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India commemorates the 145th birth anniversary of Munshi Premchand, the celebrated novelist known for his poignant portrayal of Indian society. Two Mumbai theatre groups, IDEA and Drama Drafting, will honor Premchand with special performances and readings. Naseeruddin Shah and Jameel Gulrays will participate in an exclusive reading session, celebrating Premchand’s enduring legacy and his works…

India has strongly protested China’s detention of an Indian citizen from Arunachal Pradesh at Shanghai airport, asserting the region’s integral status. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that China’s denials won’t alter this reality, emphasizing the incident violated international norms and China’s own transit regulations. Beijing, however, rejected harassment claims.

Despite escalating trade tensions and disagreements over energy policy, the United States maintains that India remains a crucial strategic partner. The State Department emphasized the need for open dialogue to resolve concerns, including trade imbalances and India’s Russian oil purchases.

Israeli forces struck the Sussi Tower in Gaza City, the second high-rise targeted in as many days, claiming Hamas used it for intelligence gathering. The military stated that precautions were taken to minimize civilian harm before the strike. This escalation occurs amid intensified Israeli operations and warnings for Gaza City residents to evacuate south.

Actor Nagarjuna appeared on Jagapathi Babu’s talk show. It was a deeply emotional moment. Nagarjuna’s sister and brother made a surprise appearance. Susheela shared how Nagarjuna supported her family. Nagarjuna also remembered his father, Akkineni Nageswara Rao. He shared stories about his career and films. Nagarjuna was recently seen in ‘Coolie’ as a smuggler.

In a surprising move on NFL cutdown day 2025, the New York Giants released fan-favorite QB Tommy DeVito, despite an undefeated preseason. The Giants opted to keep three quarterbacks: Russell Wilson as the starter, Jameis Winston as the veteran backup, and rookie Jaxson Dart. DeVito’s release highlights the tough decisions teams face, even with popular…

India’s engineering dream is unraveling. Once seen as a guaranteed path to stability and prestige, engineering degrees now struggle to deliver employable talent. Outdated curricula, shrinking core opportunities, and rising student debt push graduates toward IT, finance, or creative careers. While versatility rises, core industries face shortages, highlighting a growing disconnect between education, skills, and…

India has temporarily removed the 11% import duty on raw cotton until September 30, aiming to boost its textile industry. This move, eliminating both basic customs duty and agriculture infrastructure cess, seeks to lower costs for mills and cool down fabric prices.

Kalyani Priyadarshan’s latest film, Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, a massive Rs 300 crore success, showcased her unexpected action prowess. She revealed intense training, pushing her limits physically and mentally, transforming her into a fighter. This demanding preparation, guided by her coach, proved crucial for the film’s demanding action sequences and her growth as an…