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PM Narendra Modi evoked the Hindu goddess of wealth and said he was praying that Lakshmi be especially generous towards the poor and the middle classes Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hinted at the possibility of a generous Budget for the poor and middle classes. Evoking the Hindu goddess of wealth, Modi said he was praying…

Cylinder blasts: The blasts can be heard in the video which was shot from 2-3 km away from the spot. A series of blasts were heard after a massive fire broke out in a truck carrying gas cylinders at Bhopura Chowk on Delhi-Wazirabad Road in the Thana Teela Mod area of Ghaziabad district of Uttar Pradesh. The…

The decision came following the controversial appointment of Mamta Kulkarni, a former Bollywood actress with a checkered past, as Mahamandaleshwar. Rishi Ajay Das, the founder of Kinnar Akhada, has expelled both Mamta Kulkarni and Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Laxmi Narayan Tripathi from the Akhada. The decision comes in the wake of the controversial appointment of Mamta Kulkarni, a former…

The Congress general secretary said that while AAP leaders talked about Modi’s ‘Rajmahal’ and BJP leaders about Kejriwal’s ‘Sheesh Mahal’, none of them spoke about the real issues of the people. Launching a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday said there was no difference…

A police officer was suspended after a video went viral showing him allegedly mixing ash into the food served at a Bhandara (community feast) for devotees at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. “Soraon station in-charge Brijesh Tiwari has been suspended after a video went viral in which he was seen dumping soil in a…

The event was organised by the Union health ministry to highlight India’s progress in the fight against NTDs, with a special focus on Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) and Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL). New Delhi: India reaffirmed its commitment to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) by illuminating the iconic India Gate on Thursday in vibrant hues of purple and orange…

Amit Shah launched a book on Narendra Modi in Delhi and said India would be the world’s 3rd largest economy in the world by 2027. He said even Modi’s staunchest critics would note his achievements. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that India’s history will be divided into three phases which include before and after…

Several of Rakhi Sawant’s fans also reacted to Dodi Khan’s video and questioned him for hurting the Indian actress’ sentiments. Rakhi Sawant is heartbroken and upset since Pakistani actor-businessman, Dodi Khan, has refused to marry her. On Thursday night, Dodi Khan uploaded a video on his Instagram handle to clarify that he is not going to tie…

Two female officers from the Indian Navy touched a new milestone on Thursday as they crossed Point Nemo – the most remote location on Earth – aboard the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini. Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, passed through Point Nemo at 12:30 am IST on Thursday during the third leg…

The budget session of the Parliament today began with President Droupadi Murmu addressing the joint sitting of the two Houses. It was followed by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabling the Economic Survey. Here Are some Points On Budget Session: The Budget Session commenced with President Murmu addressing the joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. After President…

A tribunal of the Delhi High Court has confirmed the extension of a five-year ban imposed on pro-Khalistan separatist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) founded by US-based lawyer Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, citing a slew of subversive activities carried out by the outfit. The activities include threats to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, National…

The city’s air quality worsened to ‘very poor’ on Wednesday morning because of mist, smog and low wind speed, prompting CAQM to impose Grap-3 restrictions with immediate effect, reports Kushagra Dixit Grap-3 bans construction activities and plying of BS-3 diesel and BS-4 petrol cars across Delhi-NCR. The air quality index (AQI), on a scale of 0 to…

Archaeologists have found a 13-cm-long iron knife broken in three parts in the ongoing excavation site in Marungur in present day Cuddalore district days after chief minister MK Stalin announced with scientific proof that the Iron Age began from Tamil Nadu, minister Thangam Thennarasu said. “While iron arrowheads and nails were recovered previous excavations, the recent discovery…

Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad on Wednesday triggered a controversy after he allegedly called the Mahakumbh mela stampede a “minor incident”. At least 30 people died, while over 60 others were injured as millions of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, one of the most auspicious days of…

The Indian government has cleared a proposal to procure ammunition for Pinaka multi-launch rocket systems at a cost of Rs 10,200 crore, according to a report by PTI. Earlier on January 13, Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi had said that two Pinaka contracts, one for high explosive pre-fragmented ammunition and another for area denial munitions, are…

