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The rise of chatfishing: Why your dating app match might be a bot in disguise

Lifestyle February 18, 2026
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Dating apps have evolved from portraying idealized versions of oneself to using AI for flirting and conversation. This "chatfishing" trend raises concerns about genuineness, consent, and emotional bonding in digital dating. Studies show that people have trouble differentiating between human and AI-generated text, causing discomfort with virtual intimacy.
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Govt raises waiting period for booking LPG cylinder; petrol, diesel price hike not on cards yet
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No plans to hike petrol, diesel prices despite oil breaching $100: Govt sources

Business 2 min ago
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The government has no intention of raising petrol and diesel prices despite the conflict in West Asia. This is to maintain stable pump prices and the country has enough stocks of crude oil, petrol, and diesel. Steps are being taken to ensure a continuous supply of cooking gas, and international suppliers are being contacted for additional volumes of crude oil and LPG.
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Shivam Dube Interview T20 World cup
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Ahaan Panday reveals undergoing a painful shoulder surgery after Saiyaara
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Hardik Pandya T20 World Cup
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T20 World Cup win is fulfilment of a personal promise, says Hardik Pandya

Sports 54 min ago
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Hardik Pandya, India's all-rounder, fulfilled his promise by winning his second consecutive T20 World Cup. He scored two half-centuries and took nine wickets, earning a spot in ICC's Team of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Despite personal struggles, Pandya made a strong comeback and helped India break their title drought. His ultimate goal is to win all trophies for his country.
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India T20 World Cup Team of the tournament
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The health risks of being double-jointed
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Why ‘double-jointed’ isn’t always a health win

Lifestyle 2 hr ago
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Hypermobile individuals, such as Chicago-based nurse Jacqueline Luciano, may experience mysterious injuries and ailments due to their ability to bend their limbs beyond the usual range. This is because hypermobility can lead to joint injuries, chronic pain, and other health issues.
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China has a lot to lose in a widening conflict.
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Economic stakes for China rise as oil prices surge, conflict intensifies in Middle East

World 2 hr ago
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The cost of oil on Monday hit levels not seen in four years, one week after the United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran, an ally and financial partner to China. Fighting has halted virtually all traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for China’s energy and goods. China has a lot to lose in a widening conflict.
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India T20 World Cup
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Unprecedented six hitting and sky-high strike rate the bedrock of Indian juggernaut

Sports 3 hr ago
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India emerged as the 2026 T20 World Cup champions at home, setting new records and dominating the competition with their fearless and aggressive batting. Despite a fluctuating performance, India's six-hitting battalion helped them secure the crown. The team's relentless and consistent hitting across all phases of the game proved to be the key to their success.
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Khushbu Sundar
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Khushbu reflects on her love story with husband Sundar C

Lifestyle 3 hr ago
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Khushbu Sundar reflects on her 25-year love story with husband Sundar C, thanking him for his support and understanding. Despite challenges, they have a strong relationship and two beautiful daughters. Clinical psychologist Kamna Chhibber advises couples to communicate, prioritize tasks, and utilize support systems during tough times.
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Three days later, Patel noticed that the leopard cubs had been taken away from the spot by their mother and the sugarcane harvesting work resumed from the fourth day.
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3 newborn leopard cubs spotted in field, Surat sugarcane farmer ‘pauses’ work for 3 days

Cities 3 hr ago
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DURLABH PATEL was told by farm labourers that they spotted 3 leopard cubs. He immediately urged the farm labourers to “pause” the work of harvesting a standing crop of sugarcane in his field in Navsari. Patel contacted the Chikhli Forest Department office and reported the incident. Three days later, the leopard cubs were taken away from the spot by their mother.
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EPS escalates attack on DMK in Tamil Nadu poll campaign

India 3 hr ago
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AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has stepped up his criticism against the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, citing corruption, law and order issues, and failure to protect citizens. He highlighted recent crimes and a death in police custody as proof. He also criticized the government's financial management and alliance with the BJP.
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Lionel Messi Barcelona return Xavi
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Xavi says Lionel Messi’s Barcelona comeback in 2023 was scrapped by Joan Laporta

Sports 3 hr ago
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Xavi Hernandez shares that Lionel Messi's return to Barcelona in 2023 was close to happening, but club president Joan Laporta stopped it to avoid a power struggle. Messi ended up joining Inter Miami after his time at Paris Saint Germain. Xavi says Laporta negotiated with Messi's father, but Laporta denies this and says he replaced Xavi with Hansi Flick for the team's benefit.
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Eliud Kipchoge Marathon Africa
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Where will marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge run his first marathon on the African continent?

