New Delhi: India on Monday for the first time saw a turboprop aircraft of a non-operational airline being converted into a seaplane by installing floats and conducting a test flight. The aircraft, a de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, conducted a test (maintenance) flight to and from the Ganga Barrage at Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Once approved, the aircraft, which now belongs to Avani Singh-led Skyhop Aviation, will operate in Andaman and Nicobar after the airline gets a license from the DGCA.The aircraft belonged to the former Fly Big airline, which had stopped flying some time ago. After emphasizing on seaplane service in this budget, Union Aviation Secretary Sameer Sinha asked the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to certify the conversion of this aircraft into a seaplane by getting it floated. Accordingly, after the aircraft was modified in India and floated here, the DGCA issued a Certificate of Airworthiness to the aircraft, and approved its operating procedure.The aircraft had its first test flight in Uttarakhand on Monday – not over the Tehri Dam as originally planned but from the Ganga Barrage. If everything goes according to plan, it will soon take off in Andaman. The government is keen to launch seaplane services on a large scale in India.This is the first time that an aircraft converted/modified as a seaplane has flown in the skies in India. In the past, seaplanes would come to India as seaplanes and then fly here with a mixed record of continuing operations on a sustained basis.In this Budget, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had said: “To enhance last mile and remote connectivity and to promote tourism, I propose to incentivize indigenous manufacturing of seaplanes. A Seaplane Viability Gap Financing Scheme will also be launched to provide support for operations. The recently revised UDAN scheme also plans to provide more seaplane services.SpiceJet promoter Ajay Singh’s daughter Avni Singh’s Skyhop Aviation may be one of the first companies to restart seaplane services in the country. It plans to use three of the four de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft from predecessor Fly Big airline. De Havilland has floats for these amphibious aircraft so they can take off and land on water. The remaining two are expected to be floated within two months.SpiceJet had briefly started seaplane services in Gujarat a few years ago, but could not sustain it. This time, officials hope things will be different with a renewed government focus on the service.

BTER released Engineering Diploma Result 2026, revaluation dates announced

BTER Diploma Engineering Result 2026: The Board of Technical Education Rajasthan (BTER) has declared the engineering diploma results for multiple semesters conducted under the November 2025 academic session. The results released on April 6, 2026, include the first semester results announced earlier under the old scheme as well as the third semester exam results.The examinations were conducted in January 2026 for engineering diploma students of first, third and fifth semester for the 2025-26 academic session, as well as special examination of sixth semester under the May 2025 session of the 2024-25 academic scheme.3rd semester results declared with last date of revaluationAs per the official update, the engineering diploma 3rd semester exam results for November 2025 session have been made available. Candidates who appeared for the examination can check their result through the official web portal.The date set by the board for submission of revaluation forms is April 16, 2026. Students who want to get their answer sheets re-evaluated have to follow the prescribed procedure within that time period.• Direct Link to Check and Download BTER Diploma Engineering Result 2026First semester exam result made public firstBefore the above information, BTER had already released the Engineering Diploma 1st Sem Exam Result for November 2025 session through the previous system. This happened on April 2, 2026.As far as the first semester examinations are concerned, the last date for submission of forms for revaluation has been fixed as April 12, 2026. Those who want to get their papers re-checked or re-evaluated have to follow the deadline set by the board.Exam Pattern and Session CheckedMultiple educational systems and semesters are covered during the examination process. The first, third and fifth semester examinations were conducted for students registered in the academic year 2025-26, while the sixth semester special examination was conducted for the May 2025 session, which was for the academic year 2024-25.These tests are conducted annually by the board as part of the Diploma Engineering courses offered in various colleges of Rajasthan.Disclaimer issued by the boardA disclaimer has been issued by BTER along with the results, in which they declare that every possible effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the data provided online. But if any error is made inadvertently then the record of the Board’s office will be given priority over other records.Students have been instructed to take necessary action if any mistake or error is found in their exam result.