The city known for its biting cold conditions experienced a mild winter peak this season, with January’s lowest temperature at 4.8℃, well above the sub-2℃ lows seen in recent years Bright, sunny days are signalling the retreat of Delhi’s peak winter, which has passed with no cold wave or cold days this January. The city known for…

The NIA has submitted the names of the officers to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and also informed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) A team of four officers from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is set to travel to the United States on Thursday, January 30, to bring back 26/11 Mumbai attack convict Tahawwur Rana…

Authorities say that at least 30 people have died and a further 60 were injured in a crowd crush at the massive Kumbh Mela festival in India. The world’s biggest religious festival and humanity’s largest gathering, the event attracts millions of Hindu pilgrims to sacred riverbanks in India. What is Kumbh Mela? Kumbh Mela is a religious…

In a bizarre incident, the residents of Noida and Meerut were surprised to see mysterious posters with the words “Sorry Bubu” pasted on main roads and public places. No one knows who is apologising and to whom, and the spelling of “Babu” is also incorrect. There are many posters being put up from Noida to Meerut. However,…

A special MCOCA court on Wednesday issued open-ended warrants against gangsters Anmol Bishnoi, Shubham Lonkar and Yasin Akhtar, after observing that they played active roles in the murder of MLA Baba Siddique. The prosecution had on Tuesday approached the special MCOCA court seeking warrants against them as the trio have been untraceable. Siddique, 66, was killed on…

Noting the success of the Coldplay concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India has immense possibilities in the concert economy and urged the state governments and the private sector to invest in creating the necessary infrastructure and skills for hosting live events. Addressing the ‘Utkarsh Odisha, Make in Odisha Conclave’ in…

With only a few weeks left before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the official broadcasters have released a new promotional video featuring former India captain MS Dhoni. In the video, Dhoni is seen sitting in the ice tub and discussing how all matches of the Champions Trophy 2025 will be a do-or-die contest. The former Team India…

In a historic milestone, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday launched its 100th mission. The ISRO successfully launched GSLV-F15 carrying the NVS-02, an advanced navigation satellite, dron Sriharikota. It would aid in providing terrestrial, aerial and maritime navigation and precision agriculture, among others. It was the first launch under ISRO Chairman V Narayanan’s leadership after…

India on Tuesday night strongly rejected “insinuations” made against it in a report by a Canadian commission that investigated allegations of foreign meddling in the elections held in the North American country. It is in fact Canada which has been “consistently interfering” in India’s internal affairs, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. “We…

Mahakumbh News: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath appealed people to ‘not pay attention to rumours’ amid reports that several people have been killed. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath appealed people to “not pay attention to rumours” amid reports that several people have been killed in “stampede-like situation” during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Both CM and the…

Many people are feared dead following a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela on Wednesday. The incident occurred during the auspicious Mauni Amavasya Shahi Snan at Sangam. Confirming the development, Prayagraj Mela Pradhikaran OSD Akansha Rana said, “A stampede-like situation occurred at Sangam Nose after a barrier broke.” Rana also stated that some people were injured but…

Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad president Mahant Ravindra Puri on Wednesday said that due to the stampede-like situation at Maha Kumbh, the seers have called off their Mauni Amavasya’s Amrit Snan. A stampede-like situation broke out at Sangam earlier on Wednesday at the Sangam, where several people, including women and children, suffered injuries. “You would’ve seen what happened…

Maha Kumbh isn’t just a place where one seeks to be closer to the divine and atone for one’ sins by dipping in the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati but it is also a place where new unions are made. The same stands true for a couple who has found love across continents. Penelope…

At least five people were killed and at least 20 were injured after a watchtower collapsed during the ‘Laddu Mahotsav’ organised by the Jain community in Baghpat’s Baraut city in Uttar Pradesh. According to DM Asmita Lal, 6-7 police personnel are also among the injured. Baghpat SP Arpit Vijayvargiya, said that the watchtower collapsed during the ‘Laddu…

Uniform Civil Code was implemented in Uttarakhand on Monday, unifying the laws for marriages, divorce and other civil matters. Here’s a step-by-step guide on the process of registration of your marriage. The Uniform Civil Code was implemented in Uttarakhand on Monday in what was a massive move by the Pushkar Singh Dhami government towards fulfilling its poll…