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Kenyan Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge will run the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on May 24, as part of his goal to complete seven marathons on all continents. This project will raise funds for the Eliud Kipchoge Foundation and celebrate African running. The race aims to become a World Marathon Major and showcase African athletes on home soil.
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Salim Merchant on AR Rahman
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‘Don’t think there is communal problem in the industry’: Salim Merchant on AR Rahman

Entertainment 4 hr ago
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Salim Merchant disagrees with AR Rahman's remark about communal bias in the Hindi film industry, citing Rahman's involvement in the upcoming film Ramayana as evidence. Other film personalities have also voiced their disagreement. Rahman had suggested that non-creative forces may be influencing decisions in the industry, but later clarified that his intentions were not to cause pain.
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Wealth of Nations is a seminal text in classical economics. (Wikimedia commons)
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Why Adam Smith’s ‘Wealth of Nations’ remains relevant, from colleges to debates on AI

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Adam Smith's influential book, The Wealth of Nations, is an important text to understand classical economics. Examining the connection between society, politics, and the economy, Smith emphasised the role of human nature in economic choices and warned against disregarding psychological elements. His ideas remain relevant in current discussions on AI, cryptocurrency, and behavioural economics.
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Liquor
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Rs 42 cr liquor seized at Rajasthan, MP borders in 2 years: Gujarat govt

Cities 4 hr ago
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Liquor worth over Rs 42 crore was seized at checkposts along Gujarat’s borders with Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh in the last two years, 1,018 persons arrested in connection and 141 absconding, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi told the Assembly on Monday replying to a starred question raised in the Assembly by Congress legislator Imran Khedawala.
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Discover nature’s most lethal ambush predators
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Ranking the world’s most deadly ambush predators

Lifestyle 4 hr ago
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Ambush predators use patience, deception, and speed to catch their prey. These include the puff adder, stonefish, leopard, black-footed cat, mantis shrimp, bobbit worm, assassin bug, jaguar, great barracuda, American alligator, chameleon, saltwater crocodile, and praying mantis. They use various techniques such as camouflage, venom, stealth, and powerful attacks to hunt and defend themselves.
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Gary Kirsten Sri Lanka coach
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Gary Kirsten appointed as Sri Lanka men’s team head coach

Sports 4 hr ago
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Former South African cricketer Gary Kirsten has been appointed as the new head coach of Sri Lanka Cricket for a two-year term until April 2028. He will lead the team in the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and has previously coached India and South Africa. Kirsten also served as a consultant for Namibia in the 2026 T20 World Cup and had a successful playing career with over 14,000 runs scored.
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Hitting out at the CM over the SIR issue, he said, “ Before Bengal, SIR was carried out in Bihar where close to 80 lakh names were removed out of which 22 lakh were infiltrators.”
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Hooliganism in Bengal similar to Bihar under RJD: Samrat Choudhary

Cities 4 hr ago
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Flagging off BJP’s Parivartan Yatra in North Bengal, he said, “For 33 years, the Left government looted Bengal and now it’s Mamata didi. Infiltration is changing the state demography. For the development of Gorkhas, the adivasis, the Bengali community, change is important and that can only happen if BJP comes to power.”
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New Delhi: LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, LoP in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra during the second part of Budget session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Monday, March 9, 2026. (PTI Photo/Salman Ali)(PTI03_09_2026_000209A)
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‘PM ran away’: Rahul targets Modi over US deal, West Asia silence

India 5 hr ago
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Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi for avoiding discussion on West Asia, causing economic losses and stock market decline. Opposition demands discussion, but Lok Sabha adjourned as government accuses them of irresponsibility. Gandhi questions fuel prices and economic devastation, while government accuses Opposition of not knowing what they want. India's approach to conflict guided by government.
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Shah Rukh Khan
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Iran
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Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev with Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.
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How Iran-Azerbaijan moved from managed hostility to possible cross-border engagement