The internationally acclaimed King’s Cup is officially coming to India, marking a major milestone in the global expansion of the tournament. Following its successful launch in Dubai, the King’s Cup is evolving into a leading charity-driven football event that brings together sport, entertainment and philanthropy. A unique blend of global symbols The King’s Cup in India promises to be a unique experience that will include a dynamic mix of international football players, legendary athletes, Bollywood and Hollywood stars, elite sports personalities and top global influencers. This mix of talent aims to create not just a football tournament, but a cultural and entertainment spectacle with worldwide appeal. truly a global tournament The King’s Cup is being launched in several key territories including Dubai, India and the United States, with the grand final featuring teams and events taking place in Malaysia. This international structure reinforces the tournament’s vision of uniting fans and players around the world under one cause. Strong support and strategic partnership The initiative is supported by a powerful network of sponsors and partners, including charitable organizations Al Jalila Foundation and Ruby Family Foundation. Additional support comes from leading institutions such as Red Rock Holdings and Ditven Group. Key celebrities supporting the event include Middleton Rose Bush and Pavel Castevan, further strengthening the global influence and credibility of the King’s Cup. team ownership structure The teams participating in the King’s Cup India edition will be owned and managed by a distinguished group of stakeholders, including:

This ownership model combined with international business expertise ensures strong regional representation. A mission driven by purpose At its core, the King’s Cup is more than just football – it’s a platform to make an impact. In partnership with the Ruby Family Foundation and the Ruby Family Office, the initiative is committed to driving meaningful change through charity matches, community engagement and global collaboration.

PM Modi speaking during a public event in Barpeta, Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Congress during election rallies in Assam, accusing the opposition party of associating itself with the Pakistan narrative, indulging in corruption and failing to fulfill development promises.Addressing a rally in Barpeta district, PM Modi said while his government launched “Operation Sindoor” on terror camps in Pakistan, the Congress continued to “sing in the tune” of the neighboring country.He further alleged that the Congress had reiterated Pakistan’s stand during the 2016 surgical strikes and the 2025 “Operation Sindoor”.He said, “This Pakistan connection always has a heavy share on the country (‘always has a heavy share on the country’), and we can never allow this.”The Prime Minister also accused the Congress of adopting a short-term approach to governance.PM Modi said, “The party has always taken short-term steps so that they can indulge in corruption. But the BJP looks far ahead in taking decisions for the all-round development of all sections of the society.”He criticized the opposition for not implementing the One Rank, One Pension (OROP) scheme for decades. “We have so far distributed Rs 1.24 lakh crore in the bank accounts of ex-army personnel,” he said.PM Modi also targeted the Congress leadership, accusing it of corruption and dynasty politics. “The first family of the Congress is the most corrupt in the country, involved in large-scale scams and currently out on bail,” he said.Taking a dig at Rahul Gandhi’s “mohabbat ki dukaan” comment, the PM said Congress represents “mithya ki dukaan” (shop of lies) and “apmaan” (insult).He also raised questions on the governance record of the Congress in the states where it is in power, adding, “Development has happened due to peace and stability in the state under the BJP rule and for that to continue, it is necessary to keep the Congress out (from power).”The Prime Minister further said that the minimum support price of paddy has increased from Rs 1,300 per quintal in 2013 to Rs 2,370 currently, and highlighted the direct benefit transfer to farmers.He also informed that ‘Joha’ rice of Assam is now being exported to European countries.Meanwhile, at another rally in Hojai, the Prime Minister focused on global growth and the impact of fuel prices, and cautioned voters against Congress.The Prime Minister said, “Despite such a big global crisis, the prices of petrol and diesel were not allowed to increase in the country. But in Himachal, the Congress government increased the prices of petrol and diesel. This means that before the elections, this royal family talks about giving relief to the people, but after the elections, they put the people in trouble. Therefore, every family of Assam will have to be very careful of them.”Referring to the situation in West Asia, he said that the government is working to protect the citizens from its influence.He said, “There are problems all over the world due to the Middle East crisis. But even during this global crisis, the BJP government is working in the interest of the citizens. Our priority has been that the burden of the global crisis does not fall on the poor, middle class and farmers and this remains our priority even today.”PM Modi also raised the issue of infiltration and linked it to identity and security. “The problem of infiltration is linked to livelihood, identity and security. BJP-NDA is trying to save Assam from population imbalance. Every vote given to BJP will help in keeping out infiltrators and protecting the identity of Assam,” he said.Voting for all 126 assembly seats in Assam will be held in a single phase on April 9 and counting of votes will take place on May 4.

