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Shankaracharya Avimukteshwaranand Stands Firm at Prayagraj Magh Mela, Says “We Are Not People Who Live on Handouts”

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh:Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand has adopted a confrontational stance at the Prayagraj Magh Mela, refusing to enter his camp until the administration apologizes and allows him a dignified holy dip at the Sangam. His protest continues despite two notices issued by the Magh Mela administration and threats of cancellation of land and … Read more

How Different Is the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella from the Maruti e-Vitara? Here’s a Detailed Comparison

Hyderabad: Earlier this week, Japanese automaker Toyota unveiled its first electric vehicle for the Indian market — the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella. This new mid-size electric SUV is essentially a rebadged version of the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara, which is also Maruti’s first electric car. While both vehicles share the same core platform, Toyota has made … Read more

WhatsApp Working on Parental Control Feature with Secondary Accounts and PIN System for Children

Hyderabad : WhatsApp is preparing a major update aimed at improving online safety for children. The messaging platform is currently working on a new parental control system that will allow parents to create secondary WhatsApp accounts for their children, offering limited access and added security through a PIN-based control mechanism. According to recent findings in … Read more

Theft at Danteshwari Temple: Gold and Silver Ornaments Stolen, Incident Captured on CCTV

Bastar/Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh:A major theft has been reported at the famous Danteshwari Temple located in Jagdalpur city of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. Unknown thieves broke into the temple late last night and made off with valuable gold and silver ornaments. The entire incident has been captured on the temple’s CCTV cameras. Following the incident, Bastar Police immediately … Read more

Republic Day Celebrations 2026: Final Rehearsal Held in Dantewada, Minister Gajendra Yadav to Hoist the National Flag

Dantewada, Chhattisgarh: Excitement is building in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada district as preparations for Republic Day 2026 enter the final stage. A full dress rehearsal was conducted at the Government Higher Secondary School sports ground in Dantewada ahead of the main celebration scheduled for January 26. Security personnel and school students participated in the rehearsal, showcasing disciplined … Read more

Dollar Posts Worst Week in Eight Months Despite Market Rebound After Trump’s Tariff Pivot

Washington / New York:The U.S. dollar suffered its sharpest weekly decline in nearly eight months, even as U.S. stocks and Treasury bonds staged a modest recovery following President Donald Trump’s unexpected pivot on tariffs linked to Greenland-related trade discussions. While investors found reasons to re-enter equities and government bonds after a volatile start to the … Read more

Andhra Pradesh Explores Possible Ban on Social Media Use for Children Under 16

The Andhra Pradesh government is examining the possibility of restricting or banning the use of social media platforms by children below the age of 16, citing growing concerns over online abuse and its impact on minors. State Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha said on Friday that a government-appointed committee is studying legal and policy options to … Read more

PM Modi Launches High-Voltage Poll Campaign in Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday kick-started an aggressive election campaign in southern India, asserting that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to form governments in both Kerala and Tamil Nadu in the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for this summer. Addressing a massive BJP rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Modi sought a decisive mandate from the … Read more

Indian National Among Four Killed in Family Dispute Shooting in Georgia; Suspect in Custody

Lawrenceville, Georgia — Four people, including an Indian national, were shot and killed in what authorities believe was a domestic dispute in Gwinnett County, Georgia. The suspect has been taken into custody, police said. The incident occurred at a residence on Brook Ivy Court in Lawrenceville, a suburb of Atlanta. While local authorities initially did … Read more

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Hills Ahead of Republic Day Weekend, Tourism Gets a Boost

New Delhi:Just ahead of the Republic Day long weekend, widespread snowfall across the Himalayan region has brought cheer to tourists while intensifying the winter chill in the northern plains. On the occasion of Basant Panchami, fresh snowfall covered large parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, ending a prolonged dry spell in the … Read more

Visa Prepares to Launch Dual Debit-Credit Card in India After Japan Success

New Delhi:Global payments giant Visa is preparing to introduce its innovative dual debit-cum-credit card in the Indian market, following strong adoption and success in Japan. The new offering, known as Visa Flexible Credential (Visa Flex), is designed to give consumers greater control over how they pay—using a single card that can function as both a … Read more

EU Troops at India’s Republic Day Parade Trigger Unease Among Khalistani Groups, ISI: Report

New Delhi: India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations are set to mark a significant moment in India–European Union relations, but the growing proximity between New Delhi and Brussels has reportedly unsettled Khalistani groups and Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). According to a report by CNN-News18, the participation of a European Union military contingent in … Read more

Delhi High Court Judge Recuses Himself From Hearing Karti Chidambaram’s Plea in Chinese Visa Scam Case

New Delhi  A Delhi High Court judge on Friday recused himself from hearing a petition filed by Congress Member of Parliament Karti Chidambaram in connection with the alleged Chinese visa scam. Justice Girish Kathpalia withdrew from hearing Chidambaram’s plea, in which the MP has challenged corruption and criminal conspiracy charges framed against him. The case … Read more

National Security Means Protecting the People and the Nation’s Ideology: CDS Anil Chauhan at JNU

New Delhi:Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday delivered a strong and thought-provoking address at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s birth anniversary, highlighting the evolving meaning of national security in today’s world. Speaking to students and faculty, General Chauhan said that national security can no … Read more

CGMSC Scam: Marketing Head of Navi Mumbai–Based Company Arrested

Raipur, January 22, 2026:In a major development in the CGMSC scam case, the Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested Kunjal Sharma, Marketing Head of Diasys India Private Limited, Navi Mumbai. The arrest was made on January 21, 2026, in connection with Crime No. 05/2025 registered by the Bureau. The case has been registered under multiple sections of … Read more

India Leverages Artificial Intelligence to Empower Women, Youth, and Informal Workers

New Delhi:India is increasingly using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool for social and economic inclusion, aiming to empower women, upskill youth, and create new opportunities for workers in the informal sector. The country is set to host the India-AI Impact Summit next month, bringing together global AI leaders to focus not just on technology, … Read more

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge Appear as Workers at ‘Save MGNREGA’ Rally, Target Modi Government

New Delhi: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led central government at a “Save MGNREGA Front” rally in the national capital, accusing it of weakening the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and undermining the rights of rural workers. In … Read more

Air India Braces for Record $1.6 Billion Loss After Fatal Ahmedabad Crash

Air India Ltd. is expected to report its largest-ever annual loss, estimated at nearly $1.6 billion, after a deadly aircraft crash and regional airspace disruptions derailed the airline’s turnaround efforts, according to people familiar with the matter. The full-service carrier, jointly owned by India’s Tata Group and Singapore Airlines Ltd., is projected to post a … Read more

Bengaluru Airport Staffer Arrested After Foreign Woman Alleges Sexual Harassment During Unauthorized Check

Bengaluru: A staff member at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has been arrested after a foreign woman passenger accused him of sexually harassing her during an unauthorized security check at Terminal 2, police said. The incident occurred after the woman had completed all mandatory security screening and immigration formalities and was preparing to board a … Read more

Karnataka Governor’s Walkout Sparks Fresh Political Storm; Congress Calls It a ‘Black Day for Democracy’

Bengaluru: A fresh political crisis erupted in Karnataka on Thursday after Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot refused to deliver the state government’s address in full during his customary speech to the first joint session of the Legislature for the year and walked out of the House midway. The move triggered sharp reactions from the ruling Congress government, … Read more