Amid a growing war of words over Yamuna’s water quality, Delhi Jal Board CEO Shilpa Shinde on Monday denied Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that the Haryana government had released “poison” into the river. Calling the allegations “factually incorrect, without basis, and misleading,” Shilpa Shinde, in a letter to Delhi chief secretary Dharmendra, underscored…

The ongoing Maha Kumbh mela has witnessed a great surge of devotees looking to experience the holy dip at Triveni Sangam, as over 15 million people, including 1 million Kalpawasis took a dip at the confluence of the Ganga, and Yamuna rivers till 10 PM on Monday. According to a statement released by the Uttar Pradesh government,…

In a series of successful joint operations, Indian Army including Assam Rifles in coordination with Manipur Police and other security forces, recovered 35 weapons, ammunition and warlike stores from both hill and valley regions in the districts of Thoubal, Tengnoupal, Bishnupur, Churchandpur, Imphal West, Noney, Jidribam and Kakching in Manipur. Acting on specific intelligence, the Indian Army,…

A man in Maharashtra, who was suspected to have Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) died in the Solapur district today while the number of cases of the immunological nerve disorder crossed 100 in Pune. This is reportedly the first death in Maharashtra due to GBS. The 40-year-old man, a native of Solapur, had come to Pune, where he is…

US President Donald Trump said on Monday (local time) prime minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States in February. “He (PM Modi) will visit the US sometime in February,” news agency Reuters quoted Donald Trump as saying. Trump’s statement followed his telephonic conversation with PM Modi, their’ first since the Republican was sworn in for a…

India and China on Monday decided to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, stopped since 2020. The decision was made at the meeting between foreign secretary Vikram Misri and Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi. “The relevant mechanism will discuss the modalities for doing so as per existing agreements. They also agreed to hold an early meeting of the…

The Supreme Court has ordered the police to not use WhatsApp or other electronic modes as an alternative or substitute mode to serve notice to the accused under Section 41A of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) or Section 35 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Section 41A, CrPc or Section 35, BNSS provides for the issuance…

Gangster Anmol Bishnoi had ordered the shooting of NCP leader Baba Siddique for his “association with Dawood Ibrahim and involvement in the 1993 Bombay blasts”, alleged main shooter Shivkumar Gautam said in his confessional statement to the police. He also claimed he was asked to kill Baba Siddique or his son Zeeshan Siddique and promised Rs 10-15…

The Entrepreneurship Cell IIT Bombay, Asia’s largest student-run non-profit promoting entrepreneurship, has announced “E-Summit ‘25 – Pursuit of Eminence.” Taking place on February 1-2, 2025, this milestone 20th edition of Asia’s largest business conclave aims to bridge the gap between today’s leaders and tomorrow’s innovators, bringing together visionaries, startups, and thought leaders under one roof. One of…

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto graced the 76th Republic Day celebrations at Kartvaya Path on Sunday. Before the Jan 26 event, President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet in his honour where her Indonesian counterpart shared his views on India-Indonesia relations. A light moment of laughter was witnessed during his speech when he said that he recently got done…

Uttarakhand is all set to create history on Monday as it readies to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) becoming the first state to do so. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami had said that all preparations to implement the law were done, and the enforcement would begin a day after Republic Day, i.e. on January 27.…

A man who was detained from a train in Chhattisgarh as a suspect in the actor Saif Ali Khan case, but was let off after the ‘real attacker’ was caught, has said his life is in ‘complete disarray’ following police action. Akash Kanojia, a driver with a tour company which works with Western Railway in Mumbai, was…

Delhi Police have issued an advisory for the rehearsals of Wednesday’s Beating Retreat, a ceremony which concludes the Republic Day festivities. According to the advisory, Vijay Chowk, where Beating Retreat is held, will remain closed for general traffic from 2 pm to 9.30 pm on both Monday and Tuesday (January 27 and 28). Traffic restrictions in Delhi…

