Bengaluru has been identified as India’s third most violent metro in 2023, following Delhi and Mumbai, according to the recent NCRB report. The city registered 3,528 violent crimes, marking the sharpest increase over the past three years, a trend linked to its rapid growth and stressing public safety.
Rishab Shetty’s highly anticipated ‘Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1’ is gearing up for a grand worldwide release on October 2, 2025. Early premiere reviews present a mixed picture; while some laud its grandeur, technical prowess, and intense performances, critic Umair Sandhu deemed it “Overrated & Weird.” Despite the varied initial feedback, the prequel has…
Kalyani Priyadarshan’s ‘Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra’ is slowing down in its fifth week, struggling to reach the Rs 150 crore mark in India, with current collections at Rs 148.85 crore. Despite the dip, the film remains a significant success for the actress, having reportedly crossed Rs 200 crores worldwide.
The US federal government is on the brink of a shutdown after Democrats and Republicans blocked each other’s funding plans in the Senate. This partisan deadlock, driven by healthcare spending disputes, guarantees a shutdown from Wednesday, potentially furloughing hundreds of thousands of federal workers amid escalating political tensions.
Former University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling was arrested after police found her newborn baby deceased in a closet. Snelling admitted giving birth and hearing a “whimper” before passing out, later finding the baby “blue and purple.” She faces charges including abuse of a corpse, pleaded not guilty, and is on house arrest as the…
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is on a team bonding trip. He made a lighthearted comment about reporters. Matthews aims for a high-scoring season. He is healthy and motivated for the upcoming games. The Leafs have many players. Matthews prepares to show his skill. This season is important for the team.
Varun Dhawan revealed he and Maniesh Paul drank alcohol from 7:30 am to convincingly portray drunkenness for a scene in Jug Jugg Jeeyo, repeating the process the next day. He also voiced concerns about social media’s role in creating false narratives, impacting actors’ confidence. Dhawan is set to appear next in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi…
Manorama Khedkar, mother of a dismissed IAS officer, secured interim bail after being accused of obstructing police and destroying CCTV evidence in a kidnapping case. Her husband, Dilip Khedkar, the primary accused in abducting a truck helper following a road rage incident, remains at large with a lookout circular issued against him.
Mercer University is mourning the death of sophomore volleyball player Aliyah Waldon, 19, who passed away Sunday after a courageous fight with bone cancer. A standout athlete, she was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2024, forcing her to miss her sophomore season. Her team supported her throughout, and she is remembered for her infectious spirit.
Aamir Khan, famously absent from award functions, once viewed accolades as validation and encouragement early in his career. An old interview reveals his initial aspiration for awards, alongside valuing audience appreciation. However, by the late 1990s, his stance solidified into a firm boycott.
