In Telo Tok village, Sahibganj district, Polus Malto and Sushil Malto were arrested for allegedly beating 60-year-old Goiya Pahariya to death after accusing him of witchcraft. The duo, from the same PVTG Pahadiya community, tied him to a tree and assaulted him with sticks.
Vishal Malhotra shared insights from working with Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan during a period of reported tension between them. He recounted Shah Rukh Khan’s warmth and Salman Khan’s grounded nature on set. Despite external attempts to instigate conflict, both actors maintained respect and avoided negativity towards each other, showcasing their maturity and security.
In Italy, a police dog named Bruno tragically died after consuming nail-spiked sausages, allegedly planted as revenge for his work dismantling illegal dog-fighting rings. His trainer, Arcangelo Caressa, believes Bruno was targeted and has received death threats. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the act, sparking a nationwide search for the perpetrators.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has outlined a bold vision for international expansion, suggesting European and African teams could join the NBA playoffs or Cup. He deems logistics “very doable,” with NBA Europe potentially launching by 2027. While Mark Cuban cautions about integration challenges with existing European clubs, Silver views this as the league’s inevitable global…
Stephen A. Smith’s shift in stance on Kyrie Irving’s vaccine choice has drawn a reaction from Riley Gaines. Gaines pointed out that while Smith now supports Irving’s personal decision, similar respect hasn’t been extended to athletes like Novak Djokovic and Aaron Rodgers, who also faced criticism for their unvaccinated status.
Bengaluru police are investigating the alleged suicide of 28-year-old Poojashree, a mother of a 10-month-old, following a complaint filed by her mother. The complaint alleges repeated dowry harassment and an extramarital affair involving her husband, Nandish. Poojashree reportedly faced physical and mental abuse when she confronted him, despite family interventions. A case has been registered,…
The Punjab government, led by Bhagwant Mann, has drafted a strict anti-sacrilege law, the ‘Punjab Prevention of Offences Against Holy Scripture(s) Act, 2025’. It proposes life imprisonment for desecrating holy scriptures like the Guru Granth Sahib, Gita, Quran, and Bible. Guardians could be liable if juveniles or differently-abled individuals under their care commit sacrilege.
NASA’s Perseverance rover has detected ‘mini-lightning’ on Mars for the first time, capturing faint crackles from dust-driven electrical discharges during storms. These tiny, centimetre-scale sparks, unlike Earth’s lightning, were recorded by the rover’s microphone, offering compelling evidence of atmospheric electrical activity on the Red Planet. Researchers are eager for further confirmation.
Following the announcement of ‘Varanasi’ being shot in IMAX-compatible format, fans are demanding an IMAX screen in Telugu states. IMAX VP confirmed ongoing efforts and expressed willingness to collaborate, but highlighted a lack of response from Prasads Mall. Despite significant investment and technical hurdles, Suneil Narang is optimistic about bringing IMAX back.