Coldplay’s much-anticipated performances in Ahmedabad have left fans buzzing with excitement, marking the band’s biggest-ever concerts in India. Thousands of concertgoers flew into Gujarat to experience the British band’s spectacular shows at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The performances, part of their Music of the Spheres World Tour, were nothing short of a visual and musical extravaganza. Fans…

A two-year-old child survived a fall from the 13th-floor flat of a high-rise in Dombivali in Thane thanks to the alertness of a man, with a video of the act going viral on social media and drawing widespread praise from netizens who hailed him as a real-life hero. The incident took place last week in Devichapada locality…

It was the warmest Republic Day for Delhi in eight years on Sunday, January 26, with the maximum temperature settling at 23.7 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which has forecast that mercury is expected to rise further in the city. The warmest Republic Day in Delhi before this one…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh on Monday to participate in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Shah will also take a holy dip in the sacred waters of the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. केन्द्रीय…

Vicky Kaushal’s upcoming film ‘Chhaava’ has run afoul of Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Uday Samant, who called for a ban on its release due to what he described as objectionable content. ‘Chhaava’ is based on the life of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Directed by Laxman Utekar and starring Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna, the period film…

On India’s 76th Republic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrated his commitment to cleanliness by picking up litter on Kartavya Path, promoting the ‘Swachh Bharat’ initiative and the concept of plogging. This act, witnessed by thousands, served as a reminder of the importance of maintaining clean public spaces through collective efforts. The gesture came as PM Modi…

The national capital is on high alert on Republic Day as over 70 companies of paramilitary forces and more than 70,000 police personnel are deployed across the city, police said. A six-layered security protocol involving 15,000 security personnel will be deployed in New Delhi district alone. “Installation of more than 2,500 CCTV cameras equipped with data-based facial…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted people on India’s Republic Day, wishing that the occasion strengthens efforts towards preserving the ideals of the Constitution. “Happy Republic Day. Today, we celebrate 75 glorious years of being a Republic. We bow to all the great women and men who made our Constitution and ensured that our journey is…

The Uniform Civil Code will be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, making it the first state to implement such a law that will bring uniformity in society while ensuring equal rights and responsibilities for all citizens, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said. In a statement, he said all preparations to implement UCC, including getting approval…

India’s ambition to be a semiconductor production hub is gathering momentum with the announcement of its first semiconductor fab in 2024 and growing Assembly, Testing, Marking, and Packaging (ATMP) and Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facilities. With investments exceeding Rs. 1.26 lakh crore, the country is turning into an irresistible destination for the global investments in…

With the surge in fares for the ongoing Maha Kumbh, eight in 10 fliers said they have paid excessively high fare once or more in the past 12 months, according to a LocalCircles survey. Air fares to Prayagraj and Banaras in Uttar Pradesh have reported to have risen 300% to 600% as pilgrims flock in large numbers…

In a record-breaking operation, approximately 80,000 kilograms of narcotics seized over the past year from seven districts of Madhya Pradesh were destroyed in a cement factory in Neemuch district. The massive haul of drugs, including opium, smack, MDMA, ganja, hashish, and other substances, was confiscated in 456 cases from police stations across Ujjain, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Ratlam, Agar-Malwa,…

A snow leopard in a Ladakhi dress, a ‘tiger’ wearing a dhoti-kurta holding a traditional instrument and a few other animals and birds representing different regions of India and its diversity feature in a special doodle by internet giant Google to mark the 76th Republic Day. The colourful artwork, which borrows an element of surrealism, depicts the…

The Aam Aadmi Party has entered the Delhi battleground with its image bruised by corruption allegations and the novelty factor diminished. Fighting a BJP that is dreaming of capturing power in the capital after a gap of 27 years and a Congress that is seeking to restore its past glory, AAP knows that 2025 is a ‘do…

India on Friday said it is opposed to illegal immigration and would be ready to take back Indians staying illegally in the US provided their nationality is verified. The comments by External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal came as the Trump administration is preparing to implement a mass deportation programme targeting illegal immigrants living in the US.…

Stargazers are in or a treat as six planets – Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus – are set to align in the night sky today, January 25, offering a spectacular view. The six planets will form an astronomical alignment known as the “planetary parade”. This celestial spectacle has been visible for most of the month,…

