In a sudden reversal, several Pakistani actors' social media accounts briefly became accessible in India, only to be swiftly blocked again within 24 hours. Prominent names such as Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar, Ahad Raza Mir, and others briefly reappeared on Indian Instagram feeds, sparking widespread attention. However, these accounts were promptly restricted once more due to compliance with legal directives citing national security concerns.

India’s film industry is undergoing a transformation in scale, ambition, and global competitiveness. Leading this evolution is director Nitesh Tiwari’s two-part cinematic adaptation of Ramayana, which is set to become the most expensive Indian film ever produced. With a reported budget of $100 million (approximately Rs. 835 crore), Ramayana Part 1 eclipses previous record-holders such as Kalki 2898 AD, RRR, and Adipurush.

The announcement of Deepika Padukone receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026 has sparked national pride and global celebration. However, contrary to popular belief, she is not the first Indian to receive this coveted honour. That distinction belongs to Sabu Dastagir, a pioneering Mysore-born actor who rose to fame in Hollywood during the 1930s and left an indelible mark on cinema history.

A man in his 50s from northern New South Wales has died after contracting the Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV), a rare and fatal infection transmitted through bat bites or scratches. Despite receiving treatment following the incident several months ago, his condition deteriorated rapidly, marking the fourth human death from this virus since it was first identified in 1996.

Tata Group is actively exploring the acquisition of full ownership in Resurgent Power Ventures Pte, a Singapore-headquartered power generation and transmission company, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its footprint in India’s energy sector. Tata Power, which currently holds a 26% stake, is reportedly in discussions to buy out the remaining 74% from shareholders including ICICI Venture, Kuwait Investment Authority (KIA), and Oman Investment Authority (OIA). The valuation under consideration is approximately $2.1 billion, inclusive of debt.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world’s largest jewellery retailers, has launched its most ambitious project yet: a state-of-the-art, fully integrated manufacturing facility in Hyderabad, Telangana. Marking a significant leap in the company’s production capabilities, the new plant is its largest globally and reaffirms India’s critical role in the company’s global operations. Spanning over 3.45 lakh square feet, the facility strengthens Malabar’s manufacturing infrastructure and reinforces Hyderabad’s growing prominence as a hub for high-end jewellery production.

The Government of India has unequivocally asserted that the succession of the Dalai Lama remains a spiritual matter governed solely by established Buddhist traditions and the incumbent Dalai Lama’s directives. Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, a practising Buddhist, emphasized that no external entity—including China—holds the authority to determine the reincarnation. This declaration follows the 14th Dalai Lama’s recent statement affirming that only the Gaden Phodrang Trust can recognise his future successor.

India’s Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), a government-backed telecom R&D entity, is set to generate a projected Rs. 1,000 crore in revenue in the current fiscal year, marking a significant leap in its commercial and technological evolution. In addition to this, a government grant of Rs. 400 crore will bolster its capabilities. Minister of State for Telecom, Dr.

The U.S. labor market posted steady gains in June, with 147,000 new jobs added and the unemployment rate dipping unexpectedly to 4.1%. The data reflects a labor economy that remains resilient despite tightening financial conditions and elevated borrowing costs. While job creation remained moderate and wage growth softened, the overall employment landscape signaled strength—enough to make the Federal Reserve more cautious about early interest rate cuts.

Logistics startup Shadowfax is preparing to file its draft IPO papers confidentially with SEBI within the next month, signalling its ambition to raise between Rs. 2,000–2,500 crore at an estimated valuation of Rs. 5,500–6,000 crore. Targeting growth in its emerging quick commerce and hyperlocal delivery verticals, the company plans to allocate approximately Rs. 1,000–1,100 crore of fresh capital towards scaling these services.