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In Madanpur Khadar, a floodplain in southeast Delhi, panic and urgency gripped local farmers as they tried to salvage their last remaining crops.

The near-disaster unfolded in the early morning, highlighting the razor-thin line between routine and catastrophe on busy roads.

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has imposed a penalty of Rs 102 crore on Kannada actress Ranya Rao in connection with a large-scale gold smuggling case that came to light earlier this year.

Grief is supposed to be personal, but for Janhvi Kapoor, it became a spectacle. When her mother, the legendary actress Sridevi, passed away in 2018, the young star wasn’t just mourning, she was being watched, judged, and even turned into memes. Janhvi Kapoor recently revisited one of the darkest chapters of her life.

He said that "a little bit" of geopolitical issues overtook the trade matters in the negotiations for the pact between the two countries.

With a focus on planned parenthood, 40% of the respondents said they aim to start trying for pregnancy between the ages of 28 and 32. About 25% expressed concerns about fertility timelines, reflecting growing awareness about how age plays a key role in reproductive health.

With a grin, Siddaramaiah quipped, “Do you know Kannada? I speak Kannada,” almost as if to test the President’s linguistic skills.

Whispers of a brewing romance between actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru have kept fans and gossip mills busy. From public appearances to subtle hints on social media, the two have been repeatedly linked, though both have chosen to stay silent about the speculation. However, that belief grew stronger when Samantha recently dropped a reel from her quick trip to Dubai.

The incident occurred on Monday after the woman, Ichhabai Patel, died while undergoing treatment at the community health centre (CHC) in Amlipadar under the Mainpur development block, her relative Dipchand Patel told reporters.

At the 2025 US Open, Polish tennis player Kamil Majchrzak celebrated a significant victory by offering a signed cap to a young fan, Brock. Moments later, Piotr Szczerek, a Polish millionaire CEO and founder of Drogbruk (Drog-Bruk), snatched the cap away and tucked it into his bag. The video instantly sparked outrage across social media, with viewers criticising him. Now, after brutal criticism, Szczerek has issued a public apology and claimed returning the cap to the boy.

In a teary video, Shenaz revealed that Dubai airport authorities stopped her from boarding because she didn’t have a printed copy of her e-visa. While Indian nationals receive electronic visas, a physical printout is mandatory for immigration clearance.

Former India spinner Maninder Singh has voiced disappointment over this approach, arguing that Kuldeep’s exclusion cost India a series win in England.

WWE Legend Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, known worldwide for his powerhouse physique, left fans speechless at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. Gone was his muscle-bound action-hero frame. It was replaced instead by a noticeably leaner, lighter silhouette. His slimmer look not only sparked online frenzy but also fueled discussions about health, performance, and the lengths Johnson goes to for his craft.

Later, in a rapid-fire session, Gambhir was asked to associate names with specific cricketing terms. He mentioned icons like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Jasprit Bumrah.

Haddin, who worked with Iyer as Punjab Kings’ assistant coach, defended his opinion on the batter’s exclusion. He insisted it was natural for former players to share views on global cricket and highlighted Iyer’s leadership and calmness under pressure during the IPL.