News Articles by Pragati Gupta

With the latest poll results, the BJP now controls 12 states on its own, while the Congress currently controls only three, following electoral defeats in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. The states govern

Rajasthan Assembly Election Result 2023

Rajasthan Assembly Elections were held on November 25, with 199 of 200 seats up for grabs and vote counting slated for December 3. There are 25 reserved seats for Scheduled Castes, 34 for Scheduled Tr

Telangana Assembly Election Result 2023

The election results for the 119-member Telangana assembly have been declared. The Telangana Assembly Elections were held on November 30. The state's voter turnout was 71.34 percent. The primary polit

Chattisgarh Assembly Election 2023

The BJP's 'Modi ki Guarantee' campaign turned the Chhattisgarh election around, propelling the saffron party to a resounding victory. The BJP successfully made a return, obtaining an absolute majority

Madhya Pradesh Assembly Election 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won a stunning victory in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly Elections of 2023 on Sunday, securing a sizable 164 seats in the state. This result completely defied earlier exi

Chennai Cyclone's Lash

Cyclone Michaung, which is anticipated to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm, has been creating havoc in Chennai, with continuous rains inundating the coastal cities since yesterday, interrupt

Navy Day: A Credit To Marine Soldier

Navy Day is a historic occasion that recognizes a country's formidable marine forces and pays thanks to the brave men and women who serve at sea. This day is observed in many countries to honor the ac

Chennai Cyclone

5 December 2023

'Cyclone Michaung' lashed Chennai and its surrounding districts nonstop since Sunday morning, pouring 400 to 500 mm of rain, flooding homes and wrecking vehicles and bikes across the coastal metropoli

The Rise of Virtual Influencers: Neglection of Lines Between Reality and AI

5 December 2023

A new trend is attracting the attention of people globally virtual influencers in the ever-changing landscape of social media. These computer-generated characters are sweeping the digital world, chall

National Armed Forces Flag Day

6 December 2023

National Armed Forces Flag Day is a somber occasion dedicated to recognizing the heroic men and women who serve in the armed forces, preserving a nation's sovereignty and integrity. This day, which is

Roots of Christianity in India

6 December 2023

Christianity has a long history in India, dating back to the arrival of St. Thomas, one of Jesus Christ's twelve disciples, in the first century. The Christian community in India has expanded over the

Amit Shah over Ending Terrorism

7 December 2023

The 2023 Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill and the 2023 Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill were approved by the Lok Sabha recently. In his address to the Lok Sabha on Wedne

Understanding India's Tangled Racism Tapestry

7 December 2023

Racism, which is frequently regarded as a worldwide problem, takes on diverse forms in every location, and India is no exception. India suffers with a range of racial and ethnic prejudice despite havi

Article 370: A Heated Constitutional Clause

8 December 2023

The Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir was given exceptional autonomy under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, a provision that was considered temporary. It was enacted in 1949 and permitted the s

The Rise of AI and the Art of Collaboration: Creative Writing

8 December 2023

Within the realm of creative writing, artificial intelligence has become an essential partner in the rapidly changing technological landscape. Artificial Intelligence (AI), which was formerly seen as

Optimal Fitness and Health: A Holistic Approach

9 December 2023

Setting health and fitness as a top priority is crucial for a balanced and satisfying existence in the fast-paced environment we live in today. Achieving optimal health and fitness requires a comprehe

US vetoes a resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza proposed by the UN Security Council in the Israel-Hamas war

9 December 2023

In an attempt to isolate itself diplomatically while defending its partner, the United States on Friday vetoed a UN Security Council proposal for an immediate humanitarian truce in the conflict betwee

Article 370: Evaluating Its Significance and Repealing It

11 December 2023

There has been much discussion and disagreement about Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which gave the area of Jammu and Kashmir exceptional autonomy. It granted the state a special status in 19

Article 370 ruling highlights: today's introduction of a 33% women's quota in the J-K legislature by the government

12 December 2023

The decision on a number of petitions contesting the repeal of Article 370 and the division of the former state of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union territories has been rendered by the Supreme Court's

Fall of Security at Lok Sabha

13 December 2023

On Wednesday, December 13, while Zero Hour was in session, two individuals sprang into the Lok Sabha chamber from the fourth public gallery, posing a serious threat to the Lower House of Parliament's

Security lapse in Parliament: Parents of a Mysuru-based Manoranjan denounces his son's actions

14 December 2023

The Mysuru-based engineering graduate Manoranjan, 33, and his parents expressed shock and severe condemnation at their son's act of breaching security at the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, December 13. Altho

Opposition and government clash over 15 MPs' suspension in the wake of the Lok Sabha security issue

15 December 2023

The opposition criticized the BJP administration on Thursday for suspending fifteen opposition members of parliament (six in the Lok Sabha and one in the Rajya Sabha) for calling for a reply from home

Aaradhya Bachchan's impressive annual day performance peek

16 December 2023

During her school's annual day celebration, Aaradhya Bachchan participated in a musical drama among numerous other pupils. Numerous Bollywood stars were there, along with their children who attend

In the face of retaliation fans accuse Mumbai Indians of purchasing fake followers.

