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Jeet Adani, the son of industrialist Gautam Adani, is set to marry Diva Shah on February 7. In a heartwarming gesture, the Adani family has pledged ‘Mangal Seva’, with the aim of benefiting 500 newlywed women with disabilities every year, by giving them financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh each. Ahead of his wedding, Jeet personally met…

The Pune civic body has sealed 19 private RO plants in the Nanded village area, the epicentre of the GBS outbreak, after tests confirmed that the water from these facilities was unfit for drinking, officials said on Wednesday. During the day, four fresh cases of suspected Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), a rare nerve disorder, were reported in Pune…

The condition of Mahant Satyendra Das (85), the chief priest of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, remains critical but is showing some signs of improvement, according to a statement released by Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) on Wednesday. He was admitted to the hospital on Sunday after suffering a brain stroke. SGPGI’s statement…

The electoral fate of 699 candidates in the Delhi Assembly elections were sealed on Wednesday as at least 60 per cent of 1.56 crore voters exercised their franchise to choose their government either from ruling AAP or BJP. The voting took place between 7 am and 6 pm in 70 constituencies, without major incidents though leaders and…

Long-haul flights to South America, violent seas in tottery boats, hikes through treacherous terrain, dark cells at the US-Mexico border and a deportation flight back to India – the promise of an American dream fell flat for 104 Indian migrants who returned to India after US President Donald Trump’s hardline stance on illegal immigration. Harvinder Singh, a…

A hunting expedition by a group of villagers went fatally wrong as one of them was shot dead by some other members, who allegedly mistook him for a wild boar in a forest area in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, police said on Wednesday. One person was injured in the incident that took place in the night of January…

The 104 Indians deported from the US were “handcuffed and their legs were chained” during their long fight back home. They were sent back in a US military C-17 Globemaster aircraft and not a chartered flight, making it the first known instance of the US deploying a military aircraft to send deported immigrants from India back home.…

Liquor baron Vijay Mallya has submitted before the Karnataka High Court that the Rs 6,200 crore debt he owes to banks has been recovered “multiple times over,” and sought a statement of accounts detailing the amounts recovered from him, United Breweries Holdings Limited (UBHL, now in liquidation), and other certificate debtors. The High Court on Wednesday issued…

A 13-year-old schoolgirl was sexually assaulted by three teachers in a government school in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district. All three accused have been sent to a 15-day police remand after being arrested on Wednesday under various sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “A 13-year-old girl student was allegedly sexually assaulted by three…

The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with the India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA), has launched the TruthTell Hackathon. The innovative competition aims at developing AI-powered solutions to combat misinformation in live broadcasting journalism. This hackathon is part of the Create in India Challenge (CIC) – Season 1, under the inaugural World Audio Visual &…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday and at around 11 am, he will take a holy dip at the Sangam, his office said in a statement. Maha Kumbh 2025, which commenced on January 13, is the world’s largest spiritual and cultural gathering, attracting devotees from across the globe. The…

TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha on Tuesday said that non-vegetarian food items must be banned nationwide while acknowledging the regional differences in India that make implementing such a rule challenging. He used this as an example to underscore the difficulties in enforcing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) across the country. However, he praised the successful implementation of the…

Days after a woman was detected with ‘fetus in fetu’, an extremely rare condition, two fetuses were removed successfully post-delivery from her three-day-old child’s abdomen in Amravati district of Maharashtra on Tuesday, doctors said. The 32-year-old woman from Buldhana district was detected with the rare congenital anomaly, in which a malformed fetus is located within the body…

An Indian man, who illegally entered Bangladesh, was shot by the Border Security Forces (BSF) at the border while he was returning to India on Tuesday. The man, identified as Akhtar Jamal Roni, had entered Bangladesh to attend a religious function on Monday, officials said. According to the BSF Tripura Frontier, Roni was accompanied by a woman.…

Election for the 70 assembly seats of Delhi, crucial for Arvind Kejriwal in view of the massive corruption allegations against him and his government, are being held today. The triangular contest is between the ruling AAP, BJP and the Congress. Here are the top 8 points in this story:  Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party has swept the…

Seoni (MP): A sub-adult tigress and a wild boar fell into a well after a chase by the predator went wrong in the buffer area of the Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Madhya Pradesh’s Seoni district on Tuesday, a senior forest department official said. After a four-hour-long operation, the tigress, aged around three years, and the wild…

The Supreme Court on Tuesday took exception to the failure by the States of Telangana and Punjab and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for failing to respond to a public interest litigation petition seeking enforcement of the Right to Education Act [Md. Imran Ahmad v. Union of India]. A Bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sanjay…

Authorities have banned begging in Madhya Pradesh capital Bhopal and warned of penal action against those found involved in it as well as people who give alms. The state’s Indore district has already banned begging. Bhopal district collector Kaushlendra Vikram Singh prohibited begging in an order issued on Monday evening under section 163 (2) of the Bharatiya…

