Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 achieved a massive Rs 60 crore opening in India, becoming the third biggest opener of 2025, driven by holiday releases and the original film’s success. However, its North American debut was tepid, with premiere and Day 1 collections under USD 800,000, significantly short of its USD 7.5 million break-even target.
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked national shockwaves, with fallout extending to Middle Tennessee State University. An assistant dean, Laura Sosh-Lightsy, was fired after posting social media comments celebrating Kirk’s death. Her dismissal highlights growing tensions on campuses over free expression, political polarization, and the limits of professional responsibility in an era…
In the lead-up to the upcoming assembly elections, Assam’s Congress party has expressed serious concerns regarding the current electoral roll revision process. They claim that booth-level representatives are being overlooked until December 27, raising fears that legitimate voters could be unjustly removed from the rolls. This situation has drawn parallels to previous electoral controversies in…
Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited (BCPL) conducted a Level 3 mock drill simulating a major gas leak near Dibrugarh, Assam. The exercise involved district administration, police, NDRF, and mutual aid partners like Oil India Ltd and Indian Oil Corporation. The drill tested emergency protocols, search and rescue operations, evacuations, medical assistance, and communication systems to…
Detroit Tigers are reportedly frontrunners to sign slugger Kyle Schwarber, aiming for a significant push before ace Tarik Skubal’s contract expires. This move could finally provide the much-needed offensive firepower to support Detroit’s strong pitching, potentially leading to a playoff run. Schwarber’s consistent power and durability make him an ideal fit for the Tigers’ urgent…
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix, leading a McLaren front-row lockout with teammate Oscar Piastri. Max Verstappen, despite winning the F1 Sprint, will start fourth. Rain is expected to impact Sunday’s race, potentially creating challenging conditions and influencing strategy. Verstappen’s earlier sprint victory added to the day’s excitement at the historic…
The Telangana BJP leadership reacted cautiously to T Raja Singh’s resignation, holding a closed-door meeting and refraining from public statements until directed by the central leadership. The party spokesperson emphasized that the decision was based on disciplinary grounds and that the state unit had no personal differences with Singh, highlighting his public criticism of the…
CII projects India’s economic growth at 6.4-6.7% for FY26, driven by strong domestic demand, while acknowledging geopolitical risks. The industry body proposes GST rationalization, tax reforms, and infrastructure improvements to enhance ease of doing business. These measures aim to lower costs and attract investment, reinforcing India’s stable growth fundamentals.
