Munjya Star Abhay Verma Offers Prayers To Lord Shiva With Family: 'Bambai Mei Kumbh Ho Gaya'

Abhay Verma recently dropped a couple of photos from his recent visit to a temple with his mother, Kavita Verma, and actor brother Abhishek Verma.

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya ties knot with classical singer Sivasri Skandaprasad:SeeFIRSTPICS

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'Chhaava': Sambhajis historic Sangameshwar sacrifice

Vicky Kaushal's film 'Chhaava' celebrates the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, highlighting his bravery and sacrifice. The story unfolds with Sambhaji Maharaj's capture by the Mughals in Sangameshwar, despite warnings to escape. Insights from local historian Sathish Lingayat emphasize Sambhaji Maharajs legacy and the historical significance of Sardesai Wada, calling for preservation of this heritage.

Shehzadis last rites not held as Abu Dhabi seeks consent letter: Family

BENGALURU: The final rites of Shehzadi Khan were not held on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi, claimed her elder brother Shamsher Khan. The family received a call from the Indian embassy in Abu Dhabi whether any of our relatives was there to authorise local authorities to conduct her last rites. We were also asked to send the authorities a consent letter authorising them to do so in the absence of kin, Khan told this newspaper over phone. We have written a letter to the embassy following the call and are awaiting a response. The MEA had reached out to the family and assured that it would make arrangements for them to go to Abu Dhabi for Shehzadis last rites scheduled on March 5. The family, however, had refused to go and requested the authorities in Abu Dhabi through the MEA to conduct her last rites and share the photographs with them. 'Hamara time khatam ho gaya, bus sukoon chahiye': UP woman Shehzadi's last words to kin before execution in UAE The distraught family from village Goyra Mugli in UPs Banda has been at a loose end regarding the fate of Shehzadi, the 33-year-old who was executed on February 15 for the death of a four-month-old child under her care. We came to know of her execution on March 3 at 4pm following our plea in the Delhi High Court, said her father Shabbir. The MEA informed the HC on Monday that Shehzadi was sentenced to death in Abu Dhabi over the death of an infant and was executed on February 15. The Indian embassy was informed about the execution only on February 28. The MEA informed that the Indian embassy had provided legal support.

Adah Sharma makes shocking statement about marriage, reveals why she doesn't want to have wedding: 'Mann uth gaya hai'

Adah Sharma, who headlined the controversial film The Kerala Story in 2023, said that though she isn't scared of any relationships, her dream is to not get married.

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'Hamara time khatam ho gaya, bus sukoon chahiye': UP woman Shehzadi's last words to kin before execution in UAE

BENGALURU: The family of Shehzadi Khan, the 33-year-old woman from Banda district in Uttar Pradesh who was executed on February 15 in Abu Dhabi for the death of a four-month-old child under her care, will not be going to Abu Dhabi for her final rites. Instead, they have requested the authorities in Abu Dhabi through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to conduct her last rites and share the photographs with the family. Speaking exclusively to TNIE over the phone from Delhi, Shehzadi's elder brother Shamsher Khan said that the MEA has reached out to the family and assured that they would make arrangements for them to go to Abu Dhabi for her last rites. But, what is the point of going there now? The MEA could have been more proactive in Shehzadi's case and alerted us to get appropriate legal arrangements for her earlier. My sister's life could have been spared. She was trafficked by Uzair from Agra, tortured by her employers in Abu Dhabi and implicated in a false case of the death of their child. We spent Rs 50,000 for filing an appeal in the court when we came to know that she is no more, grieved Shamsher, who works as a fabricator in Mumbai. Shehzadi's father Shabbir expressed the family's anguish at the injustice meted out to his daughter and blamed the Abu Dhabi authorities and MEA for informing them about her execution more than 15 days later. We came to know on Monday, March 3, at 4 pm that they had executed her on February 15 in Abu Dhabi following our plea in the Delhi High Court. We offered Fateha (prayers for the deceased) in our village last evening. Tomorrow they will bury her there. How can we go at such a short notice and what is the point now? She did not get justice from anywhere. We have requested the authorities in Abu Dhabi through the Indian embassy there to share photographs of her final rites, said Shabbir, a farmer from village Goyra Mugli in Banda district. According to the family, Shehzadi last spoke to her parents from Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba jail, where she was lodged, between 12 and 12.30am on February 15. She was executed soon thereafter. Hamara time khatam ho gaya, papa. Unhon ne hummey dossrey kamrey mein shift kar diya hai. Time nahi hai hamarey paas (my time is over. They (prison authorities) have shifted me to another cell. I don't have time), sobbed Shehzadi on the phone while speaking to her parents. Arrey nahi beta, aisa mat bol. Allah, Allah kar, beta (don't talk like this. Pray to Allah), cried Shabbir, while assuring his distraught daughter across the continent in a doomed lonely prison cell. Shehzadi requested her parents to withdraw the FIR against her employers (whose infant had died while in her care). Dushmani mat lena. FIR wapas le lo. Ab hummey kuch nahi chahiye. Bus, sukoon chahiye. Ye court, kachehri ka chakkar band kar do. Aaram se rehna (don't foster enmity. Withdraw the FIR. Don't run after courts. Stay in peace. I don't want anything now other than peace), wept Shehzadi on the phone. Her parents prayed for their daughter and apologised that they could not do anything for her. Kitney accidents huey hamarey saath, samajh lena ek aur ho gaya (I have met with so many accidents in my life, think this was another one), she said. Shehzadi sought forgiveness from her parents and said that she doesn't owe anyone anything and there is no debt on her. Her emotionally traumatised parents begged for Allah's mercy for their ahadur beti (brave daughter) and begged her to speak to her lawyer. That was the last call we received from Shehzadi. She was the youngest in the family of seven children -- three daughters and four sons. She had suffered 80 percent burn injuries as a child and was getting a monthly pension of Rs 1,500 from the UP government. She was a social worker and helped many people using donations she received. She was working with Roti Bank in Banda and it was during the Covid-19 pandemic that she had befriended Uzair from Agra online. He took her to Abu Dhabi in December 2021 on the pretext of getting her a good employment at his uncle Faiz and aunt Nazias home and treatment for her burn injuries there. Shehzadi began working as a caregiver for her employers newborn. The four-month-old died on December 7, 2022, after receiving routine vaccinations. Despite the hospital and police recommendation for a postmortem, Faiz and Nazia refused and signed a waiver. They later started accusing Shehzadi of murdering their child and tortured her to the extent of a forced confession of a crime she had not committed, said Shamsher. In July last year, based on Shabeer's complaint, Banda police had registered an FIR against Faiz, Nazia, Uzair and Faizs mother Anjum Sahana Begum on the courts order. Shehzadi was arrested in February 2023 in Abu Dhabi following a complaint by her employers, who blamed her for their infant's death in December 2022. She was convicted and sentenced to death on July 31, 2023. The UAE authorities officially notified the Indian embassy of her execution on February 28. It came to light during a court hearing on March 3 following a plea filed by Shabbir about his daughter's fate and legal status. The MEA informed the Delhi High Court on Monday that Shehzadi was sentenced to death in Abu Dhabi over the death of an infant and was executed on February 15. The Indian embassy was informed about the execution only on Feb 28. The MEA informed that the Indian embassy had provided legal support, including submitting mercy petitions and pardon requests to the UAE government. But the UAE's highest court - the Court of Cassation - upheld Shehzadi's death sentence.

Shocking: Disha Vakani unrecognisable in first public appearance after leaving TMKOC [Then & Now Pics]

Disha Vakani bid farewell to the show in 2017. After quitting Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, she also distanced herself from social media. Recently, a video of Disha Vakani has gone viral on social media. In this video, she is seen sharing the story of her daughter's birth, revealing how the Gayatri Mantra became her source of strength during that time.

'Travis Head gaya': Meme fest erupts as netizens crown Varun Chakravarthy India's headache remover specialist

Indian fans are relieved as Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Australia's Travis Head for 39 runs in the Champions Trophy semi-final. This crucial wicket, taken in the ninth over, gives India an early advantage. Social media erupted in celebration, recognizing the dismissal as pivotal against the player who previously troubled India in big matches.

'He looks old, charm is lost': Shah Rukh Khan avoids paparazzi, attends Asutosh Gowarikar's son's wedding incognito

King Khan donned a black tuxedo with a matching tie. He paired them with a white shirt. He completed his look with black sunglasses. Many other celebrities attended the wedding, including Swades actress Gayatri Joshi, Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, Shefali Shah, Pooja Hegde, Genelia D'Souza, Riteish Deshmukh, Sonali Bendre and Chunky Pandey.

IND vs AUS: 'Shami saab, bahut ho gaya Travis Head ka kaam'

India face Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-finals, with the focus on neutralising Travis Head. Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh emphasises the need for Mohammed Shami to dismiss Head early. Harbhajan also identifies Glenn Maxwell and Josh Inglis as key threats. He urges India to keep things simple under knockout pressure.

