Hanuman Jayanti, celebrated on the full moon of Chaitra, honors Lord Hanuman’s birth on April 2, 2026. This festival commemorates his unwavering loyalty, superhuman strength, and selfless service, as depicted in the Ramayana. Devotees observe the day with fasting, temple visits, and offerings, drawing inspiration from Hanuman’s devotion to Lord Rama.
India’s chess contingent faced a disappointing Round 4 at the Candidates tournament, with R Praggnanandhaa and R Vaishali securing draws while Divya Deshmukh suffered a significant loss. Praggnanandhaa’s game was described as uncharacteristically subdued, and Vaishali narrowly escaped a difficult position. Deshmukh’s experimental play led to fundamental errors and a decisive defeat.
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has achieved a remarkable Rs 1460 crore gross worldwide in just 14 days. The espionage drama, directed by Aditya Dhar, has garnered Rs 920.02 crore net in India, surpassing its prequel. Despite a slight dip, the film continues its impressive box office run, captivating audiences with its thrilling narrative.
Former captain Younis Khan has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board’s PKR 20 million fine on Naseem Shah, deeming it excessive after the pacer deleted a controversial tweet and apologized. Khan believes leniency or a lesser penalty would have been more appropriate, warning of negative impacts on player morale.
Fifteen years after its debut, the ‘Game of Thrones’ legacy is celebrated with a new trailer blending original moments and spin-off footage. Despite a divisive finale, HBO’s expanding universe, including ‘House of the Dragon’ and upcoming prequels like ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ continues to captivate fans, promising more Westeros adventures.
NASA’s Artemis II mission, a 10-day lunar flyby, marks humanity’s return to deep space after 50 years. This crucial test flight validates the Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System rocket for future landings. Unlike Apollo’s race against time, Artemis prioritizes long-term lunar presence and eventual Mars missions, emphasizing safety and sustainability over speed.
The Dallas Cowboys are considering a proposed draft trade with the Kansas City Chiefs that would move them from pick No. 20 to No. 29 while gaining extra mid-round selections. The idea boosts depth, especially on defense, but risks missing elite talent. Dallas must decide between immediate impact players or building roster depth.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sensational IPL rise, highlighted by a blistering 15-ball fifty, has ignited debate over a potential India debut in the Zimbabwe T20I series. His fearless batting and consistency have impressed experts, with Kamran Akmal and Mohammad Kaif backing a fast-track call-up. However, Ravichandran Ashwin has urged patience, stressing the need to manage expectations around
For Divya Dutta, working with Amitabh Bachchan early in her career turned into a life lesson she hasn’t forgotten. Speaking about her experience on the sets of Baghban, the actor recalled how she struggled to separate her on-screen character from real life.
