PM Modi felicitated at NDA meet in Parliament over Operation Sindoor

India August 6, 2025

NDA parliamentary party felicitates PM Modi for strong response to Pahalgam terror attack. Meeting underway with BJP-led ruling alliance in attendance. Chants of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' and 'Har Har Mahadev' fill the air as Modi is applauded for success of Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev.

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Jal Jeevan graft crackdown: Action against officials in 15 states &UTs

India 3 hr ago

The Centre's Jal Jeevan Mission has taken action against 596 officials, 822 contractors, and 152 Third Party Inspection Agencies across 15 states and Union Territories due to financial irregularities and poor work quality. Anti-corruption agencies are examining seven cases, with Uttar Pradesh having the highest number of complaints and actions.

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‘How can we rush back like this’: Mumbai to Kochi, workers from Bengal worry over SIR

India 4 hr ago

Migrant workers from West Bengal are rushing to return home for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, fearing they will miss voting if they don't participate. Some face challenges in obtaining necessary documents, while others worry about losing wages. Political parties and workers' associations are trying to assist in the process amidst the chaos and uncertainty.

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25 years of Indian Cinema | Small towns returned on screen in 2005 with Bunty Aur Babli

Entertainment 39 min ago

The ‘small town’ made a comeback. Swish rom coms set in foreign parts came out from the same studio just to keep the balance: choose your pick, Abhishek and Rani, or Saif and Preity? Loud comedies ruled the roost: 2005 had all this and more. It also had Black, which brought the conversation around disability into the mainstream.

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Prohibition casts a shadow on Nitish campaign, sharpens divides – families to parties

Political Pulse 1 hr ago

In Rewa village, on the banks of the Budhi Gandak river in Muzaffarpur, 35-year-old Lallan Sahani and his friends sit outside his house, discussing how Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s prohibition policy has “wreaked havoc”. Across Bihar, prohibition appears to have split opinion sharply along gender lines. While men across caste groups want the liquor ban lifted, women overwhelmingly back it.

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Five rounds fired at hotelier’s son in Zirakpur; gangster Shubham Pandit booked

Cities 44 min ago

A shooting in Mohali's Phase 7 left two parked cars damaged, but luckily no one was hurt. Police and forensic teams are investigating the incident, which was caused by an old rivalry. The accused, a wanted gangster, is still on the run, raising concerns about the safety of the area.

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In Assam’s anti-polygamy Bill, jail terms for offenders, compensation for women; Himanta says won’t apply to Scheduled Tribes

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What’s in Assam’s anti-polygamy Bill? Jail terms for offenders, compensation for women

India 54 min ago

The Assam Cabinet has approved a Bill to prohibit polygamy in the state, entailing a penal provision of seven years’ imprisonment. The Bill will be tabled in the legislative Assembly in the coming session scheduled from November 25.

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After recent videos from Goa, spotlight on women’s safety at beaches

India 1 hr ago

Polina Gerchikova (39), a Russian national, has been travelling solo to Goa for the past three years. Every time she is on the beach, she is confronted by a strange request. “Men just come up to me and request a photo or a selfie…as if I am a prop.”

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In PK village, voices credit him with setting poll narrative, split over impact

Political Pulse 35 min ago

Encircled by canals and situated in the rice belt of Bihar is a two-storey, 1970s-made building, with its paint peeled off, along the main road of Konar village in Rohtas district. While the revamp of the house may not take place anytime soon, its owner – Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor – has been busy pitching for a “vyavastha parivartan” (overhaul of the system) in Bihar politics.

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COP30 begins today in Brazil: Limited outcomes so far, focus on implementation

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The 30th edition of COP30 aims to restore credibility and address the rise in global temperatures. Despite efforts, emissions are still increasing and developing countries feel unheard. Brazil, the host country, aims to build trust and focus on past decisions. India is expected to release its NDC and NAP, while calls for reforming the negotiating process have been made.

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Bihar election campaign ends, 122 seats vote in last phase tomorrow

Political Pulse 4 hr ago

The second and final phase of Bihar Assembly elections concluded with a high turnout of 64.66%. The RJD and Congress are vying to end Nitish Kumar's 20-year rule, while the BJP aims to maintain its dominance. The ruling and Opposition leaders made their last efforts to sway voters. All eyes are now on the final results.

