Sanjay Raut questions probe into Ajit Pawar plane crash, alleges agencies ‘compromised’

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:48 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Amid the continuing political controversy over the fatal plane crash involving former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday questioned the credibility of the ongoing investigation and echoed NCP (SP) legislator Rohit Pawar’s allegations of “foul play” and “sabotage".

Mannara Chopra, Aoora channel their inner Kareena Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:45 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Actress Mannara Chopra and Korean singer Aoora took a nostalgic trip down Bollywood lane as they recreated the iconic ‘Jab We Met’ look inspired by Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor.

Bhumi Pednekar thrilled with her fresh new ‘bangs’

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:44 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Actress Bhumi Pednekar is over the moon after getting a brand-new haircut and couldn’t wait to share her excitement on social media.

Ram Charan's 'Peddi' makers disclose Jagapathi Babu's character, look in film!

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:42 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 12 (IANS) The makers of director Buchi Babu Sana's eagerly awaited rural action drama 'Peddi', featuring actor Ram Charan in the lead, on Wednesday released the look of actor Jagapathi Babu in the film and also disclosed that he played a character called Appalasoori in the eagerly awaited entertainer.

T20 WC: All stats from West Indies’ 30-run win over England in Group C

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:42 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) West Indies pulled off a commanding 30-run victory over England in Group C of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, strengthening their bid for the Super 8s.

Bangladesh: Hindu man found dead with severe injury marks, tied limbs

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:32 PM

Dhaka, Feb 12 (IANS) A 28-year-old Hindu man was found dead with visible injury marks on his body in Bangladesh's Moulvibazar district, just a day before the crucial general elections, raising fresh anxieties among minority communities over possible election-linked violence amid an already tense political atmosphere, according to local media reports.

Fahadh Faasil comes onboard Atharvaa Murali, Preity Mukhundhan-starrer 'Idhayam Murali'

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:29 PM

Chennai, Feb 12 (IANS) The makers of director Aakash Baskaran’s eagerly-awaited romantic drama, ‘Idhayam Murali’, featuring actors Atharvaa Murali, Preity Mukhundhan and Kayadu Lohar in the lead, on Wednesday disclosed the fact that Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil had come onboard the film by announcing that he had begun shooting for the romantic comedy.

PM Modi praises FM Sitharaman for presenting comprehensive Budget roadmap to transform economy

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and said that in her Lok Sabha speech, she presented a comprehensive picture of how this year’s Union Budget will contribute to India’s economic transformation.

‘Home is love; it’s where you get peace’: Gambhir reflects ahead of India’s T20 WC game in Delhi

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) As India prepares to face Namibia at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the occasion carries special significance for head coach Gautam Gambhir. Delhi is not only his home city but also the venue where a stand bears his name, a tribute to his contributions to Indian cricket.

Shreya Ghoshal: Being able to lend my voice to diverse narratives is incredibly fulfilling

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:22 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Playback singer Shreya Ghoshal, who continues to showcase the extraordinary range of Indian music with a lineup of recent releases spanning multiple languages, genres, and emotional landscapes, finds it “incredibly fulfilling” to be able to lend her voice to diverse narratives.