The past couple of days have been quite eventful for rapper Badshah. The ‘Mercy’ hitmaker was recently embroiled in a major controversy after his song ‘Tateeree’ was flagged for derogatory lyrics by a commission, leading to legal action. Now, the singer has issued a statement on Instagram, expressing hope and hinting at making a comeback.
While addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi on Friday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India's approach to sourcing its energy needs is based on the imperative to secure the needs of 1.4 billion people, dynamics of the market and global situation.
A massive avalanche struck the Zojila Pass on the Srinagar-Leh Highway on Friday evening, leaving at least six people dead and five others injured. The incident occurred near the Captain Mode area, a high-altitude zone prone to snow slides during the transition from winter to spring.
Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that a total of 1,955 candidates remain in the fray for the upcoming Assembly elections and various by-elections scheduled for April 9. The final list of contestants was solidified following the completion of the nomination withdrawal period, setting the stage for a multi-cornered electoral battle across several constituencies.
Director Sanoj Mishra has linked the harassment allegations made by 'Kumbh Girl' Monalisa to a PFI-led conspiracy aimed at silencing his 'Love Jihad' activism. Monalisa, who held a press conference in Kochi with husband Farman, claims Mishra touched her inappropriately during film shoots. The fallout has stalled production of 'The Diary of Manipur'.
Ryan Gosling made a surprise appearance in NYC to defend moviegoers, stating it’s Hollywood’s job not the fans’ to keep theatres open by making high-quality films. His latest sci-fi epic, 'Project Hail Mary', backed up his claim by shattering 2026 records with a USD 140.9 million global opening, marking a historic win for Amazon MGM Studios.
On a recent episode of 'Wheel of Fortune India', host Akshay Kumar addressed the stigma surrounding menstruation, stating that men need to be more aware of menstrual hygiene than women. Engaging with contestant Surbhi, the Pad Man star emphasised the importance of sensitivity and support during those '4 to 5 days' to break societal taboos.
The AIADMK on Friday intensified its campaign for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by releasing its second list of candidates, naming 150 nominees. With this latest announcement, the main opposition party has now declared candidates for a significant majority of the state’s 234 constituencies, signaling an early start to its electoral strategy.
The mystery surrounding the passing of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's passing has finally been resolved formally. In a latest update, the Singapore coroner ruled the incident as an accidental drowning. The verdict brings clarity in the case, where several questions were raised following his death in September 2025.
Three children of a family were brutally murdered in Bihar’s Aurangabad district on Friday, allegedly by their uncle, police said. According to police, the incident occurred in Khuthatan village under the Haspura police station area on Friday.
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said petrol and diesel prices will remain unchanged, as the excise duty cut will not be passed on to consumers. Instead, it will reduce losses of state-run firms like Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation supplying fuel below cost.
Major drug maker Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories on Friday told the Delhi High Court that it will change the brand name of its semaglutide drug from 'Olymviq' to 'Olymra', a report said on Friday.
The Central government increased commercial LPG allocation to 70 per cent of demand to assist industries like steel and textiles hit by Iran war disruptions. To access the extra 20 per cent, firms must apply for PNG connections. Meanwhile, Iran has agreed to allow more Indian LPG ships through the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic talks.
In a major breakthrough, Rajasthan Police have busted a suspected espionage network with links to a Pakistan-based terrorist, arresting a youth accused of conducting reconnaissance across multiple states and sharing sensitive videos, said police officials on Friday.
Balendra Shah, leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has been appointed Nepal’s Prime Minister. President Ram Chandra Poudel named the former Kathmandu mayor to the post under Article 76(1) of the Constitution, according to an official statement.
Coincidentally, Sabalenka is the first player to reach consecutive Miami Open finals since Rybakina in 2023 and 2024, and the first to do so as World No. 1 since Serena Williams from 2013 to 2015.
The Congress party on Friday said that the excise duty cut on petrol and diesel offers no real relief to the common people and accused the government of fooling people with headlines suggesting a price reduction.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said there is no lockdown and urged states to prevent hoarding and ensure smooth fuel supply. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for cutting excise duty on petrol and diesel, calling it a historic step to protect citizens amid global uncertainties.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday clarified that rumours of a nationwide lockdown are entirely false, stating that no such proposal is currently under consideration by the government. The clarification aims to dispel public concerns and provide accurate information regarding any possibility of restrictions.
The United States Embassy in India on Friday highlighted remarks by US President Donald Trump praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a leader who “gets things done”, while expressing confidence that the relationship between the two countries will grow stronger in the coming years.
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