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How gangs use ‘Brahmos’, ‘Tesla’ & ‘Avengers’ to scoop up train tickets

Cities 3 hr ago

"Unauthorised software programmes with trendy names like 'Brahmos', 'Tesla', 'Avengers', and 'Dr Doom' are being used by inter-state gangs to book long-distance train tickets within seconds, leaving other ticket-seekers stranded. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is cracking down on these gangs, who employ developers, online admins, "super sellers", and touts.

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Missing since Oct in Nepal, Gujarat man, daughter found dead

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Missing since October in Nepal, Gujarat man, daughter found dead

India 5 hr ago

Indian man and teenage daughter, tourists from Surat, Gujarat, went missing in Nepal on October 20 after visiting a monastery. Their bodies were recovered by the Armed Police Force near the monastery on Sunday. Initial search operations by a mountain rescue team led by DSP Hira Bahadur GC were unsuccessful, but the bodies were eventually found buried under snow.

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Italy's Sandro Tonali, center, runs with the ball during a Group I, World Cup qualifier soccer match between Israel and Italy at the Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen, Hungary, Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. (AP Photo)

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Is FIFA planning to change seeding rule that could help Italy?

Sports 44 min ago

English football media shocked as Italy risks not qualifying for third World Cup. Coach Gattuso makes light of situation but recent FIFA rule change gives Italy a chance to qualify for 2026 World Cup. New players called up for upcoming games as Italy aims to secure qualification and avoid top seeded teams in group stage.

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Karthik Venkataraman walks in the playing hall during his third round clash at the FIDE World Cup in Goa. (PHOTO: FIDE via Michal Walusza)

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FIDE World Cup: Karthik Venkataraman becomes 5th Indian to enter Round 4; Vidit eliminated

Sports 6 hr ago

Karthik Venkataraman becomes fifth Indian to reach fourth round at FIDE World Cup, alongside Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa, Pentala Harikrishna, and Pranav V. Vidit Gujrathi and SL Narayanan are eliminated in Round 3 tiebreaks. Karthik shares his journey in chess and upcoming match against Le Quang Liem. He considers winning Nationals twice as his biggest achievement.

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Anish Bhanwala after winning the silver medal in ISSF World Championships in Cairo. (Image via Special Arrangement)

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Anish Bhanwala wins India’s 1st ever 25m rapid medal at Shooting World Championships

Sports 9 hr ago

Bhanwala, who has shown rapid strides over the last two years, became the first Indian shooter to ever win a medal in the men’s 25m rapid fire event at the World Championships with a silver in the final at Cairo, Egypt.

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The 1975 World Cup winning squad. (Photo Credit: Hockey India)

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How an inspired substitution helped India win its only Hockey World Cup till date

Sports 10 hr ago

India has won the Olympic men's hockey gold medal no less than eight times, but the 1975 World Cup victory has not been repeated in the subsequent half a century. In fact, not once have managed even a podium finish in the 13 editions of the marquee tournament since that day in Kuala Lumpur, despite hosting three of the last four World Cups.

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The interested parties had till November 7, 5pm to submit the tenders. But on Friday, when the deadline expired, the AIFF, embarrassingly, did not have a single bid. (Photo Credit: ISL)

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AIFF to submit report to Supreme Court after failed ISL tender process

Sports 10 hr ago

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) said in a statement on Sunday said that Justice (retd.) Nageswara Rao, chairperson of its Bid Evaluation Committee, will submit his report to the Supreme Court after the federation didn't receive a single bid for the troubled Indian Super League's (ISL) commercial rights.

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SN Sinha: Brought in as part of big Congress reshuffle, couldn’t make major impact

Explained 10 hr ago

SN Sinha, Bihar's 19th CM, had a long and diverse political career. He was chosen as CM by PM Rajiv Gandhi, but his tenure was marred by the 1989 Bhagalpur riots and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha's agitation. This led to Congress losing its traditional vote base and Sinha's family also suffered setbacks. He was asked to resign after VP Singh became PM, and his legacy is carried on by his family.

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Anish Giri gives an interview during the third round of the FIDE World Cup in Goa. (PHOTO: FIDE via Eteri Kublashvili)

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Anish Giri shuts down ‘exaggerated and ridiculous’ criticism of FIDE World Cup

Sports 6 hr ago

Scrutiny of conditions at FIDE World Cup in Goa after Nepomniachtchi's complaints. While some players praised the conditions, Caruana's second claimed there were bedbugs. Giri shuts down claims, saying they're exaggerated and ridiculous. He also jokes about traveling with a second and blames losses on them.

