New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Reacting to spiritual leader Dhirendra Shastri’s recent remarks on “removing the stain” of Kashi, political leaders have offered measured responses, balancing religious sentiment with respect for legal processes.Shiv Sena National Spokesperson Shaina NC said, “We all believe that Sanatana Dharma is a symbol of peace and harmony. It is needed as it promotes unity and preserves cultural values. We also respect the court’s decision on the Kashi Vishwanath matter. We…
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Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) Global head turner Priyanka Chopra Jonas posted a glimpse into her life with a candid photo dump, sharing a mix of moments from different places and moods. Priyanka took to Instagram, where she shared a variety of pictures, including one of herself in a scuba diving outfit, a glimpse of her feature in a magazine, snippets from films she watched such as Hum Aapke Hain Koun…? and Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, and a clip of the late star dancing to “Kaate Nahi Kat Te Ye Din”…
Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has questioned a NEET aspirant from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, in connection with an alleged terror radicalisation network with links to Mumbai, officials said on Thursday.They further mentioned that multiple electronic devices have been seized, and the youth has been summoned again for further questioning on April 22.In a coordinated operation with the Uttar Pradesh ATS, Maharashtra ATS officials conducted a search at a residence …
Jaipur, April 11 (IANS) Akhilesh Yadav, National President of the Samajwadi Party, Member of Parliament, and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, was in Jaipur on Saturday to attend a private programme, during which he touched upon cultural, social, and political issues. Addressing a press conference, he spoke on burning issues in Uttar Pradesh, including the controversies surrounding the Shankaracharya.He said Shankaracharya’s views have great significance. At present, he is fighting…
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) The Vande Bharat Express network has recorded a sharp rise in passenger traffic in FY 2025–26, with nearly 4 crore passengers opting for the semi-high-speed trains, marking a 34 percent year-on-year growth, according to the Ministry of Railways on Friday.Since its launch in February 2019 on the New Delhi–Varanasi route, the Vande Bharat Express has evolved into a nationwide network and has cumulatively served more than 9.1 crore passengers through over one lakh tri…
Dehradun, April 10 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has urged the Union government to improve air connectivity from Dehradun to the key religious destinations of Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya. In response to the Chief Minister’s request, Union Minister of Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu informed him through a formal letter that 254 weekly round‑trip flights are currently operating from Dehradun to 11 destinations: Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Bengaluru, Mumbai, …
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India on Thursday reported its highest-ever annual sales, retailing 19,363 units in FY25-26, up 2.29 per cent from 18,928 units in the previous fiscal, driven by strong demand for its top-end and core luxury segments.The company also recorded a 7.45 per cent growth in the January-March 2026 quarter, selling 5,131 units compared to 4,775 units in the same period last year.The German luxury carmaker said its performance was supported b…
Mumbai, April 6 (IANS) Actor Namish Taneja has shared his experience of working with a transgender actor for the first time in his career, in the show Mangal Mukhi. Sharing his experience of working on the show, Namish Taneja said, “This is the first time I have been part of a story like this, and also the first time I have worked so closely opposite a transgender actor.”He further added, “Honestly, it was an incredibly comfortable and enriching experience. I had seen Ella on Instagram ear…
Anuppur, April 5 (IANS) At least three people have been rescued and shifted to a hospital after a four-storey building collapsed in Madhya Pradesh’s Anuppur district on the evening of April 4, said officials on Sunday, adding that the rescue operation, aimed at locating others who may be trapped, is being conducted by various agencies, including the NDRF and local police. Additionally, an investigation into the incident has been initiated.Two bodies were recovered from the debris on Saturday. …
Mumbai, April 4 (IANS) Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas gave a peek into her morning routine as she headed to work in Hyderabad. Priyanka took to Instagram stories, where she shared a video of herself where she is seen prepping her skin with a hydrating face mask and a wand.The actress was heard saying in the clip: “Goodmorning. On my way to work. Skin prep. Its a beautiful day for a beautiful sheet mask. What’s your morning routine. #Morningroutine #Hyderabad.”Priyanka is in Hyderabad to…