18 December 2023

One of the most successful captains in the Indian Premier League, Rohit Sharma won five IPL titles between 2013 and 2023. With 158 match wins at a solid 56.33%, he became into a symbol for the tea

Unprecedented Parliamentary Crisis: 141 Opposition MPs Suspended

19 December 2023

As many as 49 members faced the same punishment today, adding to the shock surrounding the removal of 79 Opposition MPs from Parliament in a single day. As a result, there are now 141 MPs suspended ov

141 opposition members of parliament have been suspended thus far: Can they enter the legislature? Review the restrictions list.

20 December 2023

A circular outlining severe sanctions against 49 recently suspended opposition members of parliament was released by the Lok Sabha. These limitations cover a wide range of parliamentary operations and

A 'Standalone Variant of Interest' is declared by the WHO for the newly discovered COVID-19 strain JN.1 as a result of its rapidly disseminating behavior

21 December 2023

The novel COVID-19 variation JN.1 has been designated as a "standalone variant of interest" by the World Health Organization (WHO). The strain's 'rapidly expanding spread' compelled WHO to make its ju

December 2023 bank holiday list: These states will see up to five days of bank closures for Christmas.

(PC: The Times of India) People have begun to feel festive as Christmas is around the corner. More to this, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

Time to know the whereabouts of the Holiday Week

Christmas has changed over time, moving beyond its religious roots and customs. However, December 25 is the same day every year, regardless of how you celebrate the holiday. Here's all you ought t

Making of Santa Claus: The transformation of St. Nicholas into Santa

The adored character known as Santa Claus, who represents the spirit of Christmas for generations, has a fascinating and intriguing history. The origins of tales of Santa Claus roots in the fourth

Sub-variant JN.1 discovered in patients from Maharashtra

According to figures from the Union health ministry, India had 594 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, increasing the country's total number of active cases from 2,311 to 2,669. Kerala accounted for 265 o

Out of the eleven cases in Maharashtra, Mumbai leads with COVID-19

On Wednesday, Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya convened a high-level conference with chief health secretaries and top officials in reaction to the growing number of COVID-19 cases in five s

Poonch attack: An NIA team is at Ground Zero, where terrorists are being sought after

In the Jammu and Kashmir's forest district, a large siege and search operation has been underway, one day after a terrorist attack in Poonch left four army troops dead and two injured. The delegation

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya may miss the 2024 IPL because of an injury

IPL 2024 Captain Hardik Pandya of the Mumbai Indians may miss the series due to an injury, according to sources. Owing to an ankle injury, Hardik Pandya might miss the upcoming Indian Premier Leag

India records 4 fatalities and 752 new cases of COVID-19 in a 24-hour period.

Concerns have been raised throughout the nation as a result of the JN.1 sub-variant of SARS-COV2 epidemic, and the Union government has ordered states to submit samples of all Covid-19 test swabs for

Discovering the Glorious Magnificence: Top Locations in India to Celebrate Christmas

In India, Christmas is a secular occasion that unites individuals from all religious backgrounds to celebrate and enjoy the joyous occasion. The nation, which is renowned for its mix of cultures,

Live News Updates from Bengaluru: Karnataka reports One death and 78 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours

Karnataka reported 78 new cases, and in the previous day, one fatality linked to COVID occurred. With four Covid deaths confirmed since December 15, there are now 175 active cases in the state overall

Prabhas's film Salaar makes history on its first day at the global box office, grossing over ₹178 crore.

The Prabhas-starring movie made history and turned as the greatest Indian movie debut of 2023. Salaar's official account tweeted on X, which was once known as Twitter. The film, which was directed

IPL 2024: Is Mitchell Starc Deserving of Kolkata Knight Riders' Monumental Bill?

The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction was a fierce arena in which the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) fought fiercely to add Mitchell Starc's arsenal to their teams. Sta

Citing Ishan Kishan's reason of dropping out of the test series against South Africa: Mental Fatigue

Three players from Team India who were originally selected for the impending two-match Test series against South Africa, which is scheduled to begin in Centurion on December 26, will not be available.

How Elvish Yadav got insulted Vaishno Devi in Jammu

Social media users are circulating a video of producer Raghav Sharma and Big Boss OTT 2 winner Elvish Yadav being harassed and nearly beaten by a crowd in Jammu. A crowd is seen encircling Elvish

A drone assault targets a ship carrying twenty Indians off the coast of India.

On a merchant ship in the Arabian Sea, a drone strike resulted in an explosion and fire, according to news agency ANI. There are no known casualties on board the vessel. It also stated that an Indian

Covid in India: WHO requests that nations tighten surveillance in response to an increase in cases

On December 24, India recorded 656 new cases of Covid-19 infections. The latest figure indicates a minor decrease in the daily trend of cases from the previous 752, which was the highest since May 21.

Holiday customs in Indian homes go beyond Santa Claus and holly

The spirit of Christmas is in the air. Twirly lights and artificial trees adorn malls and upscale stores in major cities and metropolises. Sale items include glitter, Santa hats, and hairbands with re

Transforming Travel: J&K's unprecedented rise to 2 Cr visitorss

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has made history by greeting an incredible two crore tourists up until November of this year, an unparalleled rise in tourism. With a new record being set

"Is Hardik Pandya Out of the IPL 2024? Could It Be That Rohit Sharma Is Back As Mumbai Indians Captain?": The internet goes crazy.

The World Cup injury that India all-rounder Hardik Pandya sustained would probably prevent him from playing in the forthcoming T20I series, and his availability for the upcoming Indian Premier Lea

Latest box office receipts for Dunki: Shah Rukh Khan's movie experiences a minor increase and brings in ₹26.6 crore.

