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Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom The Bihar Assembly elections of 2015 and 2020 tell the story of how dramatically political equations can shift within just five years. From a united opposition toppling the BJP-led alliance in 2015 to a resurgent BJP emerging dominant within the same coalition in 2020, the state’s politics has remained a revolving door of alliances and rivalries. In 2015, the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) of RJD, JD(U) and Congress swept the polls, winning 178 out of 243 seats. The win was seen as a decisive rejection of the BJP’s campaign narrative,…

Universal Pictures With generation-defining hits like “Big” and George Lucas’ original “Star Wars” trilogy on their respective resumes, Tom Hanks and Carrie Fisher were among the biggest movie stars on the planet during the 1980s. Before the decade was up, the pair brought their star power and their razor-sharp comedic skills to a film called “The ‘Burbs,” a pitch-black comedy directed by “Gremlins” mastermind Joe Dante. Released in 1989, “The ‘Burbs” stars Hanks and Fisher as Ray and Carol Peterson, an ordinary couple raising their young son in the suburbs.…

MIAMI — The federal agent had a daring pitch for Nicolás Maduro’s chief pilot: All he had to do was surreptitiously divert the Venezuelan president’s plane to a place where U.S. authorities could nab the strongman.In exchange, the agent told the pilot in a clandestine meeting, the aviator would be made a very rich man. The conversation was tense, and the pilot left noncommittal, though he provided the agent, Edwin Lopez, with his cell number — a sign he might be interested in helping the U.S. government.Over the next 16 months, even after retiring from his government job in July,…

The film “Majestic-2”, produced under the Amma Enterprises banner by H. Anandappa of Chitradurga, is gearing up for release in November. The film features Bharath Kumar, son of senior producer Shilpa Srinivas, in the lead role. Senior actress Shruti plays the role of the protagonist’s mother. The film has completed shooting and post-production work, and the producers are preparing for a November release. The Censor Board recently reviewed the film and awarded it a U/A certificate. Ramu has written the story and screenplay and has directed the film. Bharath Kumar and Sanhita Vinya appear as the male and female leads.…

The film “KITE Brothers”, produced under the Bajarang Cinema banner by Manjunath B.S, Rajnikanth Rao and Manjunath Bagade, and directed by Viren Sagar Bagade, is set for release on November 14. The film team shared details at a press conference. Director Viren Sagar Bagade stated that although “KITE Brothers” is a children’s film, it carries a message relevant for all age groups. He said that society should not wait for the government to repair old government schools. When students who studied there become capable individuals in life, they should support their teachers and take responsibility to improve the school for…

In the hills of Provence, far from the political swirl of Paris or Brussels, something quietly monumental is taking shape. Behind layers of reinforced concrete and dense security, a multinational team of engineers is assembling a device that could change the global energy equation. It’s called ITER, short for International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor—and it is, by every measure, one of the most complex machines humanity has ever tried to build. Supported by 35 countries, including the United States, China, India, and members of the European Union, ITER represents a rare fusion—both literal and metaphorical—of science, diplomacy, and sheer industrial ambition.…

Kasaragod Chinna has been selected for the 21st Kalakar Puraskar, an award jointly instituted by Karval Family of Kundapura and Mandd Sobhann to honour individuals for their significant contribution to Konkani art and culture. The award ceremony will be held on November 2, 2025, at Kalangann, Shaktinagar at 6:00 PM. Mangaluru South MLA D. Vedavyas Kamath will present the award, which includes a cash prize of ₹50,000. Language expert Dr. Pratap Naik and Muscat-based entrepreneur and Konkani art promoter Stanley Fernandes (Dattu) will attend as guests of honour. Mandd Sobhann President Louis J. Pinto will preside over the programme. Srinivas…

Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Political strategist Prashant Kishor has entered Bihar’s political battlefield with renewed vigour, but a new controversy has overshadowed his campaign. His name has reportedly been found on voter lists in both Bihar and West Bengal, sparking debate and political unease. Beyond posters, rallies and speeches, voter list scrutiny has now become a potent electoral weapon. The central question is whether this is an administrative lapse or a deliberate act of fraud – and, if so, what punishment applies under law. Possessing Two Voter Cards Is a Punishable Offence In…

The film “Rakki” commenced with a muhurat ceremony held recently at Renukamba Theatre. The title of the film being the same as the hero’s name is a key highlight. The film is produced by Saligrama Suresh under the SNR Productions banner and directed by Venkat Bharadwaj. Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar gave the first clap for the opening scene, marking the formal launch of the project. After the muhurat, the film team addressed the media. Saligrama-origin Suresh, who has been residing in Germany for several years, is producing the film, with his son Rakki making his debut as the lead actor. Director…

Setting the tone for the high-stakes Bihar Assembly election, the opposition Grand Alliance has become the first political bloc to release its manifesto, unveiling a series of promises centred on employment and welfare. At the heart of the manifesto is a sweeping pledge to provide one government job to at least one member of every family within 20 days of coming to power, a commitment that formalises the key promise made by Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav during his campaign trail. The alliance, which includes the RJD, Congress, and Left parties, has also vowed to grant permanent government…