Buddhist association in Margherita condemns police atrocity on Buddhists

HT Correspondent MARGHERITA, March 2: The Federation of Barua Buddhist Welfare Association of Assam (FBBWAA) president Subash Baruah and secretary general Sibu Talukdar have condemned the February 28 Bihar police action at Bodh Gaya, Bihar where Buddhist monks were forcefully removed from the Hunger strike site. Talukdar said that Bodh Gaya in Bihar is the []

When art is refuge

MADURAI: When Sri Lankan couple Chidambaram and Bhuvaneswari boarded a ferry to Tamil Nadu, holding their eight-month-old daughter tightly in arms, in a bid to escape the turmoil swallowing up the island nation in the 1990s, one thing was certain in their minds that they would return, one day. However, three decades down the line, their daughter found a haven amidst the temporary shelter, and has been persevering to make it her own sweet home. C Jegatheeswari Sasidaran, a Sri Lankan refugee residing in Anaiyur Refugee Camp, is ever-ready to make lemonade when life gives her lemons. While numerous Sri Lankan Tamils, who arrived in Tamil Nadu seeking asylum, are yet to figure out their calling in a new country, this woman in her thirties is trying to make the journey less painful, at least for a few of them. Applying her ideals, she traces sponsors to ensure higher studies of the children of her refugee camp. My humble journey began after the Covid-19 outbreak, as I started to search for sponsors to support the education of the camp children. For the past seven years, I have also been making efforts to offer Silambam training for the kids free of cost, says Jegatheeswari, who strives to improve the educational status of the refugees children, despite hardships. Being a dedicated Bharatanatyam dancer, this 34-year-old also runs a dance school Sivapuvanam Natiyalaya in Madurai (since 2010), organises dance programmes, and works as a dance teacher at the Dolphin Group of Schools in Madurai and Deepawarsana Isai Kalanjiyam in Thanjavur. Like many other refugees in Tamil Nadu camps, Jegatheeswaris parents left their home in Pesalai, Mannar district of Sri Lanka, due to the civil war in the 1990s and arrived in Rameswaram without passports. To make a living here, they switched to construction works. Jegatheeswari, passionate about dance and aspiring to be an actor, faced admission challenges for her Diploma in Dance at the Government Music College in Madurai due to a lack of a community certificate. However, with the help of faculty member Thanjai Bhavanimani, she was eventually enrolled and excelled in her studies. She later worked as a part-time lecturer in several institutions and joined the folk troupe of renowned Tamil singer Dr Vijayalakshmi Navaneetha Krishnan, performing for nearly 16 years at various events, including the Delhi Tamil Sangam. As a refugee, she struggled to obtain a passport, which limited her opportunities for international performances. During my second year, my father lost his job in the Gulf, pushing our family into a crisis. My sister was already studying for a BSc in computer science with support from Jegatheeswari Akka and the Nansei NGO, which later helped cover my final year fee (`1,10,000). Now, Im a civil engineer, shares Sabri gratefully. Tamilarasan, a resident of Anaiyur camp, adds, I wanted to study agriculture, but my family couldnt provide guidance or support. Jegatheeswari Akka helped me pursue my dream, and Im now in my final year of BSc agriculture. Currently, over 15 children from the Anaiyur camp have completed higher studies and secured jobs, while two widows received sewing machines for their livelihoods. When former bureaucrat Sagayam IAS helped secure a life-saving bone marrow transplant for a child here, it brought me joy. Expressing her gratitude for the state where she was provided a safe haven and dignity of life, Jegatheeswari says, My family moved out of Sri Lanka for survival. When we reached Rameswaram, actor Vijayakanth was the first person to meet us. He offered veg and non-veg food to all of us refugees. Growing up, my art brought me close to like-minded people and various NGOs that support childrens education. Now, my only dream is to get Indian citizenship, at least for my son. We have lived here as refugees, but we dream to die as citizens of this country, where we received everything, including safety. (Edited by Arya AJ)

Aspiring for CMs post, Dy CM Shivakumar to prove strength in local polls in Karnataka

BENGALURU: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who reiterated that he will lead the party in 2028 in whichever post he would be, appears to be keen to prove his organisational capabilities in the polls to local bodies before staking claim to the CMs post. His statement is being interpreted in political circles as his aspiration to lead the party as chief minister. He met AICC general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal in New Delhi on Tuesday and discussed strategies to strengthen the party for the 2028 Assembly polls. Asked whether he requested Venugopal to let him continue as KPCC president, Shivakumar said it is false. All this is fabricated news, he told reporters on Wednesday. It is said that when Congress came to power in 2023, Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah, Venugopal and AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge arrived at an agreement that the CMs post would be shared equally between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar during the five-year term. Now, the party high command is working out a formula for the smooth transfer of power after Siddaramaiah completes seven years (including tenure in 2013-18) and 238 days as CM, breaking the record of former CM late D Devaraj Urs in January 2026. According to one formula, if Shivakumar gets the CMs post, RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge would be considered for the DCM post under the Dalit quota and Siddaramaiahs son and MLC Dr Yathindra, a Kuruba, would be made a minister. The KPCC presidents post would go to a leader hailing from the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community, a Congress leader said. On the intense debate over his statement that the next election will be held under his leadership, Shivakumar said, The party has raised me as a minister since the 1990s. They made me party president for five years and now they have given me the post of DCM. After all this, if I do not show my face and work for Congress, how can my leadership be justified? Has Congress given me so much power to sit at home? No matter what position I hold, I will lead the party. He indirectly said he has emerged as a pan-India leader with the party calling him to Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, New Delhi, Assam, Bihar and Himachal Pradesh to campaign for polls. In 2013, I was the campaign committee president and in the last election, I was the party president. Now I am DCM. I should use my ability and experience. Siddaramaiah will also lead the party. He has been the Leader of the Opposition for two terms and CM for two terms. We will move forward under collective leadership, he said. Asked if Siddaramaiah will continue as CM till the next elections, he said, Our party has elected Siddaramaiah as CM. I am the DCM and KPCC president, and I respect the partys decision.

Monitor e-filing of cases; upgrade to CCTNS 2.0 in three months: Madras HC

MADURAI: Observing that the e-filing system in the police department and criminal courts are not functioning optimally and that both parties are playing the blame game, leading to a huge pendency of charge sheets before courts, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently directed all principal district judges to constitute taluk-level and district level-committees to ensure proper functioning of the e-filing system. The court further ordered the state police to complete the implementation of the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) 2.0 within three months. Justice K Murali Shankar gave the directions while disposing of a petition filed by one S Janardhanan, seeking to quash an FIR against him by the Dindigul police in a cheating case in March 2024. Though the police claimed that they already filed the final report in his case through e-filing, the petitioner was informed by the lower court staff that they did not receive any final report. Noting that such occurrences have become common and there is widespread delay in taking final reports on file by the subordinate courts, the judge suggested the implementation of the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) platform, introduced by the e-committee of the Supreme Court, in TN. However, it was informed that the ICJS system, which interconnects the CCTNS (Police), CIS (e-courts), e-prison (jail), e-forensic (Forensic Department) and e-prosecution (Prosecution), could not be implemented in the state as the current CCTNS platform used by TN police is not compatible. Though the state police assured to upgrade to CCTNS 2.0, which supports ICJS integration, by December 2023, it remains unfinished, the judge noted and issued the above direction. The judge further gave several other instructions to the courts and the police to reduce the pendency of charge sheets. Taluk and district-level committees should be constituted, with members from the courts and the police, he said, adding that the committees should meet at least once a month to discuss issues related to filing of charge sheets and taking them on file. Order appointing 14 deans to government medical colleges binned The Madras HC on Wednesday set aside a government order issued by the state government on October 3, 2024, which appointed 14 professors as deans of government medical colleges, and ordered it to appoint deans by taking into account the candidates seniority as per the civil medical list (CML). Justice N Anand Venkatesh passed the orders on Wednesday on the petitions filed by senior professors, including Dr R Manonmani, Dr M Gayathri and Dr J A Jayapal, who said they were not considered for promotion to the post of dean on the ground that they had not completed five years as professors. The petitioners counsel contended that the orders promoting them as professors in 2019 were issued after a delay, resulting in them not completing the stipulated period of teaching as professors. ENS

Faith an important part of Suzhal season one and two: Director duo Gayatri and Pushkar

MUMBAI, Feb 26: When husband-wife director duo Pushkar and Gayatri embarked on their journey to create Suzhal: The Vortex, they had no idea that an unplanned visit to a religious festival would spark the genesis of their widely-loved Tamil series that marries faith with crime. The duo, also known for Vikram Vedha, are back with []

Couple flees home state Jharkhand, marries in Kerala amid love jihad threats, protests

ALAPPUZHA: Lovers from Jharkhand fled their home state and got married in Kayamkulam, in Alappuzha district, after their relatives and neighbours back home alleged that theirs was a love jihad. Mohammad Galib, 30, and Asha Verma, 27, hailing from Chitarpur in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, first married as per Islamic religious rites and customs at a masjid in Kayamkulam on February 11. Later, on February 16, they married again at a local temple following Hindu customs. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Muhammad and Asha said they had been in love for many years. We got married after taking the decision on our own. After registering a false case, the Jharkhand police came and recorded our statements on February 14. Further, another false case was filed against me, accusing me of kidnapping Asha and taking her away by force, the couple said. We have been asked to appear in person at the police station in Jharkhand. We want to thank our counsel Gaya S Latha and others for all their help and for ensuring our safety, they added. Earlier this month, Ashas relatives reached Kayamkulam, but she refused to go with them. The couple arrived in Kerala on the advice of a friend from Kayamkulam who worked with Muhammad in the Gulf. The counsel, Gaya, said that Ashas family had arranged her marriage to another man. After hearing this, Muhammad, who was working abroad, returned to India. However, since they belonged to different religions, opposition to their marriage grew. Protests erupted, mainly led by leaders and members of Ashas community. Subsequently, allegations of love jihad were raised against Mohammad, leading to tensions and prompting the couple to flee to Kayamkulam, Gaya said. An application has been filed to officially register their marriage at the Kayamkulam Sub-Registrar Office, Gaya said. The couple has also filed a writ petition in the Kerala High Court seeking police protection, fearing that Asha might become a victim of an honour killing. Kayamkulam DySP N Babukuttan said the couple would be provided with necessary protection if they request it.

