Shashi Tharoor, the articulate Congress parliamentarian from Thiruvananthapuram, ended days of speculation Saturday by explaining his decision to skip a key high command meeting in Delhi. From Kozhikode, where he was promoting his latest book, Tharoor stressed that his absence carried no political weight and that he had pre-informed party bosses about his unavailability. Friday’s session, led by central leadership, delved into Kerala assembly election blueprints. Tharoor’s decision not to attend ignited a media frenzy, with outlets speculating on rifts stemming from a Kochi meeting where Rahul Gandhi was present. Whispers of Tharoor’s frustration over perceived slights quickly escalated into…
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Mumbai’s film scene is buzzing with patriotic fervor as the first song from Salman Khan’s ‘Battle of Galwan’ drops just days before Republic Day. Titled ‘Matribhumi’, this melodic tribute to the motherland has gone viral, resonating deeply with audiences across India. Vocally led by the dynamic trio of Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, and Master Sunny Dharmakot, the track’s lyrics by Sameer Anjaan and score by Himesh Reshammiya promise to be an instant classic. Salman Khan, portraying the brave Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, posted the song on Instagram, igniting a wave of excitement among his massive fanbase. Social media is abuzz…
A chilling scene unfolded in Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, when rescuers pulled the lifeless bodies of a mother and her baby boy from a municipal well late Friday night, discovered Saturday. The shocking find in Tendukheda area’s Ward No. 1 has sparked a full-scale police investigation amid suspicions of foul play or despair. Eyewitnesses described the moment a routine check by a civic employee turned nightmarish: two bodies bobbing in the water. Police cordoned off the site, extracted the remains amid a crowd of horrified locals, and rushed them to the morgue for autopsy. Identified as 35-year-old Jayanti Kevat and…
Donald Trump didn’t hold back, ousting Canada’s Mark Carney from his prestigious Board of Peace and delivering a blunt message: Get too friendly with China, and they’ll devour you within a year. The dramatic move underscores deepening rifts between the U.S. and its northern ally over defense and trade. Posting on Truth Social, Trump lambasted Canada for rejecting the Golden Dome project—a next-gen shield modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome, set to guard Greenland and the Arctic. He pointed out Canada’s vote supporting trade with China as a dangerous misstep. ‘They’ll eat Canada alive!’ he warned. Trump envisions the system as…
The ripples of Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup 2026 boycott are hitting hard, with former BCB heavyweight Syed Ashraful Haq predicting a lonely path ahead for the board in world cricket. Players’ quiet grumbles have turned into vocal outrage, questioning the board’s alignment with a short-lived regime. In a scathing critique, Haq highlighted how the BCB’s government-controlled administration has jeopardized the nation’s cricketing legacy. “Bending to a soon-departing government’s whims is tragic,” he said. “This isolation tactic paints Bangladesh as a problematic entity, robbing players of their shot at World Cup glory with lasting repercussions.” He argued for player-led decisions on…
Rudraprayag, January 24: Kedarnath Dham, nestled in Uttarakhand’s snow-capped heights, witnesses its first major snowfall of the season. Over the last day, relentless flurries have buried the valley under thick layers of snow, plummeting mercury to sub-zero levels. Despite nature’s fury, the shrine’s protectors—ITBP and Uttarakhand Police—remain ever vigilant. Braving sub-zero chills, howling gales, and snow-clogged trails, these dedicated officers execute their duties with precision. Continuous patrols cover the temple complex, vulnerable zones, and vital pathways. Snow clearance operations, pathway maintenance, and emergency readiness define their routine. Unified teams from ITBP and state police operate on heightened alert. They keep…
Chhattisgarh is gearing up to redefine India’s filmmaking landscape with the foundation laying of Chitrutpala International Film City in Nava Raipur’s Atal Nagar. Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai spearheaded the ceremony on Saturday, marking the birth of what promises to be the country’s first truly world-class film destination alongside a Tribal & Cultural Convention Center. A joint venture between Rajnandini Entertainment Limited and Inderdeep Infra Limited, this end-to-end platform targets film, culture, and creative sectors. Spanning 95 acres in its initial phase, it weaves together cinema studios, cultural venues, commercial spaces, tourism hotspots, and job-generating hubs. Backed by the central…
A dynamic weather pattern is unfolding over northern India, driven by a persistent Western Disturbance. Hill states like Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal, and Uttarakhand have been battered by heavy snow and rain, while Punjab faced downpours. Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan brace for scattered showers and gusty winds. As per expert insights, the system’s progression triggers northwest winds, slashing temperatures notably on Saturday mornings—down to as low as 8°C in spots. A fresh disturbance looms, targeting key regions including Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab, and beyond from January 26 onwards, peaking on the 27th and 28th. Expect intense snow in mountains and…
In a boost to India’s employability landscape, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) 4.0 has skilled 27.08 lakh youth in 38 sectors by December 7, 2025, covering 36 states and 732 districts. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship revealed these figures, highlighting the scheme’s rapid scale-up since its April 2024 rollout. Key sectors like IT/ITeS, aviation, farming, rubber, leather, and tourism have seen over 7.5 lakh trainees in 34 states and 670 districts. What started as a small short-term training program has evolved into a massive, market-responsive system over four iterations, preparing youth for modern job markets. Innovation is…
In the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh’s Test skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto has publicly challenged the Bangladesh Cricket Board to restore order and continuity to the nation’s beloved cricket. His comments, delivered post a Bangladesh Premier League game, come at a pivotal moment as the country’s T20 World Cup involvement teeters on the brink due to administrative standoffs. ‘Off-field issues have crippled cricket in recent years,’ Shanto remarked candidly during the media interaction. He implored board officials to collaborate on resolutions that prioritize the game’s survival. ‘Strong administration and defined strategies are non-negotiable; otherwise, endless doubts will harm players and the…