Kalyani witnessed a batting masterclass as Bengal’s Sudeep Chatterjee celebrated his maiden first-class double hundred, steering his team to 519 all out against Services in Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C action. The 209-run epic came off 327 balls on a placid track, underlining Chatterjee’s resurgence in domestic cricket. Opting to field first, Services watched helplessly as Chatterjee and Easwaran forged a 151-run opening partnership. The captain’s 81 set a firm foundation before Chatterjee took charge, partnering with Shahbaz (38) for 73 and Gupta (36) for 62. The innings-defining moment arrived with a 147-run alliance with Gandhi (91*), pushing Bengal past 500.…
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Every January 26, India celebrates Republic Day, honoring the Constitution that shapes our democracy. For children, it’s school parades and fluttering flags; for adults, it evokes pride in heritage and national dreams. Stars from Sun Neo’s lineup open up about how this day resonates uniquely in their lives, emphasizing patriotism beyond symbolism. In the romantic thriller ‘Divya Prem: A Tale of Love and Mystery,’ Suraj Pratap Singh shares heartfelt childhood anecdotes. Dressed in pristine white, he’d wave the tricolor while glued to the Republic Day parade. ‘Family cheers, patriotic anthems – it instilled a deep sense of belonging I still…
In a major boost to India’s clean energy ambitions, Adani Green Energy Limited announced a 37% surge in energy sales for the first nine months of FY26 compared to the previous year. Capacity buildup and operational excellence drove this performance, highlighting AGEL’s dominance in renewables. Operational capacity expanded dramatically by 48% to 17.2 GW year-on-year. The company commissioned 5.6 GW in greenfield projects during this timeframe, capturing 14% of India’s newly added solar and wind capacities. Notably, this nine-month addition surpasses 90% of FY25’s total capacity increase. On the financial front, income jumped 25% to Rs 8,508 crore, with EBITDA…
Bihar Police’s SIT has concluded its probe into the death of a NEET student at a Patna hostel, delivering a detailed dossier to DGP on Friday. The investigation sifted through more than 40 CCTV recordings and grilled over 15 witnesses, uncovering disturbing details in the process. The student, preparing rigorously for NEET at Shambhu Girls Hostel, was found in dire condition on January 11 in Chitragupt Nagar. Her demise sparked protests and political furor, forcing the government to launch a dedicated SIT. From Jehanabad hometown footage to Patna’s streets and medical facilities, every frame was examined. The team zeroed in…
Raipur came alive with the spirited launch of the 2026 Literature Festival, a three-day celebration of words and wisdom presided over by Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai. Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh served as chief guest at the Vinod Kumar Shukla Mandap, joined by Deputy CM Arun Sao, Dr. Kumud Sharma, and theater maestro Manoj Joshi. The inauguration featured book releases galore: a 25-year Chhattisgarh anniversary publication, a coffee table tome on its literary legacy, and new works like ‘National Selfhood in Science’ by J. Nandakumar, ‘Red Walls, White Lies’ by Prof. Anshu Joshi, and ‘Your Rule Won’t Come’ by…
Cuttack buzzed with patriotic fervor as Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar—no, wait, C.P. Radhakrishnan—touched down in Odisha on his inaugural trip, joining celebrations at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s birthplace for Parakram Diwas. Born on this day in 1897, Netaji’s legacy of audacity and resolve still resonates deeply across the nation. A high-profile reception awaited him at Bhubaneswar airport, complete with salutes from Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, CM Mohan Charan Majhi, and key officials. The guard of honor set a solemn yet spirited tone for the day. Evoking the INA’s iconic anthem, Radhakrishnan addressed the audience: Netaji’s call to action fuels…
Badminton queen Saina Nehwal has hung up her racket, marking the end of an era for Indian sports. Virat Kohli, PV Sindhu, and Yuvraj Singh led the chorus of admiration for her trailblazing journey plagued by injuries. Kohli’s message on X was emotional: ‘Congratulations on your brilliant career, Saina. You’ve earned Indian badminton global respect. Here’s to a blissful retirement – India salutes you.’ Double Olympic medalist Sindhu added, ‘Best wishes, Saina. Grateful for your dedication to Indian badminton. May this new phase bring you joy and serenity.’ Yuvraj lauded her influence: ‘Played brilliantly, Saina. Kudos for an incredible career…
In a raw and revealing podcast appearance with Soha Ali Khan, Aashnoor Kaur, the former child star turned leading lady, didn’t hold back on her Bigg Boss 19 experience. The show, known for its drama, left her grappling with body image critiques amid a poisonous house dynamic. Aashnoor traced her challenges back to childhood, where public eyes demanded an idealized body. The entertainment world and societal norms made healthy living a battleground. She spoke of emotional baggage accumulating in the body, stressing the need for patience, calm, and kindness towards oneself. Addressing the show’s toxicity head-on, she noted how housemates,…
A prominent religious figure from Patna’s Matri Udbodhan Ashram has publicly rebuked Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati for flouting the norms expected of a Shankaracharya. Satyendra Ji Maharaj insists that discipline forms the cornerstone of a guru’s teachings, a principle Avimukteshwaranand blatantly ignores. In detailed remarks, Satyendra Ji traced the lineage back to Adi Shankaracharya, who founded four key mathas to safeguard Hindu traditions. ‘Their leaders embody restraint and cooperation with established systems,’ he noted. Yet, Avimukteshwaranand repeatedly courts controversy, unlike his peers. The flashpoint was the January 17 incident at Prayagraj’s ongoing Maha Kumbh. Avimukteshwaranand’s arrival in a traditional palanquin at…
Indian equities faced a rude jolt on Friday as benchmark indices closed sharply lower following heavy selling across sectors. The Sensex lost 769.67 points (0.94%) to end at 81,537.70, and Nifty declined 241.25 points (0.95%) at 25,048.65, painting a grim picture for investors. The pressure was most evident in realty and public sector banking spaces. Nifty Realty nosedived 3.34%, with PSU Bank index down 2.27%, Energy 1.92%, Defence 1.80%, Infrastructure 1.69%, PSE 1.54%, and Commodities 1.38%. This sectoral rout ensured almost all prominent indices ended in the red. Sensex gainers included Tech Mahindra, HUL, Infosys, Asian Paints, TCS, Titan, and…