Akash Bobba, a 22-year-old Indian-origin techie is in the news after reports surfaced that claimed that he was hired by Elon Musk to be a part of recently formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).Bobba has also received flak for lacking the necessary experience to be handling such a high-profile job. Notably, Tesla CEO Musk hired six engineers…

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in an exclusive interview with Navika Kumar, Times Network Group Editor-in-Chief addressed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that he had suggested the idea of tax relief to the government. Sitharaman firmly rejected the claim during the interview. “Delhi ke chunav ke liye, poore desh ke liye main 1 lakh crore ka income…

A video of Mamta Kulkarni’s appearance on Aap Ki Adalat has gone viral on social media, showing the former actress getting emotional over not being allowed to take ‘snan’ during Maha Kumbh. In the clip, Mamta – who was appointed as Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara by Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi amid much controversy – can be…

A vast crowd of devotees bathed at the Triveni Sangam in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Basant Panchami, marking the peaceful conclusion of the third ‘Amrit Snan’ during the Mahakumbh Mela.(HT_PRINT) Over 2.57 crore participated in the holy bathing rituals till 8 pm, according to the Uttar Pradesh government. 13 akharas carried out processions, each within a 40…

The Madras High Court on Monday questioned the continued usage of the term “Gender Identity Disorder” to describe the state of persons who identify themselves as transgender or part of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. Justice Anand Venkatesh opined that it is inappropriate to use such terms since it presumes that LGBTQIA+ persons are suffering from a disorder, when…

The incident has sparked widespread concern among travellers, who are now questioning the reliability of airport equipment. A passenger flying IndiGo from Chandigarh to Delhi recently reported a discrepancy at the airport check-in counter. When weighing his luggage, the scales at two different counters displayed different readings for the same bag, raising concerns about the accuracy of…

The woman has told police that she was fed up with Iqbal’s blackmailing. In a chilling case of murder, a woman in Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly allegedly choked a man to death while getting intimate with him. The woman has told police that Iqbal had been blackmailing her into sexual acts and she was left with no choice.…

The heightened measures have been put in place for the Basant Panchami Amrit Snan in the wake of a stampede at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya. The Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday said it has put into place a special crowd management plan named ‘Operation Eleven’ for the ‘Amrit Snan’ on Basant Panchami at Maha Kumbh. The ‘Amrit…

A complaint was filed against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi before a court in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district for her ‘poor thing’ remark on President Droupadi Murmu. Sudhir Ojha, a Muzaffarpur-based lawyer, filed a complaint on Saturday against Gandhi seeking registration of an FIR against her for allegedly disrespecting the country’s highest constitutional authority. Ojha also named Leader of…

At least six people died, two were injuries, and several remain missing after a vehicle carrying 14 people plunged into a canal in Haryana’s Fatehabad late on Friday night, officials said. According to Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Jagdish Chandra, “The 14 people were returning after attending a wedding ceremony in Punjab’s Fazilka when the vehicle they were travelling in…

In a first, the Rashtrapati Bhavan has allowed a CRPF officer to host her wedding ceremony in its complex on February 12. CRPF Assistant Commandant Poonam Gupta, who led the CRPF’s all-women contingent during the 74th Republic Day Parade, was given permission by President Droupadi Murmu because she was highly impressed by the conduct and service of…

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday met the victims of the Maha Kumbh stampede at a hospital here. He inquired about their well-being from the doctors and directed the medical staff to provide them with the best possible care, an official statement said. Thirty people were killed and 60 others were injured during a stampede…

Weeks after a 15-year-old schoolboy in Kerala’s Kochi died by suicide, his mother has alleged that brutal ragging crushed her son and pushed him toward death. In a statement posted on Instagram, Rajna PM alleged that her son, Mihir Ahammed, was beaten up, verbally abused and forced to lick the toilet seat. Police have registered a case…

Following the increase in GBS cases in Nanded, Kirkatwadi, Dhayari, and other localities on Sinhgad Road, the Pune Municipal Corporation has been collecting water samples from borewells and wells for investigations. Pune: The number of suspected deaths in Maharashtra due to Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare nerve disorder, have risen to four, while the tally of cases…

Addressing a public meeting in Timarpur in support of BJP candidate Surya Prakash Khatri, Saini said Kejriwal has failed to fulfil his promise of cleaning the Yamuna River. New Delhi: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday accused AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal of defaming his state of birth by levelling false allegations that the BJP government…

Although India has taken steps to reduce its reliance on the US dollar, country’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had earlier clarified that India has “no interest” in weakening the US dollar. In December 2024, then Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das had clearly stated that India was not pursuing “de-dollarisation”.​​ Since assuming office earlier…

The prices of 19kg commerical gas cylinders has been reduced by Rs 7, hours before Budget 2025. New Delhi: The oil marketing companies on Saturday revised the prices of commercial LPG gas cylinders and reduced the prices of 19 kg commercial LPG gas cylinders by Rs 7 with effect from today. In Delhi, the retail sale price…

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…