Director Sukumar, known for the blockbuster Pushpa 2: The Rule, recently shocked fans by expressing a desire to "quit cinema" during an event in Hyderabad, despite the film's record-breaking success. His statement follows a tragic stampede incident at a screening of the movie, triggered by Allu Arjun's unscheduled visit, which led to the death of a woman and critical injuries to her son. Allu Arjun was briefly arrested and later released on interim bail. Director Sukumar, celebrated for helming ...Read More
UPPSC PCS Prelims Answer Key 2024: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has published the answer key for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Preliminary Exam 2024. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now review the answer key and submit objections, if any, through the official website uppsc.up.nic.in. The objection submission process will remain open until December 30, 2024. The answer key is available for both General Studies Paper 1 and General Studies Pape...Read More
The State government has turned the centenary celebrations of the 1924 Belgaum Congress Session as a party programme, BJP MP Jagadish Shettar said in Belagavi on Tuesday. He criticised the centenary celebrations as a waste of public money on a party programme, that will be attended by fake Gandhis. He told reporters that the Congress government in the State has belittled the stature of the event by making it a party function. It is a matter of pride for all of us that this year marks the cent...Read More
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ken-Betwa river linking project in Madhya Pradesh. He highlighted Dr B R Ambedkar's contributions to water resource development. The project aims to provide drinking water to millions and generate hydropower and solar energy. Modi emphasized the importance of water security for future progress.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday accused Congress of ignoring Dr B R Ambedkar's contribution to the development of water resources in ...Read More
Jaipur: A three-year-old girl, identified as Chetna, fell into a deep borewell in the Badiyali Dhani area of Kiratpura, Kotputli-Behror district on Monday. The girl was playing outside her home with her older sister when she slipped and fell into the borewell around 1:50pm. Chetna is currently trapped at a depth of 150 feet. A joint rescue operation is underway, led by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and local district authorities. The team is...Read More
An Army vehicle transporting soldiers of the 11 Maratha Light Infantry veered off the road and plunged into a gorge near an advanced post in Poonch, J&K, resulting in the death of five soldiers and critically injuring five others. The accident occurred around 5.40pm as the vehicle was en route to Balnoi along the LoC in Mendhar. JAMMU: An Army vehicle ferrying soldiers of the 11 Maratha Light Infantry veered off the road and rolled down a gorge near a forward post in J&K's Poonch Tuesday evenin...Read More
The Jal Shakti ministry aims to achieve ambitious goals of tap water coverage and sanitation in rural India by 2025. Despite missing the 2024 deadline, they work towards universal ODF Plus status and ecological restoration under the Namami Gange Programme, pushing for full coverage in lagging states. In the wake of missing its 2024 deadline, the Jal Shakti ministry has shifted its focus to 2025 to meet the ambitious targets of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin. The goa...Read More
Bengaluru: In a new twist to the ongoing political controversies in Karnataka, BJP MLA Munirathna Naidu was attacked on his head with an egg while participating in a party function near Kanteerava Studio in Nandini Layout Wednesday morning. While the Rajarajeshwari Nagar legislator termed the attack as a conspiracy against him by his political detractors, the ruling Congress shot back, stating it was 'stage-managed' by the MLA to gain mileage and sympathy in the backdrop of rape charges against...Read More
Telangana State Film Development Corporation (FDC) chairman and leading producer Dil Raju on Wednesday said a delegation of film personalities would call on state Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy today to foster "healthy relations" between the government and the industry. The meeting assumes significance amid Cinematography minister Komatireddi Venkat Reddy's statement that the state government, in future, may consider ticket price hike only for certain categories such as films made on history, f...Read More
Chaos erupted during a protest in Patna over the alleged leak of the December 13 BPSC exam paper, leading to a police baton charge on job aspirants. Protesters demand the exam's cancellation, with political leaders supporting them and calling for a Bihar bandh if their demands are not met.Chaos erupted during a protest in Patna on Wednesday over the alleged leak of a question paper of the December 13 combined preliminary exam conducted by Bihar PSC, prompting the state police to baton charge job...Read More