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Azerbaijan's exclave of Nakhchivan was hit by drone strikes on its airport and school, prompting the president to denounce it as a "terrorist act" and summon the Iranian ambassador. However, Iran denied involvement despite a history of tension with Azerbaijan. The recent peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, mediated by the US, threatens to sever Iran's land borders with Azerbaijan.
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Why desalination plants have become the latest focal point in West Asia war

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The US and Israel's attack on Iran has affected desalination plants. Iran is facing a water crisis exacerbated by a recent drought, leading to rationing and dependence on desalination. However, the process is energy-intensive and has negative effects. Desalination is crucial for water supply in West Asian countries, but Iran's infrastructure and high energy costs pose a threat to its water supply.
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Ekaki
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Ekaki: How Ashish made a horror-sci-fi series on just 10% of a Hindi film’s budget

Entertainment 6 hr ago
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Ashish Chanchlani's debut series "Ekaki" has gained immense popularity, with 150 million views across five episodes. The show, originally a sketch comedy about aliens in India, has now transformed into a sci-fi comedy series. Ashish's desire to experiment with storytelling and break away from his usual content led him to fulfill his dream of being an actor-director.
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Shahid Afridi India T20 World Cup win
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Shahid Afridi, other ex-PAK players laud India for defending T20 World Cup title

Sports 6 hr ago
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Former Pakistan player Shahid Afridi praised India for their strong team combination and depth in talent, especially highlighting the performances of Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah in the T20 World Cup final. Other former players like Javed Miandad, Rashid Latif, and Sikander Bakht also acknowledged India's strong structure and winning culture as key factors in their success.
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Doctors explain why acid reflux worsens at night
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Trisha
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Parthiban apologises, Vikram Bhatt weighs in on Vijay-Trisha rumours

Entertainment 6 hr ago
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Actor-director R. Parthiban and actress Trisha Krishnan engaged in a public dispute at an awards ceremony, with Parthiban making a controversial comment about Trisha's recent appearance with actor-politician Vijay. Trisha called out the comment as "crude" and Parthiban later apologized. Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt also addressed the speculation around Vijay and Trisha's personal lives.
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Ishan Kishan sister death T20 World Cup final
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Ishan Kishan opens up about dealing with tragic news ahead of T20 World Cup final

Sports 7 hr ago
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India's Ishan Kishan struggled to focus before the T20 World Cup final due to the death of his cousin sister. He channeled his emotions into a stellar batting performance, scoring a quick fifty and taking 3 catches to help India defend their title. Kishan dedicated his performance to his sister and admitted it was difficult to prepare for the match, but he put the team's needs first.
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Aishwarya Sakhuja
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Aishwarya Sakhuja asks why her nutritionist added ‘betel leaf to my diet’ to reduce HbA1c

Lifestyle 7 hr ago
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TV actor Aishwarya Sakhuja, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2018, shared that her nutritionist added betel leaf to her diet to reduce HbA1c. Betel leaf has been used in Ayurveda for centuries and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Diabetologist Dr Vijay Negalur explained that consuming betel leaf can help bring blood sugar levels under control by enhancing insulin sensitivity.
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Ridhima Pandit
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Ridhima Pandit files lawsuit against Vanshaj Singh over alleged online threats

Entertainment 7 hr ago
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Ridhima Pandit has filed a lawsuit against digital creator Vanshaj Singh after allegedly receiving online threats from his fans. The issue began after a confrontation on the reality show The 50, where Ridhima accused Vanshaj of cyber harassment. Vanshaj reacted to the legal notice on social media, stating that he won't be silenced.
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Jr NTR in Bengaluru
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This image from a video provided by Iran state TV shows Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's slain supreme leader.
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What new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s selection says about Iran’s plans for the war

Explained 7 hr ago
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Iran has announced Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as his successor amid US and Israeli attempts to influence regime change. Mojtaba's strong links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and the ongoing war make him a natural choice for the hardliners. Despite concerns about hereditary succession, his appointment symbolises a willingness to fight.
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India vs New zealand Ahmedabad Harbhajan Singh
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Ellora
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Maharashtra’s masterpieces: Five Unesco sites that will leave you awestruck