Imagine you are one of the iconic heroes of a famous franchise like ‘Star Wars’ and your own child is not that excited about it! mark hamillHe got this taste from his own son.Hamill has spent decades at the center of ‘Star Wars.’ After all, he is Luke Skywalker, the face of a saga that has shaped pop culture for generations. You would think that the magic of Star Wars would be a family tradition in their house. But life is rarely so orderly. Turns out, his son isn’t that much “interested” in his father’s great work on screen.

Mark Hamill’s revelation: What did he say?

According to USA Today, in a recent interview, Mark Hamill opened up about sharing his world of ‘Star Wars’ with his children. Hamill revealed that his eldest son, Nathan, grew up here. Hamill brought him to the set during “Return of the Jedi,” let him sit in Yoda’s hut, and even had him sit on the Emperor’s throne. According to Hamill, “He was totally into it.” Hamill continued, “He could sit in Yoda’s house because he was younger. It was completely proportional. He sat on the emperor’s throne. He was in the pet store and they were letting him play with things. When I did ‘The Muppet Show,’ it was the same thing. I thought, ‘What an amazing experience that was for him.’ … I was almost jealous of all these experiences he had.”However, his younger son Griffin, born in 1983, saw things differently. In fact, Hamill laughed about it, saying: “My other son, Griffin, is more analytical and serious, and he says: ‘You know, the Star Wars movies are not for me. They’re too commercial for my liking,'” Hamill shared.It wasn’t harsh – just an honest confession from someone of a different generation.However, Hamill revealed that his daughter likes the movies, unlike his younger son, saying, “My daughter loves them. Kids are just different!”For Hamill, this moment was definitely a little painful. But it’s also a reminder: As much as ‘Star Wars’ seems like a permanent fixture, tastes change, especially across generations. Generations change. What surprised audiences in 1977 isn’t always the same for kids growing up today, surrounded by endless choices and fascinating influences. Even at Luke Skywalker’s house, you don’t get a guaranteed ticket for fans.

More on Mark Hamill and ‘Star Wars’

For those unaware, Hamill has a deep connection to ‘Star Wars’. Hamill rose to fame as an idealistic farm boy who becomes a Jedi Knight. That role changed his life, but Hamill’s career continued to grow. He built a reputation on Broadway, became a legend in voice acting (his Joker is iconic), and popped up in everything from “The Big Red One” to “The Fall of the House of Usher.” But Luke Skywalker always remains the original.The truth is, ‘Star Wars’ has always been about change. george lucas Started something massive, and it’s just growing: movies, TV, comics, games. This is a cultural chariot. But this means that the audience also keeps changing. What seemed revolutionary decades ago is just one story among thousands for a new audience.These days, Hamill is still playing in the ‘Star Wars’ sandbox. He voiced the animated Luke in ‘Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy,’ and now he’s teaming up with Lego to launch a new series of sets that use interactive Smart Play technology. The bricks glow, make noises and react as you build, which is a far cry from the simple toys of the 80s and a testament to the developments that have happened over the years.

Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ officially registered its name as the second Hindi film to cross the Rs 1,000 crore earning mark in India. Starring Ranveer Singh, the espionage thriller has earned Rs 1,014.97 crore domestically and Rs 1,605.74 crore globally, and has outperformed blockbusters like ‘Jawaan’ and ‘KGF 2’. Despite the IPL 2026 season, the film has maintained record-breaking occupancy in theatres. Now the third highest-grossing Indian film globally, the espionage saga is touching the Rs 1,700 crore mark worldwide as it dominates the box office in its third week.