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In the first phase (6 November 2025) for 121 constituencies, the voter turnout was 64.66%, a record for the state.

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Bihar Election: Lost your Voter ID card? Carry any of these 12 documents to cast your vote

India 12 hr ago

The second phase of the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly election will take place on November 11, with 122 constituencies in 20 districts. 1,302 candidates, including 136 women, are running and the Election Commission has listed 12 valid photo IDs for voters.

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TMC and BJP are engaged in a fierce war of words over Bengal’s cultural heritage, with Tagore and Bankim Chandra at the centre of the clash.

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Vande Mataram vs Jana Gana Mana: New front in TMC, BJP war before 2026 polls

Cities 4 hr ago

The TMC and BJP in West Bengal are in conflict over Rabindranath Tagore and Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, with the BJP celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and the TMC accusing them of insulting Tagore. The TMC declared that all schools would sing Tagore's song while the BJP accused them of appeasement politics. The TMC organized a rally to pay tribute to Tagore and protest the BJP's actions.

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Even Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta lauded Sunderland's never-say-die spirit and their disrupting prowess. (AP Photo)

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How moving the advertising boards helped Sunderland halt Arsenal juggernaut

Sports 12 hr ago

Ahead of Saturday's home game against the Gunners, Sunderland decided to move the advertising boards around the edge of the playing area at the Stadium of Light closer to the touchline so that it became difficult for the visiting team to launch long throws.

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Beth Mooney’s light-hearted response to Jemimah Rodrigues’ quip

Sports 12 hr ago

Jemimah Rodrigues joked about not being allowed into Australia after defeating the defending champions in the Women's World Cup semifinals. Beth Mooney responded with a light-hearted comment during a Women's Big Bash League match. Rodrigues' unbeaten 127 runs helped India beat Australia in the semifinals.

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SEBI digital gold warning: Market regulator flags risks, issues advisory for investors

India 13 hr ago

SEBI warns against investing in unregulated digital gold products offered online, clarifies that only investments in regulated gold products through registered intermediaries are allowed. Lack of regulation and potential risks highlighted by market regulator.

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With 33rd Ranji Trophy century, Paras Dogra holds fort at Kotla and gives J&K lead

Sports 13 hr ago

Local dignitaries, including BCCI president Mithun Manhas and national selector RP Singh, attended the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir on Day 2. J&K captain Paras Dogra, aged 40, impressed with a century in front of his former teammates and friends. Despite not playing for the national team, Dogra's passion for the game remains strong as he leads his team.

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The Indian Express understands that in case there is a semi-final clash between India and Pakistan then both countries will play in Colombo and second semi-final will be held in Mumbai. (File Photo)

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T20 World Cup 2026: Wankhede Stadium to host semifinal; opener and final in Ahmedabad

Sports 10 hr ago

Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium has been shortlisted to host one of the semi-finals while Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium will host the opener and final of the ICC T20 World Cup in 2026 which is likely to start from February 7 to March 8. Ahmedabad had hosted both marquee matches for the 2023 World Cup as well.

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Williams’ decision comes at a pivotal time in Indian football where the homegrown strikeforce is facing an acute shortage (ISL Photo)

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Ryan Williams joins India camp after giving up Australian citizenship

Sports 14 hr ago

Ryan Williams has earned his maiden callup to the Indian national camp just days after he announced that he has succesfully gained Indian citizenship.

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Kuldeep form concern as SA ‘A’ nail mammoth run-chase to land blows on IND bowling

Sports 14 hr ago

South Africa A's victory over India A in a high-scoring match has raised concerns for India's Test squad. While India's Test players were meant to gain practice for the upcoming series against South Africa, they instead suffered psychological blows.

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Ranji Trophy 2025-26: Himanshu Singh’s three-fer puts Mumbai in driver’s seat against HP

Sports 14 hr ago

Mumbai's spinners, led by Shams Mulani, have been crucial in their success in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, taking 28 out of 39 wickets. However, in their recent match against Himachal Pradesh, it was the off-spinner Himanshu Singh who stole the show with 3/26, supported by the new ball duo of Shardul Thakur and Tushar Deshpande.