Shri Rajarajeshwari Bhajana Vrinda, Dubai Concludes Vimshathi Bhajanatya Sambhrama 2025

Shri Rajarajeshwari Bhajana Vrinda, Dubai Concludes Vimshathi Bhajanatya Sambhrama 2025 Dubai:Shri Rajarajeshwari Bhajana Vrinda, Dubai, UAE, colourfully concluded their 20th anniversary, Vimshathi Bhajanatya Sambhrama 2025, recently at Al Nasr Leisureland, Oud Metha, Dubai, UAE. The mega event was celebrated by the Gaana Vimshathi classical music concert by young celebrity singer Ms. Sooryagayathri and her team [] The post Shri Rajarajeshwari Bhajana Vrinda, Dubai Concludes Vimshathi Bhajanatya Sambhrama 2025 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Now, BJP rebels hold a meeting of Lingayat leaders to enlist their support

Lucknow Diary: BJPs Dalit outreach plan for Assembly polls

BJPs Dalit outreach plan for Assembly polls With UP Assembly polls scheduled for 2027, political parties have started charting out priorities. The ruling BJP, along with RSS, is working out a new outreach plan focused on Dalits, to check an apparent shift of disenchanted SC vote bank from BSP to rival camps, particularly the SP and Congress. The plan envisages visits of BJP functionaries and ABVP members to degree colleges, universities, engineering and medical colleges to meet Dalit students in groups or individually and convince them about the social justice measures undertaken by Modi government at the Centre and Yogi government in UP. SBSP to contest over 10 seats in Bihar The Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), led by Yogi minister OP Rajbhar, is preparing to contest over 20 seats in Bihar, where Assembly polls are set to take place in later this year. Rajbhar, a BJP ally, claims to have completed the groundwork on nearly 29 seats. He is set to demand a fair share from the BJP and JD(U) in the state where his party has been active for the past few years. Sources said SBSP has zeroed down on assembly seats across 28 districts, including Sasaram, West Champaran, Nawada, Nalanda, Gaya, Aurangabad and Bettiah. Dalit groom assaulted, marriage party returned A Dalit groom bore the brunt of caste discrimination when a group of 40 upper caste men attacked his marriage procession for passing through their locality and playing DJ music in Bulandshahr. While the groom was pulled down from the horse, the baratis (wedding guests) were beaten up and forced to return. Six of them sustained head injuries in the incident. An FIR has been filed against 30 identified and some unknown people under relevant sections of BNS which included sections 191 (2) (rioting), 126 (2) (preventing someone from moving freely), 324 (4) (mischief), and 115 (2) (voluntarily causing hurt).

Kuch Sapney Apne first-ever sequel to a queer film in India: Sridhar Rangayan and Saagar Gupta

Mumbai, Feb 24: Love transcends gender and sexuality and Kuch Sapney Apne is a film that explores the modern complexities of a modern-day relationship, say acclaimed filmmakers and gay couple Sridhar Rangayan and Saagar Gupta. The film is a sequel to their 2018 movie Evening Shadows, which, according to the directors, travelled to 82 festivals []

Lingayat seers urge Karnataka CM for major budget allocation to promote Basavannas legacy - Daijiworld.com

Lingayat seers urge Karnataka CM for major budget allocation to promote Basavannas legacy Daijiworld.com

Lingayat spiritual and political leaders met CM with demands

Among the demands of the delegation included Rs 100 crore budgetary allocation each in every budget to spread the teachings of Basavanna which is necessary to spread the teachings among the forthcoming generations, a Sharanara Darshan Centre on the lines Akshara Dham and allocate 25 acres for the purpose

Delegation of Lingayat seers, ministers, MLAs meets Ktaka CM ahead of budget with slew of demands

Delegation of Lingayat seers, ministers, MLAs meets Ktaka CM ahead of budget with slew of demands Bengaluru: A delegation of Lingayat seers, ministers and MLAs met Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday at his residence in Bengaluru, ahead of the state budget and presented a slew of demands to him. The delegation emphasised that the [] The post Delegation of Lingayat seers, ministers, MLAs meets Ktaka CM ahead of budget with slew of demands appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Bengal Woman Meets With Accident While Escaping From Eve-Teasers At Night, Dies

The victim, identified as Suchandra Chattopadhyay, was travelling with three colleagues to Gaya for a function when the accident took place at Panagarh around 3 am.

Bengal woman killed in attempt to escape eve-teasers

A 27-year-old event management professional was killed in an accident while trying to escape from eve-teasers who were chasing her in another vehicle in West Bengal's Paschim Bardhaman district. The victim, identified as Suchandra Chattopadhyay, was travelling with three colleagues to Gaya for a function when the accident took place at Panagarh around 3 AM. Two of the other passengers sustained serious injuries. Police have launched a search operation to locate the suspects.

Footage: Anurag Kashyap to present Hindi version of Manju Warriers Malayalam thriller; trailer out

Also starring Vishak Nair and Gayathri Ashok, the found-footage feature will hit cinemas on March 7.

Project to supply water to Vattamalai dam soon, says Minister MP Saminathan

TIRUPPUR: A project to divert surplus water from Amaravathi River to Vattamalaikarai dam will be implemented soon, Tamil Development and Information and Publicity Minister MP Saminathan said on Sunday. Speaking to reporters after releasing water from the dam, he said, This dam was built to store surplus water from the Parambikulam Aliyar Project (PAP). Farmers have been demanding that surplus water from Amaravathi dam should be diverted here during rainy season . The state government has decided to do this and has chosen Ilakkumanaickenpatti for the project. A Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been prepared by Water Resources Department (WRD). This project will be launched soon. The Vattamalai dam has water capacity of 268 mcft but remained dry for many years. In January, water was released into it from the PAP for 10 days. On Sunday, water was released from the dam. Through this, 6043 acres of farmlands in the Uthampalayam, Vellakovil, Ilakkumanaickenpatti, Mulayampoondi, and Puduppai villages in Kangayam taluk will can be irrigated. Water will be released till March 6. Erode MP KE Prakash and Tiruppur Corporation Zonal Chairman L Padmanaban and WRD officials were present.

Insider track | Rajiv Gauba in the reckoning again

Rajiv Gauba in the reckoning again There is a strong buzz in the political circles that former cabinet secretary Rajiv Gauba may soon get a place in the Narendra Modis ministry. A reshuffle is expected around June or July. People in the know say if Gauba doesnt make it to the cabinet, then he is likely to get a governor role. Gauba served as cabinet secretary, with his term being extended four timeseach for one-year periods. The close working relationship between Gauba and PM Modi has led to speculation about his possible inclusion in the cabinet. Given his impressive track record, Gauba could be assigned a significant portfolio, possibly similar to how S Jaishankar, also a former diplomat, was brought in for his expertise. Gaubas administrative experience, especially in national security, positions him as a strong candidate for roles such as IT minister or MoS Home. A graduate in Physics from Patna University, Gaubas career is marked by handling high-stakes situations, including the 1984 anti-Sikh riots and overseeing elections in Muzaffarpur and Gaya. His expertise in international economics even led to his appointment as Senior Adviser to the Executive Director at IMF in Washington. Known for his role in shaping the National Action Plan to combat Left-Wing Extremism and contributing to the peaceful revocation of Article 370, Gauba has a distinguished career. The importance of Vivek Joshi Vivek Joshi, a 1989-batch Haryana cadre IAS officer, appears to be a man of all seasons in the government, as he was assigned three important roles within a span of six months. Joshi from becoming Secretary to the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) to Chief Secretary of Haryana to ending up as the Election Commissioner within the same period indicates that he happened to be the most-sought-after officer. Barely three months before he was appointed as the Election Commissioner, on the request of the Haryana government, the Centre repatriated him to his home cadre and allowed him to be appointed as the Chief Secretary of the state on November 1, 2024. On February 19, he joined the Election Commission as one of the two Commissioners. He held the position of Secretary DoPT only for less than two and a half months before being shifted from Department of Financial Services under the Ministry of Finance on August 19, where he could remain in office only till October 31. Earlier, Joshi had nearly 2-year stints both as Secretary DFS and Registrar General and Census Commissioner, where he took charge in January 2019. Nadda waits to take Kumbh holy dip Here is a Kumbh connection to BJPs Delhi election victory. While the entire BJP top deck made a beeline to Maha Kumbh not willing to miss the auspicious moments of shahi snans, party president J P Nadda waited for Delhi election results before taking a holy dip. In what can be called a thank you prayer for the BJPs impressive comeback in the national capital after 27 long years, Nadda stopped at Kashi before reaching Prayagraj on Saturday. And his family, too, joined him for the holy dip at the Sangam. V-P hails Mammooty as Ambedkar Southern film star Mammootty, accompanied by CPM MP John Britas, recently paid a visit to Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar. To the actors surprise, Dhankhar spoke fondly about some of Mammoottys iconic roles, particularly his portrayal of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar in the 2000 film Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, directed by Jabbar Patel. The performance earned Mammootty his third National Award. The V-C specifically mentioned certain frames from the movie, particularly those shot in Parliament, where the actors portrayal of Ambedkar left a lasting impact. Dhankhar spoke about how Mammootty brought depth to the character in those pivotal scenes, sparking a moment of shared appreciation between the two.

