GCL: Chess finds its theatre
With top stars, packed stands and plenty of drama, the Global Chess League appears to have cracked a few things about making chess a spectacle
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Aasha Twitter Review: 7 Tweets to read before watching Urvashi and Joju George’s mystery drama film
Aasha, starring Urvashi, Joju George, and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles, was released in theaters on September 11, 2026. Directed by Safar Sanal, here’s what netizens have to say about the mystery drama film. Aasha Twitter Review Taking to social media, one user described A
Asian Games: Indian shooters target more gold from a young squad
A double figure medal count will be a first goal, but there are strong hopes of a robust show in Japan
Pranay Reddy Vanga challenges reviewers to prove themselves with ‘Spirit’
Producer Pranay Reddy Vanga has boldly taken on film critics, urging them to evaluate the upcoming movie 'Spirit' by Sandeep Reddy Vanga with the same scrutiny as they did 'Romanchakam.' He contends that true filmmaking challenges can only be grasped through actual production exp
Quote of the day by Gerard Butler
Gerard Butler's remarkable ascent from a law student to a celebrated Hollywood star broke the mold of traditional pathways. With no previous experience or industry connections, he bravely ventured into acting in London. The challenges he faced along the way were pivotal, illustra
BREAKING: Nikhil Dwivedi's Saffron Magicworks secures a Bombay High Court restraining order against IMPPA
The Bombay High Court has passed an interim order in a matter involving Saffron Magicworks Private Limited and the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA). The order was passed by Justice Arif S. Doctor on September 9, 2026, in Interim Application (L) No. 30223 of 202
The Paradise: Nani confirms no trailer release for action thriller after shoot wrap-up
The Paradise, starring Nani in the lead role, is slated to release in theatres on September 24, 2026. After reports suggested that the movie had completed shooting, the Natural Star has confirmed that no trailer will be released for the film. Nani confirms no trailer release for
Rohit Chandel walks out on bail in POCSO case — Here's what the court has ordered
Television actor Rohit Chandel, who was shoot for the Star Plus show Sairaab, has been granted bail by a Mumbai Sessions Court in a POCSO case filed against him by a 16-year-old girl who accused him of stalking, harassment and assault. According to India Today, Special Judge Shas
Powerful explosion in TMC leader's house in Bengal; BJP claims bombs stored inside
A large explosion severely damaged a house in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas. Police suspect a gas cylinder caused the blast, while locals allege bomb storage. The house belonged to Dwijen Mondal, who has not been seen recently. No casualties were reported from the significant struc
San Antonio’s former Air Force base expands after creating 3,000 jobs
San Antonio’s Brooks Development Authority is expanding beyond the former 1,308-acre Air Force base it has redeveloped since 2002. It will take control of 243 vacant acres along Southton Road and prepare the site with roads and utilities. The move aims to attract major employers
Montana seals 20 hazards at abandoned uranium mines while protecting bats
Several abandoned uranium mine sites in Montana’s Pryor Mountains have been closed after assessments found physical hazards, radiation and chemical contamination risks. The project addressed 20 mine features across five historic sites, while also protecting bat habitat, rare plan
Putin brings 'Flying Kremlin' to India for Brics: What makes 'Doomsday Plane' different?
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a summit and bilateral talks. He traveled on a specially modified Ilyushin IL-96-300PU aircraft for security. This aircraft functions as a mobile command center with advanced communication systems. The United States operat
Japan recycled 6.21 million used phones to make 5,000 Tokyo Olympic medals
Japan embarked on a groundbreaking initiative ahead of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, gathering millions of used electronics and phones. This effort resulted in the extraction of significant gold, silver, and bronze from these devices by recyclers. The recovered metals we
PM Modi, Putin share car ride in Delhi, weeks after traveling together in Bishkek - watch
During an informal car ride in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin rekindled their camaraderie, continuing their tradition of traveling together. This ride marks their fourth time sharing a vehicle, following earlier occasions in Bishkek and T
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