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Maroon 5 Mumbai Concert: After much anticipation, the Grammy Award-winning American pop-rock band made a thunderous debut in India's Mumbai on December 3. A shirtless video from the concert of the band's lead singer, Adam Levine known for his distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence has now gone viral. In the clip, Levine removes his shirt mid-concert, showcasing his fully inked body during the electrifying concert at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai's financial capital. Besides his well-toned physique, what truly captivated fans were the tattoos covering Adam Levine's body dedications to his loved ones and words that reflect his life philosophy. One tattoo that particularly caught attention was the Sanskrit word "Tapas," meaning "Fire." Additionally, his body features a variety of tattoos, including the name Norah Levine, artistic floral designs, and even a playful tattoo of sunscreen, showcasing both personal meaning and artistic flair.
Ed Sheeran, Shah Rukh Khan, and Arijit Singh unite for a song?: Fans worldwide have been enthralled by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's recent trip to India, particularly because of his encounters with Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and Arijit Singh. Sheeran posted some sweet moments of friendship on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan jokingly repeating the hook of Sheeran's upcoming song "Sapphire," and a calm coffee conversation with Arijit Singh on a barge. Sheeran immersed himself in Indi ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 27 (ANI): A female student was allegedly gang-raped inside a law college in Kolkata's Kasba on Wednesday evening. The police have arrested all three accused within 24 hours. The three accused, named as Monojit Mishra (31), Zaib Ahmed (19), and Pramit Mukhopadhyay (20), were former students or staff members of the same law college. Also Read | Student Gang-Raped at South Kolkata Law College: Police Arrest 3 Youths for Sexually Assaulting Young Woman Inside Law College. According to the police, the accused named in the FIR will be produced before the A.C.J. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) YouTuber Samay Raina appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) in Delhi on Tuesday, months after he was summoned in connection with allegedly offensive and sexist content aired during his show "India's Got Latent", officials said. Raina was also among the five social media influencers who appeared before the Supreme Court in a case seeking action against them for ridiculing persons suffering from disabilities. Raina submitted his statement in response to the allegations to NCW officials. Officials said further steps will be considered after reviewing his ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday emphasised the importance of Indian manuscripts, and called them an "unparalleled civilisational treasure", a source of pride for the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking at the Gyan Bharatam International Conference, a three-day event concluding on September 13, with the theme 'Reclaiming India's Knowledge Legacy through Manuscript Heritage'. PM Modi said that every country treasures its historical artefacts as a symbol of civilisation. "From mathematics to computer science, the foundation of modern ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The palaces in the city of Ayodhya are dazzling with the rows of lamps (Dipamalah), creating a gorgeous spectacle that contests with the luminous teeth of the moon)-Raghuvansha, Kalidasa The Indian poets and writers have delineated Deepavali, or Diwali, the festival of lights, since time immemorial, because it has an umbilical cord with Indian culture and tradition. But the creative élan of Kalidasa has surpassed all other poets in the portrayal of Diwali. In the Raghuvansham, the poet calls the festival 'Deepamalah' in the Ayodhya part of the epic poem. The specifi ...Read More >
KAMA AYURVEDA has launched Sandanya, an anti-blemish skincare collection based on Ayurveda and modern science. It offers blemish-prone skin a balanced care routine with 21 botanicals and modern actives such as botanical salicylic acid. Mahieka Sharma is the brand face, promoting mindful beauty philosophy. KAMA AYURVEDA has unveiled Sandanya, its premiere anti-blemish skincare collection, designed specifically for blemish-prone and imbalanced skin. Rooted in ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and supported ...Read More >
Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said that Sanskrit is the key to all forms of ancient Vedic knowledge, and it not only needs to be preserved but also re-cultivated. He was speaking at the inauguration of the Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar administrative building and the bhoomipujan of new hostel complexes of the Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University's new campus in Waranga near Wardha Road.Calling Sanskrit a "complete language," Fadnavis highlighted its role in shaping India's scientific, spiritual, and philosophical heritage. "Sanskrit is the master key to all knowledge. Ayur ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan Anand, his wife and their armed guards breached hospital security, physically assaulted staff, and thr ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Monday celebrated Sanskrit Day at Samskruti, the Raj Bhavan Community Hall, in collaboration with the Sanskrit Academy. The event brought together eminent scholars, academicians, and students from various Gurukulams, blending tradition with youthful participation. Addressing the gathering, the Governor described Sanskrit as the "soul of the nation", praising its purity, universality, and profound contribution to global knowledge. He noted that the language has shaped India's art, philosophy, sciences, medicine, literature, and governance for t ...Read More >
Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reviewed the ongoing restoration work of the historic Mubarak Mandi complex, which was the power centre of the Dogra kings in Jammu, and stressed on enhancing its heritage appeal. The Mubarak Mandi Complex is one of Jammu's most significant architectural heritage sites and is envisioned as a comprehensive cultural centre, housing museums, conference venues and heritage hospitality services. Accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Yudhvir Sethi during the visit, the chief minister was briefed in detail on the multi-phas ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 3 (ANI): In a major crackdown on narcotics smuggling, officers of the Airport Commissionerate, Mumbai Customs Zone-III, have seized 14.738 kgs of suspected NDPS hydroponic weed (marijuana) valued at approximately Rs 14.73 crore during operations on Sunday. The seizures were made across Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI), resulting in the arrest of one passenger, as stated in the press release. The passenger was arrested under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. Based on specific intel, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Sunday said that both Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar are unlikely to respond to the party's recent questions concerning BJP's Puducherry President and Raj Bhavan constituency candidate VP Ramalingam and Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi (LJK) chief Jose Charles Martin hosting a Sri Lankan diplomat in Puducherry. Replying to Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera's post on X, Ramesh wrote, "The answers to your three questions are self-evident: 1. He will not, 2. He will not, ...Read More >
Arshad Warsi starts filming for Shah Rukh Khan's King in Warsaw. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action-thriller also stars Suhana Khan in her debut role. Bollywood just got a fresh update from Poland. Arshad Warsi, the ever-charming Jolly LLB star, has officially joined the cast of Shah Rukh Khan's highly anticipated action-thriller King. The actor confirmed it himself with a stylish Instagram post from the streets of Warsaw, sparking immediate excitement among fans. "No prize for guessing w ...Read More >
President Murmu described Sree Narayana Guru as one of India's greatest spiritual leaders and social reformers who transformed the country's social and spiritual landscape. "He inspired generations to believe in the ideals of equality, unity, and love for humanity. Guru devoted his life to liberating people from the darkness of ignorance and superstition. He believed in the oneness of all existence and saw God as the divine presence in every living being," she said. Murmu said Guru's powerful m ...Read More >
Actor Ajith Kumar recently embarked on a spiritual trip with his wife Shalini and son Aadvik Kumar. As his wife shared pictures of his visit to a Kerala temple on social media, fans noticed a tattoo on his chest for the first time, sparking social media buzz. In the series of pictures that Shalini shared on her social media, the family was seen soaking in the beauty of the temple and its rituals. While the first picture shows her applying tikka on Ajith's forehead, the next one has the three sea ...Read More >
Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire's wedding celebrations kicked off with their Haldi ceremony on December 8. Aaliyah's close friend, Khushi Kapoor, shared her stunning yellow pre-draped saree look from the event, which cost ₹23,300. Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah Kashyap and her fiancé Shane Gregoire's wedding celebrations have begun. On December 8, the couple held their Haldi ceremony, which was attended by Aaliyah's close friends, including Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina. Scroll down to ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 28 (/NewsVoir): Aman Group, the world's preeminent lifestyle and hospitality brand, announces two forthcoming destinations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in partnership with Diriyah Company - Aman Wadi Safar and Janu Diriyah. Aman Wadi Safar, located in the exceptional desert landscape near the city of Riyadh, will be home to a 78-key Aman hotel, a collection of up to 34 Aman Branded Residences, and expansive amenities including a vast Aman Spa and an array of dining experiences. Following the successful opening of Aman New York, Denniston Architects has b ...Read More >
American rapper Travis Scott will perform in Mumbai. The show is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at Mahalaxmi Race Course. Tickets go on sale July 19, 2025, on BookMyShow. The Circus Maximus World Tour 2025 includes six countries. It begins in Johannesburg and ends in Mumbai. Attendees under 16 are restricted from certain ticket categories.American rapper Travis Scott, who is heading to India for his maiden tour, has added another show to his line-up in the country. After his India debut perform ...Read More >
Lucknow, Jul 19 (PTI) The Uttar Pradesh Police on Saturday said they have busted a large-scale illegal religious conversion racket and arrested 10 people from six states. The probe began in Agra in March after two sisters -- aged 33 and 18 -- were reported missing. Investigations revealed that they were allegedly coerced into religious conversion and were undergoing radicalization, the police said. One of the sisters had also put a picture of a girl holding an AK 47 rifle as her profile picture on a social media platform, they said. "Preliminary investigations found that the sisters were ta ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday emphasised the importance of Indian manuscripts, and called them an unparalleled civilisational treasure, a source of pride for the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking at the Gyan Bharatam International Conference, a three-day event concluding on September 13, with the theme Reclaiming India Knowledge Legacy through Manuscript Heritage. PM Modi said that every country treasures its historical artefacts as a symbol of civilisation. From mathematics to computer science, the foundation of modern knowled ...Read More >
