Dhurandhar: The Revenge, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, has broken the nine-year North American box office record held by Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Released on March 19, the film grossed over $22 million (Rs 205 crore), surpassing Baahubali 2’s $20 million benchmark. The makers of Baahubali 2, including producer Shobu Yarlagadda, congratulated the team for the milestone. The film’s success extends across India and global markets. The story follows an Indian spy navigating political and underworld networks in Pakistan. Featuring a strong ensemble cast, the film continues to set new commercial benchmarks.

A passenger on IndiGo flight 6E-185 from Bengaluru to Varanasi attempted to open the emergency exit door moments before landing, forcing the pilot to execute a go-around. The aircraft later landed safely at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport around 10:35 pm. The accused, Mohammad Adnan, 26, had earlier tried to tamper with the exit shortly after takeoff but was restrained by crew. He initially claimed he was under a “ghost’s influence” before saying he was unaware of the consequences. Over 100 passengers panicked. He was booked under Section 125 and later released to his parents; investigation continues. 

Donald Trump said the United States could seize Iran’s oil and potentially take control of Kharg Island, a key export hub handling most of Tehran’s crude shipments. He suggested a prolonged presence may be required, even as experts warned such a move could endanger US troops and extend the conflict. Trump claimed indirect talks with Iran were progressing and set an April 6 deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. He also alleged increased tanker passage as a “gift” authorised by Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Tehran has not confirmed these claims, while tensions and risks to global energy supply continue to rise. (PC: NDTV)

An Indian worker was killed after an Iranian strike hit a power and water desalination plant in Kuwait, causing significant structural damage, according to Kuwait’s electricity ministry. The attack, described as part of “Iranian aggression,” occurred on Sunday evening. Engineer Fatima Abbas Jawhar Hayat confirmed the fatality and damage. There has been no immediate response from India’s Ministry of External Affairs or its embassy in Kuwait. This raises the number of Indian nationals killed in the ongoing West Asia conflict to seven, with others reported dead across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE. Indian missions are assisting affected citizens as regional tensions escalate following US-Israeli strikes and Iranian retaliation. (PC: AFP)

Israel said its military is striking targets across Tehran as the conflict with Iran continues. Heavy explosions were reported in the city, while power cuts hit several areas after attacks on electricity infrastructure, officials said. Iranian media reported strikes on a university in Isfahan for the second time this weekend. In southern Israel, a fire at an industrial site caused by an Iranian attack was brought under control. Meanwhile, Iran’s parliament speaker said forces are “waiting” for US troops. Funeral rites were also held in Beirut for journalists killed in a strike. (PC: BBC)

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that Russia shared intelligence with Iran before a strike on a US-linked airbase in Saudi Arabia. Speaking in Qatar, he said he was “100%” sure Moscow helped Tehran. “I don’t believe — I know — that they share information,” he said. He cited satellite images of Prince Sultan Air Base taken before the March 26 attack. The base hosts US and Saudi forces. Several American personnel were injured. There is no independent proof of the claim. Russia has denied sharing such intelligence in the past. (PC: India Today)

Power cuts were reported across Tehran and nearby areas after attacks hit electricity infrastructure on Sunday, officials said. Iran’s energy ministry said outages affected the capital and parts of northern regions. State TV said supply was disrupted in Tehran and Alborz province, with efforts underway to restore power. The situation comes as Israel said it was carrying out strikes across Tehran. Fresh explosions were also reported in northern parts of the city. Earlier, US President Donald Trump had warned of targeting Iran’s power facilities if no deal was reached. The conflict continues to intensify. (PC: X)

A fire broke out at an industrial facility in Neot Hovav in southern Israel after debris from an Iranian missile strike hit the area on Sunday. Officials said a pesticide tank was damaged, causing a hazardous materials incident. One person was injured. Workers from nearby factories were evacuated. Authorities told residents to stay indoors and keep windows closed. “We understand that there is a missile shrapnel impact,” the Israeli military said. Police said the fire may have been caused by munition debris or interception fragments. The industrial zone lies about 12 km from Beersheba. (PC: NDTV)

Popular Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee died on Sunday after a drowning incident at Talsari beach in Odisha. He was 43. Co-actor Diganta Bagchi said Banerjee went into the water alone after shooting. “He got entangled in something under the water. People were shouting that Rahul was drowning,” he said. Crew members pulled him out and rushed him to Digha hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Police have registered an unnatural death case and are checking details. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock and called his death an “irreparable loss”. (PC: X)

A new study shows dogs lived closely with humans about 15,000 years ago, earlier than earlier estimates. The finding is based on DNA from a jawbone found in Gough's Cave. Scientists said the animal was a domesticated dog, not a wolf. This pushes back the timeline of dog domestication by around 5,000 years. Dr William Marsh said, “Dogs and humans already had an incredibly tight, close relationship.” Researchers found the dogs shared food with humans and travelled with them across regions. The study, published in Nature, also showed early dogs spread across Europe and parts of Asia with human groups. (PC: NDTV)