A change in Sankranti festival dates has caused chaos for Andhra Pradesh's cockfight breeders, forcing them to scramble for roosters with specific colour combinations deemed lucky for the new days. Read how astrology and numerology dictate the high-stakes
Check the complete list of school holidays in January 2026, including Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and Republic Day. Plan your academic schedule around these closures.
New Year 2026 began with lakhs of devotees visiting Kashi Vishwanath, Ayodhya's Ram Temple, and other holy sites for blessings. See the spiritual celebrations across India.
As Bhopal prepares for Makar Sankranti, officials warn banned Chinese manjha kite strings risk massive power outages and fatal accidents. Learn the high-risk zones and safety measures.
Nashik police detained a 22-year-old for selling banned nylon manja, seizing 101 reels worth Rs1 lakh. Authorities warn sellers face externation for 10-15 days around Makar Sankranti. Read the full crackdown details.
Nagpur's NMC elections on Jan 15 face a voter participation challenge, falling after Makar Sankranti. Officials deploy SVEEP campaign to boost turnout. Details on past trends and strategies inside.
The Pongal-Sankranti 2026 festival season is set for a massive box office clash with major releases from Tamil and Telugu cinema. Discover the star-studded lineup and release dates.
Telangana government urges Nitin Gadkari for toll-free travel on Hyderabad-Vijayawada NH from Jan 9-18 to ease festival rush. State offers to pay nominal fee. Read about the traffic plan.
South Central Railway urges public to avoid kite flying near tracks this Sankranti after past electrocution incidents. High-voltage lines pose fatal risk, especially with Chinese threads.
Prabu Solomon's 'Kumki 2' gets a digital premiere on Prime Video on January 3, 2026. The emotional man-animal drama aims for a wider audience after a mixed theatrical run. Read more.
Prabhas and Sanjay Dutt star in the new trailer for 'The Raja Saab,' a horror-comedy set for a Sankranti release. Fans praise the visuals and Prabhas' Joker look. Read more.
Plan your spiritual year with our complete guide to Hindu festivals, fasting days, and auspicious dates in January 2026. Mark your calendars for Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and more.
Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Akhanda 2' gets an OTT release date on Netflix. The Telugu action spectacle will start streaming from January 9, 2026. Details inside!
PVR INOX announces a 4K restored re-release of Satyajit Ray's masterpiece 'Aranyer Din Ratri' from January 9, 2026. Experience the iconic film's brilliance on the big screen.
At The Raja Saab event, Prabhas praised Zarina Wahab, Sanjay Dutt, and the film's crew. He revealed adding horror-comedy to avoid serious action films and predicted a Sankranti 2026 blockbuster.
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Alia Bhatt's film Alpha faces another delay, reportedly to avoid a box office clash with Salman Khan's Battle of Galgan on April 17. Get the latest Bollywood updates here.
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Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 is set for a grand pan-India release on 19 March 2026. Fans eagerly anticipate a more brutal sequel and the epic face-off between Hamza and Major Iqbal. Read more.
Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 targets a grand Eid 2026 premiere on March 19. The sequel will release in Hindi and four South Indian languages, aiming for a massive pan-India opening.
Kichcha Sudeep's action thriller 'Mark' releases in Kannada on Christmas. The Tamil and Telugu versions are now slated for a New Year 2026 debut. Get the latest updates and social media reactions here.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court warns of strict fines up to Rs 2.5 lakh for nylon manja violations. Next hearing on Jan 5, 2026. Read the full details.
Jaipur police impose a complete kite-flying ban within a 5-km radius of Mahal Road and Hare Krishna Marg from Jan 2-15 for Army Day rehearsals. Know the dates, timings, and safety reasons behind this crucial restriction.
SS Rajamouli's 'Baahubali: The Epic', a re-edited saga, storms Netflix on Christmas. After a Rs 33 Cr India re-release, the 3h 43m film promises a festive treat. Details inside!
Bhopal Police Commissioner bans Chinese manjha for 2 months ahead of Sankranti to prevent injuries to birds and humans. Read the full order details and legal implications here.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police seize banned nylon kite string worth Rs 3.45 lakh, arrest two. Total seizure valued at Rs 10.9 lakh. Read about the crackdown on illegal festive trade.
PWD to build two extra pontoon bridges over Ganga at Phaphamau for Magh Mela, operational until May to ease congestion. Read about the construction timeline and traffic plans.
Keerthy Suresh's dark comedy-action film 'Revolver Rita' is set for its OTT premiere on Netflix this December 26. Perfect for a holiday family watch!
Hyderabad Central Zone Police issue a public advisory urging residents to inform police about holiday travel plans to prevent theft. Learn essential home safety tips.
Producer TG Vishwa Prasad clarifies comments on 'The Raja Saab' pre-release business, emphasizing theatrical impact. Prabhas' horror-comedy hits screens Jan 9. Read the full story.