'Unhe thugga gaya hai': Vineeta Singh slams Shraddha Kapoor's jewellery brand for 'misleading' customers

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NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency on Saturday said it has filed a chargesheet against a zonal committee member of banned CPI (Maoist) in a case of attempts to revive and strengthen its presence in Magadh zone in Bihar. In its third chargesheet filed in the case before a special court in Patna, the federal agency has charged Bihari Paswan, a member of North Bihar Madhya Zonal Committee of the banned outfit, under Indian Penal Code and anti-terror Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the NIA said in a statement. He is the fourth accused against whom the chargesheet has been filed in the case, it said. NIA investigations have revealed that Bihari Paswan, who was arrested in August 2024, was trained in manufacturing of IEDs (improvised explosive devices). Along with other accused, he was actively involved in unlawful activities intended to disrupt the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India, the statement said. The NIA has alleged that Paswan co-conspired to further strengthen the presence of CPI (Maoist) in Begusarai-Khagariya area on the directions of one of the earlier arrested accused, Pramod Mishra who is a polit bureau member. Paswan used to provide logistics support to Pramod Mishra and other leaders, and was also involved in raising funds for the proscribed organisation through collection of levy from brick kiln owners and other business establishments, the agency said. The NIA had recovered mobile phones and letters connected with CPI (Maoist) from Paswan's possession during his arrest from Begusarai. The case had emanated from the arrest of two top leaders of CPI (Maoist) by Tekari police in Gaya district of Bihar in August 2023. Naxal literature, handwritten letters and seven memory cards were seized from their possession, the NIA said. The anti-terror probe agency had registered the case in October 2023 against Pramod Mishra and Vinod Mishra, residents of Gaya region

Railway asks RITES to design proposed permanent holding areas at railway stations

NEW DELHI: Following the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station which killed at least 18 people including four children, the Ministry of Railways has instructed Rail India Technical and Economic Services (RITES) to design 'permanent holding areas' (PHAs) at 60 stations across the country for crowd management. These stations have been selected based on the sudden increased crowd surges during special occasions like Holi, Diwali, Chhatha and other festivals. So far, permanent holding areas (PHAs) have been developed at only 9 stations in and around Prayagraj in UP. These holding areas are located outside the platforms to help control the flow of passengers and prevent overcrowding. In view of emerging crowds of passengers for Mahakumbh ahead of Mahashivratri, falling this year on February 26, passengers holding areas on temporary basis have also been created at Patna junction, Danapur, Ara, Buxar, Sasaram Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Hajipur, Samastipur and other railway stations following the massive origination of passengers towards Mahakumbh, a senior official working with the Ministry of Railway told this newspaper. The temporary passenger holding areas have also been created at Deendayal Upadhyay Railway station, formerly known as Mughalsarai, under the east Central Railway. Upon being asked about the progress on the plan for the construction of the proposed holding areas, the railway official said, The RITES has been instructed to start working on the design of permanent holding areas keeping every factors in mind. After the design is readied by the RITES, the Ministry of Railway after wider discussion approves it and move ahead in mission mode for 60 railway stations. Many stations in Bihar, UP and other states witness sudden surges in crowds of passengers during festivals like Saharsa. Kanpur, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Udna, New Delhi and other stations also witness sharp surges in number of passengers during festivals. After final design of PHAs is readied and approved, all amenities like ticketing zones, wi-fi, eateries stalls, and others would be made available in each of PHAs. Not only this, by doing some changes in the Amrit stations, the permanent holding area would also be created to control crowds during peak time, said an official. As it is roughly being estimated, the Ministry will have to spend between Rs 1 crore to Rs 5 crore for the development of these permanent holding areas as part of a larger effort to improve crowd management at major stations. Railway Ministry orders platform X to remove videos of New Delhi railway station stampede For the time being, in view to keep emerging crowds for Mahakumbh, massive holding areas at Ghaziabad, Anand Vihar, New Delhi, Ayodhya Dham, Vanaras ,Ballia, Siwan, Deoria, Chhapra, Rajendranagar in Patna, Muzaffarpur, Barauni, Jaynagar, Madhubani, Raxaul, and Gaya have been created by the railway. Passengers are allowed to enter the platforms based on the scheduled departure times of their trains. This initiative aims to improve crowd management and enhance passenger safety, especially during peak hours and festive seasons, the official said. Meanwhile, UP CM Yogi Aditaynath appreciated the railway for arrangements to the Mahakumbh-bound passengers. He said that more than 13,500 trains including more than 3500 special trains are in service for the Mahakumbh. The 48 digital ticketing, multilingual announcements and conveniences being provided to passengers reflect the railway's commitment, he said.

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NEW DELHI: Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has issued directions to authorities to spruce up lighting and various other amenities to facilitate visitors with walking disability at Kushinagar, a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site located in Uttar Pradesh. After reviewing the arrangements in place at Parinirvana Stupa, also known as Mahaparinirvana Temple, located among the ruins of ancient Buddhist monasteries founded during the 5th century AD, the minister said it would be developed as an international tourist attraction. According to Prime Minister Modis vision, Kushinagar in UP will be developed as an international tourist place. Today I reviewed the arrangements of the Mahaparinirvana Temple. I instructed ASI to provide better lighting and ramp facilities for tourists in the temple, he posted on social media platform X. It is believed that Gautama Buddha died in Kushinagar and attained parinirvana. Kushinagar is the central point of the Buddhist circuit, which consists of pilgrimage sites at Lumbini, Sarnath and Gaya. In the Union Budget earlier this month, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled plans to boost growth of tourism with special focus on destinations related to the life and times of Lord Buddha. Continuing with the emphasis on places of spiritual and religious significance in the July Budget, there will be a special focus on destinations related to the life and times of Lord Buddha, the finance minister had said. The Centre in recent years has been focusing on promoting sites related to Buddha. It organised the first Asian Buddhist Summit in Delhi last year. The summit, themed Role of Buddha Dhamma in Strengthening Asia, featured prominent Sangha leaders, scholars, and practitioners from across the continent, fostering dialogue and understanding while addressing contemporary challenges faced by the Buddhist community. Earlier, in 2023, the first of its kind event a two-day international conference on Shared Buddhist Heritage was held in Delhi in 2023. The programme brought together Central Asian, East Asian, South Asian and Arab countries on a common platform to discuss Shared Buddhist Heritage. In this series, an International Airport at the Lord Buddhas Parinirvana in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated in 2021.

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Rekha Ji won hearts with her usual charm at 'The Roshans' party last evening. Clad in an oh-so-glam outfit, she was seen playfully pointing at Hrithik Roshans face when paps asked, 'Jaadoo kahan hai?' leaving the 'Koi... Mil Gaya' star blushing hard. Rekha Ji also shared a sweet moment with Alka Yagnik, giving her a tight hug before planting a kiss on her cheek. Watch the video for more details! bollywood news | entertainment news live | latest bollywood news | bollywood | news18 | n18oc_moviesLiked the video? Please press the thumbs up icon and leave a comment. Subscribe to Showsha YouTube channel and never miss a video: https://www.youtube.com/c/SHOWSHAIndiaFollow Showsha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showsha_/Follow Showsha on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/showshaFollow Showsha on X: https://x.com/news18showshaFollow Showsha on Snapchat: https://snapchat.com/t/6YeotZeyMore entertainment and lifestyle news and updates on:https://www.news18.com/entertainment

CM Nitish announces ex gratia for kin of deceased from Bihar in New Delhi railway station stampede

PATNA: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday expressed grief over the deaths in a stampede at New Delhi railway station , and announced ex gratia for the next of kin of the deceased hailing from the eastern state. At least 18 people were killed and more than a dozen injured in the stampede that broke out late Saturday night at the crowded railway station. The CM has expressed condolences over the casualties in the stampede at the New Delhi railway station. He is deeply saddened by the deaths of Bihar natives in the incident, and announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the immediate family members of the deceased, and Rs 50,000 for those who are injured, a statement issued by the CMO said. According to a statement issued by the state Disaster Management Department here on Sunday, A total of eight people from the state died in the stampede that took place at New Delhi railway station on Saturday. A maximum of three people from Samastipur died in the incident, followed by two from Nawada and one each from Vaishali, Patna and Buxar districts. Commenting on the incident, Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi told reporters in Gaya, The incident which took place at New Delhi railway station last night was very tragic. It happened because of the heavy rush of passengers at the platform. Overall, adequate arrangements are in place to ensure that pilgrims don't face any difficulties. The incident took place due to a large number of passengers attempting to find space inside the trains en route to Prayagraj. The government is giving compensation to the family members of those who died and were injured in the stampede, he added. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, in a post on X, said, The incident at New Delhi railway station is heart-wrenching. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. I pray to God to grant peace to the departed souls and for the speedy recovery of the injured. Meanwhile, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad slammed the BJP-led government at the Centre over the incident, and demanded the resignation of the railway minister. The stampede episode is very disturbing. It has exposed the inadequate arrangements made by the central government. The railway minister must resign after this incident, Prasad told reporters here. Asked to comment on how lakhs of people were heading to Prayagraj for the mega religious gathering, Prasad said, Kumbh has no meaning. It is just meaningless. Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, told reporters, It's a very tragic incident. The incident has proved that the entire system has completely collapsed the government machinery is more interested in VVIPs visiting Prayagraj. There are no arrangements for poor people, who are going there at the mercy of almighty. they are suffering the most. they are dying. The government has made no arrangements for other visitors. The entire country, especially the people of Bihar, want to know who is responsible for these deaths? Accountability must be fixed, he added. Mother of two, empty hands, a blue backpack: Many journeys cut short by New Delhi stampede

