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Dhanush drops thrilling Blackmail trailer starring G V Prakash ahead of August release
Actor Dhanush unveiled the trailer for thriller drama Blackmail on Saturday through his social media platform. The film stars G V Prakash in the lead role and marks another directorial venture for Mu Muran. Dhanush expressed support for his colleague by wishing G V Prakash success with the upcoming release. The trailer presents a series of intense plot developments that capture the viewer's attention. A compelling voice-over commentary runs throughout the preview, questioning societal values and human behavior patterns. G V Prakash shares screen time with actress Teju Ashwini in the primary roles. The supporting cast features Srikanth, Bindhu Madhavi, Linga, Thilak Ramesh and Muthukumar. A Deivakani produces the project under the JDS...
Bangladesh to exhume Gopalganj violence victims' bodies for autopsies if needed
Bangladesh's Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury announced Saturday that authorities may exhume bodies from recent Gopalganj district violence for autopsy procedures. He claimed families removed deceased relatives from hospitals without conducting required post-mortem examinations. The statement came after widespread criticism of the interim government's handling of burial protocols. At least five people died and more than 50 sustained injuries during Wednesday's law enforcement crackdown on protesters in Gopalgraj. Local sources suggest actual death counts may exceed official figures. Police arrested 164 individuals and filed charges against 2,800 people across multiple cases. The Awami League party condemned what it termed a brutal...
Durand Cup 2025 kicks off with local derbies and high-stakes matches
The 134th Durand Cup launches July 23 with ten matches spread across Kolkata, Jamshedpur, Shillong, Kokrajhar, and Imphal. East Bengal FC faces South United FC at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan as the tournament opener. Jamshedpur FC battles Nepal's Tribhuvan Army the following day at JDR Tata Sports Complex. Three regional derbies will captivate local audiences during the opening week. Mohammedan Sporting meets Diamond Harbour FC in a Kolkata matchup. Shillong Lajong FC confronts Rangdaijed United at the JLN stadium in another regional contest. Neroca FC clashes with TRAU FC in the Imphal derby at Khuman Lampak stadium. Several teams make their tournament debuts this year. Indo-Tibetan Border Police takes on Karbi Anglong Morning...
India Cements posts Q1 FY26 loss as expenses exceed revenue
India Cements Limited recorded a net consolidated loss of Rs 132.90 crore during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. The UltraTech cement subsidiary had earned Rs 58.47 crore profit during the same period last year. Revenue from operations stayed nearly unchanged at Rs 1,024.74 crore compared with Rs 1,026.76 crore in the previous year. The company faced a 14 percent sequential decline from the preceding quarter's Rs 1,197.30 crore. Operating expenses of Rs 1,042.19 crore exceeded total revenue of Rs 1,033.85 crore. UltraTech acquired the promoter's stake and made India Cements a subsidiary on December 24, 2024. The cement manufacturer plans capital investments over two years to boost efficiency and expand renewable energy usage...
Mohanlal's Hridayapoorvam teaser drops ahead of Onam release
Director Sathyan Anthikad released promotional footage Saturday for his upcoming family film featuring Malayalam star Mohanlal. The actor shared a preview clip across his social media platforms, announcing the theatrical debut on August 28. The comedy teaser showcases Mohanlal encountering a young fan who admires Fahadh Faasil but fails to recognize the veteran performer. Their amusing exchange highlights generational differences in cinema appreciation. The brief interaction ends when Mohanlal walks away after the fan insists that only younger actors matter. Anthikad directs this project through Aashirvad Cinemas with producer Antony Perumbavoor backing the venture. The cast features Malavika Mohanan, Sangeeth Prathap, Sangita...
Banaras Rail Engine Factory marks milestone with 2500th electric locomotive
Banaras Rail Engine Factory achieved a major production milestone Saturday when officials celebrated the completion of their 2500th electric locomotive. General Manager Naresh Pal Singh ceremonially released the WAP-7 class 6000 HP engine during festivities attended by factory workers and media representatives. The achievement represents remarkable progress since electric locomotive manufacturing began at the facility in 2017. Women engineers like fitter Anita Devi and assistant Shruti Srivastava participated in the ceremony, demonstrating increased female representation in technical roles. Factory leadership presented multimedia displays showcasing manufacturing accomplishments and future development plans. The advanced locomotive...
Madhya Pradesh's booming tourism scene lures global visitors and the film industry
Madhya Pradesh tourism officials promoted their state during a Friday event at Jaipur's Jai Mahal Hotel. Additional Managing Director Bidisha Mukherjee addressed tourism professionals from both states about visitor growth. The central Indian state attracted 134.1 million travelers during 2024, with 70 million seeking spiritual experiences. Religious sites like Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar drew significant crowds. Mukherjee proposed expanding the Golden Triangle tourist route through her state. The region houses three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and ranks among India's top wildlife destinations. Tourist arrivals increased from 11.41 crore to 13.42 crore between 2023 and 2024. Officials announced the upcoming Tourism Policy 2025 with...
China begins controversial mega dam project on Brahmaputra, alarms India and Bangladesh
China launched construction Saturday on a massive hydroelectric facility along the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet. Premier Li Qiang presided over the ceremony that marked the beginning of the 1.2 trillion yuan project. The development will feature five cascading power stations designed to generate electricity for external markets. Officials plan to use tunnel diversions and river straightening techniques during construction. The initiative represents one of Beijing's largest infrastructure investments in the region. India and Bangladesh expressed serious reservations about potential downstream consequences from the dam construction. New Delhi formally communicated its concerns to Chinese authorities on December 30, emphasizing the need...
The Maharani team praises regional cinema for authenticity over Bollywood
Actress Mansi Parekh and director Viral Shah from the upcoming Gujarati film Maharani discussed regional cinema's advantages over mainstream Bollywood productions during a recent interview. Shah explained that regional filmmaking maintains stronger cultural connections because creators focus on specific geographic areas rather than appealing to broad national audiences. Local productions explore detailed cultural elements that Bollywood often sacrifices when targeting diverse viewers across India. Parekh emphasized how regional directors maintain closer relationships with their communities and possess deeper knowledge of local traditions and languages. This proximity allows authentic storytelling that resonates more effectively with...
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