Featuring families as its core, the film, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, tells the story of illegal immigration. Given the state's lengthy history of "Dunki marna" in Canada and the UK, the problem is p

Latest box office receipts for Dunki: Shah Rukh Khan's movie experiences a minor increase and brings in ₹26.6 crore.

Featuring families as its core, the film, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, tells the story of illegal immigration. Given the state's lengthy history of "Dunki marna" in Canada and the UK, the problem

Dhoni's 'IPL 2024' preparation?

The Indian Premier League (IPL) season of 2024 will begin in a little over three months. With it comes the age-old question of whether this will be MS Dhoni's last season before calling it a day o

Learn all there is to know about Veer Bal Diwas 2023, including why it is celebrated and its significance.

Every year on December 26, India celebrates Veer Bal Diwas. Learn why this day is observed, its significance, and the special events planned for this year by reading on. This day honors and pays t

COVID-19 in India: 412 new JN.1 infections are recorded in a 24-hour period, out of over 4,100 active cases.

On Monday, India announced a rise in coronavirus infections of 628, bringing the total number of active cases to 4,054. The data also indicated that one COVID-19-related mortality was recorded from Ke

Boxing Day 2023: How Food Sharing Shaped Customs on the Day After Christmas

During the Victorian era, wealthy people would gather their extra possessions and give them to the less fortunate. Domestic workers were given a break from their work on this particular day, and their

Rajnath Singh swears to track down the perpetrators of drone assaults from "the depth of ocean."

On Tuesday, Rajnath Singh, the minister of defense, vowed to track down and punish the attackers of the attacks on the merchant navy ships MV Chem Pluto and MV Sai Baba, even if they are located i

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Jammu to assess the state of security in J&K

Following a recent terrorist assault in the border area of Poonch that claimed the lives of four soldiers, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived here on Wednesday for a day-long tour of Jammu and

"Such incidents should not be taken for granted," Rajnath Singh urged security forces.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned soldiers not to "make any mistake" that damages an Indian amid the growing controversy in Jammu and Kashmir over the deaths of three civilians who were seized

Karnataka's COVID-19 cases treble in just 48 hours.

The number of Covid-19 instances recorded in Karnataka have doubled in the last 48 hours, from 28 on Monday to 79 on Wednesday morning, as a result of intensified testing in response to a spike in

Is Bengaluru Covid-positive? What does the Karnataka government's seven-day home isolation mandate entail?

Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in the state, the Karnataka government is probably going to reinstate home isolation for those who test positive for the virus. State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu

Bengaluru: Pro-Kannada protest vandalism; removal of English billboards

On Wednesday, a large-scale demonstration was organized in Bengaluru by the pro-Kannada Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), which demanded that all Karnataka companies have nameplates and signboards writ

Scientists Fear "Zombie Deer Disease" May Spread To Humans As Cases Increase In The US

US researchers have cautioned that humans may contract Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), which is affecting wildlife across North America, according to the Independent. The condition that causes animals

India’s First AI City Will Be Constructed in Lucknow

In order to support and house the AI ecosystem, Uttar Pradesh intends to construct Lucknow, India's first AI city. According to Businessline, UP Electronics Corporation Ltd., the project's nodal agenc

The hill stations of Himachal Pradesh are teeming with tourists.

Thousands of visitors are stuck in a major traffic gridlock near the Atal Tunnel and Rohtang La in Himachal Pradesh, which is becoming a frustrating standstill. According to a video released by A

Bengaluru's pro-Kannada organizations go on the rampage in response to the directive to employ "60% Kannada" signage.

On Wednesday, a large-scale demonstration was organized in Bengaluru by the pro-Kannada Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (KRV), which demanded that all Karnataka companies have nameplates and signboards

Anticipated snowfall: These Indian locations should see snow by New Year's 2024

When snowfall arrives around New Year's 2024, thousands of people swarm hill stations to witness it. Scientists that forecast weather patterns have forecast a drop in temperature around New Year's

"Chilla-i-Kalan," the 40-day worst winter season, is at present ending in Kashmir.

Snow blankets have accentuated the scenic grandeur of the Himalayan highlands, drawing a large number of travelers to Gulmarg, one of the key tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir. According t

Snow and mild rain are expected in Himachal Pradesh around New Year's Day.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light rainfall in the mid hills and light snowfall in the higher hills from December 30 to January 1. This means that Himachal Pradesh is e

Coimbatore-Bengaluru Vande Bharat's trial runs commence

At five in the morning on Wednesday, the Coimbatore-Bengaluru Vande Bharat train trial runs commenced. After traveling 315 kilometers in more than five hours, the eight-coach train left Coimbatore at

Over 4,000 active cases of COVID-19 are reported in India currently, with 5 deaths.

India announced 4,091 active cases of COVID-19 and five fatalities on Friday. Kerala had the highest number of Covid-19 cases (2,522), followed by Karnataka (568), Maharashtra (369), Tamil Nadu (156),

Heavy barricades at Connaught Place and traffic restrictions for New Year's Eve in Delhi

The Delhi Traffic Police released an advisory on Thursday outlining traffic restrictions in and around central Delhi ahead of the New Year's celebrations in the Capital. The warning also cautioned peo

Air Pollution Battle arising in Kashmir

A major concern for public health should be raised by recent reports on the state of the air in the twin cities of Srinagar and Jammu, as well as the concerning circumstances in New Delhi, the world's

Which nations will celebrate New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2024?

