Heavy rain continues to batter Delhi! After 228mm fell in 24 hours, the Delhi weather service warns of more today and tomorrow. Flooded streets and power cuts cause chaos. One person died in an airport roof collapse. Stay safe, Delhi!
Sneh Rana shines in Test vs South Africa! The Indian spinner took an incredible 10 wickets (8 in the first innings and 2 in the second) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. This makes her the first Indian woman spinner and only the 2nd Indian cricketer ever (after Jhulan Goswami) to achieve this feat in a Test match!
Over 97% of ₹2,000 notes have been withdrawn from circulation in India, according to the RBI (Reserve Bank of India). However, there are still ₹7,581 crore worth of these notes with the public. The RBI says these notes are still legal tender, but encourages people to deposit them in banks by exchanging them for other denominations.
There's a temporary glitch for paying power bills in Telangana! People can't use UPI apps (PhonePe, Google Pay etc.) or credit cards of some banks to pay their bills. But don't worry, you can still pay through the power company's website, app, or collection centers. This issue is expected to be resolved soon.
The Indian cricket team is stranded in Barbados as Hurricane Beryl, now a powerful Category 4 storm, batters the island. Ferocious winds exceeding 130 mph and violent seas have forced the airport to close, delaying the team's return home after winning the T20 World Cup. The team remains confined to their hotel as the hurricane is expected to pass near Barbados on Monday.
A Delhi court has rejected the bail plea of BRS MLC Kalvakuntla Kavitha in the Delhi liquor scam case. Kavitha, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), is accused of being a key conspirator and beneficiary in the alleged scam involving kickbacks to the Aam Aadmi Party.
Hyderabad Metro is shining bright! They just won the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for safety excellence in the transportation category. This award recognizes their commitment to keeping passengers and staff safe. It's a great achievement for the Hyderabad Metro!
India developed a super strong non-nuclear bomb! It's called SEBEX 2 and is twice as powerful as regular bombs. This means it can cause more damage without using nuclear power. The Indian Navy tested and approved it, making it one of the world's strongest non-nuclear explosives. This could improve India's military strength.
Nag Ashwin, director of the record-breaking film Kalki 2898 AD, expressed his gratitude on social media. The movie hit a massive 600 crore milestone in just 4 days! Ashwin reminisced about his humble beginnings with producer Vyjayanthi Movies, including a challenging shoot on their first film together. He highlighted the incredible journey they've shared, turning small movies into cinematic achievements. Ashwin feels proud and blessed, acknowledging there's room to grow,
Newlywed Zaheer Iqbal has won hearts on social media by carrying wife Sonakshi Sinha's heels in a viral video. Sonakshi called Zaheer "the greenest flag ever", praising his sweet gesture as they walked together in a mall after their intimate June 23 wedding.
Oscar and Grammy winner A.R. Rahman's documentary "Headhunting to Beatboxing" will have its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2024. The film traces Rahman's journey from his early days as a music composer to becoming a global icon.
Japanese fans traveled all the way to Hyderabad to experience the excitement of Prabhas' upcoming film Kalki 2898 AD. They were spotted at Prasads Multiplex, posing with the Rebel Truck display and sharing their enthusiasm for the highly anticipated sci-fi epic.
Bollywood veteran and politician Shatrughan Sinha was admitted to Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai, where he underwent a minor surgery. His son Luv Sinha clarified that Sinha had a strong viral fever and was hospitalized for observation and annual check-ups. Sinha recently won the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Asansol, West Bengal.
Virat Kohli's heartfelt tribute to wife Anushka Sharma after India's T20 World Cup triumph has melted hearts across social media. In an emotional post, Kohli credited Anushka for keeping him "humble and grounded", declaring the victory was as much hers as his own. Anushka reciprocated with a touching message, calling Virat her "home".
The Indian sci-fi epic “Kalki 2898 AD” debuted third at the worldwide box office, following Inside Out 2 and A Quiet Place: Day One. Kalki 2898 AD, one of India's most expensive films, earned $43 million globally despite stiff competition.
A family outing in Pune Lonavala turned into a tragedy. Three members of a family drowned after being swept away by strong currents in a waterfall. The incident happened during heavy rain. Two young children from the same family are still missing. Rescue teams are searching for them.
In a horrific incident in Pakistan, a woman and her teenage daughter were allegedly bricked into a wall by their relatives over a property dispute in Hyderabad. The victims were trapped for several hours before being rescued by authorities. Police have launched an investigation into the disturbing attack.
Australia is making it more expensive for international students to study there. They doubled the student visa fee, hoping to control a surge in migration that's straining housing and other resources. This could make Australia a less attractive option for students compared to other countries.
Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from T20I cricket after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup. However, he revealed he had not planned to retire, but felt it was the "perfect situation" to say goodbye after winning the trophy. Sharma will continue playing in the IPL.
India's cricket board (BCCI) is celebrating their T20 World Cup win in style! They announced a massive prize of ₹125 crore for the team, a whopping 6 times more than the money they received from the ICC for winning the tournament. This generous reward shows the BCCI's appreciation for the team's incredible performance.
Junaid Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, recently debuted in a Netflix movie 'Maharaj'. In an interview, he was asked if he shares his father's reputation for being a perfectionist. Junaid said no, believing everyone has their own path. He emphasized enjoying the journey of acting rather than focusing on achieving ultimate perfection.