Mumbai’s political landscape heated up as Samajwadi Party prominent figure Abu Azmi fired off a letter to CM Devendra Fadnavis, slamming the appointment of non-Muslim Manoj Jadhav to head the Maharashtra Haj Committee as Executive Officer. Posted publicly on X, the missive calls for swift corrective action to restore legal order. At its core, the dispute revolves around the Haj Committee’s statutory mandate. Established under a scheme tailored for Muslims, it ensures that Haj operations—from policy formulation to execution—respect Sharia principles and pilgrimage essentials. Azmi contends that installing a non-Muslim in a pivotal administrative post undermines this foundation, constituting an…
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru stormed into the WPL playoffs with a resounding 61-run thrashing of Gujarat Giants at Vadodara’s BCA Stadium. The defeat exposed Gujarat’s fielding frailties, with captain Ashley Gardner openly lamenting dropped catches as the game’s decisive factor. Batting first, RCB compiled 178/6, powered by Gautami Naik’s match-winning 73. Richa Ghosh’s 27 added late fireworks. Gujarat responded with early strikes—Kashvi Gautam and Gardner grabbing two wickets apiece—but couldn’t build pressure. In reply, Gujarat stuttered to 117/8. Gardner’s 54 off 43 balls offered hope, but Anushka Sharma’s 18 couldn’t ignite a chase. RCB’s Sayali (3/??) and Nadine de Klerk (2/??)…
In a strategic summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, committed to elevating India-UAE bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2032. This bold target, detailed in a joint communique, builds on the momentum from the 2022 CEPA, which has propelled trade to $100 billion in FY 2024-25. The leaders reviewed fruitful outcomes from recent forums: the 13th Investment Task Force, 16th Joint Commission, and 5th Strategic Dialogue. They instructed teams to connect MSMEs via platforms such as India Mart, Virtual Trade Corridor, and India-Africa Bridge, targeting expanded market…
In a high-scoring encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Ranchi Royals defeated HIL GC 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a 5-5 deadlock in regulation. The game featured a back-and-forth battle where Ranchi’s Arijit Singh Hundal found the net twice. HIL GC fought back through goals from Ken Russell and Sudip Chirmako, but a late equalizer from Tom Boon forced the match into penalties. Ranchi’s shooters remained perfect in the shootout, while Suraj Karkera’s heroics in goal sealed the crucial victory for the Royals.
West Bengal’s political landscape heated up in Nadia as BJP stalwart Jaganath Sarkar defended the Election Commission’s voter list revision drive, calling it essential for upholding democratic rights. The Supreme Court’s recent mandate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) prompted Sarkar to affirm the ECI’s mandate. In an IANS interaction, he asserted, ‘Purifying voter lists is the Commission’s core job. Dead people or migrants can’t legitimately vote. The apex court’s guidance aligns perfectly with this.’ Referencing Bihar’s SIR success, Sarkar dismissed opposition narratives. ‘They spread lies about living voters being struck off, but zero complaints reached the ECI. Clean lists led…
Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur witnessed a horrifying road accident on Sunday when a car plowed into laborers sitting by the road in the Barela region, near Gaur River. Five NHAI road workers lost their lives, with the death toll rising from an initial two on-site fatalities. The victims were part of a road construction crew taking respite from their duties. Three more succumbed during treatment, and eight survivors battle for recovery in hospitals. Eyewitnesses described the car speeding uncontrollably before the collision. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, deeply saddened, immediately approved aid packages. Families of the deceased will receive Rs 4 lakh…
Big news from Bollywood: Shreyas Talpade is stepping into the protagonist’s shoes for Palash Muchhal’s latest directorial, an untitled project centered on Mumbai life. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh broke the story on social media, highlighting Talpade’s role as an ordinary citizen amid the city’s chaos. The announcement has sparked widespread excitement among Talpade’s followers. Over the years, the actor has impressed with standout roles in films such as Golmaal: Fun Unlimited, Pune Highway, and the biopic Emergency. His nuanced acting in both humorous and intense scenarios has solidified his fanbase. Transitioning from music to the director’s chair, Palash Muchhal has…
Madhya Pradesh’s law enforcement agencies struck hard against drug peddlers across multiple districts, recovering contraband worth Rs 14 crore and taking 22 people into custody. This multi-pronged offensive highlights the police’s zero-tolerance policy toward narcotics smuggling. Ratlam emerged as the epicenter of the largest bust, with a daring raid on a clandestine MD factory. The operation netted 16 accused, 10 kg 930 grams of MDMA, raw materials, machinery, vehicles, and assets totaling Rs 12 crore. Additional seizures comprised unlicensed guns, ammunition, sandalwood logs, and exotic birds. Legal proceedings invoke stringent NDPS and Arms Act provisions. Narsinghpur’s twin strikes under Operation…
The South Indian film industry has produced many legends, but Krishnam Raju stands out as the ultimate ‘Rebel Star’ whose indomitable spirit fueled over 180 films across five decades. His portrayals of strong-willed rebels in diverse genres—from heartfelt romances to grand mythologicals—earned him eternal admiration. Deceased now, his contributions continue to inspire. Hailing from a modest village in Andhra Pradesh, Krishnam Raju launched his acting career with the acclaimed ‘Chilaka Gorinka’ in 1966, bagging a Nandi Award right away. He masterfully shifted from antagonistic roles to heroic ones, solidifying his rebel image in Telugu cinema. Memorable blockbusters such as ‘Bhakta…
New Delhi witnessed a groundbreaking initiative as the Responsible Nations Index (RNI) was launched under the World Intellectual Foundation at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre. This comprehensive tool goes beyond traditional indicators of wealth and influence, focusing instead on nations’ commitments to moral governance, societal well-being, ecological protection, and international duties. Chief guest and former Indian President Ram Nath Kovind set the tone with his keynote, advocating for ethical responsibility and inclusive development as essential drivers of lasting advancement in an interconnected world. Born from an intensive three-year research endeavor involving scholars from Jawaharlal Nehru University and IIM Mumbai, the…