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Sunrisers Hyderabad kicks off IPL 2026 against RCB on March 28. Following a strong 2024 and a disappointing 2025, SRH aims for redemption with a revamped squad. Ishan Kishan will captain initially in Pat Cummins' absence. Key players like Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen are set to feature prominently.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' is making waves at the box office, nearing Rs 600 crore net domestically within its first week. The film experienced a strong opening and weekend, with day 6 collections showing a slight dip but still contributing to impressive overall figures. Worldwide collections are projected to reach Rs 1,000 crore.

U.S. Assistant Secretary Elbridge Colby says India and U.S. can live with their differences; makes no mention of Quad

NDA MPs hail Bill, say it protects transgender community from ‘infiltrators’ wanting to misuse self-identification to corner benefits

A consortium including Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone has agreed to acquire Royal Challengers Bengaluru for $1.78 billion. The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, will see Aryaman Vikram Birla as chairman and Satyan Gajwani as vice-chairman post-IPL 2026. This acquisition makes RCB the most valuable IPL franchise to date.

Pawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' has garnered Rs 86.47 crore worldwide in its first week, despite mixed reviews and a challenging release window. While the weekend saw moderate collections, weekday figures experienced a sharp decline. Director Harish Shankar acknowledged the film's performance, attributing it to release strategy and competition, emphasizing effort over outcome.

The remarks came during a phone call with his son Kasim Khan over the Eid weekend. Kasim later shared details of the conversation publicly after speaking to his father over the weekend.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of seven empowered groups to assess the impact of the West Asian conflict on India's energy supplies, essential commodities, and supply chains. These quick-response teams will develop strategies to mitigate economic repercussions, drawing lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic playbook.

Harish Rana, India's first patient granted passive euthanasia by the Supreme Court, has passed away at AIIMS after 13 years in a vegetative state. His death followed the withdrawal of life support, a decision made to uphold his right to die with dignity. Rana's family, who donated his corneas and heart valves, found comfort in his peaceful end.

India's government confirmed five LPG tankers, carrying approximately 2.3 lakh tonnes of cooking gas, are positioned west of the Strait of Hormuz. Two ships are expected at Indian ports this week. Officials clarified that no special permission is required for vessels to transit the international strait, though safety assessments are crucial given the current geopolitical climate.

Election Commission convened with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to bolster election preparedness. The focus was on ensuring peaceful polls by strengthening border security and curbing illegal activities like cash, liquor, and drug smuggling. All agencies were directed to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent violence and inducements.

Ben Duckett’s late withdrawal from the Indian Premier League 2026 could come at a significant cost, with the England batter facing a potential two-season ban under league rules.

The Supreme Court expressed disapproval of a PIL requesting separate enumeration of Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes in the upcoming census. The bench suggested the petition's motive might be to gain SC/ST status, calling such moves "calculated" and potentially aimed at dividing India. Despite recommendations for enumeration since 2000, the government has not acted.

The Supreme Court ruled that only individuals professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism can be members of Scheduled Castes. Conversion to any other religion results in an absolute loss of SC status, preventing invocation of the SC/ST Act. This ruling contrasts with Scheduled Tribes, where religion is not a basis for exclusion.

Prime Minister Modi has cautioned about a prolonged disruption stemming from the West Asia conflict. He stated this crisis will be a major test for India, potentially leading to an energy crisis and serious global economic consequences.

The Supreme Court mandated that UAPA cases investigated by the NIA must conclude within a year through exclusive special courts. States must identify court needs and appoint dedicated prosecutors. The Centre offers funding for these courts, aiming to expedite trials and address bail concerns. Delhi leads in pending NIA cases.

In a shift from previous trends, Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates outperformed Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in the 2025 Civil Service Examinations final merit list. Despite lower interview scores, OBCs' strong performance in written exams secured them a higher overall cut-off than EWS, reversing a recent pattern.

Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee cornhole player, has been accused of killing Bradrick Michael Wells during an argument in Maryland. Police say he acted alone and later fled. Videos showing him firing guns have surfaced online. He is now in custody and awaiting extradition. The American Cornhole League has called the situation serious and ongoing.