Pakistan’s notorious spy agency ISI has secretly sent four top members to Dhaka, raising a red flag in New Delhi. Acknowledging the development, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday that India is keeping a very close watch on the developments in its immediate neighbourhood, especially ones that having a bearing on its national security. “Appropriate…

Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni, now known as Yamai Mamta Nandgiri, has been inducted as the Mahamandleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada at the Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj. Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni was formally inducted as the Mahamandleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada at the Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj on Friday. She has been given the spiritual name…

“There are two players involved in this conspiracy to kill Kejriwal ji — the BJP and the Delhi Police. They are both conspiring to end Kejriwal’s life. Attacks have been attempted on him one after the other,” Delhi Chief Minister Atishi claimed. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday accused the BJP-led central government and the Delhi…

Beijing assured that the dam will not adversely affect downstream nations, including India and Bangladesh. Arunachal Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday raised concerns about China’s plan to construct the largest hydropower dam in eastern Tibet, warning that it could be used by the northern neighbour as a water bomb. He drew attention towards the Chinese plan…

A roof collapsed following a blast at an ordnance factory in Maharastra’s Bhandara killing five people. At least five people died following a blast at an Ordnance factory in Bhandara, Nagpur in Maharashtra on Friday morning. Several people are feared to be trapped after a roof collapsed due to the blast. PRO Defence Nagour said that the…

For Raeesa Bi, the latest turn in the four-decade tale of the world’s worst industrial accident conjures up old ghosts. Sitting on a beat-up wooden chair in her small ramshackle home, the 68-year-old victims’ rights activist rattles off the names of all the people she knew who have died since that dreadful December night. It is a…

The murder investigation of a 35-year-old Hyderabad woman, whose husband allegedly killed her and boiled her body parts to dump into various locations, has encountered a roadblock as no body part has been recovered by the police yet. While the police were corroborating technical and scientific evidence, they were yet to find the body parts of the…

2025 Oscar Nominations List:The highly anticipated 2025 Oscar nominations were officially revealed on January 23 at 7 PM IST. Hosted by Bowen Yang, Rachel Sennott, Sian Heder, and Eric Roth, the announcement took place at the Academy’s prestigious Samuel Goldwyn Theater. The event was live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, Oscar.com, Oscars.org, and the Academy’s social media platforms, and…

Refuting perceptions of roadblocks to bring back the remains held in an urn in a Buddhist temple in Renkoji in Japan, widely believed to be that of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, a section of descendants of the national hero claim they have documentary evidence to prove that the temple authorities have always been more than willing to…

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs issued notices to cab aggregators Ola and Uber as Centre sought clarification on reports of alleged differential pricing based on the type of mobile device used to book rides. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs issued notices to cab aggregators Ola and Uber as Centre sought clarification on reports of alleged differential pricing…

The death toll in the Jalgaon train accident has gone up to 13 with the recovery of a headless body along the railway tracks, police said on Thursday. Passengers of the Mumbai-bound Pushpak Express got off the train after hearing about fire spreading in the train. However, many were run over by the Karnataka Express heading from…

Actor Rajpal Yadav has received death threats from Pakistan, Mumbai Police revealed on Thursday, adding that the sender posed as a member of Lawrence Bishnoi gang. According to the Police, the threat mail sent to Rajpal Yadav had photos of Baba Siddique and Sidhu Moosewala. Amboli Police Station senior inspector Sadashiv Nikam said that the IP address…

The Madras High Court on Thursday issued notices to the Tamil Nadu Director General of Police, the State government and some private firms on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking guidelines to regulate delivery partners of online aggregators such as Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto etc, and to ensure safety of customers receiving deliveries from such partners. Justice P…

After Yuzvendra Chahal and Manish Pandey, another indian cricketers marriage life is heading towards divorce. According to a Hindustan Times report, Indian cricket legend Virender Sehwag and his wife, Aarti Ahlawat, who tied the knot in 2004 in a grand ceremony hosted by former finance minister Arun Jaitley and are rumored to be heading for a divorce.…

In a horrific incident, a Pitbull brutally attacked a stray dog and severely injured the innocent animal in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad. The incident was caught on camera and the video of the incident is doing rounds on social media. It can be seen in the video that the Pitbull dog is mauling down the stray dog and the…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was at his quippy best when asked about his prime front-row seat at Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on January 20. “Special Envoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is naturally treated very well,” Jaishankar said with a smile during a press conference in Washington DC on…

