion of the target, the film needs steady numbers over the coming days to recover the investment and reach breakeven in the Nizam region.

Nani’s The Paradise opened with sensational numbers on Day 1, with early estimates suggesting around ₹75 crore, including the premiere shows. Despite the mixed talk, the film is expected to hold well through the first weekend, which will be crucial for it to enter the safe zone.

In a major development in the AP liquor scam, an ED special court has granted conditional bail to key accused, Raj Kasireddy and Vasudeva Reddy. The court strictly directed them not to leave the country or tamper with evidence, alongside submitting a ₹1 lakh surety each. Both suspects are likely to be released from Chanchalguda jail this Friday.

An Indian man turned down a job offer because the company would not give him a MacBook. He said the work device choice mattered a lot to him. The story sparked debate online about job perks and preferences.

A moving sleeper bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway near Jewar Airport in Greater Noida on Thursday. Nine people were killed and several others suffered severe injuries. Passengers were caught trapped inside as flames quickly engulfed the vehicle. Emergency teams rushed to the scene to extinguish the fire and take the injured to nearby hospitals.

A tragic hit-and-run incident occurred on Hyderabad's Tank Bund late last night. A speeding motorcycle rammed into a Sub-Inspector on duty overseeing festival traffic control, causing fatal injuries. Hyderabad Police launched a citywide dragnet using CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the biker.

Food safety Task Force (H-FAST) officers seized 36 tonnes of fake and adulterated ghee during coordinated raids across processing units in Hyderabad. The counterfeit products, made with cheap chemical oils and artificial flavors, were packaged to mimic major commercial brands.

US President Donald Trump rolled out a huge welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews. He greeted Xi on the tarmac with a 100-foot red carpet, a military honor guard, and a flyover by two B-1 bombers. The elaborate reception marks the start of Xi's three-day visit for high-stakes trade and security talks amid.

An Indian sailor named Suraj Yadav died after commercial ship named MV Cape Dao was hit by two torpedoes near the Oman coast. The ship was heading to India with 28 crew members, including 20 Indians. Omani authorities managed to save 19 other Indian sailors. India condemned the tragic attack and asked for safer sea routes.

A tragic train accident happened near Burma Colony in Tekkali, Srikakulam district in which four students were killed on spot. The tragedy occurred when five intermediate students were walking along the railway track from Naupada toward Tekkali when the Rajya Rani Express ran over them today. The injured has been admitted to Tekkali Government Hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the case.

Public-sector banks and regional rural banks will remain open this Sunday, September 27, ahead of the proposed nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30. The RBI has approved Sunday operations to ensure customers are not affected by five consecutive days of disrupted branch services due to the weekend and strike.

Mythri Theatres is bringing Telangana’s much-loved Sarvapindi to audiences at Mythri Vimal and Mythri Shiva Ganga. The traditional local delicacy will be served as a special interval experience for Nani’s upcoming film The Paradise. The initiative is being presented in association with Baamma Stories, adding a unique Telangana flavour to the movie-watching experience.

The Paradise is gearing up for its grand overseas premieres tomorrow. The second half Telugu content has reached all confirmed locations, while electronic locations will receive it within hours. HDD shipments are being prioritised, with some locations expected to receive the content tonight and the rest by tomorrow morning. The stage is set.

The Paradise is witnessing strong advance bookings ahead of its worldwide release, with opening day pre sales crossing the ₹10 crore mark. Interestingly, bookings for AP are yet to open, including premiere shows. Despite the last minute rush and no trailer, the film is now heading towards a solid opening at the box office.

Dr Kasakurthi Jagadish, a neurosurgeon at Mamata Hospital in Khammam, died after his car crashed into a divider near Pillalamarri on the Hyderabad Khammam National Highway. The vehicle, travelling towards Khammam, reportedly caught fire soon after the accident and was completely engulfed in flames. Police reached the spot and inspected.

Three people were killed and another critically injured after a speeding BMW crashed on Mumbai’s Coastal Road early Sunday morning. The car, travelling from Marine Drive towards Haji Ali, allegedly lost control, hit a boundary wall and plunged off a bridge near Lotus Jetty. Police are investigating the circumstances behind the fatal crash.

Actor Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela have supported the construction of a model Anganwadi school in Pithapuram, reportedly worth over ₹2 crore, in association with Apollo Hospitals. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan is expected to inaugurate the facility within the next one or two months, according to the latest update.

The Paradise makers are expected to unveil a release promo tomorrow at the pre release event. With the team skipping a traditional trailer due to a packed schedule, expectations are high on this promo. The glimpse needs to offer a strong idea about Nani’s character, world and film’s intensity.

The US has issued a heightened security warning over escalating tensions in the Middle East. Americans in the region have been urged to remain vigilant amid possible flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions. Washington also warned of potential attacks on US interests, businesses and institutions in the region and beyond.