Lifestyle 8 hr ago
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Maharashtra is a culturally rich state with UNESCO-recognised sites showcasing India's artistic and engineering excellence. The Ajanta Caves feature intricate murals and frescoes depicting Jataka tales, while the Ellora Caves showcase religious harmony. The Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Western Ghats are also UNESCO-recognised sites.
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Despite initial success, Bhagath Manuel's personal life wasn't all picture-perfect, as he navigated several setbacks, including a failed marriage and financial difficulties.
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‘Never expected the divorce; was on the brink of suicide,’ reveals Bhagath Manuel

Entertainment 8 hr ago
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Although actor Bhagath Manuel's career didn't soar as high as his Malarvaadi Arts Club co-stars Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese's did, he nonetheless managed to make a name for himself, particularly through his comedic portrayals. However, his personal life wasn't all picture-perfect. In a recent interview, Bhagath revealed that he was on the verge of taking his own life following his divorce.
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AI brain fry
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‘AI brain fry’: Managing AI tools is mentally draining workers, new study warns

Technology 9 hr ago
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The study was conducted by researchers from Boston Consulting Group and University of California, Riverside. It surveyed over 1,488 full-time US-based workers at various roles in large companies across industries. Over 14 per cent of participants ‘endorsed’ experiencing AI brain fry, with some of them describing a “buzzing” feeling or a mental fog with difficulty focusing.
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor
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Alia Bhatt reacts as BFF Akansha Ranjan Kapoor talks about freezing her eggs

Lifestyle 9 hr ago
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and her BFF Alia Bhatt discussed egg freezing, a fertility preservation method that involves hormonal stimulation, egg retrieval, and preservation at low temperatures. Kapoor praised the female body's capabilities, but it's important to approach it realistically and consult a fertility specialist, as age significantly impacts egg quality.
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Jana Nayagan
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Jana Nayagan faces delay: CBFC revising committee screening postponed as member falls ill

Entertainment 8 hr ago
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Vijay's film Jana Nayagan faces another delay as CBFC's Revising Committee screening is postponed due to a member's illness. The film has been in a legal battle since December 2025 and today's screening was crucial for its release. However, it has been pushed to March 17, jeopardizing its chances of a timely release before Tamil Nadu assembly elections.
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Elnaaz Norouzi says people of Iran want to choose their own leader.
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Sacred Games actor Elnaaz Norouzi’s explosive warning on Mojtaba Khamenei

Entertainment 9 hr ago
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Elnaaz Norouzi has been quite vocal about the alienation she feels in her home country of Iran, especially amid the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. The actor, who has German citizenship and has worked in a number of Hindi films and shows, is disillusioned by the direction in which Iran is heading even after the recent assassination of its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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Sunil Gavaskar shakes a leg with India captain Suryakumar Yadav after India win the 2026 T20 World Cup. (PTI Photo)
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Kamal Haasan
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‘Rs 150 cr for 20 days of work’: Kamal Haasan’s fee for Kalki 2898 revealed

Entertainment 10 hr ago
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Kamal Haasan, a child actor turned auteur, political figure, and commercial force, has added another title to his list: the highest paid actor in India. His close friend and collaborator, Yugi Sethu, revealed that Kamal was paid Rs 150 crore for his role in the sci-fi blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD. The film's producer, C. Aswani Dutt, corrected Sethu, saying Kamal had only given 10 days.
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Iran
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Oil crosses $100: Amid Iran war, supply security bigger priority for India than price

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The recent conflict in West Asia has caused a 30% increase in crude oil prices, reaching $120 per barrel. This is due to fears of supply disruption and suspension of tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz. To combat this, G7 countries may release oil from strategic reserves. The situation has also affected Asian stock markets and India's economy, which is highly dependent on oil imports.
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Varalaxmi
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stock market crash
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Air India Expands Flights to Europe, JFK, Maldives, Sri Lanka Till March 18
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Arshdeep first apologised to Mitchell at the end of the over before sharing a chuckle with him after the match. (BlackCaps Instagram screenshot/PTI)
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WATCH: Arshdeep defuses tension with Mitchell after T20 World Cup final

Sports 11 hr ago
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During the 2026 T20 World Cup final, India's Arshdeep Singh threw the ball at New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell and walked away without apologizing. However, he later offered a sincere apology, captured in a video by the BlackCaps' Instagram. India won the final and defended their title.
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