In a fiery exchange from Gandhinagar, BJP spokesperson Rohan Gupta launched a scathing attack on Congress after Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge dubbed the RSS as the nation’s most corrupt entity. Gupta’s response was swift and pointed. Citing a fresh US report, Gupta questioned the Congress-Pakistan nexus. ‘The same document maligns RAW. Does the opposition believe every word in it, including the hits on our spy agency?’ he challenged, calling it evidence of a deeper malaise. He criticized the opposition for habitually siding with adversaries during national crises. ‘Opposition isn’t about blanket rejection; it’s about national duty,’ Gupta stated firmly. On…
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Warehouses in China’s export powerhouse Yiwu are bursting at the seams, a direct fallout from the raging Middle East war. Once a seamless hub dispatching goods to American retail behemoths and Middle Eastern markets, the city now grapples with stalled shipments and soaring logistics nightmares. Reports detail a dramatic surge in shipping rates—up fivefold to $6,000 per container—fueled by heightened risks in conflict zones. Tuesday’s assault on a tanker in the Persian Gulf has importers worldwide hitting pause, wary of navigating hostile seas patrolled by threats. This chaos illuminates the broader impact on global logistics, with the Strait of Hormuz…
A dramatic twist in Indian wrestling trials has propelled Meenakshi Goyal into the spotlight ahead of the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from April 6-12. The 25-year-old from Haryana, known for her tenacity in the 50kg category, made a bold move to 53kg and emerged victorious by defeating Olympic hopeful Antim Panghal in the final showdown. This wasn’t just any win; it was redemption. Meenakshi had lost to Antim twice before in trials, but her rigorous training under coach Kuldeep Malik paid off in spectacular fashion. The bout was a spectacle of endurance and skill, with both wrestlers…
A fierce backlash has hit the film ‘KD: The Devil’ after a formal complaint landed at the National Commission for Women (NCW) targeting its hit song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’. Described as grossly obscene and demeaning to women, the track has ignited demands for severe penalties from regulators. With Nora Fatehi’s sizzling performance alongside Sanjay Dutt, the song exists in Hindi and Kannada renditions, but its lyrics have crossed red lines. The complainant accuses it of blatantly disrespecting women’s dignity by portraying them as commodities, a narrative that normalizes toxic attitudes especially among impressionable youth. ‘Such content poisons young minds…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dropped a bombshell on social media Tuesday, claiming responsibility for the deaths of key Iranian military figures Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Suleimani. Larijani, the purported chief of the Revolutionary Guards, and Suleimani, a top Basij operative terrorizing Iranian cities, were taken out in a precision operation, according to Netanyahu’s X post. This move, Netanyahu explained, targets the shadowy power brokers truly controlling Iran, aiming to erode the regime’s grip and empower its citizens to overthrow it. He cautioned that liberation won’t come overnight, but sustained pressure will create opportunities for change. The operation underscores deepening…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is cracking down on vulgar content in Bollywood with swift action against the song ‘Sarqe Chunari Teri’ from ‘KD: The Devil’. Notices have been served to multiple government bodies, requiring action taken reports in just 14 days. Described as obscene and arousal-inducing, the track’s lyrics are deemed unfit for children and adolescents. Its rampant availability across TV channels, YouTube, Instagram, and other digital spaces poses a direct threat to the mental health and ethical growth of the younger generation. NHRC Member Priyank Kanungo’s bench invoked human rights laws to address this issue head-on. The…
As West Bengal gears up for Assembly polls, TMC has unveiled its full list of candidates, nominating Mohammad Tausif Rahman for Bashirhat Uttar. In his first reaction post-ticket announcement, Rahman dismissed any notion of a tough fight, predicting a smooth sail to victory. In an interview here, the TMC hopeful credited the party’s grassroots machinery. ‘There’s no battle ahead because Didi and the party are with the people. Mamata Banerjee is the only face that matters across all seats,’ he declared confidently. Rahman drew an analogy to diligent students versus procrastinators. ‘TMC workers toil every single day of the year.…
The ripple effects of West Asia’s brewing storm have reached Indian shores, leaving foreign visitors in limbo. With airlines slashing routes and canceling flights, the Indian government has unveiled a lifeline of immigration relaxations to help them return home safely. Announced Tuesday, the package offers free visa extensions for up to a month on all types—regular or e-visa—for citizens of impacted countries. Regional Foreigners Registration Offices will handle approvals individually, ensuring fairness. Overstays triggered by post-February 28 disruptions come with zero penalties. Exit permits are complimentary, and opting out of extensions or permits won’t invite legal trouble. Flight diversions? Temporary…
Varanasi, the city of Shiva, has long been a cradle of Indian classical music, its narrow lanes fragrant with ragas and rhythms. On August 8, 1908, it gifted the world Siddheshwari Devi, the ‘Maa’ of Banaras whose thumris redefined emotional expression. Crowned ‘Thumri Queen’ by the illustrious Kesarbai Kerkar, she wove magic across genres, leaving an indelible mark on Hindustani music. Hailing from Kabir Chaura’s musical lineage, her childhood moniker ‘Golu’ was swiftly replaced by the auspicious ‘Siddheshwari Devi’ on a jyotishi’s advice. Mentored by stalwarts including Pandit Siya Ji Mishra, Bade Ramdas Ji, Ustad Rajjab Ali Khan, and Inayat…
Former J&K DGP SP Vaid unleashed a blistering attack on Rahul Gandhi, branding the Congress MP’s parliamentary antics as a grave insult to democratic institutions. From Jammu, Vaid recounted how Gandhi’s group turned the Lok Sabha stairs into a picnic spot, munching snacks and chanting amid stalled proceedings – a scene that compelled ex-officials from various services to demand an apology. ‘Despite Speaker Birla’s pleas for restraint, Rahul persists in immature behavior unfit for his stature,’ Vaid told media. He critiqued Gandhi’s speeches as scattered and ineffective, failing to address core issues or challenge the government meaningfully, often reducing to…