Justice Surya Kant, one of the senior-most judges of the Supreme Court, has been officially appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI). The announcement was made by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, who congratulated Justice Kant on his appointment via X (formerly Twitter). He will take charge on November 24, 2025, succeeding Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, and will hold office until February 9, 2027. Justice Surya Kant, who hails from Haryana, has a distinguished judicial

Tollywood star Allu Arjun has found himself in the middle of a civic controversy after the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) issued a show-cause notice over alleged illegal construction at his Jubilee Hills property. The notice, served by GHMC Circle-18 authorities, questions why the illegal structure should not be demolished and has sparked debate over compliance with urban development rules. The proper

Arjun Tendulkar, Mumbai Indians cricketer and son of batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, recently got engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony attended only by close family and friends. The news quickly lit up social media, though neither family has issued an official statement. Saaniya Chandok is the granddaughter of prominent Mumbai entrepreneur Ravi Ghai, whose family has deep roots in India’s hosp

Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, has gotten engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. Sources confirmed the news on Wednesday, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. While no official statement has been issued by either family, the event marks a significant personal milestone for the 25-year-old all-rounder. According to reports,

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy sparked controversy during a recent media interaction by defending the “Rappa Rappa” posters displayed at his Sattenapalli public meeting. The posters depicted Jagan in a violent avatar alongside the famous dialogue from the film Pushpa 2, suggesting a ruthless political comeback if he returns to power. Instead of distancing himself from the aggressive imagery, Jagan embraced the message,

The battle for the 2025 Norway Chess title is reaching a thrilling conclusion, with India's D Gukesh and Norway’s Magnus Carlsen leading the tournament going into the final round. Carlsen currently tops the table with 15 points after a comeback win against Fabiano Caruana in Round 9, while Gukesh trails by just half a point at 14.5, having defeated China’s Wei Yi with white pieces. The six-player doub

After a sensational victory over world number one Magnus Carlsen, Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh suffered a major setback at the hands of American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura in Round 8 of Norway Chess 2025. The reigning world champion was outclassed in a four-hour-long classical game where Nakamura capitalized on an early advantage to secure a smooth win and claim three full points. This defeat ends Gukesh’s impressive run of back-to-back classical wins

The Gaddar Film Awards 2025, presented by the Telangana government, have honored some of the finest talents in Telugu cinema. From Nag Ashwin’s visionary work in Kalki 2898 AD to Allu Arjun’s powerful performance in Pushpa 2: The Rule, this year’s winners celebrate both commercial success and artistic achievement. Announced by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, the awards ceremony is set to take place on June 14 at HITEX in Hyderabad.

World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is set to lead Team India in an exciting five-board team match against Team USA, headlined by Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. This high-stakes event titled "Checkmate: USA vs. India" will take place on October 4 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will bring together some of the top chess minds and influencers from both countries, blending elite competition with the energy of a globally watched event. Alongside Gukesh, Tea

D Gukesh has continued his rapid ascent in the world of chess by overtaking Arjun Erigaisi to become the highest-ranked Indian chess player in the latest FIDE rankings. The 18-year-old achieved this milestone after winning his second game in the prestigious Tata Steel Tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, Netherlands, defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer. Gukesh now holds an impressive rating of 2784 points, putting him at fourth place globally, while Erigaisi, the previous highest-ranked Indian, h

In a recent development regarding the Sandhya theatre incident, which has sparked widespread debate in the Telugu states, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has expressed his thoughts on the matter. Allu Arjun was arrested and later released on bail in connection with the controversial episode, which led to significant public discussion. Pawan Kalyan did not place blame on any individual or group but stated that Allu Arjun and his team should have taken more responsib

On December 4, a tragic stampede at Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rise resulted in the death of a 35-year-old mother, Revathi, and left her eight-year-old son, Sri Tej, critically injured. Footage from the scene captures the confusion and chaos as a crowd surged through a doorway, tearing metal gates from their hinges and littering the ground with plastic bottles and paper. The stampede reportedly followed the announcement that actor Allu Arjun

The controversy surrounding Allu Arjun’s actions during the deadly stampede at the Pushpa-2 screening on December 4 continues to escalate. Police have revealed that despite being informed about the death of a woman, Revathi, and the chaos unfolding at the cinema hall, Allu Arjun remained inside the theatre until the movie ended. City police commissioner CV Anand shared a video, compiled from news channels and cellphone footage, showing the situation during the stamped

The Sandhya Theatre controversy continues to escalate, with no resolution in sight. The issue has caught the attention of Telangana’s Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and his cabinet ministers, who are actively discussing the matter. The controversy centers around a tragic incident in which a woman named Revathi lost her life, and her son remains critically injured, after a large crowd was gathered outside the theatre during the release of Allu Arjun's film. Cinematography Min

Telugu actor Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with a tragic stampede that occurred outside a Hyderabad theatre during the premiere of his film Pushpa 2: The Rule. The incident, which took place last month, led to the death of a woman and left others injured. The stampede broke out after Allu Arjun made an unscheduled appearance at the theatre, causing a surge of fans. The actor's unexpected visit reportedly led to a chaotic situation, resulting in the fatal incident.

The much-anticipated release of Pushpa 2 is set for December 5, and it’s already making waves in both the Tollywood industry and Andhra Pradesh's political circles. Recently, YCP leader Ambati Rambabu weighed in on the film, expressing his belief that no political forces could prevent the film from succeeding at the box office. He specifically alluded to efforts by the NDA government and its supporters trying to hinder the movie's progress, drawing a comparison to the f

Arjun Tendulkar, the 25-year-old son of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, made a statement in the ongoing Ranji Trophy Plate match, picking up his maiden five-wicket haul in First-Class cricket. Arjun’s stellar bowling performance saw him claim figures of 5/25, helping bowl Arunachal Pradesh out for just 84 runs on Day 1. Starting strong, Arjun dismissed Nabam Hachang in the second over and followed up with two wickets in consecutive balls in the 12th over, leaving him on a hat-t