Renowned writer and Jnanpith Award laureate M T Vasudevan Nair has passed away at 91 after being treated for heart failure. With a prolific career spanning seven decades, M T authored numerous novels, short stories, and screenplays, making an indelible mark on Malayalam literature and cinema. Kerala's government has declared official mourning in his honor.Noted writer and Jnanpith Award winner M T Vasudevan Nair, who had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital here following heart failur...Read More
Kalyan: The body of a 13-year-old girl, who went missing on Monday after she stepped out of her house to buy snacks, was found on a deserted stretch on Kalyan-Padgha road on Tuesday. Police suspect that she was sexually assaulted. Police suspect the involvement of a neighbour, who was arrested last year for allegedly molesting the girl. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect. On Monday, around 4.30pm, the girl took Rs 20 from her mother and stepped out to buy snacks. When she did not r...Read More
The Sabarimala would be reopened on December 30 evening for Makaravilakku festivities. Kottayam: The mandala pooja, a key ritual marking the conclusion of the first phase of the annual pilgrimage to the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple, will take place on December 26. The ritual will be carried out between noon and 12.30 pm on the day by temple tantri (head priest) Kandararu Rajeevaru, Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) President P S Prasanth said in a press conference here on Tuesday. The ceremo...Read More
Hyderabad: Dil Raju, chairman of Telangana Film Development Corporation, said that chief minister A Revanth Reddy has agreed to meet Telugu film industry representatives in next two days to discuss various issues in the aftermath of Allu Arjun-police showdown spiralling into a big issue. Soon after returning from a trip to the US, Dil Raju on Tuesday said he went and met the CM. He also has plans to facilitate a dialogue between the CM and Allu Arjun, who was questioned by cops in connection wi...Read More
Himachal Pradesh is experiencing a winter wonderland as heavy snowfall on December 25, 2024, has blanketed several regions, affecting travel plans across the state. A total of 226 roads, including three major national highways, were closed due to snow, with Shimla, Kullu, and Lahaul and Spiti being the hardest hit. Key roads like Attari-Leh, Sanj-Aut, and Gramphoo were among those shut down, halting traffic to popular tourist destinations. Despite the road closures, the snowfall has given a maj...Read More
While IRCTC has said on the site that the downtime is because of the maintenance activity, it's not clear by when it is expected to resolve. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website is facing a significant outage since this morning. When you visit the IRCTC website, you will be greeted by a message which reads: "DUE TO MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY, E-TICKETING SERVICE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE TRY LATER. FOR CANCELLATION/FILE TDR, PLEASE CALL AT CUSTOMER CARE NO. 14646,08...Read More
President Murmu to confer Bal Puraskar on Dec 2617 children from 14 states to receive awardsEvent at Bharat Mandapam with PM Modi as chief guest On December 26, President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children from 14 states and Union Territories. The ceremony is set to celebrate the achievements and potential of India's youth, with a special focus on inspiring the next generation to contribute to the nation's progress. This year, the aw...Read More
Christian communities worldwide celebrate December 25 as a day of joy and happiness. But the situation in India is altogether different as Christmas is marked by oppression, persecution and violence. In recent years, there have been reports of attacks on churches, violence against pastors and believers, and denial of rights under Article 25 of the Indian Constitution. In 2024, Christians in India continue to face serious challenges including Manipur violence, marked by rising hostility and viol...Read More
YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, shared a terrifying experience where he and his girlfriend were nearly drowned in Goa due to an underwater current. They were rescued by an IPS officer and his IRS wife after Allahbadia called for help. The incident left them feeling grateful and protected, and Allahbadia wished his followers a Merry Christmas. YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps revealed that he nearly drowned while swimming in Goa. He was rescued by an I...Read More
Jamai expressed solidarity with jailed individuals without trial AIMIM Delhi chief Dr Shoaib Jamai has stirred controversy after meeting the family of Shahrukh Pathan, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots. Pathan, who gained infamy when a video of him pointing a gun at a policeman during the riots went viral, is currently lodged in Tihar Jail. The meeting has fuelled speculation that AIMIM may consider fielding him as a candidate in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. Speaking about the possi...Read More