Pratap Sarnaik to News18: “Currently, many motorists don’t invest in parking spaces. Instead, they park on roads, which not only causes traffic snarls, but also creates hurdles for emergency services such as ambulances and fire brigade.” Pratap Sarnaik, Maharashtra’s transport minister, in an interview with CNN-News18, spoke about the new traffic policy — ‘no parking space, no…

External affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday that India has always been open to the “legitimate return” of undocumented Indian immigrants to their home country, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday, reported news agency PTI. S Jaishankar also noted that the government was still in the process of verifying those from the US who…

A 49-year-old man was shot dead by unidentified assailants on board the Howrah-Gaya Express as it was approaching a station in Bihar’s Lakhisarai district, officials said on Tuesday. The deceased has been identified as Dharmendra Kumar (49), a resident of Lakhisarai. “Some miscreants shot dead the passenger when the train was about to stop at Kiul junction…

In a high-voltage drama, a young girl caused a major commotion, when she climbed a water tank to protest her family’s refusal to let her marry her sister’s brother-in-law on Tuesday (January 21) in Uttar Pradesh’s Budaun. The incident was caught on camera and the video of the incident is doing rounds on social media. The woman’s…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will give tips to the booth-level workers of the Delhi BJP on Wednesday, ahead of the February 5 Assembly polls in the capital, addressing them through video-conferencing under the party’s “Mera Booth Sabse Majboot” programme. The national coordinator of the NaMo App and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kuljeet Singh Chahal said Modi…

Protesting against the addition of severe charges including attempt to murder under Section 307 and issuance of arrest warrants against 25 farm leaders by the Punjab police in the case of breach of security during Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2022, farmers on Tuesday held a demonstration in Ferozepur district. The farmers who staged the protest claiming…

In a significant operation in Chhattisgarh’s Gariaband district Tuesday, a Maoist leader carrying a Rs 1 crore bounty was among 20 Maoists killed in a fierce encounter with security forces. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the operation as a “major success,” further calling it a “mighty blow to Naxalism.” Jayaram Reddy, known as Chalapati, a senior…

PM Modi celebrated 10 years of the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ initiative, highlighting its success in reducing gender biases and improving education and opportunities for girls. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative has been instrumental in overcoming gender biases and has drawn participation from people across all walks of life.…

The Jawaharlal Nehru Port, India’s largest shipping facility, has crossed 10 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent unit) container handling capacity, a milestone that signals a leap in the country’s logistics sector, Union shipping minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Tuesday. This brings cargo traffic at the port, off Mumbai, on par with some of the largest ports globally. In…

In the bustling national capital, the slum dwellers live with enduring hope, waiting for a day when clean streets, safe drinking water, proper sanitation and permanent housing will no longer feel like distant dreams. The slum dwellers are hopeful that their issues would be adequately addressed in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Voting for the Delhi Assembly…

A day after Centre fixed a meeting with protesting farmers over their demands including minimum support price (MSP) for their crops and debt waiver on February 14 and their ailing leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, on fast-unto-death since November 26, also agreed to medical aid, the farmers on Monday deferred their January 21 “Delhi chalo’’ protest march till…

The Sealdah session court rejected demand for the death penalty for the convicted rapist and murderer in the RG Kar case, stating that the crime did not meet the ‘rarest of rare’ nature threshold. Not ‘an eye for an eye’… but a stark reminder that ‘the measure of a civilised society lies not in its ability to…

The caller, identifying himself as a police officer, claimed that the businessman’s son had been arrested in a kidnapping case. He warned of immediate imprisonment if he was not paid promptly A shocking incident unfolded recently involving a businessman in Rajasthan’s Alwar. The man received an unexpected call from an unknown number and heard his son’s voice…

A wild elephant tried to enter a house in Coimbatore, terrifying residents. It left after stealing rice, with no injuries In a terrifying turn of events, a wild elephant made a surprise appearance at a house in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, on the night of Saturday, January 18. The residents of the house were left in shock as…