Puri, July 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) The holy town of Puri is witnessing the divine return of the lords as part of the Bahuda Yatra, marking the conclusion of the annual Rath Yatra festival. As the majestic procession nears its final leg, Lord Balabhadra's chariot, Taladhwaja, reaches the Srimandir, followed by Devi Subhadra's Darpadalana. Lord Jagannath's Nandighosa was closely behind after the customary halt at Mausi Maa Temple. Speaking on the spiritual and cultural significance of the Bahuda Yatra, Madhab Chandra Puja Panda, Secretary of the Puja Panda Nijog, emphasised that the return journey ...Read More >
Patna, Jul 19 (PTI) The Bihar government on Saturday said that more than 12,000 new polling stations have been created in the state as per the recommendation of the Election Commission, as part of special intensive revision (SIR). According to a release issued by the election department, the total number of polling stations has risen to 90,712 from 77,895, after the establishment of 12,817 new ones. Of these, 12,479 polling stations have been set up "at the same building or premises housing the existing ones", while the remaining ones are "in the vicinity". A "district-wise list" of the new ...Read More >
Former Bhopal MP Pragya Singh Thakur. A controversy has erupted over former Bhopal MP Pragya Singh Thakur's remarks that parents should refrain their daughters from visiting the houses of "non-Hindus" and "break their legs" if they disobey, with the Congress accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading "hatred". Speaking at a religious event in Bhopal earlier this month, Thakur called on parents to physically punish their daughters if they acted against their (parents') wishes. "Stre ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 16 (PTI) Economist and former CPI(M) leader Prasenjit Bose joined the Congress during a programme in the metropolis, and asserted that he would support the party in its fight to "save the Constitution". Bose (51) became a part of the Congress at a formal joining ceremony here on Monday in the presence of party leaders Ghulam Ahmad Mir, Syed Naseer Hussain and Kanhaiya Kumar, besides state unit president Subhankar Sarkar. "We have to protect the Constitution, establish a government that is non-communal. Only the Congress can do that. I have joined the Congress to be part of its fi ...Read More >
With Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 gearing up for its grand premiere on October 5, speculation around the much-awaited contestant lineup is gaining momentum. Social media is buzzing with leaked names and fan theories, and the latest names to surface are actress Teju Ashwini and model Viyana.Teju Ashwini is an Indian actress and model best known for her performances in Tamil web series like Kalyana Samayal Saadham and films including Kaathu Vaakula Rendu Kaadhal (2022), Moondram Kan, and Blackmail. If ...Read More >
Nagpur: In the current global scenario, India must strive to become self-reliant, but that goal will remain incomplete unless the country rediscovers its own identity, said Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat on Friday.Speaking at the inauguration of the Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar International Gurukul at the new Waranga campus of Kavi Kulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University on Wardha Road, Bhagwat underscored the critical link between cultural self-awareness and national strength. Though he didn't directly castigate anyone, RSS sources said his remarks may have come ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], December 17: Blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary sensibilities, Nitara Jewels by CJ Enterprises is set to launch its first exclusive retail store on December 21, 2025, at Wave One Mall, Noida. The brand introduces a refined jewellery offering centred around Lab Grown Polki diamonds set in 92.5% sterling silver layered with 2 Micron Gold, crafted for the modern Indian consumer. Founded by Anubhav Jain, a fourth-generation jeweller, Nitara Jewels is built on decades of expertise through CJ Enterprises while embracing a fresh design-forward approach. The br ...Read More >
Nagpur, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday asked the administration to establish a world-class Sanskrit university at Waranga near Nagpur in a time-bound manner on the lines of the nearby National Law University. He was speaking at inauguration of Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar International Gurukul and Academic Building and the laying of the foundation stone of the Student Building at Waranga. RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat, Minister of Higher and Technical Education Chandrakant Patil, Minister of State for Finance Ashish Jaiswal, Vice Chancellor Har ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: EC on Thursday revised the rules relating to counting of postal ballots, making it mandatory for all postal ballot papers to be counted before the penultimate round of EVM/VVPATs counting is taken up.The new practice will be first implemented in Bihar where assembly polls are due in Nov.This restores the arrangement prior to May 2019, when EC had changed the guidelines to allow EVM counting to proceed regardless of postal ballot counting stage. The 2019 change did not rule out chances of EVM counting being completed before postal ballot counting. INDIA bloc had, during the 2024 elec ...Read More >
He knew the crowd had come for FE!N, and Travis Scott made sure no one left disappointed. In his debut performance at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the rapper, known to fans as La Flame, brought a full-scale spectacle of fire, sound and stagecraft - one rarely seen in the city.'This is my first time in this beautiful country'Despite a ticket resale chaos, the Diwali weekend clash, and fans debating whether to skip the show, Travis took the stage on a night when Delhi's streets were already ja ...Read More >