The police clarified in a post on 'X' that some individuals had shared videos falsely claiming the stampede occurred before Allu Arjun arrived at the theatre. "We will take strict action if anyone posts false information or videos on social media that mislead people about the Sandhya Theatre stampede incident. It has come to our attention that some people posted false videos that a stampede had taken place before Allu Arjun arrived. The police department has already presented the facts learned ...Read More
In a post on X, Malviya alleged, "Something troubling is unfolding in Telangana under the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government. The administration appears to be targeting Tollywood, one of India's largest and most vibrant film industries, allegedly because Telugu superstars and film producers have refused to comply with the Chief Minister's attempts to exert control and extract money from them." "The controversy began with the demolition of superstar Nagarjuna's convention center in Hyderabad....Read More
No injuries are reported in the incident which occurred at around 10.20 pm. Mumbai: A fire broke out inside a moving Lamborghini car on the Coastal Road in Mumbai on Wednesday night, officials said. No injuries are reported in the incident which occurred at around 10.20 pm. A fire brigade official said one fire engine was promptly dispatched to the spot. The blaze was doused in approximately 45 minutes. The information about the exact number of occupants in the car and the cause of the fire...Read More
Gurgaon: The city may witness dense fog until Dec 29. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'yellow' alert for dense fog in the southern part of Haryana for the next four days. Rain is likely on Dec 27. Fog intensity is classified based on visibility -- 'very dense' fog when visibility is under 50 metres, 'dense' fog when it is between 50 and 200 metres, 'moderate' fog between 200 and 500 metres, and 'shallow' fog between 500 and 1,000 metres. On Wednesday morning, dense fog...Read More
According to the reports presented by various online media sources, the woman was caught violating several traffic rules and decided to use humour and impersonate the famous cartoon character Shinchan Nohara in a bid to avoid a fine. The amusing exchange, shared online by Officer Aman Kataria, quickly became a social media sensation.A funny and unexpected interaction between a woman and a traffic officer in Rohtak, Haryana, has recently gone viral. According to the reports presented by various o...Read More
Dec 23 (Reuters) - Seamer Mohammed Shami will not be considered for India's fourth and fifth tests in Australia due to a knee injury, the Indian cricket board (BCCI) said on Monday. The 34-year-old has fully recovered from his heel injury after undergoing surgery in February. He was not picked in the squad but there was a chance he could be added to support pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Shami has not played international cricket since the 50-overs World Cup last year but has returned to domes...Read More
Chandigarh: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central govt of meting out step-motherly treatment to farmers by not even allowing them to voice their genuine demands. Mann asserted that it is unfortunate that the Prime Minister is more focused on emerging as a "global leader" by intervening in international affairs rather than resolving issues faced by the countrymen. In a statement, the chief minister lamented that the "self-proclaimed" glo...Read More
In recent years, many Bollywood celebrities have adopted a strict policy of keeping their children away from the curious eyes of the paparazzi. This trend reflects a growing desire among stars to protect their kids' privacy while navigating the challenges of fame. Now, and also requested photographers not to take photos of their daughter. Our photographer revealed, "Ranveer Singh invited a few photographers to his building's clubhouse to celebrate the arrival of their daughter, Dua. He express...Read More
Authorities have urged residents to take precautions as North India braces for more extreme weather conditions in the coming days. (Reuters) North India is reeling under an intense cold wave, with parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and other northern states experiencing sub-zero temperatures. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rains in several districts, attributing the situation to an incoming western disturbance. According to IMD forecas...Read More
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Rajesh Kumar Tripathi informed reporters that the accused identified as Vikram Vishnoi was arrested after evidence connected him to a case of defrauding a city-based software engineer of ₹1.35 lakh by placing him under "digital arrest". Vishnoi, a native of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is a third-year MBBS student at the Government Medical College in Alibag, Maharashtra, according to the police. DCP Rajesh Kumar Tripathi revealed during Vishnoi's interrogation that ...Read More