Outrage erupted in Vaishali, Bihar, when a Mahadalit family, denied access to the cremation ground, set ablaze the body of their elderly relative smack in the middle of a busy road. The dramatic confrontation in Sondho Mubarakpur’s Manjhi Tola exposed simmering tensions over illegal occupations that have choked off vital pathways for years. It started innocently enough: an elderly woman passed away, and her kin set out for the traditional shamshan ghat. But shop owners, who had encroached upon the narrow lane, refused to budge. What followed was a standoff that ended with the family making a bold, heartbreaking statement…
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On the 78th martyrdom anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, India’s political landscape united in homage. Union Home Minister Amit Shah spearheaded the tributes from BJP leaders, sharing poignant messages that revisited Gandhi’s monumental contributions to the nation’s freedom. In a moving post on X, Shah bowed countless times to Gandhi, crediting him with bridging divides of language, region, and caste to broaden the independence movement. Gandhi’s holistic vision—merging self-reliance, freedom, and sanitation—paints an aspirational picture of India’s future, one that continues to motivate, according to Shah. Yogi Adityanath, UP’s CM, paid repeated obeisance, celebrating Bapu’s truthful conduct, unyielding non-violence, and universal…
Virat Kohli, the batting maestro and former Indian captain, has gone off the grid on Instagram. With 274 million followers, his account deactivation on Friday morning sent shockwaves through the cricket fraternity and beyond. No reasons have been disclosed by Kohli, Anushka Sharma, or Meta. The void left by his profile has fans theorizing wildly: Is it a publicity stunt? A quest for mental serenity? Or preparation for something bigger? ‘Virat needs this break to reset,’ said a supporter, pointing to the relentless scrutiny athletes face online. Kohli’s decision underscores a broader trend where celebrities disconnect to combat social media…
In a bombshell development, prominent Bhojpuri actress Aakanksha Awasthi and her husband stand accused of orchestrating a massive 11.5 crore rupee fraud. The Pantnagar police in Mumbai have launched a full probe after businessman Hitesh Kantilal Ajmera lodged a formal complaint, triggering an FIR under key provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Ajmera, who runs a customs clearance business, fell prey to a meticulously crafted con. The accused duo, Vivek Kumar (aka Abhishek Kumar Singh Chauhan) and Aakanksha, projected an image of film industry heavyweights. They flaunted their ‘AKS Pathshala Entertainment’ studio in Andheri West as a thriving center for…
ALAPPUZHA, January 30 – Vellappally Natesan, the influential General Secretary of SNDP Yogam, a key organization for Kerala’s Ezhava community, was overwhelmed with gratitude as he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bestowing upon him the Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian honors. ‘I never dreamed of receiving the Padma Bhushan,’ Natesan admitted, crediting unknown well-wishers who compiled and submitted his credentials without state government intervention. In a pointed conversation with reporters, Natesan didn’t hold back his criticism of the Congress party’s unholy alliance with the Muslim League. He portrayed the League as a vote-driven religious powerhouse that sows…
President Donald Trump is turning up the heat on America’s northern neighbor, threatening massive tariffs in a dispute over private jet certifications. On January 30 from Washington, Trump accused Canadian regulators of stonewalling Gulfstream’s elite fleet: the G500, G600, G700, and G800. ‘These are the world’s best jets, yet Canada illegally denies them certification,’ he blasted on Truth Social. This isn’t mere rhetoric. Trump vowed to yank approvals for Bombardier’s Global Express and all Canadian aircraft until parity is restored. He portrayed it as essential justice for Gulfstream, an American icon struggling to penetrate the Canadian market due to what…
Raipur Central Jail, long touted as Chhattisgarh’s safest lockup, is under fire after a brazen security violation. A girlfriend slipped a smartphone past checkpoints into the visitor room, filming her prisoner boyfriend’s birthday celebration. Now viral online, the video has triggered panic among police ranks and ignited debates on prison vulnerabilities. Emotional and unfiltered, the clip shows the woman pouring out her feelings. She laments to the lens, ‘My boyfriend’s birthday is today, so I’m here at central jail. It hurts so much that we can’t celebrate together outside.’ Moments later, she’s seen conversing with him through the partition, turning…
Modern life has turned healthy living into a challenge. Irregular meals, screen addiction, and stress deplete our body’s water balance, hitting skin, stomach, and joints hardest. Yoga’s hand gestures, or mudras, provide an accessible fix. Varun Mudra, linked to the water element, is praised in traditional systems for countering dehydration-related ailments effectively. Yogic texts explain that water governs fluidity in our system. Deficiency shows as rough skin, sluggish bowels, and creaky joints. This mudra realigns water energy, fostering hydration from within and alleviating multiple symptoms progressively. Start with skin health: Dehydrated complexions from low water and harsh cosmetics improve markedly.…
As the lunar calendar unfolds, January 31 brings forth Magha Shukla Trayodashi until 8:25 AM, a tithi revered for its spiritual potency in Hindu traditions. Devotees are urged to align their rituals with the Panchang’s guidance for optimal results. Chaturdashi takes over post-Trayodashi, lasting until February 1 morning. This Saturday amplifies the sanctity of worship dedicated to Shani Dev, Lord Shiva, and mighty Hanuman. Chanting sacred texts like Hanuman Chalisa or Sunderkand, alongside methodical poojas, invites wish fulfillment and protection. Celestial movements feature Moon’s entry into Mithun rashi. Punarvasu nakshatra holds till late night 1:34 AM, succeeded by Pushya. Vishkambha…
President Donald Trump revealed a major diplomatic win: Russia will refrain from striking Kyiv and other Ukrainian urban centers for one week amid extreme winter chills. The decision, announced January 30 from Washington, stems from humanitarian concerns as sub-zero temperatures exacerbate civilian suffering. Special envoy Steve Witkoff updated the cabinet on surging peace talks momentum. ‘Progress since Geneva outpaces the last four years,’ he quoted Ukrainian counterparts. Key was a Sunday meeting in Abu Dhabi alongside five Russian generals, fostering solid headway. Further rounds are planned soon. Witkoff highlighted advanced drafts for a security protocol and prosperity pact. ‘Ukrainians sense…