Another year is upon us and this one is about reach its conclusion. This is the time of year when we reflect back on the positive experiences, the less than ideal moments, and the lessons we have lear

India's first submarine tourism will be introduced by Gujarat in Dwarka.

The state of Gujarat plans to launch the first undersea tourist program in India. Together with the Mazgaon Dock Limited (MDL), it has embarked on an expedition to investigate the marine life around B

For the First Time In 146 Years, Virat Kohli Sets A New Record In World Cricket

During India's overwhelming defeat to South Africa in the first Test on Thursday, renowned batsman Virat Kohli made history by becoming the first player to achieve 2000 runs in seven separate calendar

Heavy fog disrupts train services, and delays are reported at Delhi Airport.

The following two days are expected to see severe to extremely dense fog over the northern Indian states, according to the India Meteorological Department. According to PTI, which cited sources, t

In Ayodhya, PM Modi signals the opening of the two Amrit Bharat and six Vande Bharat Express trains.

In the midst of the celebrations in Ayodhya and the excitement surrounding the grand Ram Temple's consecration on January 22 of next year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off two Amrit Bharat and

NDMC to Demolish Delhi's Sunehri Bagh Masjid

In order to "ensure sustainable mobility" of vehicles in the vicinity, the traffic police in Delhi have referred the New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) to remove Sunehri Bagh Masjid from the c

Delhi to Ayodhya direct flights are set to start on January 15, confirms IndiGo.

As the first airline to connect the two cities, IndiGo will start operating daily direct flights between Mumbai and Ayodhya on January 15. The flight from Mumbai to Ayodhya is scheduled to depart at 1

Police are on heightened alert as Bengaluru prepares for New Year Eve.

While the city gets ready to ring in the New Year with style and gusto on Sunday night, thousands of police officers have been deployed, hundreds of CCTV cameras have been installed, drone monitoring

Pakistan Outlaws New Year's Eve Events in Support of "Oppressed" Palestinians

Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar, the acting prime minister of Pakistan, declared on Thursday that New Year's celebrations would not be allowed anywhere in the country in support of the Palestinian people, as Israe

Happy New Year 2024! THESE cities are subject to additional limitations in addition to Section 144. Take a look at this list.

For the safety of New Year's celebrations, a number of restrictions, including section 144, have been put in place in a number of cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Lucknow. There have be

Four planes are diverted due to dense fog in Hyderabad, and IMD issues a yellow notice.

At Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) on Friday morning, four planes were diverted due to the influence of unfavorable weather conditions. Bangalore's Kempegowda International Airport was the n

PM to officially open Maharishi Valmiki Airport today in Ayodhya

On Saturday, Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya Airport will be opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The renowned poet Maharishi Valmiki is the subject of the new airport in Ayodhya. PM Modi decided to constr

Times Square in New York ringes in the new year with bright lights.

Tens of thousands of eager celebrators gathered in Times Square, right in the middle of Manhattan, New York, to watch the famous downward descent of the lit ball at midnight. Star-studded lineups

Global fireworks and prayers herald the start of a new year.

The first two large cities in the world to welcome 2024 were Sydney and Auckland. Amidst breathtaking fireworks displays that lit up the skies over Australia's Sydney Harbor and New Zealand's tallest

636 new COVID cases and three additional deaths are reported in 24 hours.

India has observed an unprecedented increase in COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 cases in recent days, and in anticipation of the new Omicron Subvariant JN.1 epidemic before the New Year's festivities, both t

With Covid and a water scarcity, Karnataka has new hope for 2024.

Karnataka is able to withstand the combined challenges of the ongoing Covid-19 outbreak and the aftermath of the deficiency in precipitation as the world enters a new year. Nevertheless, with the comp

A tsunami warning has been issued following today's 7.6 magnitude earthquake that shook Japan.

According to national broadcaster NHK, an earthquake struck north-central Japan on Monday with a preliminary value of 7.6 on the Richter scale. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami war

While North India struggles with a cold wave, the IMD forecasts extremely dense fog in several states until January 2.

IMD predicts that dense to extremely dense fog will persist over a large portion of the plains in the Northwest and the central region of India, and that it will also likely spread to East India until

David Warner ends his ODI cricket career.

David Warner, an incredible and well-known cricket player from Australia, has announced his retirement from ODI cricket. After Australia's next Test match against Pakistan in Sydney, the 37-year-o

The majestic temple in Ayodhya features an icon of Ram Lalla created by renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj.

Union minister Pralhad Joshi announced on Monday that the statue carved by renowned Karnataka sculptor Arun Yogiraj will adoring the magnificent Ram temple, days after the idol of Lord Ram Lalla f

An unparalleled celebration at Lal Chowk greets the new year in Srinagar.

