Kylian Mbappe turned back the clock on his Monaco days, scoring twice as Real Madrid obliterated the Ligue 1 side 6-1 in UEFA Champions League league phase action. The win bolsters Madrid’s top-eight aspirations, with the Spanish giants now brimming with confidence heading into crucial fixtures. From the outset, Madrid asserted control. Mbappe pounced on Valverde’s threaded pass in minute five for 1-0, then acrobatically volleyed home the second near the half-hour mark. Post-interval, the floodgates opened: Mastantuono’s clinical finish made it 3-0, Kehrer’s mishap extended the lead, and Vinicius with Bellingham completed the demolition job. Monaco managed a flicker…
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Lord Ram, the maryada purushottama, continues to guide millions through his eternal story. With Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir consecration anniversary approaching, let’s celebrate the screen legends who immortalized him, bridging mythology with modern entertainment. Telugu cinema boasts a rich tradition of Ramayana adaptations. NTR Sr. dazzled in multiple films, including the blockbuster ‘Lava Kusa’ and heartfelt ‘Sita Rama Kalyanam.’ His divine charisma set an unmatched standard. Jr. NTR’s turn as child Ram in ‘Bala Ramayanam’ (1997) was a revelation. This award-winning film, helmed by Gunasekhar, retold the exile through youthful eyes, with Smita Madhav shining as Sita. It not only entertained…
Priyanka Chopra’s 2016 stands out as a pivotal chapter in her extraordinary career, a year when everything aligned to propel her from Bollywood sensation to international powerhouse. Sharing throwback moments on social media, she highlighted the whirlwind of achievements, challenges, and emotions that reshaped her life. Professionally, the year was a breakthrough. ‘Quantico’ premiered to massive success, introducing Priyanka as Alex Parrish to American TV viewers and beyond. Her Hollywood film debut in ‘Baywatch’ followed, cementing her versatility. She clinched a People’s Choice Award and featured on a U.S. magazine cover, milestones that screamed global breakthrough. India showered her with…
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…
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…