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Dana White’s ambitious plan to revolutionize boxing through his new TKO League with Turki Alalshikh is already under fire. Veteran promoter Eddie Hearn has dismissed White’s UFC-style approach, insisting boxing is too complex to control. With bold words and strong resistance, Hearn warns that boxing’s elite promoters won’t step aside easily for a new player in the ring.

The sports ministry has taken decisive action against the boxing Federation of India (BFI) due to repeated election delays, withholding funds previously allocated for national camps and domestic championships. Instead, the ministry is directly funding the training of boxers at NIS Patiala, ensuring their needs are met amidst the BFI's internal conflicts.

Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2,' a sequel to the 2018 film, has earned over Rs. 90 crore in its first week. The film, directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, features Vaani Kapoor and Riteish Deshmukh alongside Devgn. The movie portrays Amay Patnaik's investigation into tax fraud, facing off against a corrupt officer played by Deshmukh, though box office numbers dipped mid-week.

Despite mixed reviews, Suriya's 'Retro', directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has earned ₹48.90 crore in six days. The film opened strongly, driven by Tamil Nadu audiences, but experienced a collection dip after the first day. However, Suriya's performance and stylish direction continue to attract viewers, with the Tamil version dominating box office numbers.

Suriya's 'Retro', directed by Karthik Subbaraj, opened strong, earning approximately Rs 19.25 crore in India on day one, with the Tamil version leading at Rs 17.25 crore. Despite a dip on day two to Rs 7.85 crore, the film's total reached Rs 27.10 crore. Occupancy rates indicate sustained interest, particularly during evening shows.

Mohanlal's survival drama 'Thudarum', directed by Tharun Moorthy, has achieved massive success, grossing over Rs 160 crore worldwide in just 11 days. The film's strong performance is driven by positive reception from both domestic and overseas audiences, with the Malayalam version contributing significantly to its earnings. Despite mixed reviews, Mohanlal's performance and the film's intense storytelling have resonated with viewers.

In North America, Telugu film 'HIT 3,' starring Nani, has outperformed Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' at the box office this weekend. 'HIT 3' grossed $1.8 million in three days, while 'Raid 2' managed only $470,000. This highlights the growing popularity of Telugu cinema in the region, contrasting with Hindi films' traditional dominance.

Devout regulars attending Athens's main Roman Catholic church that honours a first-century saint have discovered a 21st- their donation box is now hooked up to a digital payments system. "The first church donation box with POS: Tourists requested it, the Church made it happen", said an article on the protothema.gr news website.

Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' is making waves at the box office, securing a strong opening weekend and continuing its momentum into the weekdays. The crime drama, featuring Riteish Deshmukh and Vaani Kapoor, earned Rs. 7.75 crore on its first Monday, nearing the Rs. 100 crore milestone globally. The film has surpassed other releases in ticket sales and footfalls.

Suriya's 'Retro', directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has made a strong box office debut, earning Rs 19.25 crore nett across India on its first day. The Tamil version led with Rs 17.25 crore, showcasing high occupancy in Tamil Nadu, particularly in cities like Chennai and Coimbatore. Initial reactions to the film are mixed, leaving uncertainty about its sustained performance in the coming days.

Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' performs well at the box office. The film surpasses its competition in India. 'Kesari 2' earns close to Rs 70 crore in its second week. On its eleventh day, the movie makes Rs 3 crore. 'Kesari 2' outperforms 'Jaat' and 'Ground Zero' on Monday.

Akshay Kumar's 'Kesari Chapter 2', also starring R Madhavan and Ananya Panday, is holding steady at the box office, despite new releases like 'Ground Zero' and 'Raid 2'. The film has grossed ₹72.80 crore domestically after 13 days, surpassing 'Jaat' and 'Ground Zero' collections. 'Raid 2', starring Ajay Devgn, is expected to pose a significant challenge with strong advance bookings.

Released on April 10, 2025, Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' underperformed compared to 'Gadar 2,' struggling to maintain momentum despite a decent opening. The film's box office earnings have declined, particularly during weekdays, with a total collection of ₹87.04 crores after 22 days. Facing stiff competition from new releases like 'Raid 2' and South Indian films, 'Jaat' is finding it difficult to reach the ₹100 crore mark.

A high-profile clash erupted at the Chinnaswamy Stadium's Diamond Box during the RCB-CSK match, involving the families of a senior IPS officer and an income tax commissioner. The dispute over seating escalated into accusations of intimidation and sexual harassment, leading to a police complaint. The incident has raised questions about conduct in VIP areas and police intervention.

'Ground Zero,' directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar and starring Emraan Hashmi, faced a sharp drop in box office collections on its seventh day, earning approximately Rs. 0.07 crore. The film, based on the 2003 counter-terrorism operation, had a decent opening but struggled against new releases and competition, with its total collection now standing at Rs. 7.33 crore.

Marvel's "Thunderbolts" debuted at No. 1 with $76 million domestically, a solid start but not a blockbuster. Despite strong reviews and positive audience reception, it faces competition from "Sinners" and "A Minecraft Movie." The film's performance is seen as a potential reset for Marvel, with hopes that good word-of-mouth will sustain its success in the coming weeks.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district have successfully dismantled a terrorist hideout in the Surankote area, recovering a cache of IEDs concealed in tiffin boxes and steel buckets. The operation, conducted by a joint team, also led to the seizure of wireless communication equipment and other materials. This discovery has thwarted potential terrorist attacks in the region, prompting ongoing search operations.

Sunny Deol's 'Jaat,' also starring Randeep Hooda, continues its strong performance at the box office, nearing Rs 90 crore after 18 days. Despite competition from Akshay Kumar's 'Kesar 2' and Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Ground Zero,’ 'Jaat' saw a rise in collections over the weekend, with Sunday marking its highest earning day in the third week.

Nani's action thriller HIT: The Third Case continued its box office success, earning approximately Rs 31 crore in two days across all languages. The Telugu version dominated collections, with strong audience turnout, especially in Telugu-speaking regions. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu, the film follows SP Arjun Sarkaar's investigation into brutal murders, receiving praise for its dark tone and Nani's performance.

Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' is performing strongly at the box office, earning ₹19.25 crore on its opening day, May 1st. Fueled by the Maharashtra Day holiday, the film has maintained a steady pace, nearing the lifetime collection of its predecessor, 'Raid' (2018). With a current total of ₹81.