The celebrations at the well-known clock tower thrilled both Kashmir Valley inhabitants and visitors, who attended the event. The 'Lal Chowk' in Srinagar welcomed the New Year with a massive crowd

High-level security assessment meeting on J&K to be chaired by Amit Shah tomorrow

The law and order situation as well as topics like the security grid and zero terror strategy will be discussed at a high-level security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir that Union Home Minister Am

Japan earthquake: After striking an aid aircraft, a passenger airliner crashes in flames in Tokyo

On Monday, a slew of strong earthquakes slammed Japan, leaving at least 48 people dead. Both landslides and fires have caused damage to thousands of buildings. A Japanese coast guard plane traveli

India's Cases of COVID-19 Live News: In light of the JN.1 cases, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya emphasizes the need for pandemic preparedness.

India has seen a steady increase of COVID-19 cases since the previous month, when the number of cases surged, particularly in Kerala. Following the discovery of Omicron sub-variant JN.1, state and fed

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India's refusal to remove its forces will jeopardize the Maldives' democracy: President Muizzu

In a first-ever exclusive interview with TOI, the President of the Maldives, Muizzu, stated that should India choose not to remove its troops from the Indian Ocean archipelago, it would be akin to ign

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The second Test between South Africa and India was the shortest in Test cricket history, shattering multiple unfavorable records.

At the Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, India defeated South Africa by seven wickets in a contest that was controlled by pacers. Indian pacers smashed South Africa's dangerous batting order, ridi

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Ayodhya Ram Mandir: Consecration invitation card revealed

On January 22, 2024, the temple town of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, will host the consecration ceremony for the Ram Mandir. Following the great celebration, Ram Mandir will eventually open to devotees fol

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Swiftly slamming "potato head," Katt Williams Rickey Smiley, Cedric the Entertainer, and Steve Harvey

Comedian Katt Williams has accused her longtime rival and fellow comic Cedric the Entertainer of stealing his joke. Along with criticizing television presenter and producer Steve Harvey, the 52-year-o

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Highlights of the second test day, IND vs SA: In Cape Town, Bumrah shines as a standout performer as Rohit and company tie the series 1-1.

Highlights of Day 2 of the Second Test between South Africa and India: On the second day of the series decider at Newlands, South Africa's Aiden Markram hit a brilliant century for the Proteas, while

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India is shocked by the twin explosions in Iran and calls them terrible.

India showed its support with the Iranian government and people on Thursday, expressing outrage over the two bomb blasts that occurred in the Iranian city of Kerman on Thursday, killing over 80 people

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Why India stopped buying oil from Russia: an explanation from Hardeep Singh Puri

According to Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri, payment-related problems haven't caused a decrease in the amount of crude oil that Russia supplies to India. The minister s

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Karnataka: Over 30,000 people have applied to the Yuva Nidhi scheme so far, with Bengaluru and Belagavi at the top of the list

32,184 graduate applications have been submitted to the Yuva Nidhi program in the nearly ten days after registration commenced. The incumbent Congress administration in Karnataka has pledged five guar

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Why are Arvind Kejriwal and Hemant Soren rejecting ED summons?

Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi, has given several excuses for not appearing for questioning before the investigating agency regarding its summons for appearance on January 3 in the D

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Currently, there are 511 JN.1 infections, 12 deaths, and 761 new Covid-19 cases in India.

The Union Health Ministry announced on Friday that India had seen a one-day increase in 761 cases of Covid-19 infections and 12 fatalities in the previous 24 hours. According to ministry data updated

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AAP retains jailed Sanjay Singh and nominates DCW chief Swati Maliwal for the Rajya Sabha

For the 2018 Rajya Sabha elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has selected Swati Maliwal, the head of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), as its candidate. Swati Maliwal, who is renowned for her sup

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Delhi's maximum temperature falls below average, as a cold wave saturates UP and Haryana

Due to a combination of strong fog and chilly weather, the national capital had a maximum temperature dip of 7-8 degrees Celsius on Thursday compared to the season's average. During the next three day

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How Japan, a country known for being "earthquake resilient," fails its aging rural communities

After morning on Tuesday, the sights that met residents and rescue personnel in central Japan had an air of unfamiliarity. Families lounging in front of the TV on New Year's Day must have felt as thou

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Congress attack fosters idea of an India-Pakistan wedge while Mamata Banerjee is preoccupied serving PM Modi.

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, the leader of the West Bengal Congress, has taken aim at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, claiming that she is "busy serving" Prime Minister Narendra Modi, indicating a rift wit

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Rowan Atkinson will return to his vocal role in Mr. Bean: The Animated Series when it is renewed for a fourth season.

Featuring Rowan Atkinson's voice, Season 4 will consist of 52 11-minute episodes, making the total amount of episodes across all series 182 11-minute episodes. Beginning in 2025—the year that commemor

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An explosive threat is made against Kolkata's Indian Museum, but no bomb is found.

Police began a search operation at the more than 200-year-old repository on January 5 after receiving an email alleging bombs were stashed within Kolkata's famous Indian Museum, according to officials

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January 10: World Hindi Day

We unite annually on January 10th to commemorate World Hindi Day, an exciting event aimed at advancing the Hindi language around the globe. World Hindi Day broadens the recognition of Hindi worldw

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Chennai city is expecting heavy rain on January 7.

The first rainy spell of the year arrived in the city and the suburbs on Thursday thanks to a cool air and overcast skies. However, this might just be the beginning, since on January 7, the India Mete

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RBI Verifies That Post Offices Are Now Taking in Rs 2,000 Notes for Exchange

Post offices can now exchange Rs 2,000 notes, according to a statement from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). To return the Rs 2,000 notes, people are reportedly standing in line at RBI offices. On the

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Brief update: the BJP on Ajmal's statement that "Muslims stay indoors"; In the RFL case, ED raids nine offices; see all the recent news

Union minister Giriraj Singh chastised Badruddin Ajmal, the head of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF), on Saturday for allegedly advising Muslims to stay indoors between January 20 and 26.

