India’s Black Friday-to-Cyber Monday sales are experiencing a significant surge, with retailers reporting a 20-25% increase compared to last year. Brands extended promotions early, indicating sustained consumer demand beyond Diwali. This week-long event is fostering planned, premium purchases across various categories, boosting sales momentum.
D Y Patil International University, Akurdi, commenced its academic year with the Diksharambh 2025-26 Induction Program, emphasizing innovation and holistic development. Industry leaders Prasad Shetye and Dr. Sushil Tiwari inspired students to adapt and learn continuously. The university aims to nurture future leaders and innovators, focusing on interdisciplinary education and research, as highlighted by university…
Naxalism-affected districts in Jharkhand have significantly reduced to nine in 2025 from 22 in 2016, a success attributed to effective operations and development initiatives. While West Singhbhum and Latehar remain the most affected, extremism is nearing eradication in several other districts.
Sonakshi Sinha’s mythological horror thriller ‘Jatadhara’ opened on November 7, 2025, with early estimates suggesting a ₹90 lakh first-day collection. The film saw decent traction in Telugu regions, with a modest 6.40% occupancy for its Hindi version.
Sanjay Dutt and Maanayata’s children, Shahraan Dutt and Iqra Dutt, were recently spotted in Bandra, marking a rare public appearance together. The paparazzi captured the brother-sister duo as they stepped out of their car, and soon after, their videos began making rounds on social media.
Vivek Agnihotri’s ‘The Bengal Files’ has struggled at the Indian box office, earning Rs 14.15 crore in ten days. Despite a slight weekend boost, its daily earnings have remained consistent since its Rs 1.75 crore opening. Agnihotri previously highlighted financial challenges, stating that the film was funded by earnings from his previous film.
A 28-year-old Hyderabad student, Pole Chandrasekhar, was fatally shot in Texas on October 3 during a suspected armed robbery at a gas station where he worked part-time. He was pursuing a master’s in data analytics at the University of Texas after moving to the US in 2023. His family confirmed the tragic news, highlighting his…
At the box office, ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ outperformed both ‘Baaghi 4’ and ‘The Bengal Files’, earning Rs 67.87 crore in its first week. ‘Baaghi 4’ failed to reach Rs 50 crore, while ‘The Bengal Files’ earned Rs 11.25 crore in week 1.
