Times of India

Akshay Kumar marks a strong comeback with the horror‑comedy Bhoot Bangla, rolling out paid previews on April 16 and a full release on April 17. Set in a haunted mansion, the film mixes laughs, scares and family chaos, positioned as a light‑hearted masala entertainer rather than pure horror, with strong early advance‑booking figures signalling a hopeful box‑office start after a quiet patch since December 2025.

Uncertainty surrounded Rohit Sharma before MI’s clash with Punjab Kings after his hamstring injury. He skipped training, and scans raised concerns. At the toss, Hardik Pandya confirmed Rohit would miss multiple games. Mitchell Santner was also unavailable, forcing changes, with Quinton de Kock returning and a debut for Mayank Rawat.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath drew parallels between Bengal's current situation and UP's past, highlighting law and order issues, mafia rule, and corruption. He accused the TMC of creating an identity crisis and appealed for a BJP government to end terror and corruption in West Bengal.

Backing the idea of reserving seats for women legislators, Priyanka said her party was not opposing women’s representation itself, but questioning what she described as the political intent behind the timing and framing of the bill. She argued that the ruling NDA was using the measure as an electoral strategy rather than as a purely reform-driven step.

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has reportedly refused to speak with Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu. This comes after US President Donald Trump suggested the leaders would hold talks. Lebanese officials informed the US and Israel that negotiations will not proceed until a ceasefire is achieved. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite recent discussions.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan was astonished as Lalit Modi revealed his extensive Ferrari collection during an interview. Modi gifted his son a Ferrari every year from age 21, amassing 11 cars for him, while Modi himself owns 21. The conversation also touched upon emerging cricket talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

2025 saw third edition of Chennai Grand Masters. R Vaishali, the nation's toast at the moment, was invited to compete in the Challengers section, which includes relatively lower-rated players than the Masters field. Vaishali had a nightmarish tournament, finishing rock bottom. The winner of the Challengers section was Munirethinam Pranesh, a baby-faced assassin on the board.

At a Pentagon worship service, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recited what he called “CSAR 25:17,” presenting it as a military prayer tied to combat search-and-rescue missions. He suggested it was meant to reflect Ezekiel 25:17, which is where the confusion begins.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class 10th result on April 15, 2026, a day that once again brought the familiar rush of anxiety, anticipation, and constantly refreshing screens. Among the toppers was Gunnika Khurana, who secured 99.6% and spoke about a journey shaped more by consistency and calm than pressure. From early preparation in grade nine to moments of pre-board anxiety, her story reflects discipline, self-belief, and quiet resilience behind a near-perfect score.

Jharkhand Academic Council has announced Class 8 results for 2026. Students can now access their scorecards online by entering their roll code and number on the official websites. The scorecard contains vital details like subject-wise marks and qualifying status. It is advised to verify all information and save a copy for future reference.

Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi expressed pessimism about India and Pakistan resuming bilateral cricket soon, citing significant political interference within the Pakistan Cricket Board as the primary obstacle. He believes external pressures have politicized decisions, hindering any possibility of a series, even at neutral venues, and fears the situation will worsen.

Actor Vijay's new political party, TVK, is making a bold solo bid in the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, challenging the state's long-standing alliance-driven politics. Historically, success hinges on coalitions, not standalone appeal. TVK's gamble aims for direct leadership, but faces the challenge of converting visibility into seats without established networks, potentially acting as a vote-splitter.

US businesses are witnessing significantly higher H-1B visa selection rates, with some reporting over 50% success. This surge follows the Department of Homeland Security's shift from a random lottery to a wage-weighted system, prioritizing higher salary offers. The new rule, effective February 27, 2026, aims to reshape the selection process for skilled foreign workers.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' has officially breached the Rs. 1,100 crore net milestone in India on Day 29. From its massive Rs. 90 crore opening day to becoming the first Hindi film to enter the Rs. 1,000 crore club, Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh is rewriting history. Read on to learn more about the latest live tracking updates, day-wise collection breakdown for Week 1, 2, and 3 and a recap of the worldwide gross hitting Rs. 1,733 crore despite the IPL 2026 craze.

TCS has suspended operations at its Nashik BPO center following an escalated probe into alleged sexual harassment and forced religious conversion. Police are investigating an organized pattern of behavior among accused staff, including HR officials, who allegedly targeted financially vulnerable employees. Separately, Infosys issued a statement addressing similar allegations at its Pune facility.

Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold and silver prices may extend gains in the coming days, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head - Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group.