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China will host Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu next week.

Next week will be the first visit to China for recently elected Maldivian president Mohamed Muizzu, following a falling out with his mentor Abdullah Yameen, who had led Male close to Beijing. Speculat

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Check out the details of the "cold day" notice that IMD has issued for these northern Indian states.

With temperatures expected to drop below 10 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a "cold day" warning for multiple states in the region on Friday amidst the cold wave that

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Discover everything there is to know about the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft from Alaska Airlines' mid-air window blowout.

Following a window and section of the fuselage blowing out shortly after takeoff in Portland, Oregon, US, Alaska Airlines grounded all of its Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft late on Friday. Following the w

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Future of Test cricket: Less India tours affecting non-Big Three teams

As a cricket One year into its existence, South Africa's new franchise league, the SA20, is the world cricket world's cursed kid. South Africa's cricket board, according to legends like Steve Waugh, d

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Crane risking fog landings at Delhi airport by "causing signal interference"

After interfering with the instrument landing system (ILS) signals and causing aviation officials to worry about safety, a crane at the Delhi airport that was being used for construction work on a hig

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Why and what does it signify that ISRO's Aditya spacecraft is at "L1"

7 January 2024

On September 2, 2023, ISRO launched Aditya-L1 with the goal of observing and advancing our knowledge of the Sun. On January 6, it reaches L1, or the first Sun-Earth Lagrangian point, its destination.

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What PM Sheikh Hasina's drive for victory and the elections in Bangladesh signify for India

7 January 2024

One of the lowest voter turnouts in the troubled history of Bangladesh was seen in the 12th general elections, which concluded on Sunday. After prime minister Sheikh Hasina rejected the opposition Ban

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Commemorating the boycott of the Maldives and its tourist destinations, Akshay Kumar and Sachin Tendulkar

7 January 2024

Following his recent visit to Lakshadweep, Prime Minister Modi posted pictures on social media that quickly went viral. His tweets including pictures of himself going on early walks and snorkeling att

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Why Maldives government officials and social media are outraged with India over PM Modi's visit to Lakshadweep

A social media spat between Maldivian politicians, government officials, and Indian social media users was sparked by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's weekend tweets on X, which promoted tour

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The Maldives has suspended three Deputy Ministers in response to India's complaint against the PM's offensive statements.

The problem of some members of President Mohamed Muizzu's government making derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi was "strongly raised" by the Indian High Commission in the Maldives on

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Smith has the opportunity to overtake Brian Lara's 400 record if he opens: Clarke's bold assertion that he might have the "greatest opener in the world"

Finding Australia's next opening batter is now a priority, as David Warner has now retired into the sunset. There is no doubt about it—Warner has held that position for thirteen years. It takes ti

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Galaxy S24 Ultra: Samsung's 2024 flagship smartphone

For the past few years, the greatest Android smartphone has been recognized as the Galaxy S series "Ultra" model. The South Korean giant's Ultra smartphone, which brought the best of both worlds when

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Ranveer Singh posts a picture of the Maldives while promoting travel to Lakshadweep.

Prime Minister Modi visited Lakshadweep during the first week of January and posted a few images showcasing the "stunning beauty of its islands". The Indian prime minister referred to his trip to the

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Walk Of Pride: Mohammed Shami walks after receiving the Arjuna Award from the president

Renowned Indian bowler Mohammed Shami, archers Ojas Pravin Deotale, Sheetal Devi, and Aditi Gopichand Swami, and wrestler Antim Panghal were among the celebrities who were presented with the Arjun

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Despite growing geopolitical risks, oil prices are losing steam in 2024; will gasoline and diesel prices also sink?

Crude oil prices are often influenced by geopolitical issues. This was the situation during Russia's invasion of Ukraine in the first part of 2022, which caused oil prices to spike above $100 per barr

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From the Krishna-Godavari Deep Water block, India starts "oil production," with a daily output capacity of 45,000 barrels.

The release of the "first oil" from Krishna Godavari Deep-Water Block 98/2 in the Bay of Bengal has been announced by Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri. This oil was ext

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India-Maldives dispute: all about Tata's two resorts in Lakshadweep that will bear the Taj name when they open in 2026

The islands of Suheli and Kadmat in Lakshadweep, an Indian archipelago that has gained attention following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit and the ensuing tensions with the Maldives, are the loca

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60% Kannada language on signboards is approved by the Karnataka cabinet.

The Cabinet approved an ordinance on Friday that mandates the use of 60% Kannada language on sign boards for businesses, institutions, and other establishments, following several days of intense langu

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Kashmir's Winter Problems: Residents Blame Climate Change as a Dry Spell Affects Tourism in the Valley

There has been an extraordinary shift in the weather in the Kashmir Valley. By now, most of the popular tourist destinations, including Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg, should have a good amount o

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Cape Town receives a demerit point for the second Test pitch between South Africa and India, according to the ICC.

The ICC has rated the surface used for the second Test match between India and South Africa as "unsatisfactory" after the contest finished in less than two days, making it the shortest Test match

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A cricketer in Mumbai grounds dies after being struck in the head by a ball from another match.

