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Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith Balakrishnan faces arrest following a sexual assault complaint by an actress. Allegedly, he entered her caravan without consent on a film set. The Women in Cinema Collective has voiced strong criticism, questioning systemic failures in protecting women. Ranjith denies the charges, asserting his innocence and preparing a bail plea.

The government has sanctioned ₹75,000 to our institute, which is four times less than what some amateur groups have received. I respectfully reject this aid, he says

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is likely to make eight to ten visits to West Bengal for campaign

The government has announced a hike of over 77% in service charges effective April 1, most centres have yet to display updated price charts

Congress leader predicts UDF sweep in Kerala; alleges BJP-LDF nexus

Iran has sharply retorted to US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "stone age" threats, highlighting Iran's ancient civilization and resilience. The Iranian embassy in South Africa countered that while Americans were "still in caves," Iran was inscribing human rights.

Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability, risking further entanglement.