Ranbir Kapoor Opens Up on Playing Lord Ram in Ramayana and the Life Change It Sparked

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Amaravati to remain sole capital, says CM Chandrababu Naidu after LS nod

Amaravati, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday asserted that Amaravati will remain the sole capital of the state, declaring that “no one can touch it” in the future. He…

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Trump says Iran seeks ceasefire, will consider when Hormuz Strait is open

Washington, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ): US President Donald Trump Wednesday said Iran’s new leadership has sought a ceasefire with the United States, even as he signalled continued military pressure until key maritime conditions are met. In…

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Hindus will be thrown out if Trinamool returns to power: BJP leader Chakraborty (IANS Interview)

Kolkata, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) BJP leader and actor Mithun Chakraborty on Wednesday claimed that if the Trinamool Congress returns to power after next month’s two-phased election in West Bengal, Bengali Hindus might have to leave…

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Karnataka drafts policy to curb excessive digital use among students

Bengaluru, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Karnataka government on Wednesday announced a draft policy aimed at promoting responsible digital use among students, addressing growing concerns over excessive screen time and its impact on mental health. “The…

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Nora Fatehi and Badshah Kick Off I-Pop Era with Sajan Re First Look

T-Series has unveiled the striking first-look poster of Sajan Re, setting the stage for what promises to be a high-energy musical drop. With the caption “IPOP Era #SajanRe releasing on 3rd April,” the announcement signals…

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PIB Fact Check Unit publishes 2,913 fact checks dispelling fake narratives: Ministry

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government’s Fact Check Unit under the Press Information Bureau (PIB) has published 2,913 fact checks across its official social media platforms, dispelling a range of fake claims related to…

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Sharwanand-starrer ‘Biker’ team releases pulsating ‘Making Video’ ahead of film’s release

Hyderabad, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Abhilash Reddy Kankara’s high-octane sports-family drama ‘Biker’, featuring actor Sharwanand in the lead, have now released a pulsating Making Video of the film, much to the delight…

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HM Shah asks Manipur CM to fast-track peace efforts, strengthen inter-community harmony

New Delhi/Imphal, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Wednesday, directed the Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to accelerate the ongoing peace process and further strengthen the growing bonhomie among different communities…

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‘Not even God safe in God’s Own Country’: Rajnath Singh targets LDF, UDF

Thiruvananthapuram, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday launched a sharp political offensive in Kerala, alleging that “not even God is safe in God’s Own Country”, as he accused both the Left Democratic…

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Sharon Stone says, she skips intimate scenes in movies

Los Angeles, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actress Sharon Stone is not really in favour of experiencing intimate scenes on the screen. The actress has shared that she “fast-forwards” through sex scenes because she wants to…

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EC briefs Central Observers ahead of elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Election Commission of India (ECI) held a review meeting of the polling officials including Central Observers on Wednesday, where it reiterated the necessary instructions and guidelines to be followed…

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‘Kattalan’ makers welcome music director Ravi Basrur on board film unit

Chennai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Paul George’s pan-Indian Malayalam film ‘Kattalan’, featuring actor Antony Varghese (Pepe) in the lead, on Wednesday welcomed ace music director Ravi Basrur on board the unit of…

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Dan Levy reveals one thing that comforted him after demise of ‘Schitt’s Creek’ co-star Catherine O’Hara

Los Angeles, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Canadian actor Dan Levy has spoken about the one thing that comforted him following the death of his ‘Schitt’s Creek’ co-star and close friend, Catherine O’Hara. The Canadian actress died…

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Jagan terms Amaravati ‘capital of corruption’

Amaravati, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP President, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, on Wednesday termed Amaravati as the ‘capital of corruption’ and accused Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of engineering unprecedented and…

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No fuel shortage at retail outlets, LPG stock adequate: Govt

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) India’s crude inventory is adequate, and all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure sufficient crude supply for the next two months, the government said on Wednesday. Petroleum and Natural…

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Ranbir Kapoor Opens Up on Playing Lord Ram in Ramayana and the Life Change It Sparked

Ranbir Kapoor is stepping into one of the most revered roles of his career as Lord Ram in the upcoming epic Ramayana, and the journey, he reveals, has been as personal as it is cinematic….

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Poonam Pandey’s Baby Bump Post Turns Out to Be an April Fool’s Prank

Poonam Pandey had social media buzzing on March 31 after she shared pictures flaunting a baby bump, seemingly announcing her first pregnancy. With just emojis in the caption—a pregnant woman, a baby bottle, and a…

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Stars Shine Bright at Grazia Fashion Awards 2026

The red carpet at the Irasva Fine Jewellery Grazia Fashion Awards 2026 was a dazzling spectacle, with Sharvari Wagh, Ananya Bilra, Aditi Rao Hydari, Raghav Juyal, Avneet Kaur, and Bhumi Pednekar gracing the glamorous event….

