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The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) legislature party meeting is scheduled to take place at 10 am on December 4 at Maharashtra Vidhan Bhavan, as confirmed by the party’s state unit. During the meeting, the MLAs will elect their leader, who is expected to become Maharashtra’s next chief minister. A top official stated that the chief […]
On December 1, monks and devotees from ISKCON Bhadaj held a peaceful protest to condemn the alleged persecution of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. The arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das by Bangladeshi authorities has triggered widespread criticism. Through silent demonstrations, the protesters aim to promote peace, compassion and respect for all beliefs, while […]
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested two suspects involved in the theft of idols and cash from Shantinath Jain Derasar in Bilimora, Navsari district. Their arrests have also resolved multiple burglary cases across Mehsana, Ahmedabad and Valsad districts. The suspects, identified as Mohammed Aminur alias Bhayankar Mannankhan Pathan (30) and Yasin Kalam Sheikh (32), are […]
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has issued a notice to the state police chief regarding allegations against IAS officer Neha Kumari, the Mahisagar District Collector. The controversy arises from a viral video in which she is purportedly heard making abusive remarks toward a Dalit youth and denigrating members of the legal profession. In […]
A 95-year-old retired Muslim teacher from the Idgah area of Ahmedabad has willed his ancestral home to a Hindu woman who has cared for him like a daughter in his twilight years. Syed Hussain Ali Abbas Ali Bukhari, a former teacher at Anjuman Islam High School in the city, grew up without parental support after […]
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Monday said that India is prepared to complete the acquisition of three additional Scorpene submarines and 26 naval-variant Rafale-M fighter jets. The statement, which highlighted initiatives to improve India’s maritime defence capabilities, was made at a press briefing ahead of Navy Day. Admiral Tripathi also emphasised the […]
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani as central observers for the Maharashtra legislature party meeting, scheduled for December 4. As the suspense over the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra continues, outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s son, Shrikant Shinde, has denied being in contention […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India in 2025 following an invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov. Speaking at a briefing, Ushakov stated that the dates for Putin’s visit would be decided in early 2025. “Our leaders have an agreement to hold meetings once a year. […]
Farmers have started their ‘Delhi Chalo’ march towards the Parliament complex today, causing severe congestion at the Delhi-Noida borders. The five demands for benefits and compensation under the new agricultural laws are being pressed by the Uttar Pradesh farmers. The police have increased security measures, such as building barriers, inspecting cars and redirecting traffic in […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to watch the film The Sabarmati Report at 4 pm today at the Balyogi Auditorium within the Parliament complex. The 2002 Godhra train fire, which caused massive unrest across Gujarat, is explored in this Dheeraj Sarna-directed movie. The horrific incidents that occurred during the crisis have often been associated […]
CareEdge has upgraded the credit rating of Gopalpur Port from BBB (RWP) to AA/Stable, marking an increase of six notches, following its acquisition by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) in March 2024. CARE cited that “APSEZ has an established track record of successfully turning around port assets including Dhamra Port post-acquisition through bringing […]
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) supremo Mohan Bhagwat has encouraged couples to have a minimum of three children to prevent a decline in the population. Addressing the ‘Kathale Kul (clan) Sammelan’ in Nagpur on Sunday, he emphasised that the ‘kutumb’ (family) is a fundamental unit of society. He claimed, “A declining population is a serious issue. […]
Sixty-three ISKCON monks, all Bangladeshis with valid travel documents, were barred from crossing into India on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Reports from several Bangladeshi media outlets and ISKCON Kolkata confirmed the development on Sunday. The monks were stopped at the Benapole land port, located on the Bangladesh side of the international border, by Bangladeshi […]
Actor Vikrant Massey has announced a temporary retirement from films, stunning his fans and the film industry alike. On December 1, the acclaimed actor shared an emotional Instagram post revealing his decision to step away after completing his last two film projects, expressing gratitude for the memories he has created over the years. This announcement […]
A 34-year-old ward-level BJP leader was found dead at her residence in Bhimrad village, under Althan police station jurisdiction, on Sunday afternoon. Dipika Patel, who was the BJP Mahila Morcha leader of ward number 30, is suspected to have died by suicide. She reportedly made a distress call to BJP councillor Chirag Solanki moments before […]
The sixth edition of Abhivyakti – The City Arts Project, an initiative of the UNM Foundation under the Mehta Family’s Torrent Group, offered an extraordinary experience to art, music, and dance enthusiasts in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The evening showcased a diverse array of artistic expressions, including a powerful musical performance, a thought-provoking musical satire theatre, […]
With the growing need for money and a better lifestyle, we tend to get stuck in a loophole of constantly wanting more. Stuck in this loophole, we sometimes miss out on feeling grateful, blessed, and full of life. Maybe this was instilled in us when we were kids; maybe we took earning too seriously and […]
The ongoing impasse in Parliament, driven by the Congress’s demand for a thorough discussion on the Adani bribery allegations and the government’s resistance to it, shows no signs of abating. This deadlock has created disquiet among some Congress Lok Sabha MPs and other Opposition parties, given the continued stalling of both Houses. The Congress MPs […]
Netflix is closing 2024 with a bang, unveiling a star-studded slate of films, series and specials to keep viewers entertained throughout December. From Keira Knightley’s return to television to Sabrina Carpenter’s festive spectacular and Angelina Jolie’s portrayal of a legendary opera singer, the streaming giant has something for everyone. Keira Knightley Makes Her Return in […]
The Anti-Conversion Bill, which aims to stop forced religious conversions, was approved by the Rajasthan cabinet on Saturday. In the upcoming session, the bill will be introduced in the state legislature. Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa claims that in order to combat forced conversions, the bill calls for harsh punishments, such as one to […]