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PM Modi hails ‘double-engine’ impact as state marks 25 years since formation

India 5 hr ago

PM Modi praises Uttarakhand's progress in 25 years since state formation, highlighting the state's challenges and achievements under the BJP government. He praises CM Pushkar Singh Dhami for implementing the UCC and anti-conversion and anti-riot legislation.

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Manchester City vs Liverpool Live Streaming, Premier League Match

Sports 15 hr ago

Manchester City and Liverpool will face off in a crucial Premier League match at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with both teams looking to close the gap on league leaders Arsenal. City are in hot form, while Liverpool are gaining momentum after a tough start to the season. The match will be broadcast on Star Sports and can be streamed live on JioHotstar.

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Candidate claims AI bot conducted job interview, viral Reddit post sparks discussion

Trending 15 hr ago

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of professional settings, with several organisations inculcating its healthy use. At such a time, a Reddit user recently claimed that he was interviewed by an AI bot instead of a human recruiter.

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Mwanza flat-headed rock agama is nature’s real-life Spider-Man. Here’s why

Lifestyle 14 hr ago

The Mwanza flat-headed rock agama, also known as the "Spider-man lizard," is a diurnal reptile found in Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda. Its vibrant red and blue coloring has made it a popular social media star. Only males display these colors, using them for territorial and mating displays. These shy and skilled climbers thrive in rocky areas and feed on insects and small vertebrates.

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For years, Google researchers have been looking to address catastrophic forgetting in LLMs.

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Google touts big step toward continual learning with new AI model ‘HOPE’

Technology 13 hr ago

In a major step toward building AI that continually learns and improves itself, Google researchers said that they have developed a new machine learning model with a self-modifying architecture. Called ‘HOPE’, the new model is said to be better at long-context memory management than existing state-of-the-art AI models.

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Meghalaya’s Akash Kumar slams 8 consecutive sixes, brings up fastest first class 50

Sports 16 hr ago

Meghalaya's Akash Kumar made history in first-class cricket by hitting 8 consecutive sixes and scoring the fastest half century in just 11 balls. He achieved this feat in the Plate Group match against Arunachal Pradesh, where he also took a wicket. Meghalaya declared their first innings at 628, with Akash unbeaten at 50 in just 14 deliveries.

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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor reveals ‘the greenest flag’ in her partner

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

Akansha Ranjan Kapoor talks about the happiness of being in a healthy relationship and how love has brought positivity to her life. She shares the green flags she found in her current partner, such as emotional maturity and shared values. Senior Psychologist Shruti Padhye advises on key traits to consider when choosing a partner.

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Expressing concern, he asks, “It’s raining hard, so where do you wanna go, you are not able to walk.”

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Indian man in US helps paralysed woman stuck in rain, wins hearts: ‘Be like him’

Trending 16 hr ago

With growing backlash against Indians living abroad for reasons like poor civic sense, public decency, and theft incidents, a heartwarming video of an Indian man helping a paralysed woman in the United States has caught the Internet’s attention. In the video, shared on Instagram by a man named Noah, he can be seen speaking gently to the woman amid an intense downpour.

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After Fatal brain stroke, Josie Dooley returns

Sports 16 hr ago

Melbourne Renegades, the defending champions of the Women's Big Bash League, welcomed back their teammate Joosie Dooley after her near-fatal brain stroke. Dooley's inspiring message, "Don't f---k it up," written on her jersey, motivated her team to win their maiden title. Despite her vision impairment, Dooley is determined to return to cricket and is currently competing in Para-athletics.

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Detailing how the law of attraction unfolds, Mitesh Khatri shared the three "buttons" of manifestations: feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and actions

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India’s top LOA coach reveals how to 3X your salary—and the #1 mistake pros make

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The Law of Attraction is a psychological belief that individuals attract into their lives whatever they focus on, whether positive or negative. Recently, India's top law of attraction coach shared his insights that might benefit professionals and mend their financial struggles.

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Enumeration forms and other materials for SIR being distributed to BLOs in Kolkata (Express Photo by Partha Paul)

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West Bengal SIR 2026: EPIC-mobile number link mandatory for online submission of SIR forms

India 15 hr ago

The EC has launched online submission for the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral roll in West Bengal. This will help those living outside the state for education or work reasons. However, linking EPIC and mobile number is mandatory. To do so, visit the official EC portal, enter details and EPIC number, and submit the enumeration form.

