The Indian equity benchmarks opened with gains on Friday, as Sensex edged up 28 points to settle at 82,335 and Nifty rose 55 points to 25,344 in a flat-to-positive start. This comes after a week of volatility driven by institutional activity. Sectoral trends painted a mixed picture at the opening bell. Metals and IT indices spearheaded the advance, with healthcare, pharmaceuticals, consumer durables, commodities, private banks, and automobiles following suit in positive territory. Contrastingly, realty, energy, FMCG, PSU banks, defense, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors faced headwinds, trading lower as investors rotated out of these spaces. Strength was evident…
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Television heartthrob Karan Patel is making waves with his confirmed participation in the high-octane reality series ‘The 50’. As anticipation builds, the actor dishes on what swayed him towards this cerebral contest, firmly distancing himself from Bigg Boss-style mayhem. Patel laid bare his philosophy on reality TV. ‘Before committing, I dig into the show’s purpose,’ he told us. ‘Bigg Boss is built on perpetual drama, clashes, and emotional turmoil – none of which resonate with me personally. That toxic atmosphere of non-stop negativity kept me away for years.’ Turning to ‘The 50’, his enthusiasm was palpable. ‘Competition here is fueled…
WORLI, MUMBAI – Tension gripped Mumbai’s bustling Worli Police Camp as a middle-aged man attempted to abduct a police sub-inspector’s young son, only to be nabbed red-handed by a heroic mother and neighborhood watchdogs. The January 23 incident highlights the perils lurking in urban shadows and the power of collective action. Sachin Tawre, a dedicated sub-inspector at Colaba station, and his wife Komal were going about their evening routine when horror struck. Their five-year-old, Smayts, had ventured out briefly with a playmate for some evening munchies. The eight-year-old companion burst back home, stammering that a stranger was manhandling the boy…
As Parakram Diwas approaches on January 23, the nation reflects on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s fearless legacy, a figure whose life has fueled countless screen adaptations across decades. Declared official in 2021, this day spotlights his discipline and devotion, themes echoed powerfully in cinema and beyond. One of the pioneering efforts was the 1966 Bengali classic ‘Subhas Chandra.’ Under Piyush Bose’s direction, Samar Kumar brought to life Netaji’s journey from a promising student to a resolute patriot. The narrative traces his education, ICS triumph, and ultimate rejection of colonial service, presented with heartfelt simplicity that resonates emotionally. Shyam Benegal’s 2004…
Delhi’s law enforcement has swung into action with an FIR against SFJ chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, accusing him of plotting disturbances in the capital during Republic Day festivities. Filed on Friday, the case underscores the gravity of threats issued via social media. Under BNS sections 196, 197, 152, and 61, the FIR covers sedition-like offenses, challenges to national integrity, and public safety risks. Pannun’s video message allegedly boasted of Khalistani sleeper cells pasting propaganda posters in north-west Delhi neighborhoods such as Rohini and Dabri. Special Cell teams conducted thorough checks but found no evidence of the claimed posters. The probe…
In a glowing tribute, Simon Doull has crowned Rinku Singh as one of the premier T20 finishers globally, lamenting the limited international exposure the star has received. The comments came hot on the heels of Rinku’s match-winning blitz in India’s first T20 triumph over New Zealand in Nagpur. Doull, known for his sharp insights as a commentator, shared his views on JioHotstar. ‘Rinku just needs to bat in the finishing role – he’s phenomenal at it. Small stature, massive power,’ he emphasized. Bowlers dread facing him late in the innings due to his uncanny knack for getting under the ball.…
On Parakram Diwas, commemorating the birth of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, top Congress figures including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi paid glowing tributes to the fearless revolutionary. The event highlighted Netaji’s role in galvanizing the independence movement through the Azad Hind Fauj and his enduring anti-communal stance. Kharge’s message on X platform resonated deeply: He lauded the ‘great freedom fighter, former Congress president, and our eternal inspiration’ for awakening revolutionary fervor with battle cries that stirred the nation’s soul. Netaji’s devotion to India and rejection of sectarianism, Kharge noted, propel us towards selfless service. Rahul Gandhi described Netaji as a…
Washington is buzzing as senior Democrats Rep. Becca Balint and Rep. Pramila Jayapal launch a direct assault on Meta and Google. In separate letters to CEOs Mark Zuckerberg and Sundar Pichai, they expose a disturbing use of the platforms by ICE for ads laced with white nationalist language, targeting vulnerable communities to bolster enforcement ranks. The recruitment blitz targets major U.S. cities, promising quick deployments with incentives like hefty bonuses and no age caps. Critics argue this lowers the bar for who carries out deportations, potentially flooding streets with undertrained personnel. One glaring example: an Instagram ad declaring ‘Our home…
Chronic stress is silently wreaking havoc on modern lifestyles, manifesting as hormonal chaos, fatigue, mood disorders, and compromised immunity. As life accelerates, the ancient wisdom of yoga, promoted by India’s AYUSH Ministry, offers Yoni Mudra—a deceptively simple pose with transformative power for inner peace and health restoration. To practice, assume a stable seated posture like easy pose or lotus, shut your eyes, and interlock your fingers into the Yoni formation. Breathe deeply and meditate, allowing external distractions to fade. AYUSH highlights how this quiets the nervous system, dissolving mental noise into serene stillness. Consistent sessions reduce stress hormone levels, providing…
A sudden shift in weather patterns has enveloped the National Capital Region in a blanket of clouds and chill since late Thursday. Friday dawned with intermittent showers and brisk winds battering Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and nearby suburbs, signaling the return of winter’s bite. The IMD warns of dense cloud cover persisting all day, slashing sunlight and driving down mercury levels. Expect a tangible drop in daytime highs, with maximum temperatures hovering near 19°C and minimums at 12°C on January 23. Scattered spells of moderate rain, gusty winds up to 40 km/h, thunder, and lightning are on the cards. The trend…