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Maha Kumbh: Over 73 lakh people take 'snan' at Sangam on Maghi Purnima

PRAYAGRAJ: Amid elaborate arrangements, over 73 lakh people took a dip at the Sangam till 6 am on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the Maha Kumbh mela here. The sacred bath began early Wednesday and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been monitoring the event from Lucknow. With the Maghi Purnima bath, the month-long Kalpavas will also end and around 10 lakh Kalpvasis' will start leaving the Maha Kumbh. The administration has requested them to follow traffic rules and use only authorised parking spaces. ! -2025, -, , ! Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) February 11, 2025 While lakhs of devotees are headed to the Sangam Nose to take a dip, the Uttar Pradesh government in a statement said that by 6 am, 73.60 lakh people, including 10 lakh Kalpwasis, had taken the ritual dip at the Triveni Sangam and other ghats. CM Adityanath has been monitoring the Maghi Purnima Snan since 4 am at the war room in his official residence in Lucknow, the statement said. Director General of Police Prashant Kumar, Principal Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad and officials of CM Secretariat are also present at the war room, it said. Kumbh SSP Rajesh Dwivedi said, The movement of devotees is going on smoothly and we are taking care of all (crowd) pressure points. We have made elaborate arrangements during the previous 'snan' on Basant Panchami too. Our arrangements have been further augmented this time he said. Talking about security arrangements in place for today's snan, the SSP said, More deployment has been done at all the pressure points. Along with that, we are briefing people to ensure a smooth movement. Maha Kumbh: Prayagraj to turn into 'no vehicle zone' ahead of Tuesday's Maghi Purnima bath Meanwhile, Adityanath greeted everyone on the holy bathing festival. Heartiest greetings to all the revered saints, religious leaders, Kalpvasis and devotees who have come for the holy bath at the sacred Triveni in Maha Kumbh-2025, Prayagraj. May everyone's life be filled with happiness, prosperity and good fortune by the grace of Lord Shri Hari. May Maa Ganga, Maa Yamuna and Maa Saraswati fulfill everyone's wishes, he said in the post. According to officials, elaborate arrangements have been made to ensure that the devotees take the sacred bath without any hassle. The fair area has been declared a 'no vehicle zone' from 4 am on Tuesday, while the entire city will become a no-vehicle zone from 5 pm onwards, with an exemption for emergency and essential services, they said. To avoid traffic chaos, designated parking lots have been marked for public and private vehicles. Prayagraj ADG Bhanu Bhaskar said special police forces have been deployed at all places where crowd management becomes challenging. The special traffic plan will remain in force till the completion of the ritual to ensure safe evacuation of devotees from the fair area in case of any emergency. Bhaskar said real time data is being collected from toll plazas and officials of neighbouring districts so that the number of vehicles coming and the routes can be monitored and regulated. Srinivas, who has come from Andhra Pradesh to take a dip, said, It feels good. The UP government has made good arrangements. Many thanks to Yogi Adityanath and PM Narendra Modi. Another devotee, Gayatri, said, I am very happy to be here at the Kumbh Mela on this auspicious occasion. The UP government has created a good atmosphere here. Actually being a Hindu, this is the first time I have really felt like an Indian. People have shown their religiousness and unity has been promoted. The state transport department has arranged 1,200 additional shuttle buses, which will be available for the devotees every 10 minutes, the officials said. The Maha Kumbh will conclude on February 26 with the final Amrit Snan' on the occasion of Mahashivratri. A stampede during the Manui Amaswya 'Amirt Snan' on January 29 had left, according to the Uttar Pradesh government, 30 dead and 60 injured.

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Ranveer Allahbadia's vulgar joke: Mumbai police to question YouTuber, team

Trouble mounts for popular YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, comedian Samay Raina and others for the vulgar joke they made during a recent show titled India's Got Latent. Ranveer later released a video and tendered an apology after the social media backlash. The Mumbai police on Tuesday is set to question Ranveer Allahbadia, also known as BeerBiceps, and others in connection with the case. Apart from the Mumbai, the Assam Police on Monday filed a case against Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, Apoorva Makhija, Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina and others for allegedly promoting obscenity and engaging in sexually explicit and vulgar discussion. The issue is also likely to echo in the parliament as, following complaints from several MPs, a Parliamentary panel on information technology is discussing whether to summon Allahbadia. The podcaster may be issued a notice, seeking his appearance before the panel to answer questions linked to the row, NDTV reports. According to NDTV , Priyanka Chaturvedi, Rajya Sabha MP from Shiv Sena (UBT), has said she would raise the issue. Any abusive language in the name of comedy content crosses limits is not acceptable . You get a platform, that doesn't mean that you will utter anything. He is someone with millions of subscribers, every political has sat in his podcast. PM has given him an award... As a member of standing committee of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, I will raise this issue, she said on X. FIR against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia and others over vulgar discussion on 'India's Got Latent' show The issue is that during a recent appearance on the show, Ranveer Allahbadia asked a contestant whether they would rather watch their parents have sex for the rest of their life or join them once and put a stop to it. During the episode, according to Hindustan Times , he grilled a contestant with the question that attracted the internets censure. Would you rather watch your parents have sex every day or join them to finish it once and for all? he asked. Guess what ?? He wasnt original either. He copied this from an English show. #RanveerAllahabadia pic.twitter.com/aF9wULqi2x Mahua Moitra Fans (@MahuaMoitraFans) February 10, 2025 The question momentarily surprised even Raina, who is known for his dark humour. What the f***? Raina asked. Kya ho gaya hai Ranveer bhai ko? another judge on the show was heard asking, the HT report said. The joke triggered social media backlash against comedian Samay Raina and Ranveer Allahbadia.

Notorious criminal carrying reward of Rs 50k killed in police encounter in Bihar

PATNA: Manish Yadav, a notorious criminal carrying a reward of Rs.50,000 on his head, was killed in a fierce encounter with police in Bihar's Gopalganj district early on Friday. A constable of Special Task Force (STF) was also injured in exchange of fire. The injured constable identified as Roshan Kumar has been admitted to Sadar hospital at Gopalganj for treatment. According to police sources, Manish along with his accomplices had assembled near Rampur Khurd village under Gopalpur police station limits to commit a major crime. Acting on a tip off, a joint team of STF and district police reached Rampur Khurd village and asked Manish to surrender. Manish, who was hiding under a canal, opened fire on police, causing injuries to Roshan. Police also fired in self defence in which Manish suffered bullet injuries. Both Manish and the injured constable were rushed to a local hospital where the criminal was declared dead. Superintendent of police, Gopalganj, Avadesh Dixit confirmed the death of Manish Yadav, a fugitive criminal, in an encounter with police. He said Manish was evading arrest in connection with the recent murder of a former mukhiya (panchayat head) Arvind Yadav. SP Dixit revealed that cases of murder, attempt to murder and extortion were pending against Manish. The government had announced a reward of Rs.50,000 for his arrest. The body of Manish Yadav will be handed over to his family after post mortem, he told the media. SP Dixilt later visited Sadar hospital to know about the health condition of the injured constable. Sources said that his condition was stated to be out of danger. This is not an isolated incident of encounter in which a notorious criminal has been gunned down. Earlier, such incidents happened in Gaya, Purnea, Saran and Muzaffarpur districts in which five criminals were killed. Incumbent DGP (director general of police) Vinay Kumar has asked senior police officers to keep a surveillance on activities of active criminals in their respective districts.

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PATNA: Three people, including two women, were run over and killed by a speeding train in Bihar's Munger district early on Thursday. The deceased identified as Ram Ruchi Devi (65), Amit Kumar (41) and Usha Devi (61) were returning home after taking a holy dip at Sangam (Prayag Raj) on the occasion of Maha Kumbh. The incident took place when the victims were crossing a railway track near the Rishikund railway halt on the Jamalpur-Sultanganj railway section of East Central Railway. Locals said the victims came in contact with the Gaya-Howrah Express while crossing tracks. Poor visibility due to dense fog is being attributed as the reason for the tragedy. Eyewitnesses said that the train that hit the victims was coming from Bariarpur and heading towards Jamalpur. A big crowd assembled on the site after the incident. Government railway police and those from the railway protection force dispersed the mob and sent the bodies to a hospital for post-mortem examination.