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SHARP QNET Zensational Air Purifier review: Go beyond pollution with device intelligence

Technology 17 hr ago

The SHARP QNET Zensational air purifier has a tower design that will blend well with your room’s aesthetics without sticking out. There is a vent on top that opens when you switch on the machine and an LED screen up front where you can see some data. The filters are on the rear and are easy to install and clean. On the side, there is a detachable 3-litre water tank to humidify the room.

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Celeb macrobiotic coach lauds homemade ghee cream over store-bought moisturiser

Lifestyle 17 hr ago

Ghee, a hydrating wonder, contains essential fatty acids that revive skin, hair, and body. A homemade ghee cream, washed 100 times in copper, is as effective as costly moisturizers. Not recommended for oily, acne-prone, or sensitive skin. Use pure, organic, or homemade ghee without additives and consult for best results.

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Janhvi Kapoor and Ram Charan join AR Rahman Hyderabad concert

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Peddi stars Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor make an appearance at AR Rahman’s concert

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Actor Ram Charan surprised fans by appearing at AR Rahman's concert in Hyderabad, where he expressed his admiration for the Oscar-winning composer and talked about his upcoming film Peddi. Co-star Janhvi Kapoor also spoke in Telugu, winning hearts. Fans wished the actors luck for their film, which is set to release in March 2026.

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Protests at Chandigarh's Panjab University against proposed changes in the university's governance structure.

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Explained: Proposed changes to Panjab University, now withdrawn by Centre after criticism

Explained 17 hr ago

The Union Ministry of Education retracts proposal to restructure Panjab University's senate and syndicate after backlash from students and Aam Aadmi Party government. The university, with 200+ affiliated colleges and funded by Centre and Punjab government, faced protests against downsizing and changes in member composition.

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25 years of Uttarakhand: History, causes behind statehood movement, how state fares vs UP

Explained 17 hr ago

Uttarakhand, formed 25 years ago, has a long history of demand for a separate hill state. The movement gained momentum in the 1990s and finally led to the creation of Uttarakhand in 2000, along with Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The region's demands for political representation, allocation of resources, and a hill capital were the driving forces behind the statehood movement.

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Govinda and Sunita Ahuja didn't disclose their marriage for a year.

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Sunita Ahuja calls out Govinda for remarks on Kajol-Twinkle Khanna’s show

Entertainment 11 hr ago

Appearing on Two Much, the talk show hosted by Kajol and Twinkle Khanna on Amazon Prime Video, Govinda claimed that he keeps forgiving his wife Sunita Ahuja like she's a child for her confessions about their troubled marriage in public. Now, the actor may have some more forgiving to do, given Sunita has dropped many more such confessions in a new interview.

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Watch: Rahul Gandhi embarks on a jungle safari in MP’s Panchmarhi

India 18 hr ago

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, visited Panarpani in Madhya Pradesh's Satpura Tiger Reserve for a jungle safari after attending a training camp for Congress district presidents in Narmadapuram. Gandhi also expressed his belief that there was "vote theft" in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh. This sparked criticism from BJP, who accused him of prioritizing vacation.

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Military Digest: Pak Army reinforces supremacy over navy, air force through 27th Amendment

Cities 18 hr ago

Pakistan Army has gained more power through a new constitutional amendment that gives COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir centralized authority. This has led to restructuring of military hierarchy and removal of inter-service balance, while also protecting top ranks. Critics see this as a "constitutional coup" that weakens civilian oversight and strengthens army-centric command.

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Manish Malhotra is all set to turn producer with Gustaakh Ishq.

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Manish Malhotra wouldn’t ‘go back to making only clothes’ if his first 3 films flop

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Manish Malhotra doesn’t feel he’s taking a chance with Gustaakh Maaf at a time when such a film is usually relegated to streaming. “I don’t feel like I’m taking a chance, but a lot of people feel why don’t you think of taking it directly to a streaming platform. But I say no, it’s got beautiful music and good visuals. I want to release it in the theatre."

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Tamannaah Bhatia reveals her favourite Indian snack

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Tamannaah Bhatia, a popular Indian actor, recently shared her love for samosas in an interview. Originating in Persia, samosas are known for their crispy pastry and savory filling. They can be made with a variety of fillings and can be served as appetizers or main courses.

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