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Rakul Preet Singh’s Heartfelt Birthday Wish for Brother Is All Love and Nostalgia

Rakul Preet Singh melted hearts on social media as she shared an emotional birthday tribute for her brother Aman Preet Singh. The actress posted a touching video montage filled with childhood memories and recent moments,…

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Mona Singh: Don’t glorify your mother’s pain

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Mona Singh, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming streaming series ‘Maa Ka Sum’, has urged people to not glorify the pain of their mothers. In the…

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Iran missiles could hit Europe: Rubio

Washington, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Iran has developed missiles capable of reaching deep into Europe, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, as he defended the ongoing US military action against Tehran and warned of the…

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Rajya Sabha passes CAPF (General Administration) Bill 2026 amid strong opposition protests

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 by a voice vote, marking a significant step towards unifying administrative and service rules for…

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Megan Thee Stallion hospitalized after falling ill mid-show in New York City

Los Angeles, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Singer-songwriter Megan Thee Stallion was recently hospitalized after she fell ill during a performance of “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” on Broadway. The show was being held in New York City,…

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Adequate seed stock available for upcoming sowing season: Govt

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government on Wednesday said it has adequate seed stock available for the upcoming Kharif season amid the West Asia crisis that has hampered global supply chains. Additional Secretary, Agriculture…

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Relief for FM Sitharaman as Delhi court dismisses defamation complaint filed by Somnath Bharti’s wife

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) A Delhi court on Wednesday dismissed a criminal defamation complaint filed by Lipika Mitra, wife of former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Somnath Bharti, against Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman….

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Why Bhabanipur remains Bengal’s most volatile political arena

New Delhi, March 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The high-voltage battleground of Bhabanipur Assembly constituency in April election comes as a reminder of the 2016 clash in the same seat that also was much hyped as allegations flew,…

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Lok Sabha passes Bill for statutory status to Amaravati as Andhra’s sole capital

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Lok Sabha on Wednesday unanimously passed a Bill to grant statutory recognition to Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was…

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LS: YSRCP terms Amaravati Bill ‘hopeless’, stages walkout

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) YSR Congress Party staged a walkout from the Lok Sabha during the debate on the Bill to give statutory status to Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, terming…

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Aditi Malikk recalls April 1 proposal from Mohitt Maalik, says she thought it was a prank

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Aditi Malikk recently took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she shared a heartfelt post for her husband Mohitt Maalik, recalling their unique love story that began with an…

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CBI files case against Anil Ambani, RCom in Rs 3,750 crore LIC case

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Central Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday registered a case against Reliance Communications Ltd (RCom), Anil Ambani, unknown public servants, and unknown others on allegations of causing wrongful loss of…

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Sensex, Nifty start FY27 on positive note, snap 2-day losing streak

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian stock markets ended Wednesday’s session on a strong note, although they gave up a large part of their early gains as optimism around easing tensions between the US and Iran…

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Is 7.5-hour ‘Dhurandhar’ director’s cut hitting theatres on April 5, or just an April Fools’ prank?

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Rumours around filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s ambitious 7.5-hour director’s cut of “Dhurandhar”, starring Ranveer Singh, have sparked curiosity online, with claims suggesting a limited theatrical release on April 5. As per reports,…

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Four priests arrested in Nalanda stampede case; FIR against 40

Patna, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major crackdown following the deadly stampede at the Sheetla Mata Temple in Nalanda district, police have arrested four priests and filed a case against 40 people. The incident, which…

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Restored classics ‘Manthan’, SRK-starrer ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’ to be screened at NIFFA

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Hindi classic ‘Manthan’ and ‘In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones’ have been restored to screen at the ongoing edition of the National Indian Film Festival of Australia (NIFFA). The…

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Crusader for 1984 Sikh riot victims, ex-AAP MLA HS Phoolka joins BJP

New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The face behind justice for victims of 1984 anti-Sikh riots, human rights lawyer and former AAP lawmaker H.S. Phoolka, on Wednesday joined the BJP. After joining the BJP here, Phoolka…

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Shah Rukh Khan Celebrates 20 Years of Red Chillies VFX with a Heartfelt Tribute And Showreel

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan took to social media with a deeply personal message celebrating two decades of Red Chillies VFX — the world‑class effects house he founded in 2006. In his post, he recalled a…

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Mithun Chakraborty says, he values obsession with excellence over political ambition

Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty, has made a bold statement saying that he doesn’t harbour political ambitions. The Dadasaheb Phalke award recipient spoke with IANS in Kolkata recently, and explained…

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‘Massacre of Democracy’: Kerala HC slams namesake candidates as poll confusion tool

Kochi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a sharp oral observation with wider electoral implications, the Kerala High Court on Wednesday cautioned against the growing practice of fielding “namesake” candidates to mislead voters, terming it a “massacre…

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BJP’s Chakraborty accuses Trinamool of ‘divisive politics’, lauds SIR, flags issue of ‘dead voters’ (IANS Interview)

Kolkata, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty on Wednesday hit out at the Trinamool Congress over what he described as “divisive politics” in West Bengal, while also lauding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process…

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Security remains key to return of Kashmiri Pandits: J&K CM in Assembly

Jammu, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Wednesday that while the government continues to prioritise the protection of their religious sites, security is the key to the return of…