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India-Bhutan strengthen defence ties: Lt Gen Batoo Tshering meets Rajnath Singh

The Chief Operations Officer (COO), of Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Batoo Tshering met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday and held discussions concerning a wide range of issues on bilateral relations, with a strong emphasis on defence cooperation. According to a statement by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Rajnath Singh reaffirmed India's readiness to support Bhutan in capability enhancement for defence preparedness, including provisioning of defence equipment and assets to augment the capacities of Bhutan, as per its national priorities and in line with India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy. The top Bhutanese military commander is on a six-day visit to India from Saturday. This visit coincided with the two-day visit of the Bhutanese King His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, who was in India on February 2 and 3 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela. During the meeting, Lt Gen Batoo Tshering expressed his gratitude for India's continued support in modernizing Bhutans defence infrastructure and training RBA personnel. He also reaffirmed the RBAs commitment to working closely with India to achieve a shared vision of regional peace and prosperity. The MoD highlighted that this visit was part of ongoing high-level engagements aimed at deepening bilateral defence and security relations. Chief Operations Officer (COO), Royal Bhutan Army, Lt Gen Batoo Tshering called on Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh in New Delhi today. Discussions focused on deepening #defencecooperation , capability enhancement & training support for RBA. Raksha Mantri reaffirmed Indias pic.twitter.com/EtBQfTYwOR Ministry of Defence, Government of India (@SpokespersonMoD) February 4, 2025 Upon arrival, he visited the Officers Training Academy in Gaya and several significant Buddhist cultural sites, reflecting the deep-rooted historical and cultural ties between India and Bhutan. From February 2 to 5, the General has been in New Delhi, engaging in key discussions with senior Indian officials, including the Chief of the Army Staff, National Security Advisor, Chief of Defence Staff, Defence Secretary, and Foreign Secretary. As part of his visit, he has also toured key military institutions, including the National Security Guard (NSG) in Manesar and the Defence Image Processing and Analysis Centre (DIPAC). Before concluding his visit, General Tshering will travel to Kolkata, where he is scheduled to visit the Eastern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army. He will pay tribute at the Vijay Smarak and meet with the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Command. The MoD emphasized that Lt Gen Tsherings visit is expected to pave the way for further collaboration between the two militaries. It is anticipated to deepen the strategic relationship between India and Bhutan, enhance their cooperation on matters of mutual interest and ensuring continued peace and security in the region.

Gayatri Vasudeva Yadav appointed group chief marketing officer at Reliance

Gayatri Vasudeva Yadav has been named Group Chief Marketing Officer and EVP of Strategic Initiatives at Reliance Industries Ltd. Isha Ambani announced that Yadav, joining from Peak XV Partners, will collaborate with the Chairman's Office and key executives to enhance innovation, brand impact, and customer focus. Her appointment is expected to drive the company towards greater success and growth.

Ed Sheeran at Charminar, Hyderabadis say Ismail Bhai, Angrez mil gaya

Hyderabad: Global music sensation Ed Sheeran set Hyderabad ablaze with his electrifying concert at Ramoji Film City on February 2. The British singer-songwriter, known for his chartbusters, shared the stage with Bollywood singer Armaan Malik, creating an unforgettable night for music lovers. During his stay in Hyderabad, Ed Sheeran explored the historic charm of city Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bihar achieves 100 per cent railway electrification, major infrastructure boost underway

NEW DELHI: Bihar has completed the electrification of all its railway tracks, marking a significant milestone in its infrastructure development. Alongside this achievement, over 58 new railway projects worth 86,458 crore are currently being implemented across the state. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the extensive railway progress in Bihar, emphasising that in 2009-14, only 64 km of new rail lines were built, whereas from 2015-25, we have laid down 167 km of new rail lines in Bihar. The most notable achievement is that Bihar now has 100 per cent electrified rail routes. He further stated that since 2014, a total of 3,024 km of railway routes in Bihar have been electrified. Additionally, the installation of the anti-collision device Kavach has been completed on 1,783 km of railway tracks, with tenders in progress for an additional 924 km. The Union Budget for 2025-26 has allocated over Rs 10,000 crore to Bihar, which is set to hold elections for its 243-member legislative assembly later this year. The minister pointed out that while the UPA government allocated only Rs 1,132 crore for railway projects in Bihar between 2009-14, the current government has earmarked 10,066 crore for 2025-26. In Bihar, 12 Vande Bharat trains are now in operation, covering 15 districts with 22 unique stoppages. One Amrit Bharat Express also runs between Darbhanga and Anand Vihar Terminal, covering four districts with 11 unique stoppages, Vaishnaw announced. A total of 98 railway stations in Bihar are being redeveloped as Amrit stations, with work progressing on 85 of them. Key stations under redevelopment include Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bapudham Motihari, Sitamarhi, and Darbhanga, with an estimated investment of Rs 1,555 crore. The minister also assured that Patna Junction, along with other major stations, will undergo redevelopment to enhance passenger services with modern amenities. He further noted that since 2014, Bihar has witnessed the construction of 1,832 km of new rail routescomparable to the entire railway network of Malaysia. Currently, 57 infrastructure and rail service projects are underway in the state, aimed at strengthening connectivity and improving rail services.

'Bihar achieves 100 percent electrification of railway tracks'

NEW DELHI: Bihar has achieved 100% electrification of its railway tracks, with over 58 new projects worth Rs 86,458 crore currently being implemented. In the Union Budget for 2025-26, Bihar, which is set to hold elections for its 243-member legislative assembly later this year, has been allocated over Rs 10,000 crore. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, speaking at a special press conference on Monday, stated that 57 infrastructure and rail service projects are underway in Bihar. He mentioned that 98 railway stations in the state are being redeveloped as Amrit stations, with work progressing on 85 of them. Highlighting the progress made under Prime Minister Narendra Modis tenure since 2014, Vaishnaw noted that 1,832 km of new rail routes have been constructed in Biharcomparable to the entire railway network of Malaysia. Comparing this with the previous UPA governments allocation during 2009-14, he pointed out that while only Rs 1,132 crore was allotted then, the current government has allocated Rs 10,066 crore for 2025-26. In 2009-14, only 64 km of new rail lines were built, whereas from 2015-25, we have laid down 167 km of new rail lines in Bihar. The most notable achievement is that Bihar has now 100% electrified rail routes, he asserted. Since 2014, a total of 3,024 km of rail routes have been electrified in Bihar, with Rs 86,458 crore invested in 57 ongoing projects, including new rail lines and other infrastructural developments. Vaishnaw also announced the installation of the anti-collision device Kavach on 1,783 km of rail routes, with tenders in progress for 924 km. In Bihar, now 12 Vande Bharat trains are in operation, covering 15 districts with 22 unique stoppages. One Amrit Bharat Express also runs between Darbhanga and Anand Vihar Terminal, covering four districts with 11 unique stoppages, he added. Among the 98 stations being redeveloped as Amrit stations, key locations include Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bapudham Motihari, Sitamarhi, and Darbhanga, with an estimated cost of Rs 1,555 crore. Vaishnaw also assured that Patna Junction, along with other major stations, will undergo redevelopment to provide high-standard services with modern amenities.

Fire at retail store in Hyderabads Shilparamam, second in 24hrs

Hyderabad: In the past 24 hours, Hyderabad has witnessed two fire incidents. The latest occurred on Sunday, February 2, when a massive fire broke out at the Murphy Comfort Private Limited retail store near Hyderabads Shilparamam in Uppal Bhagayath. The fire reportedly destroyed mattresses, pillows, and other cotton and foam-based materials. Upon receiving information, firefighters Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Paid parking in private open spaces without permission is illegal: Telangana HC

The court was dealing with a petition filed by Gayathri Gardens GPR Layout Plot Owners Association of Bowrampet, Dundigal municipality

Budget Focuses on Railway: FM allocates Rs 2.55 lakh crore for Indian Railways

NEW DELHI: In her eighth straightUnion Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman allocated Rs 2.55-Lakh-Cr to modernise Indian Railways, a slight decrease from last year's record allocation of Rs 2.62 lakh crore. The Gross Budgetary Support for 2024-25 was set at Rs 2,52,200 crore, reflecting a notable increase from the Rs 2,40,200 crore in the previous year, and a major rise from just Rs 28,174 crore in 2013-14. The previous budget focused on boosting industrial growth with strategic infrastructure investments. This included developing key industrial clusters at locations like Kopparthy on the Visakhapatnam-Chennai Corridor, Orvakal on the Hyderabad-Bangalore Corridor in Andhra Pradesh, and Gaya on the Amritsar-Kolkata Corridor in Bihar. Over the past decade, Indian Railways has significantly speed up its track-laying efforts. The completion of 31,180 kilometers of track, increasing from 4 kilometers per day in 2014-15 to 14.54 kilometers per day in 2023-24, highlights this progress. In addition, the electrification of 41,655 route kilometers between 2014 and 2024 has doubled the total distance electrified before 2014. The Railways also reported a first-ever freight record, with 1,588 million tonnes of goods transported in 2023-24, a marked increase from 1,095 million tonnes in 2014-15. This, along with total receipts of Rs 2,56,093 crore for the year, contributed to a net revenue of Rs. 3,260 crore. To further enhance safety, the Indian Railways has been actively implementing KAVACH an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, which was introduced in 2020. The technology automatically applies brakes if a loco pilot fails to respond. Currently deployed across 1,465 route kilometers and integrated into 144 locomotives, including Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) on the South Central Railway, the system is a key advancement in safety. The new version, Kavach 4.0, was approved in July 2024. By July 2024, over Rs 1,216 crore had been spent on Kavach, with an additional Rs 1,112 crore earmarked for the system's expansion in 2024-25. While Indian Railways relies heavily on its own resources to cover operational costs such as salaries, pensions, and maintenance, it still struggles to fully fund its capital expenditures, including new lines and wagons. As a result, the government continues to provide extra-budgetary funds and grants for these projects.

