Yash Raj Films has finally unveiled the first teaser of Alpha, the upcoming spy thriller that marks the first female-led film in the popular YRF Spy Universe. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in lead roles, with Bobby Deol playing a pivotal role as Alia’s mentor, Baba. The teaser picks up from the post-credit scene of War 2, where Bobby Deol’s character is seen introducing a young Sita to the mysterious Alpha program. In the newly released footage, the story advances several years as Sita celebrates her 18th birthday with Baba. However, what initially appears…
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to begin, and football fans across India are eagerly preparing to follow the biggest tournament in world football. After months of uncertainty regarding the tournament’s broadcast partner in the country, Zee Entertainment has officially secured the media rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026, ensuring comprehensive television and digital coverage for Indian viewers. The agreement makes Zee the official broadcaster of the tournament in India and also grants the company rights to 38 additional FIFA competitions through 2034. As part of its expansion into sports broadcasting, the network has launched four dedicated sports…
Oscar-winning music composer A. R. Rahman delivered a memorable live performance at the Attari border in Punjab on Sunday, paying tribute to the bravery and dedication of the Border Security Force (BSF). The special event, titled “Jai Ho — A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts,” was held during the Beating Retreat ceremony at the Joint Check Post (JCP) Stadium and marked Rahman’s first-ever performance at the iconic border location. The musical tribute was organized ahead of the release of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga, a cross-border drama featuring music composed by Rahman. The composer began the evening…
India’s preparations for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan have been dealt a significant setback after all-rounder Hardik Pandya was ruled out with a fresh injury. The development comes just a day after he was declared fit by the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Pandya had successfully completed his rehabilitation from back spasms and was expected to join the Indian squad in Dharamsala ahead of the series opener on June 14. However, according to reports, the Mumbai Indians star sustained a quadriceps injury before linking up with the team, forcing him out of the series at the…
Serena Williams made a memorable return to competitive tennis, securing a doubles victory at Queen’s Club after an absence of 1,375 days. The 44-year-old American teamed up with Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko to defeat third seeds Erin Routliffe and Nicole Melichar-Martinez 7-6 (7-2), 6-2 in front of a packed crowd at the Andy Murray Arena. The match marked Williams’ first competitive appearance since stepping away from tennis in 2022. Despite the lengthy break, the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion showed flashes of the power, determination and shot-making ability that defined one of the greatest careers in sporting history. Williams admitted…
Argentina received a major boost ahead of their World Cup title defence as captain Lionel Messi returned from injury and scored in a 3-0 friendly victory over Iceland in Alabama. The match marked Messi’s first appearance in 16 days after recovering from muscle overload in his left hamstring. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner entered the game in the second half and immediately lifted the atmosphere among the 88,044 fans at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Messi converted a penalty in the 72nd minute, taking his international tally to 117 goals and becoming the oldest goalscorer in Argentina’s history. His successful return eases concerns…
West Indies Women enter the T20 World Cup determined to move beyond recent disappointments and re-establish themselves among the elite teams in international cricket. Having reached the semifinals of the 2024 edition, they remain a dangerous side capable of upsetting stronger opponents on their day. The Caribbean side has experienced mixed fortunes over the last two years. While they impressed with a semifinal appearance in the previous T20 World Cup, they failed to qualify for the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup and also suffered a surprising defeat to Sri Lanka in the T20 format earlier this year. A difficult series…
Actor, filmmaker, and philanthropist Raghava Lawrence has sparked fresh speculation about a possible entry into politics after addressing reports that he may contest from the Trichy East Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu. The rumours gained momentum after several media reports linked Lawrence to the Trichy East seat, which was vacated by actor-turned-politician Vijay following the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Responding to growing public curiosity, Lawrence shared a statement on social media, acknowledging the widespread speculation and requests from journalists seeking clarification. In his post, Lawrence said he was currently occupied with the shooting schedule of his upcoming film Benz, which…
Tensions between the United States and Iran intensified after US forces struck Iranian coastal radar and surveillance installations near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The action came after the US military intercepted four Iranian drones that it said posed a threat to maritime traffic in the strategically important waterway. According to US Central Command, the strikes targeted surveillance facilities in Goruk and on Qeshm Island. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, carrying a significant share of global oil shipments. Iran condemned the US operation, accusing Washington of violating an April ceasefire agreement…
The Union government has increased the price of domestic cooking gas (LPG) by ₹29 per cylinder, citing a significant rise in global energy costs following disruptions caused by the ongoing crisis in West Asia. With the latest revision effective from June 7, 2026, the price of a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder in Delhi has increased from ₹913 to ₹942. The government stated that despite the hike, Indian households continue to pay among the lowest cooking gas prices globally. According to official estimates, the cost of supplying a domestic LPG cylinder has crossed ₹1,600 due to a sharp increase in international…