Aamir Khan’s much-anticipated film Sitaare Zameen Par hit cinemas on Friday, June 20, and its box office debut suggests a measured start rather than a blockbuster opening. Directed by RS Prasanna and positioned as a spiritual successor to Taare Zameen Par, the film garnered Rs. 4.76 crore on its first day. Despite significant advance booking and high expectations for Khan’s return to the silver screen, the initial numbers fell short of projections.

Billionaire investor and sports magnate Mark Walter is reportedly nearing a deal to acquire a controlling stake in the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers, a landmark move that would deepen his already formidable presence in global sports ownership. Walter, who currently owns stakes in the Los Angeles Dodgers and several other major sports franchises, is expected to retain Jeanie Buss as Lakers governor. The deal, building on his 27% stake acquired in 2021, would mark a shift in operational influence while preserving the Buss family’s symbolic leadership of the iconic basketball franchise.

Ahead of the high-stakes five-match Test series between India and England, Harishit Rana has officially been added to the Indian squad for the first Test in Leeds. The 23-year-old pacer was retained as injury cover and travelled with the team from London to Headingley. Rana, who recently represented India A and has a handful of international appearances, joins a pace-heavy squad led by Shubman Gill. Meanwhile, head coach Gautam Gambhir is en route to rejoin the team following a brief personal leave. The opening Test of the newly christened Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy begins on June 20.

Aamir Khan’s much-anticipated return to the silver screen with Sitaare Zameen Par has not translated into robust box office momentum. Despite being the actor’s first release in three years, early indicators suggest a sluggish opening day, with advance bookings barely crossing Rs. 1 crore. This marks a significant drop compared to Khan’s past outings and raises questions about the film’s commercial viability, especially given its reported Rs. 80 crore budget.

The tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, which resulted in the loss of 270 lives—including 241 on board and 29 on the ground—has presented an unprecedented dilemma for India’s insurance sector. In several cases, both the policyholder and their designated nominee perished, leaving insurers to identify legal heirs in the absence of direct beneficiaries.

India’s telecommunications industry reported a solid performance in the March 2025 quarter, with adjusted gross revenue (AGR) climbing 12.44% year-on-year to Rs 79,226 crore, according to the latest data from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai). The sector’s revenue growth was largely propelled by tariff hikes introduced in July 2024, which lifted average revenue per user (ARPU) by 19.16% to Rs 182.95. Reliance Jio retained its leadership in AGR, while Bharti Group posted the fastest growth rate among major players.

Sambhv Steel Tubes, one of India’s leading manufacturers of electric resistance welded (ERW) steel pipes and structural tubes, has announced the launch of its Rs. 540-crore initial public offering (IPO). The price band has been set at Rs. 77-82 per share, with the issue open for subscription from June 25 to June 27. The IPO comprises a Rs. 440-crore fresh issue and a Rs. 100-crore offer for sale by promoters. Proceeds will primarily be used for debt repayment and corporate purposes. The company’s listing on the BSE and NSE is expected on July 2, amid a buoyant market for steel products.

Oswal Pumps Ltd made a promising stock market debut on Friday, listing at a premium of over 3% against its issue price of Rs. 614. The company’s shares opened at Rs. 632 on the BSE and Rs. 634 on the NSE, reflecting investor confidence after the initial public offering (IPO) saw robust demand, with 34.42 times oversubscription. The Rs. 1,387.34-crore IPO combined a fresh issue and offer-for-sale, aimed at funding capital expenditure, debt reduction, and expansion into solar manufacturing. With a market valuation crossing Rs.

As the geopolitical crisis between Israel and Iran escalates, India has initiated Operation Sindhu to evacuate its citizens stranded in conflict zones, particularly in Tehran. The first evacuation flight carrying 110 Indian students landed safely in New Delhi on Thursday morning, offering relief to anxious families. However, thousands more remain in volatile regions, sparking urgent appeals from worried parents. Among them are over 10,000 medical students and several thousand others.

Aamir Khan’s upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par, set for theatrical release on June 20, 2025, has become a defining moment in the ongoing theatre-versus-OTT debate. Khan has publicly committed to keeping the film off streaming platforms, rejecting a reported Rs. 120 crore offer for digital rights. This bold move has earned praise from the Multiplex Association of India (MAI), which lauded Khan’s “visionary” stand as a reaffirmation of faith in the cinematic experience.