Hyderabad: HYDRAA saves park from encroachment in Patancheru

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response Assets Monitoring and Protection Agency (HYDRAA) has saved a park from encroachments at Gayathri Layout in Muthangi village of Patancheru mandal in Sangareddy district on Friday, January 31. On the representation of Gayathri Layout Residents Welfare Association, HYDRAA swung into action and carried out the demolition. Also ReadGHMC demolishes encroachments Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bhopal Food Company Director Consumes Poison After ED Raid, In Critical Condition

Payal Modi, director at Jayshree Gayatri Foods, consumed poison after ED raids found Rs 66 crore in unaccounted assets. ED seized cash, luxury vehicles, and froze Rs 6.26 crore.

HYDRAA demolishes makeshift shelters in Hyderabads Patancheru

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Disaster Response Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Friday, January 31, demolished makeshift shelters in Hyderabads Patancheru. The demolition was undertaken by HYDRAAs enforcement team at Gayatri Venture Park in Muthangi village in Sangareddy. Further details on the demolition drive are awaited. Since its inception, the agency has demolished illegal structures in Hyderabad and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

APTDC offering Kumbh Mela bus services for pilgrims

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) is offering special Maha Kumbh Mela bus services for pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to various locations across Uttar Pradesh. According to an APTDC press release on Thursday, the corporation will run two special bus services, departing from Tirupati and Nellore on February 11 and February 12, respectively. For reservations, individuals can contact www.aptdc.in or visit tourism.ap.gov.in . APTDC officials said the first special service will depart from Tirupati at 6 a.m. on February 11. The service will stop at various locations, including Ontimitta, Kadapa Bypass, Orvakallu, Kurnool Bypass, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Chitrakut, Prayagraj, Kashi and Nagpur before returning. The tour will conclude in Telangana on February 17 and in Andhra Pradesh on February 18. The package cost of the tour will be between 20,000 and 22,000 for adults and between 17,200 and 19,000 for children, depending on the pickup point. However, pilgrims will need to pay their darshan, meals and refreshment charges. For additional information, pilgrims can contact APTDC officials at Tirupati, Kadapa, Kurnool and Hyderabad. The second special service will start from Nellore at 6 a.m. on February 12, travelling via Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Annavaram, Visakhapatnam, Puri, Konark, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Chandipur, Gaya, Bodh Gaya and Kashi before reaching Prayagraj. On the return journey, the service will return to Vijayawada via Sri Kurmam and Arasavalli. The tour will conclude in Andhra Pradesh on February 18 and February 19.

Kurubas take out protest march in Kalaburagi over temple ownership dispute

They accuse Tahsildar of being biased in ordering that the temple in Melkunda (B) village be handed over to the Lingayat community

Internal Rift Widens in Karnataka BJP as Opposition to Vijayendra Grows

For decades, Yediyurappa was the undisputed leader of Karnataka BJP, building a strong Lingayat vote base

ED conducts searches in Madhya Pradesh in money laundering probe against milk products company

BHOPAL: The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations across Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday as part of a money laundering investigation into a milk products company and its promoters-directors. They are accused of supplying adulterated milk products both domestically and internationally. The ED conducted searches at multiple premises related Jayshri Gayatri Food Products Pvt Limited, its promoters and its directors in the state capital Bhopal, adjoining Sehore district and Morena district of the Gwalior-Chambal region. The searched premises included the companys manufacturing unit in Sehore district, the premises of the promoters and directors in Bhopal, besides related premises in Morena district. The searches were carried out six months after the states economic offence wing (EOW) had conducted similar searches at the premises related to the same private company and its officials at multiple places in MP. The searches were part of the investigations into allegations about the concerned company manufacturing and selling adulterated milk products. It has also been alleged that milk products were being exported to more than 20 countries, including countries in South East Asia, the Middle East and Africa, using fake laboratory reports. The EOW has already registered a case of cheating, forgery and conspiracy to use forged documents as originals. According to informed sources, there is also information about the company having made major payments to some entities in an African nation.

Tejaswi slams Vijay Kumar Sinha, says he is an immature politician

RJD leaders response comes a day after Sinha had alleged that illegal payments of more than 26.16 crore had been made for construction of three roads in Gaya division during Yadavs stint as Road Construction Minister

Karan Veer Mehra 'Majnu ban gaya hai', BB 18 winner call Chum Darang 'zehar' pens note with adorable pics, fans react

Karan Veer Mehra, in his poetic manner, penned a heartfelt note for his love Chum Darang with adorable photos, and his post went viral in no time.

Road construction scam worth 26 crore while Tejashwi Yadav was in charge: Bihar Dy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha

Illegal payments were made to the contractor, who is an associate of an RJD MP, during construction of three roads in Gaya division while Mr. Yadav was RCD Minister in 2016-2017, alleges V.K. Sinha

People Are Making Films for 5-StarRatings: Rakesh Roshan

Following the release of the docuseries The Roshans, chronicling the Roshan familys life and career, filmmaker-producer Rakesh Roshan talked to The Quint about the show, his decision to become a filmmaker, Hrithik Roshan as an actor, and more. Speaking about whether his own life inspired the underdog stories in his films Rakesh Roshan, who has directed films like Khudgarz, Khoon Bhari Maang, and Karan Arjun, said, When I started my career I was going through a lean period and then slowly I made it; I became more successful. I watch a lot of films, right from when I was 10, and I learned that a common man can relate to you if you show a common mans story. Roshan first made his acting debut in the 1970 film Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani and went on to star in films like Aankh Micholi, Khubsoorat, Aankhon Aankhon Mein, and Aakhir Kyon? In the 1980s, Roshan set up a production company before making his directorial debut with Khudgarz. When I was an actor, I wouldnt leave the set after my shot was done. I would sit on the set and watch the director to see what hes doing. Somewhere in me, I knew I wanted to become a filmmaker, Roshan recalled. Rakesh Roshan, Filmmaker I wanted to be like Raj Kapoor. When I became a producer and I would sit for scripting, the scenes wouldnt come out the way I imagined. I thought my imagination was better than what the director has given to the sequence or the film. That made me want to become a director and then I made 'Khudgarz'. Roshan went on to talk about his son, actor Hrithik Roshans potential as an actor, Hrithik has taken challenges and taken up different kind of roles, including breaking his image and doing a film like Super 30. I am very proud of him. I am very sure of his capabilities. He can do much more if some directors come to him with a good script; he can do wonders. He did Guzaarish very well; he did Koi Mil Gaya so well. Rakesh Roshan talked about dealing with his fathers demise, his own proudest moment as a father, the shift in the kind of films being made in the industry, and much more. Watch the full video for more. Hrithik Roshan Says Playing Karan Shergill 'Came Naturally' to Him In 'Lakshya'

After striking a hit chord at the Ahmedabad concert, Coldplays Chris Martin visits Mahakumbh with Dakota Johnson

British band Coldplay is all the hype lately, performing shows in India in Ahmedabad and Mumbai. After the last performance in Ahmedabad, Coldplays frontman and vocalist Chris Martin ensured a time off to visit the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela at Prayagraj on Monday, accompanied by his girlfriend actor Dakota Johnson. A video of the couple has been doing the rounds on social media where they are seen arriving at the Kumbh mela. The video captured by ANI showcases Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson sitting in the car surrounded by ever enthusiastic onlookers outside. Chris looked to be quite in the moment, filled with all the spiritual energy of the grand Mahakumbh. He was witnessed interacting with fans through gestures. At a point, he stuck his tongue out while posing for the camera. Reacting to the video, users expressed their views full of joy and admiration for the couple. One of them said, 5 concerts in two cities and now #Mahakumbhmela2025, Aadhar Card for Chris Martin please. While, another one even called him Krishna Martand, instead of Chris Martin. Someone said, Love how Chris and Dakota are embracing the Indian culture. Mahakumbh mela continues in full swing, the event visited by masses from all parts of the world. Started from January 13, 2025 the Mahakumbh will continue till 26 th February 2025. Devotees and pilgrims are reaching to the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Till now, the grand event has witnessed a flock of over 14.76 crore devotees, who have taken the holy dip at the Sangam. Moreover, it is expected to attract an estimated 40 crore devotees. Coldplay in India The British band that is now a global sensation is out for its Music of the Spheres World Tour. Under which, it has performed five shows in India led by Chris Martin. The band includes guitarist Johnny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion along with manager Phil Harvey. The first three shows were held successfully in Mumbai. And the remaining two, back-to-back in Ahmedabads Narendra Modi stadium. Notably, its final one on the eve of Republic Day last Sunday, registered an attendance of 1.34 lakh people. Making it the largest ever concert in India, the first occasion where a ticketed concert had a crowd of a lakh. Prior to this, the concerts of singers Diljit Dosanjh and Justin Bieber saw 50,000 people. On 26 th January, Chris also sang his rendition of Vande Mataram at the concert, grabbing cheers and applaud from the audience. Star couple Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin earlier visited Shri Babulnath Temple in Mumbai, while in India. This visit was extensively shared on social media platforms with photos and videos of the couple trending online. Dakota Johnson had also reached to seek blessings at the Siddhi Vinayak temple along with Indian actresses Sonali Bendre and Gayatri Joshi.