At Matunga's Major Dhadkar Maidan, tragedy struck during a cricket match on Monday when a player was hit on the head while fielding and died instantly. The 52-year-old dead, Jayesh Savla, participated

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Madhya Pradesh's Malwa and Chambal region saw unseasonal hailstorm and showers.

Parts of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat have had sporadic precipitation over the past 48 hours, but the plains of northern India are still waiting for the first winter rains of January 202

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Maldives may be impacted by the call for a boycott by Indian tourists following Modi's visit to Lakshadweep

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Lakshadweep and posted pictures of his journey on social media. Many commenters made the comparison between the islands and the Maldives, which are situat

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Bihar: Exam postponement due to university's failure to publish question papers

94 students at Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University (TMBU) were unable to complete their final paper for the second semester postgraduate Hindi exam on Tuesday due to unprinted question papers, marking a

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Box office receipts for Animal: Ranbir Kapoor picture joins the Rs 900 crore club, with ticket prices down to Rs 100

The Ranbir Kapoor movie Animal has been out for more than 40 days, and it is still a box office hit. The makers of Animal have announced that the ticket price has been lowered to Rs 100 in an effort t

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As Pran pratishtha at the Ayodhya Ram temple approaches: What precisely is this ritual, and how is it carried out?

The day of the idol's pran pratishtha at the Ram temple in Ayodhya is drawing near. A number of ceremonies will start on January 16 and the pran pratishtha ceremony will take place on January 22. Givi

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22-year-old dies after being struck by a car while pursuing actor Yash

Tuesday marked the death of the 22-year-old engineering student who had been hurt on Monday night, maybe as a result of an accident he had while pursuing the convoy of Kannada actor Yash, according to

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US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized for an infection following prostate cancer surgery.

The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center announced on Tuesday that US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was admitted to the hospital lately with a urinary tract infection as a result of a medical

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Another "cold day" arrives in Delhi. As fog descends upon the capital, review the seven-day weather forecast.

Due to "cold day" conditions in some areas of the city, a yellow alert has been issued. According to data from the India Meteorological Department, the city's minimum temperature was 7.1 degrees Celsi

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Ahead of the temple's opening, the CISF assumes control of Ayodhya airport security.

The Maharashi Valmiki International Airport security was taken over by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Wednesday, ahead of the idol's consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya

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Extended "dry" season in Himachal Pradesh has an impact on crops

After a 17-year hiatus, Himachal is enjoying a dry January, with no rain falling in the state for the first eight days. The region's crops are beginning to suffer from the lack of rain. Himachal P

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Even when EaseMyTrip cancels flights to the Maldives, Easy Trip Planners shares rise 6%.

In response to the disparaging remarks made by the now-suspended Maldivian ministers about India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his recent visit to Lakshadweep, Easy Trip Planners Ltd.

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Vamika, the daughter of Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli, turns three today.

After dating for a while, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in a small ceremony in Italy in 2017. On January 11, 2021, their daughter Vamika was welcomed. Early in life, celebrity child

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CM Yogi says five additional airports in Uttar Pradesh and 100 chartered flights to land in Ayodhya on January 22.

In advance of the eagerly awaited Ram temple consecration ceremony, the aviation infrastructure of the riverfront U.P. town expanded on Thursday with the introduction of the first tri-weekly aircr

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What led Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth to murder her kid, aged four?

A 39-year-old Bengaluru start-up CEO named Suchana Seth was detained on Monday night in Chitradurga and returned to Goa the following day. She is accused of killing her 4-year-old kid. Claiming that t

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West Bengali lesbian couple gets married in a temple in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh

In the Deoria area of Uttar Pradesh, a temple hosted a traditional wedding ceremony for a lesbian couple from West Bengal. South 24 Parganas district residents Jayashree Rahul (age 28) and Rakhi Das (

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Maldives doesn't rank in the top ten international locations for Indian tourists.

Despite not even being among the top 10 locations for Indian tourists traveling abroad, the Maldives' economy depends on India for tourism. Furthermore, when people are planning a vacation, the Maldiv

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Afghanistan is the epicentre of the earthquake, with tremors reported in Delhi-NCR.

There were tremors of an earthquake on Thursday afternoon in Delhi and the neighboring areas. The National Capital Region, comprising Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and Gurugram, also felt the earthquake

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With 'poor' AQI, Delhi NCR is still freezing, and heavy fog is causing 23 trains to be delayed.

On Friday, January 5, Delhi is still experiencing severe weather due to a cold wave that is continuing over the nation's capital. Due to heavy fog and "poor" air quality, Delhi and the NCR saw limited

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PM Modi debuts the longest sea bridge in India.

The longest bridge in the nation, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), was officially opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday in Maharashtra. The 21.8-kilometer, six-lane sea bridge, whi

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The Congress criticizes the BJP for allegedly "not listening" to Shankaracharyas.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir is still under construction, and Congress leader Pawan Khera has taken aim at the "thekedar" Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) for holding the "Pran Prathista" ceremony there. The Congres

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Prime Minister Modi starts an 11-day fast in advance of the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir.

