Ayesha Khan has addressed the backlash she faced after revealing that she shot the dance track Shararat while on her period in Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar. The actress said she was taken aback by how a normal confession turned into meme material online.
The Congress party has unveiled its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, launching its campaign early. Key figures like Gaurav Gogoi and Debabrata Saikia will contest from Jorhat and Nazira respectively, as the party seeks to regain power after a significant hiatus.
Leading AI figures Satya Nadella and Demis Hassabis believe the current AI era is not the final one, anticipating one or two more major breakthroughs. While scaling current models is crucial, they suggest new architectures, improved reasoning, and memory are needed for true Artificial General Intelligence, which Hassabis estimates is still five to ten years away.
India’s position carries inherent pressure points given that the country imports roughly 90% of its crude requirement, with around 45–50% sourced from the Middle East.
Russia has offered energy supply support to India amidst Middle East tensions. New Delhi, while monitoring the escalating Gulf crisis, assures sufficient crude oil and petroleum product reserves. Diversified sourcing and strategic stockpiles provide a buffer, with a 24/7 control room ensuring national energy security and protecting citizens in the region.
Tragedy struck Perumpathu village as a brutal attack left two dead, including a guest worker, and five injured. A gang reportedly hacked seven individuals outside a tea shop late Monday night. The victims, identified as Trinath Kata and John Mark, died instantly. Villagers protested, demanding swift arrests. Police have secured six individuals as investigations continue amidst a tense atmosphere.
The T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals feature India vs England in Mumbai and South Africa vs New Zealand in Kolkata. Though the forecast is clear, rain concerns remain after earlier washouts. The ICC has reserve days and extra time in place. If a semi-final is abandoned, the higher Super 8 team advances — meaning England and South Africa would qualify.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will host five of their seven home matches at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru for the 2026 IPL season. This comes after extensive coordination with authorities to ensure matches can be held in the city. The remaining two home fixtures will be played in Raipur.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Sultan of Oman and the Crown Prince of Kuwait. Discussions focused on escalating Middle East tensions and the safety of Indians in these nations. India is actively engaging with Gulf partners. The nation prioritizes the well-being of its citizens abroad. India calls for restraint and de-escalation in the region.
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has moved most Indian students to safer areas outside the city. This action follows heightened risks due to ongoing US-Iran tensions. The embassy is providing transportation, food, and accommodation. Other Indian nationals in Iran are advised to stay indoors and avoid protests. Emergency helplines are active as the security situation is closely monitored.
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake shook the southern Iranian city of Gerash. The tremor was reported at a depth of 10 kilometers. Initial reports indicate no casualties or damage from the earthquake. Further details are awaited on this developing story.