Kharge Taunts BJP Leaders' Dip in Ganga

New Delhi/Mhow/Mahakumbh Nagar: On a day Union home minister Amit Shah took a dip at the Triveni Sangam at Mahakumbhnagar (Prayagraj), Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday asked if poverty could be ended by taking a dip in the Ganga and alleged that BJP leaders were competing to take a dip for the cameras. Addressing the Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan rally in Madhya Pradeshs Mhow, Mr Kharge said BJP leaders kept taking dips till it appeared good on camera, even as the Congress chief asserted that he was not questioning anyone's faith. He also extended his apology if anyone was hurt by his comment. Don't fall into the trap of false promises of (Narendra) Modi. Is poverty ended by taking a dip in the Ganga? Does it fill your stomach? I don't want to question anyone's aastha (faith). If anyone feels bad, I apologise, the Congress chief said. But tell me, when a child is dying of hunger, is not going to school, labourers are not getting their dues, at such a time, these people are spending thousands of rupees and competing for taking dips (in the Ganga), he said, adding that they (BJP leaders) keep taking dips till it appears good on the camera. Such people cant benefit the country. Our faith is in God --people perform puja at home every day, all women move out of their homes after performing puja, there is no issue. But we have an issue with the poor being exploited in the name of religion, the Congress president added. His remarks came hours after Union home minister Amit Shah took a dip at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh. Flanked by some top seers, Mr Shah took the dip at around 1 pm on Monday. The home minister also held an interaction with Junapithadheeshwar Mahamandaleshwar Acharya Avdheshanand Giri Ji Maharaj and some other top seers aboard a cottage on a floating jetty. Reacting to Mr Kharges remarks, the BJP said while the whole world was talking about the Maha Kumbh, India's biggest Opposition party was negating it. Crores of people are pained to hear the statement made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Maha Kumbh, said BJP MP and spokesperson Sambit Patra. Such statements against the Sanatan Dharm are shameful. Rahul Gandhi and the Congress should explain their anti-Sanatan thinking Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi should apologise to every person who has faith in Sanatan Dharma and the entire nation, Mr Patra added. During the Mhow rally, Mr Kharge also took a swipe at Mr Shah's remarks in the Rajya Sabha that had created a furore during the Winter Session. Abhi ek fashion ho gaya hai -- Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. Itna naam agar bhagwan ka lete to saat janmon tak swarg mil jata (It has become a fashion these days to say Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. If they had taken God's name so many times, they would have got a place in heaven), Mr Shah had said in a jibe at the Opposition. Referring to the remarks, the Congress chief slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah, saying: They have committed so many sins that they cannot go to swarg (heaven) in 100 lives.

Yashashree wins third gold for Tamil Nadu; Army edges out ITBP to retain ice-hockey crown

Srinagar: Yashashree of Tamil Nadu on Monday won the third gold medal for her state in the final skating event of the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2025 held at Leh, the capital of Ladakh. In the 500-metre womens long track at Gupuks, the frozen over pond replenished by the waters of Indus, she clocked 00:58:00 seconds, winning the gold. Riya Vilas Gayakwad of Maharashtra (1:04.31 secs) and Srija S Rao of Karnataka (1:04.93 secs) won silver and bronze, respectively, in the tightest of finishes. While host Ladakh won two golds on the final day to finish with four golds, the Indian Army edged out the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) by 2-1 to retain the ice-hockey title. The Army had lost to ITBP 3-1 in a league match on Saturday. Thirteen gold medals were at stake in the first phase of KIWG 2025. The second chapter of the snow games will be held at Gulmarg, the Kashmir Valleys premier ski resort, from February 22 to 25. Ladakh won two of the four golds decided on Monday. Their mixed relay quartet, comprising Stanzin Jampal, Skarma Tsultim, Mohammed Saquaf Raza and Padma Angmo, clocked 3:02.19 secs to strike gold. Maharashtra (3:03.78 secs) and Telangana (3:04.85 secs) won silver and bronze, respectively. The Ladakhi players romped past fancied ITBP 4-0 to finish on top of the womens round-robin league at Lehs NDS Stadium. Womens ice hockey started only last year and interestingly, Ladakh had lost the final match to ITBP by a 4-0 scoreline. Himachal Pradesh won the bronze, the Sports Authority of India said. Its media wing SIA Media quoted Padma Chorol, a senior member of the Ladakh womens ice hockey team. As saying, It feels amazing and its a big moment for our team. Last year, we lost to ITBP but this year, we made a strong comeback. He added, A huge thanks to our coach and the Khelo India administration for bringing this event to Ladakh and making this possible for us. KIWG 2025 toppers Ladakh (7 medals, including four golds) were followed by Tamil Nadu (five medals including three golds). Maharashtra finished with the maximum number of medals (10) but only two golds meant they finished third. Maharashtra had finished on top in KIWG 2024, winning 20 skating medals that included six golds. Telangana (2 golds) finished fourth and Karnataka (1 gold) fifth in KIWG 2025. DAY 5 RESULTS (Jan 27) ICE HOCKEY (Mens final at NDS): Indian Army beat ITBP 2-1; Losing semi-finalists Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh got bronze. (Womens final round-robin league at NDS): Ladakh beat ITBP 4-0 for gold; Himachal Pradesh won bronze. ICE SKATING (all finals) MIX relay (at NDS): 1. UT- Ladakh (Stanzin Jampal, Skarma Tsultim, Mohammed Saquaf Raza, Padma Angmo) 3:02.19 secs 2. Maharashtra (Ishan Darvekar, Vyom Sawant, Swaroopa Deshmukh, Anvayi Deshpande) 3:03.78 secs 3. Telangana (Pranav Madav, Vishnu, Nayana Sri, Geetika) 3:04.85 sec. 500m women long track (at Gupuks): 1. Yashashree (Tamil Nadu) 00:58.00 secs; 2. Riya Vilas Gayakwad (Maharashtra) 1:04.31 secs 3. Srija S Rao (Karnataka) 1:04.93 secs.

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Sri Lanka Prepares for First Test Against Australia Without WAGs

In an interesting turn of events, it's unclear whether the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) board took a leaf out of its Indian counterpart's book, but the home players won't have their WAGs (wives or Girl-friends), at least for the first Test match against the visiting Australians starting Wednesday. No, no wives or family members are with the home players in Galle, an SLC source confirmed from Colombo on Sunday evening. Adding a twist, both teams are staying in separate hotels due to insufficient room availability at the hotel where the home team is stationed. The source explained, Both teams had training on Sunday. On Monday, our team will have another training session in the afternoon. The four-day camp, an initiative by our head coach Sanath Jayasuriya, ended on Saturday. Unfortunately, two days were wasted due to heavy rain. Our players, with the help of about ten net bowlers, played matches throughout the day in this camp. It was the idea of our coach to create a match atmosphere in the camp. The original squad of 18 announced by the SLC has been reduced to 17, as injured Pathum Nissanka hasn't traveled with the team for the first Test. He may join before the second Test subject to his fitness. Interestingly, the selectors havent appointed a Vice-Captain to the Dhananjaya de Silva-led team. As both teams gear up for an exciting series, it remains to be seen how the absence of family support will impact the players' performance on the field. With intense training and strategic preparations in place, Sri Lanka hopes to make a strong start against the formidable Australian side. Tilak Varma Shines on Field as Parents Seek Blessings at Kumbh Mela In a thrilling match that went down to the wire, Tilak Varma emerged as a pivotal player in Team India's victory against England on Saturday. His poise, determination, and skill on the field were instrumental in turning the tide in India's favor, leaving cricket enthusiasts in awe. As Tilak was shining on the cricket field, his parents, Namboori Nagaraju and Gayatri Devi, were experiencing a spiritual journey at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. The father, speaking exclusively, shared, I am here in Kumbh Mela with my wife. We both took 'Shahi Snan' on Saturday and were fortunate enough to see Tilak playing a splendid match also the same day and had a hand in Indias win. Adding further, he said, We watched the match on a big screen here in our Varanasi hotel. We could also speak to Tilak after the match. Obviously, he was very happy and we were too. Tilak Varma's journey to cricket stardom started with humble beginnings. Born on 8 November 2002 into a Telugu family in Hyderabad, his father, Namboori Nagaraju, worked as an electrician, while his mother, Gayatri Devi, managed the household. He also has an elder brother, Tarun Varma, who, with his friends, enjoyed the match. A lifelong interest in cricket began early for Tilak, when he was spotted playing tennis ball cricket by coach Salim Bayash at the age of 11. Recognizing Tilak's raw talent, Bayash trained him at the Legala Cricket Academy in Lingampally. Despite the considerable distance, Bayash would ferry Tilak to and from the academy on his scooter, covering more than 40 kilometers each way, until Tilak's family relocated closer to the academy. Tilak Varma pursued his early education at Crescent Model English School and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans Public School in Hyderabad. He completed his secondary education at Lepakshi Junior College in Hyderabad. In the intense match against England, Tilak's performance was nothing short of spectacular. Tilak Varma in T20Is since his last dismissal - 318 runs in 174 balls at 182.75 SR with 24 fours and 22 sixes. His match-winning knock of 72 (N.O.) had 4 fours and five sixes. His calm demeanor, strategic play, and unyielding focus helped secure a crucial victory for Team India. This win not only showcased Tilak's burgeoning talent but also highlighted his potential to become a future star in Indian cricket. Tilak's parents are scheduled to return to Hyderabad on Monday. However, they have no plans to visit any match venues of the current series. Tilak Varma's journey from a young boy with a passion for cricket to becoming a key player in an international match is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and the unwavering support of his family and coach. As Tilak continues to grow and make his mark in the cricketing world, fans eagerly await many more incredible performances from him.

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Tilak Varma Shines on Field as Parents Seek Blessings at Kumbh Mela

As Tilak was shining on the cricket field, his parents, Namboori Nagaraju and Gayatri Devi, were experiencing a spiritual journey at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj

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