In a pointed critique, Shiv Sena’s national spokesperson Shaina NC accused Sanjay Raut of shunning real policy discourse in favor of vacation-style politics. Amid ongoing Maharashtra developments, NC contrasted Raut’s approach with the high-stakes engagements at Davos, underscoring India’s push for global investments. ‘Davos hosts a powerhouse assembly: top CEOs, state leaders, and central ministers focused on drawing funds to defense, chips, green energy, tech gadgets, and infra projects,’ NC told reporters. This effort supports PM Modi’s blueprint for a developed Maharashtra, Mumbai, and India by 2047. Those versed in supply chain economics, urban planning, schooling, and international tensions, she…
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French President Emmanuel Macron stirred the pot in Davos by demanding NATO conduct military drills in Greenland, vowing France’s complete involvement. The assertion prompted a sharp rebuke from Scott Bessent, Trump’s pick for Treasury Secretary, who urged the French leader to prioritize his nation’s faltering finances. According to sources close to Macron’s office, the call for exercises in the ice-covered island emerged Wednesday amid heightened U.S. interest. Bessent, responding in Davos, quipped that Macron should shift his attention to France’s ‘ailing budget’ and the concerns of its citizens rather than Arctic adventures. This clash unfolds against a backdrop of U.S.…
The wait for IPL 2026’s schedule continues as BCCI navigates a perfect storm of state elections and unresolved team venues. With assembly polls looming in multiple regions, the board refuses to risk overlapping dates that could disrupt matches or voting. Adding to the delay, RR and RCB must finalize their home turfs promptly. RR’s Jaipur stadium is mired in governance troubles at the Rajasthan Cricket Association, prompting BCCI to eye Pune’s MCA Stadium as a reliable alternative. Guwahati’s Barsapara has been a secondary option before. RCB eyes stability at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy, now greenlit for major cricket post recent approvals—but…
In a poignant Instagram update, Bollywood actor Rohit Roy unveiled the soul-stirring side of his biking obsession. The video he posted features him gliding effortlessly on his prized motorcycle, helmet secured, pausing for stylish shots that highlight his riding prowess. This isn’t casual recreation for Roy—it’s a lifelong romance. ‘My motorcycle is more than metal and wheels; it’s an eternal sensation,’ he writes. Riding brings him unparalleled peace: helmet on, mind clears, and life’s noise vanishes into the wind. He cherishes the bike as his ‘happy place,’ a companion through joys and journeys. Envisioning a future handover to his child,…
The Supreme Court has thrown its weight behind safeguarding the Aravali mountain range, ordering an immediate freeze on the current situation and a complete clampdown on unauthorized mining. This decisive intervention aims to curb rampant environmental degradation in one of India’s most critical biodiversity hotspots. Chief Justice Suryakant, leading a trio of judges, heard arguments on Wednesday and announced plans for a court-monitored expert panel. The committee, to include domain specialists, will conduct an in-depth study and provide recommendations on Aravali conservation, functioning solely under judicial oversight. Rajasthan farmers’ counsel Raju Ramchandran urged the court to intervene against persistent breaches…
Davos 2026 buzzed with urgency as France and Canada’s leaders sounded the alarm on dominant powers’ aggression. US President Donald Trump’s dual play—joining World Economic Forum while boycotting France’s G7 emergency meet—set the tone for confrontation. Macron’s invite met Trump’s scoff: a public Truth Social post mocking the French president’s tenure. The real flashpoint? Trump’s Greenland takeover bid and Canada fixation, prompting a united front from forum attendees. Carney, Canada’s PM, delivered a powerhouse speech: ‘Big powers can go solo now. Middle powers? Team up or get served.’ He described a shattering global order, ending illusions of restraint in geopolitics.…
Amid the chaos of modern life, where meals are gulped down on the go, bathing often gets reduced to a quick rinse. Yet, Ayurveda reveals bathing as much more – a therapeutic ceremony that cleanses body, mind, and soul. Far from being just hygiene, this practice energizes the spirit, fortifies digestion, dispels drowsiness, fosters joy, diminishes negativity, enhances circulation, and eases exhaustion. It’s a daily reset for your entire being. Bathing regulates the body’s ‘agni’, improving metabolic functions and stabilizing core temperature. The flow of water stimulates rapid blood circulation, firing up digestive processes for better nutrient absorption. Research confirms…
Developers in India showed unwavering commitment to expansion in 2025, closing 126 land deals amounting to more than 3,772 acres, according to Anarock Research. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) emerged as the undisputed leader, securing 32 transactions over 500 acres, outpacing even 2024’s volume despite fewer deals. This surge reflects deep-seated optimism in the real estate sector, with builders targeting high-potential areas in top cities and beyond. Residential development dominated, claiming 96 deals and 1,877 acres across various city tiers, from bustling metros to promising peripheries. Anuj Puri, Anarock’s Chairman, pointed to MMR’s diverse pipeline: ‘From housing and offices to…
In a display of grit and skill, PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth advanced past the opening round of the Indonesia Masters 2026 here in Jakarta on Tuesday. Sindhu dismantled Japan’s Manami Suizu 22-20, 21-18 in women’s singles, while Srikanth survived a marathon against Koki Watanabe 21-15, 21-23, 24-22. Sindhu’s match was a rollercoaster. Down 2-11 early in the first game, she unleashed a six-point surge to level and eventually edge ahead. Her footwork and powerful clears overwhelmed Suizu, paving the way for a controlled second game victory. Srikanth started strongly, dominating the first game with sharp angles and smashes. The…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the foundation days of Meghalaya, Tripura, and Manipur with personalized letters to their leaders, shared prominently on X. These communications brimmed with admiration for the regions’ cultural depth, natural splendor, and indomitable spirit. In his note to Meghalaya’s Conrad Sangma, Modi depicted the state as a paradise of scenic wonders and time-honored traditions upheld by its indigenous tribes. He applauded the locals’ environmental ethos and initiatives uplifting women, calling them beacons of inspiration. The PM fondly remembered his Shillong trip in 2016 and honored P.A. Sangma’s contributions on his decennial remembrance, noting how his stewardship…