According to trade analyst Sumit Kadel, Kartik waived R15 crore from his fees, a move described as “responsible and rare”. Insiders also dismissed the speculation of a fallout with Dharma Productions

An accidental explosion at Srinagar’s Nowgam police station killed personnel while sampling 360 kg of explosives recovered from a blast accused. LG Manoj Sinha ordered a probe as leaders, including Omar Abdullah and Mallikarjun Kharge, expressed grief and urged stronger security measures