Aditya DharThe espionage thriller, ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ entered its 19th day of theatrical run on Monday, April 6, 2026. Overall in India the total amount is Rs. With an unprecedented collection of Rs 1,013.77 crore after eighteen days. 28.75 crore, an increase of 12.1 percent over the previous day. 25.65 crores, Ranveer Singh Starr has officially crossed Rs. 1,000 crore Bharat nett milestone, becoming the second Indian film in history to achieve this feat in domestic nett collections alone after Allu Arjun’s ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, and the first Hindi film to do so. Worldwide earnings increased to Rs. 1,605.74 crore, India’s gross is Rs. 1,213.74 crore and foreign earnings of Rs. With earnings of Rs 392 crore, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ has become the third highest-grossing Indian film of all time globally. Notably, the film has been unaffected by the 84-match IPL 2026 season, and has maintained evening engagement despite major cricket clashes.dhurandhar 2 review

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ first week and second week estimates

Taking advantage of the Gudi Padwa and Eid holidays, the film broke opening records worldwide. The pace of Dhurandhar 2 has consistently left behind the big blockbusters like Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawaan’ and Yash’s ‘KGF Chapter 2’. The film took a record-breaking opening of Rs 674.17 crore and set the stage for its global dominance. Despite dealing with the initial rush, it showed remarkable staying power by adding Rs 263.65 crore in the second week.A significant moment came on the 11th day, Sunday, March 29, when the film grossed Rs 68.10 crore. This surge allowed the sequel to surpass the lifetime collection of the original 2025 ‘Dhurandhar’ of Rs 840.20 crore in just 11 days, a feat it took the first film more than three months to achieve.On the global front, the film collected Rs 7 crore from overseas markets, taking the global total to Rs 1,605.74 crore.

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ Day 19 Live Tracking

On Day 19, ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ continued its historic run with 4,648 shows across the country. Live tracking shows that the film has already earned Rupee. 1.20 crore Today, bringing its total Indian net collection to a massive level Rupee. 1,014.97 crore. with total domestic gross Rupee. 1,215.16 croresThe Ranveer Singh starrer continues to be a powerhouse at the box office as the final figures for the day are still being calculated.

Day and week wise collections for ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’

Week 1 collection: Rs. 674.17 croresWeek 2 Collection: Rs. 263.65 croresDay 16: Rs. 21.55 croresDay 17: Rs. 25.65 croresDay 18: Rs. 28.75 croresDay 19: Rs. 1.20 crore

Total: Rs. 963.03 crores

Language wise distribution of ‘Dhurandhar 2’ day 19

For the 19th day, the film’s earnings were mainly driven by the Hindi version, making Rs. 1.16 crores. Contributions from regional markets added to the total, with the Telugu and Tamil versions earning Rs. 0.01 crore and Rs. 0.03 crore respectively.

More about ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’

‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’ follows the high-risk journey of Jaskirat Singh Rangi, a man driven by personal tragedy who is recruited by RAW. After a drastic transformation, he is revealed to be Hamza Ali Mazari, India’s deadliest spy hiding in Karachi. The story also includes real-world events like 2016 demonetisation and renaming of Pathankot station. Ranveer Singh played the dual identity of Jaskirat Singh/Hamza Ali Mazari in an almost 4-hour career-defining performance. Sanjay Dutt While the portrayal of the formidable SSP Chaudhary Aslam is Arjun Rampal Features the cold, calculating ISI mastermind Major Iqbal. Rakesh Bedi He plays Jamil Jamali, an Indian mole in the Pakistani political system, a character inspired by real-life Pakistani politician Nabeel Gabol. Sara Arjun plays a key role in the emotional core of the film while Yami Gautam appears in an important and surprising cameo. The breakout star of ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is Udaybir Sandhu, who plays Pinda, who has become a global sensation overnight. His haunting line, “Ghar di yaad nahi aayi tujhe, Jassi?” (Don’t you miss home, Jassi?), has become the most viral dialogue from the film, trending on social media platforms for several weeks. With a runtime of 229 minutes, it is one of the longest mainstream Indian action films, yet it has maintained record-breaking theater occupancy even during the IPL 2026 season.Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from a variety of public and industry sources. Unless explicitly noted, all figures are approximate, representing a fair representation of the film’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.

Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer and Finn Allen (Agency Image)

Kolkata Knight Riders, who have lost both their opening matches of IPL 2026, are under pressure in an important match against Punjab Kings. In contrast, PBKS arrive with momentum after two wins, which will make for an interesting encounter at the Eden Gardens. Here are five players who could decide the outcome: 1. Ajinkya Rahane All eyes will be on the KKR captain, who has faced heavy criticism after consecutive defeats. Rahane showed his intentions by playing a explosive inning of 67 runs in 40 balls in the opening game against Mumbai Indians, but he could not continue that form in the next match and could only score 8 runs in 10 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad. With pressure mounting, this game gives them another chance to silence their critics and lead from the front. 2. finn allen Allen has provided explosive starts despite not converting them into big scores yet. He scored 37 runs in 17 balls in the opening match and then played a stormy innings of 28 runs in just 7 balls in the next game. If he succeeds in the powerplay, Allen has the ability to dismantle any bowling attack, making him a significant threat at the top. 3. Yuzvendra Chahal The fight between Chahal and Rahane could be decisive. Rahane often struggles against spin in the middle overs and Chahal has been dominant in this match, dismissing him four times and conceding just 46 runs from 45 balls. The leg spinner, who is also the IPL’s all-time leading wicket-taker, has been in good form at the start of the season and can control the pace once again. 4. Arshdeep Singh Arshdeep is yet to find his rhythm and has returned figures of 0/42 and 0/41 in his first two innings. However, his duel with Finn Allen could be crucial. If he can generate early swing with the new ball, he might be able to curb Allen’s aggression and give PBKS early success. 5. Shreyas Iyer Returning to face his former franchise, Iyer adds an emotional subplot to the contest. After leading KKR to the title in 2024, he has now been in strong form as the PBKS captain, scoring 50 off 29 in the last game. With confidence and added motivation, Iyer will once again be at the center of PBKS’ plans. With KKR struggling for balance and PBKS looking well organized in all departments, individual performances from these key players could eventually turn the contest towards a high-scoring encounter.

ipl 2026 schedule This week (6-12 April): After nine exciting matches last week, a trend is beginning to emerge as to which teams are on the move and which teams are still fighting for a place in the new season. 11 matches have been played so far in the new season of IPLAnd four teams have already made early marks in the race for the playoffs.Defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore, with two wins from two matches, Rajasthan RoyalsDelhi Capitals and last season’s finalists Punjab Kings are leading the early race for the playoff places. Meanwhile, three teams are still winless after nine days of action in IPL 2026.Go beyond limits with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Chennai Super Kings After suffering three consecutive defeats in as many matches this season, Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans have joined the five-time champions in the list of winning teams with two defeats each.With one win each, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have opened their accounts in the standings and will look to challenge the top four this week.There are some exciting contests lined up this week, with KKR hosting the in-form Punjab Kings on Monday as they look to end their slump at the Eden Gardens. High-flying Rajasthan Royals will welcome Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday, followed by Gujarat Titans visiting Delhi Capitals in search of their first win of the season on Wednesday.KKR will play their fourth game on Thursday, facing Lucknow Super Giants on home soil as they aim to face two in-form teams, Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore, before taking on Guwahati on Friday.The weekend doubleheader will see Punjab Kings take on Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings take on Delhi Capitals on Saturday, followed by Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on Sunday.There is a possibility of a lot of changes in the point table this week.

Complete IPL 2026 schedule this week (April 6-12): Matches, dates, timings, venues