Prior to the 'Pran Pratishtha' event on January 22 at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Friday that he would perform an 11-day anushthan (rituals). “Only 11 days are le

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After attacks on Red Sea ships, the US and the UK conduct extensive airstrikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Following several hijacking attempts on cargo ships along the Red Sea route, the US and the UK jointly commenced airstrikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Shortly after the Houthis claimed respon

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The 'Affluent' class in India is expected to exceed 100 million in three years, which will increase sales of luxury products.

Strong economic development, stable monetary policy, and rapid credit growth over the past ten years have increased the spending power of high-earning Indians, according to the report titled Rise of '

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Out of 16 states and UTs, Karnataka reported the most JN.1 cases.

According to statistics from the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG), the southern state of Karnataka reported the greatest number of JN.1 cases nationwide, at 214. Globally, the number of

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The essential information about Makar Sankranti 2024, including the date, time, significance, and celebrations

This year's Makar Sankranti celebration, which takes place on January 15, 2023, comes one day after Lohri. The Sankranti tithi on January 15 will be at 2:45 a.m., according to Drik Panchang. On th

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Instagram co-founders' Artifact news app will be shut down

The artificial intelligence (AI)-powered news app Artifact, which was developed by Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom, the inventors of Instagram, is closing. The CEO of the app, Systrom, revealed in a bl

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India vehemently denounces the British envoy's visit to Pakistan as "unacceptable."

The British envoy to Islamabad paid a visit to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), and India strongly objected to the visit on Saturday, citing it as a "unacceptable" breach of the nation's territorial i

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Greetings on Lohri 2024!

An important harvest festival in Punjab and Haryana, Lohri celebrates the conclusion of the winter solstice and the start of fresh beginnings. At this time of year, as the sun starts its northward tre

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ED raids TMC politicians' homes, one of them a minister from West Bengal.

In relation to an alleged recruitment scam in civic organizations, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) started raiding the homes of West Bengal minister Sujit Bose and at least two other leading Trinamoo

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Who are the four Shankaracharyas who have declined to attend the Jan. 22 Ram Mandir event?

Though two of them have released statements endorsing the event, the top four Sanatan Hindu Dharma spiritual leaders, popularly referred to as "Shankaracharyas," have chosen not to attend the cons

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The first multimodal airport in India is set to open in Navi Mumbai, according to Scindia

Jyotiraditya Scindia, the union minister of civil aviation, directed CIDCO to expedite the process of connecting roads to the airport during her Saturday visit to the Navi Mumbai International Airport

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Consecration of the Ram Temple: Amitabh Bachchan purchases a site for his Ayodhya house

The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL), a Mumbai-based developer, has acquired a plot in The Sarayu, a seven-star mixed-use community in Ayodhya, from Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan. Real estate sect

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Ten aircraft were diverted, twenty were canceled, and more than 400 were delayed due to fog in Delhi.

Thousands of travelers were left waiting for hours on end by the thick fog that disrupted aircraft and rail operations in the Capital for about 11 hours on Sunday, according to airport and railway off

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Without snowfall, the people of Himachal Pradesh become "glacier men."

Even though it is mid-January, Shimla, the former capital of British India, has not yet seen the first snowfall of the season. Due to the State capital's unpredictable, abrupt, and declining trend of

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The Ram Lalla idol created by sculptor Arun Yogiraj will be placed in the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

Renowned Mysorean sculptor Yogiraj comes from a five-generation family of sculptors. Early on in life, Yogiraj was greatly impacted by his father Yogiraj and grandpa Basavanna Shilpi, who was supp

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While party officials visited Ayodhya, the Congress flag got damaged outside the Ram shrine.

A fight broke out on Monday at the Ram temple in Ayodhya after a few individuals were observed vandalizing the Congress flag outside the temple. The flag is being stolen and damaged by people in a vid

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Lack of snowfall in the hills could cause the spring to be warmer.

The tourism industry in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh has been negatively impacted by dry, snowless peaks, but the underlying causes will have a more concerning effect on the coming months as they

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Dhoni receives an invitation to Ram temple, and a Russian flyer discloses what transpired on an IndiGo flight

The passengers on the Delhi-Goa flight on Sunday were furious because of the 13-hour delay, and some even accused the captain of making matters worse. Evgenia Belskaia, a Russian model and actor, was

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The first seven-star vegetarian restaurant in the world will shortly open in Ayodhya.

He declared that a plan for a seven-star vegetarian hotel in Ayodhya had been received by the government, just before the Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir inauguration on January 22. Developers and hotelier

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The day of the inauguration of the Ram Temple, Mamata Banerjee presents the action plan of the TMC.

On Tuesday, Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal and the leader of the Trinamool Congress, revealed her schedule for January 22, the day of the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The

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Thirty flights were delayed and trains were impacted by the heavy fog in Delhi as the cold gripped northern India.

On Tuesday, the people of Delhi woke up to thick fog and bitter cold temperatures that also affected aircraft and rail operations. As a result, hundreds of travelers were forced to wait for hours at a

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India is wary of the new members of BRICS due to Chinese influence

Hung Tran, a non-resident senior scholar at the Atlantic Council's GeoEconomics Center, wrote in an essay that the dispute between China and India over membership expansion will "shape the prospects o

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All the information you need to understand Samsung's generative AI wager at Galaxy Unpacked 2024

It appears that Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17 will serve as a significant platform for showcasing generative AI in smartphones. While enhanced hardware, such as sharper cameras and viv

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The seven-day ceremonies to consecrate the Ayodhya Ram temple are set to commence today.