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TVK dismisses alliance rumours with BJP ahead of polls, blames DMK for ‘false narrative’| India News

TVK dismisses alliance rumours with BJP ahead of polls, blames DMK for ‘false narrative’| India News

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The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on Monday dismissed speculations around the party’s talks with AIADMK-BJP to forge an alliance for the upcoming Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu. It further alleged that the ruling DMK had spread a “false” narrative on the matter. AIADMK had earlier clarified that neither he or any of his allies had held talks with actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay. (PTI) “We would like to make it categorical that no talks of any kind have taken place with any specific parties or political leaders at any level,” CTR Nirmal Kumar, TVK deputy general secretary, said. He added that false news was being spread by some social media handles and media outlet eyeing political gain, PTI news agency reported. The party stated that in particular, claims regarding talks of an alliance between the TVK and BJP-AIADMK, and parties led by leaders VK Sasikala and S Ramadoss, are not true. ‘Baseless news’ spread to create confusion: TVK spokesperson Kumar, who is also the principal spokesperson for TVK, said the “tactic of spreading false news” had …

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Rejects ‘Filling Irrfan Khan’s Vacuum’ Narrative: ‘I Didn’t Come To Fill Anyone’s…’ | Bollywood News

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Rejects ‘Filling Irrfan Khan’s Vacuum’ Narrative: ‘I Didn’t Come To Fill Anyone’s…’ | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:March 16, 2026, 15:06 IST Nawazuddin Siddiqui reacts to being called Irrfan Khan’s successor and says he isn’t here to fill any actor’s vacuum, calling his journey in cinema personal. Nawazuddin Siddiqui addresses comparisons with late actor Irrfan Khan, saying his journey in cinema is personal and he is not here to fill anyone’s vacuum. Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has built a formidable reputation over the past decade as one of the most compelling performers in contemporary Indian cinema. Known for his nuanced performances across films and streaming platforms, he is often associated with the rise of Indian parallel and character-driven storytelling. Following the untimely demise of Irrfan Khan in 2020, many fans and critics have even described Nawazuddin as the actor who has stepped into the void left behind by the celebrated performer. However, Nawazuddin recently made it clear that he does not view his journey in that light. Nawazuddin Siddiqui on comparisons with Irrfan Khan During a conversation at the NDTV Creators’ Manch Season 2, Nawazuddin reflected on his career and addressed the …

In Konkona Sen Sharma’s Accused, MeToo becomes a narrative prop to pardon its terrible central character of any real consequence | Bollywood News

In Konkona Sen Sharma’s Accused, MeToo becomes a narrative prop to pardon its terrible central character of any real consequence | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiMar 5, 2026 08:05 AM IST Few films escape the gravity of their logline. Fewer still are crushed beneath it. And then there are those rare ones that live and die within it, never venturing beyond the horizon it sets. Accused, Netflix’s latest, backed by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment and directed by Anubhuti Kashyap, reaches for the first. A story that might unfold into something larger, something alive. Yet, as the narrative drifts, it breathes in compromise, flirting with the second. And by the end, one recognizes the inevitability of the third. Its logline, taut and compelling, could scarcely be more arresting: a celebrated queer doctor in London is accused of sexual misconduct, and the shadow it casts soon stretches over both her personal and professional life. This premise holds within it a universe of possibilities: a probing character study, a MeToo reckoning, a complex relationship drama, even the suspense of a whodunit.  Accused yearns for all of these worlds, and in its yearning, it settles for none. There is no sin in …

Netflix CEO calls reports of US govt investigation inaccurate, complains of ‘growing narrative of political resistance’

Netflix CEO calls reports of US govt investigation inaccurate, complains of ‘growing narrative of political resistance’

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There have been reports of the United States Department of Justice conducting a ‘broad review’ of streaming giant Netflix’s business practices amid its recent bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery. However, the streamer’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos has said in a new interview that the investigation is done and they are ‘in the clear’. Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos addressed the US Justice Department probe into the streamer. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos clarifies Justice Department probe In an interview with Bloomberg News, Ted Sarandos spoke about the ongoing DoJ inquiry and said that much of what was reported earlier was ‘inaccurate’. The Netflix executive said, “This was completely normal. This story has been fed out to everybody, but it’s just not accurate. We were not only involved with the DOJ, we were involved with 50 regulatory bodies around the world. These things have been going exactly the way they should.” Sarandos added that President Donald Trump remained neutral on the deal and that the Department of Justice followed its usual procedure. …

Suniel Shetty says there is a narrative set against Bollywood that it involves drugs and #MeToo: ‘Aisa nahi he’

Suniel Shetty says there is a narrative set against Bollywood that it involves drugs and #MeToo: ‘Aisa nahi he’

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Actor Suniel Shetty wants viewers to understand that Bollywood is also home to good people who care about quality work. It is not filled with negativity, as is so often perceived to be. Speaking at the ABP News’ Ideas of India 2026 summit, the actor shared that the Hindi film industry has a lot to offer, but since the people associated with it are in the limelight, several negative things are circulated. (Also read: ₹500 crore at the box office”>Suniel Shetty refuses to watch son Ahan Shetty’s Border 2 until it earns ₹500 crore at the box office) Suniel Shetty shared his thoughts on the negativity that is associated with Bollywood. What Suniel said During the chat, Suniel was asked about the film industry, and he said, “Kyuki actor, singer, sportsman, entertainer ho… woh hamesha public ke aankho mein rehta he aur bohot saare comments uske upar hote he, negative as well as positive, islliye woh mushkil hota he. Achche log he… I don’t think ki Bollywood mein achche log nahi he. The thing is …

