Prayagraj’s Kumbh Mela has turned into a battleground for a high-profile clash between Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and the local Mela Authority. In an explosive eight-page legal counter, the swami has rejected a notice branding his actions as fraudulent and called for its unconditional withdrawal. Issued with apparent malice, the notice questioned the swami’s right to use the prestigious Jagadguru Shankaracharya title. Undeterred, his lawyers fired back on 15 fronts, labeling the move as arbitrary, vengeful, and discriminatory. Central to the defense is the ironclad legacy from Jagadguru Swami Swaroopanand Saraswati’s will. A pivotal declaration on July 1, 2021, positioned the…
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In a career-defining moment, Suryakumar Yadav will step onto the field in Nagpur for his 100th T20 International against New Zealand, etching his name among India’s T20I greats as the fourth player to achieve this feat. The milestone comes after 99 matches, where Yadav has showcased his 360-degree batting prowess. Leading the charts are Rohit Sharma (159), Virat Kohli (125), and Hardik Pandya (124). Interestingly, Pandya could equal Kohli’s count in this series opener. Former skipper MS Dhoni’s 98 games place him tantalizingly close. 2025 has tested Yadav’s resilience; no half-centuries in 22 outings last year left fans yearning for…
Delhi’s law enforcement struck gold in Dwarka as the Anti Auto Theft Squad dismantled a crucial link in the Saddam Gauri gang’s operations. Two arrests – one a hardened gangster and the other an arms dealer – yielded two desi pistols and live ammo, highlighting the persistent threat of gang-related violence in the city. Ravi, known by aliases Budhi and Jalebi, a 37-year-old from Uttam Nagar’s Om Vihar, has 14 prior cases to his name. He was nabbed on January 11 with a loaded pistol after a secret informant tipped off the AATS. His interrogation revealed Nishant, 21, from Hastsal…
As NCR grapples with toxic air, meteorologists predict a game-changer starting January 23. Heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and blustery winds will likely flush out pollutants, offering much-needed respite from the smog crisis. Air quality indices paint a grim picture today: Noida’s Sector-1 at 352, Sector-116 at 341, Ghaziabad’s Loni hitting a dangerous 423, and Delhi’s Jahangirpuri at 391. These levels pose serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for improvement. IMD’s detailed outlook for January 23 includes daytime highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Expect intermittent storms, lightning strikes, and winds gusting 30-40 km/h across all hours. Rain will play a…
In a landmark gathering in Toronto on January 21, the Indian Consulate General spotlighted the ‘India-Canada AI Dialog 2026’, championing responsible AI development. The event highlighted India’s leadership in creating AI systems that are inclusive and beneficial to society, with bilateral ties poised to drive economic and social progress. Partnering with Waterloo University in Ontario, the Canada India Tech Council, and Zoho Inc., this pre-summit dialog drew over 600 elite participants nationwide. Corporate leaders, policy shapers, academics, and tech innovators converged to strategize deeper India-Canada synergies in AI. Designed as one of the select lead-up events to New Delhi’s ‘India…
The India-New Zealand T20I series kicks off Wednesday in Nagpur, pitting a confident Kiwi outfit—riding high from their ODI win—against an Indian team hungry for a series lead. Captain Suryakumar Yadav’s blade will be the focal point in this high-stakes opener. Under SKY’s captaincy, India remains undefeated in T20s, a testament to his tactical acumen. But as a batter, he’s endured a prolonged drought: zero half-centuries in 25 straight innings, a stark departure from his explosive reputation. 2025 painted a grim picture—22 T20s yielded runs at an average of just 14, sans a single fifty. This top-order fragility is cascading…
Quick to anger over trivial matters? You’re not alone. Modern life’s pressures—deadlines, domestic responsibilities, poor sleep, and digital overload—are amplifying tempers across the board. Unchecked fury erodes personal bonds, hampers career growth, and invites health woes like hypertension and insomnia. Thankfully, ancient wisdom provides a straightforward solution: Gyan Mudra. This hand position, endorsed by health authorities, excels at dialing down mental turbulence and fostering composure. When brain strain builds negative emotions and knee-jerk responses, Gyan Mudra steps in to steady the nerves. Master it easily: Assume a seated posture, join your thumb and index finger tips gently, extend the remaining…
India’s Northeast shines bright today as Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura celebrate their formation anniversaries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have flooded social media with inspiring messages, saluting the indomitable spirit of these states’ inhabitants. PM Modi’s post for Tripura painted a picture of harmonious evolution. ‘The path of Tripura reflects a stunning mix of age-old traditions and cutting-edge modernity,’ he shared on X. ‘Sweeping changes have reshaped multiple domains, powered by citizens who propel India’s advancement. Wishing abundant prosperity for Tripura’s tomorrow.’ Manipur received equal affection: ‘Warmest Statehood Day greetings to Manipur’s family,’ Modi wrote. ‘Your…
The Bharatiya Janata Party is stepping into a dynamic phase with its new national president, 45-year-old Nitin Nabin, calling an important organizational conclave at the central headquarters in New Delhi this Wednesday. This session is poised to set the tone for internal deliberations under the new guard. Key attendees include every state unit chief and national secretaries, with agendas centered on reinforcing grassroots machinery and outlining electoral blueprints. BL Santosh, the party’s organization in-charge, is anticipated to contribute significantly, ensuring seamless continuity. High-profile visits marked the transition: PM Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, and JP Nadda dropped…
Maharashtra’s Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis engaged in high-stakes discussions with Finland’s Foreign Trade and Development Minister Ville Tavio on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The conversation marked a milestone in India-Finland relations, emphasizing Maharashtra’s strategic role. At the heart of the talks was a commitment to expand cooperation in circular economy, cutting-edge innovation, and sophisticated technologies. Both sides agreed on actionable steps to translate these ideas into real-world projects. Fadnavis shared details on X, revealing plans for hosting a prominent circular economy summit in Mumbai come May-June. He also updated on the state’s dedicated policy framework…