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4 min readFeb 23, 2026 12:25 PM IST First published on: Feb 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM IST Mukul Roy’s rise to power in Bengal’s politically charged environment was rather unconventional. He didn’t rely on impassioned speeches; instead, his influence was built brick by brick through meticulous record-keeping and constant communication. Looking at his career, after his untimely death, is essentially like examining the rise and eventual fall of a specific political strategy that has become deeply ingrained in Bengal’s current political scene. He was the ultimate strategist, a modern-day Chanakya, proving that in West Bengal, grassroots influence is as…

The scale of the suspected fraud is larger than the bank’s third-quarter net profit of Rs 503 crore. (AI image) IDFC First Bank fraud: A Rs 590 crore fraud, at IDFC First Bank’s Chandigarh branch, has led to a massive erosion in investor wealth of over Rs 14,000 crore. The fraud has come to light after entities linked to the Haryana state government reported mismatches between actual bank balances and the amounts reflected in account records. The result: On Monday, the shares of IDFC First Bank crashed by 20%, hitting lower circuit after it emerged that the alleged misappropriation is…

South Africa’s David Miller (ANI Photo) South Africa’s David Miller revealed that clarity of thought and disciplined execution were central to their plan against India’s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy during the Super 8 clash.The Proteas outclassed the defending champions by 76 runs on Sunday, piling up 187/7 before dismissing India for 111. Chakravarthy, widely viewed as India’s potential game-changer, endured a difficult outing on a surface that offered little turn. He conceded 47 runs in his four overs, with Miller smashing 63 off 35 balls and Dewald Brevis contributing 45 off 29 as the pair launched a calculated assault. Why…

Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ returns with Ranveer Singh as Hamza, seeking vengeance after Rehman Dakait’s death. A Letterboxd listing reveals Emraan Hashmi among the cast, sparking rumours he’s the mysterious ‘Bade Sahab’. The Dhurandhar sequel releases March 19, clashing with Yash’s ‘Toxic’ at the box office. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, directed by Aditya Dhar, is among the most-awaited Indian films of 2026. The first part of ‘Dhurandhar’ became a huge success and quickly turned into a cultural trend. The biggest mystery surrounds a villain known as ‘Bade Sahab.’ While some fans think the name hints at Dawood Ibrahim or Maulana…

4 min readFeb 23, 2026 12:04 PM IST First published on: Feb 23, 2026 at 12:04 PM IST The surrender of Thippiri Tirupathi alias Devuji, the general secretary of CPI (Maoists), along with another leader, Malla Raji Reddy, in Telangana, marks the end of the Maoist movement in India. The launch of a massive operation codenamed KGH-2 by over 2000 personnel, including Cobra and the Central Reserve Police Force, to apprehend top leaders may have prompted the surrender of these top leaders. The movement is now left rudderless. Last year November, Devuji’s brother Gangadhar and Mallaraji Reddy’s daughter Snehlata had…

NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin triggered a political uproar after he said that the DMK “neither fears the Prime Minister nor his father.”While addressing a DMK Youth Wing event in Coimbatore, Udhayanidhi said, “Whenever Modi appears on television, people get frightened about what he is going to announce. Demonetisation and the Corona (lockdown) announcements by Modi made people fearful. But if Stalin appears on TV, people are happy about the new announcement schemes. We’ll never leave our rights for the welfare of Tamil Nadu. We’ll not fear PM Modi, not even if the father of PM…

Pan-Indian star Rashmika Mandanna’s serene Kodagu abode, valued at Rs 8 crore, offers a tranquil retreat amidst lush greenery. This modern single-storey mansion boasts a charming courtyard, a spacious veranda with a swing, and elegant interiors featuring wooden fittings and ample natural light. The actress also reportedly owns properties in other major cities. Rashmika Mandanna, coming from a humble background, has become one of the most sought-after pan-Indian actresses in the country. She has worked with stars including Allu Arjun, Ranbir Kapoor, Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Thalapathy Vijay and more. With many successful films to her credit, she has also…

Zimbabwe’s Ryan Burl celebrates the wicket of Australia’s Glenn Maxwell in Colombo. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Who will make it to the Super 8s of the 2026 T20 World Cup? Most expected names — India, Australia, England, Pakistan, West Indies, South Africa, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka — dominated the predictions. Even the USA was mentioned. Other teams, including Zimbabwe, were largely tagged as “underdogs.”Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!But Zimbabwe have shattered that perception. With majestic performances, they earned their place in the Super 8s, defeating Oman, Australia, and Sri Lanka along the way and…

UPSC CSE application window 2026 UPSC CSE application 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the registrations for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFS) examination on the official portal, upsc.gov.in at 6:00 PM. The notification for both examinations was released on February 4, 2026, and the online application process began the same day at upsconline.nic.in. With the deadline now hours away, candidates have been advised to complete the process well before the cut-off time to avoid last-minute technical glitches.’According to the official notification, the Civil Services Examination 2026 aims to fill 933…

Indian cinema legend Dharmendra was honored in the BAFTA Awards 2026 Memoriam, a poignant tribute to his illustrious career. He was the sole Indian actor featured alongside Hollywood greats. The article also highlights Manipur’s film ‘Boong’ winning Best Children’s and Family Film, marking a significant moment for Indian cinema at the prestigious awards. Read on to know more in detail. The legendary actor of Indian cinema, Dharmendra, appeared in the Memoriam section of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards 2026. The screen icon was featured alongside Hollywood stars like Val Kilmer and Robert Duvall.Dharmendra features in…