Global Watch | PM Modi’s Strategic Israel Visit And The Politics Of Narrative Warfare | India News

Global Watch | PM Modi’s Strategic Israel Visit And The Politics Of Narrative Warfare | India News

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Last Updated:February 27, 2026, 16:54 IST By strengthening ties with Israel while backing a two-state solution for Palestine, India shows an ability to balance strategic partnerships with historic principles of diplomacy PM Narendra Modi with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu during a meeting, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on February 25, 2026. (Image: MEA/PTI) Al Jazeera, a Qatar-backed influential media platform known for peddling Islamist propaganda, has carried out another hit job with its biased reporting aimed at discrediting India’s diplomatic engagement during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic visit to Israel. Its coverage is full of factual inaccuracies, misleading claims, and attempts to misrepresent India’s policies on Kashmir, Palestine, and international relations. In the run-up to Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Israel, Al Jazeera published an article titled “Kashmir, spying, demolitions: How Modi’s India embraced ‘Israel model’”. The timing and content of this piece make it clear that the article was designed to discredit India’s diplomatic engagement and cast the visit in a negative light. The article was published on 24 February 2026, just one day …

Daily Briefing: AI for all — India’s pitch at Impact Summit in line with G20 narrative | Live News

Daily Briefing: AI for all — India’s pitch at Impact Summit in line with G20 narrative | Live News

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A night of Varun’s bowling mastery: The night India served a 17-run defeat to Netherlands, the deception and trickery of India’s bowlers remained unfathomable for their European opponents – unused to facing bowlers of this mettle. Even though the batsman in Orange second-guessed Varun Chakravathy’s googly and averted it, pluck wasn’t set for victory against a team skilled at shaping their own destinies. While openers Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd repelled Jasprit Bumrah and Co for five overs, their resistance was short-lived. Sandip G writes: “O’Dowd wouldn’t survive Varun’s mastery. The vicious drop undid him. He tossed the ball a bit and lured the batter into an agricultural heave. He missed it, turned back and saw the stumps distorted.” With that, let’s move on to the top stories from today’s edition: India AI Impact Summit 34 encounters in 3 months in Punjab The Great Nicobar Project 🚨 Big Story As part of its key deliverables following the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Delhi is likely to push for more “democratised” use of AI, with focus …

Narrative on rift in KC(M) fake, Minister didn’t violate discipline with Pala remarks: Jose K. Mani

Narrative on rift in KC(M) fake, Minister didn’t violate discipline with Pala remarks: Jose K. Mani

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Kerala Congress (M) chairman Jose K. Mani on Saturday attempted to downplay the reports of a perceived rift between him and party leader and Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine, saying such media narratives were fake. Mr. Mani reiterated that there was nothing wrong in Mr. Augustine’s remarks over his candidature in Pala Assembly constituency in the upcoming elections. Speaking to the media here on the final day of the central Kerala leg of the Left Democratic Front’s (LDF) pre-election Vikasana Munnetta Jatha, Mr. Mani said that there was no violation of party discipline in Mr. Augustine’s statement that the party chairman will contest from Pala. “Mr. Augustine only said that the party will decide, not that the party has decided. Everybody has the freedom to voice their opinion. His intention was good,” Mr. Mani said, adding, on a lighter note, that he liked the comment too. He said he shared a brotherly bond with Mr. Augustine. “Kerala Congress (M) also wishes that I contest, but it’s upto the party to decide,” Mr. Mani said. He …

IIT alum at Yale counters NRI ‘hard life’ narrative, lists ‘massive life upgrades’ after moving to US

IIT alum at Yale counters NRI ‘hard life’ narrative, lists ‘massive life upgrades’ after moving to US

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At a time when social media is filled with Indians talking about the struggles of living in the United States, from doing household chores without help to adjusting to the weather, one IIT Delhi alumnus has shared a very different experience. Aman Rai, who recently moved from Delhi to the US to pursue an MBA at Yale, says he does not regret his decision at all. Aman Rai recently moved from Delhi to the US to pursue an MBA at Yale. (Representational image/Gemini AI generated) In a LinkedIn post, Rai wrote that since moving 6 months ago, social media algorithms have repeatedly shown him content featuring Indians complaining about the “hard life” abroad. Wanting to present another perspective, he decided to highlight what he described as the “massive life upgrades” he has experienced. Among the biggest changes, Rai pointed to infrastructure and pedestrian safety. “There are sidewalks without random manholes. I couldn’t imagine running in the second half of the day without the fear of being hit by a vehicle in Bangalore. Last month, almost …

TDP Slams ‘False Narrative’ On Tirumala Laddu Issue, Backs CM Naidu’s Statement | India News

TDP Slams ‘False Narrative’ On Tirumala Laddu Issue, Backs CM Naidu’s Statement | India News

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Last Updated:January 31, 2026, 12:39 IST The party pointed out that the CBI has recorded instances of systemic corruption, manipulation in procurement procedures and deliberate dilution of quality checks. Image used for representation The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) on Friday strongly condemned what it described as a “false narrative” being spread around the Tirumala laddu issue and unequivocally stood by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s September 2024 statement on the presence of animal fat in laddu ghee, asserting that it was based entirely on facts and official records. In a statement, the TDP said the Chief Minister’s remarks were not political commentary but a fact-based disclosure grounded in a July 2024 test report by the National Dairy Development Board’s CALF laboratory. The party noted that NDDB is a statutory institution established under an Act of Parliament and that its CALF laboratory is NABL-accredited under ISO/IEC 17025, which it described as the gold standard for forensic and food testing credibility in India. According to the party, the report clearly confirmed the presence of animal fat and vegetable …