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New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea challenging the extension of the five-year ban imposed on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), an organisation declared as an "unlawful association" under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. A bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta was hearing a petition filed by a former SIMI member against the order dated July 24, 2024, passed by the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribun ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 12 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that empowering women socially and economically was key to overcoming challenges such as terrorism, drug abuse, and other social ills, and to building a peaceful and prosperous J&K. He was speaking at the valedictory function of Women vocational training course at Army Goodwill School Balapur, Shopian. The Lieutenant Governor felicitated the women trainees who have completed their Vocational Training and Life Enhancement Skills ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 12 (UNI) The trailer for 'Dhadak 2', featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Tripti Dimri in the lead roles, was released today, offering a powerful glimpse into a love story torn apart by caste prejudice and societal judgement. A thematic successor to the 2018 film 'Dhadak', which featured Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khattar and won hearts with its soulful portrayal of young love, 'Dhadak 2' delves deeper into the complexities of love trapped within rigid societal structures. The trailer ...Read More >
Lucknow, July 12 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday, described illegal religious conversions a calculated conspiracy to undermine the nation's identity and social fabric, asserting that the Uttar Pradesh government is taking firm action to curb the menace. "Some forces are deliberately trying to alter the fundamental character of the country through unlawful conversions. This is an attack on social cohesion and cannot be tolerated under any circumstances," said the C ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth in various government departments and organizations today via video conferencing at the 16th edition of Rozgar Mela. He will also address the appointees on the occasion. The event, scheduled to start around 11 am, aims to empower youth and promote nation-building by providing meaningful job opportunities. According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Rozgar Mela is ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 11 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah today chaired a high-level review meeting on Yamuna rejuvenation here today and directed to increase the capacity of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) for Yamuna to 1500 MGD by 2028. The meeting was attended by Union Ministers Manohar Lal, CR Patil, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Home Secretary, Secretaries and senior officials. Addressing the meeting, Shah said that the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) should work in action mo ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 11 (UNI) Bollywood actress Chitrangada Singh has described her involvement in the upcoming film "Battle of Galwan" as a profoundly meaningful experience, both on a personal and professional level. Helmed by director Apoorva Lakhia and fronted by superstar Salman Khan, 'Battle of Galwan' is inspired by the stand-off between India and Chinese forces in Galwan Valley in 2020, a confrontation that proved to be one of the most volatile and consequential military clashes in recent decade ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, July 11 (UNI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today launched a scathing attack on the BJP government in Odisha, accusing it of handing over the state's land, water, forests, and other resources to a handful of billionaires, including Adani and Ambani. Addressing a 'Sambidhan Bachao' rally at the Baramunda Ground here, Gandhi alleged that the current government does not belong to the people, but to industrialists like Adani and a few other billionaires who, he claimed, are now running ...Read More >
New Delhi: Vande Bharat and Chenab Bridge have emerged as star attractions at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, drawing enthusiastic crowds and high praise from Japanese visitors for its remarkable journey of modernisation and technological innovation. Held at Yumeshima, an artificial island on Osaka's waterfront, the World Expo 2025 opened its doors on April 13 and will continue till October 13, welcoming millions of visitors from across the globe. Amid the vibrant international exh ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) Bollywood's premier action icon Hrithik Roshan grew visibly emotional as filming concluded for his espionage thriller 'War 2'. The actor, who is known for pushing physical and emotional limits in his roles, marked the end of the shoot with an evocative note that captured both exhaustion and pride. Sharing a behind-the-scenes photo on Instagram, which captured the film's cast and crew gathered around a celebratory cake, Roshan wrote, "Feeling a mixed bag of emotions as the ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) The first-look poster of "Dhadak 2", featuring acclaimed actors Siddhant Chaturvedi and Tripti Dimri, has been officially revealed, marking the beginning of an impassioned promotional campaign for the romantic drama. The filmmakers have confirmed that the trailer will release on July 11. In the poster, Triptii Dimri is seen hugging Siddhant Chaturvedi with compassion. The tagline "Marne aur ladne mein se ek ko chunna ho, toh ladna" ("If you have to choose between dying and ...Read More >
Jaipur/New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) An IAF Jaguar trainer aircraft crashed today killing both pilots, near Bhanuda village in Ratangarh sub-division of Churu district in Rajasthan. The aircraft flew from Suratgarh air base around 1230hrs or so, on a routine practice sortie. It caught fire mid-air and fell with a big bang in an unmanned farm land on the outskirts of Bhanuda in Rajaldesar region. Locals who reached the spot soon after, found two burnt and mutilated bodies. They informed the police an ...Read More >
Windhoek/New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Namibian capital Windhoek today on the final leg of his five-nation tour, describing Namibia as a ''valued and trusted partner'' in Africa with whom India seeks to boost bilateral cooperation. This is the first visit of Prime Minister Modi to Namibia and the third-ever Prime Ministerial visit from India to the sub-Saharan African country. The Prime Minister was received by Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of Internati ...Read More >
Brasilia/New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from Brazilian President Inacio Lula da Silva at the Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, and was accorded a guard of honour and ceremonial welcome, ahead of their bilateral talks. PM Modi said after the ceremonial welcome that his state visit to Brazil, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in nearly six decades, will add momentum to the bilateral ties. "This state visit to Brazil will add momentum to our bilateral ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 7 (UNI) In a moment of paternal vulnerability, the Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan shared a sincere note dedicated to his son, Abhishek Bachchan, who with his latest performance in "Kaalidhar Laapata" seems to have redefined his cinematic legacy. The film premiered on Zee5 on July 4 and has garnered widespread acclaim, particularly for Abhishek's haunting portrayal of the titular character. Taking to Instagram, Amitabh Bachchan shared an evocative still of Abhishek from the film, ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 7 (UNI) Marking the birthday of celebrated South Indian actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty, the makers of "Kantara: Chapter 1", the prequel to the 2022 cult phenomenon, unveiled a riveting new poster that has set the internet abuzz. The original film emerged as a sleeper hit. Now, the spotlight turns to Chapter 1, a film that promises to deepen the universe that captivated audiences worldwide. The poster of Rishab Shetty's unseen powerful avatar has already sparked discussion among the ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Stating that every Indian is a stakeholder in the country's bio-economy, Union Minister of Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh today called for a wider public understanding and inclusive participation in India's biotechnology mission. Speaking here during the nationwide celebration of World Bio-product Day - The BioE3 Way, the Minister reiterated the government's commitment to realising a USD 300 billion bioeconomy by 2030. The Minister highlighted that India's bio ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while highlighting the success of Operation Sindoor, said that the valour shown by the armed forces and the proven effectiveness of indigenous equipment have significantly boosted global demand for Indian-made defence products. "The world is looking at our defence sector with new respect. A single delay or error in financial processes can directly affect operational preparedness," Rajnath Singh said during the Controllers' Conference of th ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) The Indian government today stated it has not sought blocking of news agency Reuters' X account and said the withholding of the account was a "mistake" on the part of the micro-blogging site The Indian government's comments came in response to a notice shown on the Reuters' X account in India that it had been withheld in response to a legal demand. Denying they have made any such demand lately, a government official said a detailed explanation has been sough from X. "A ...Read More >
Patna, July 6 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today said that Muharram symbolises sacrifice for justice and truth against injustice and arrogance. Kumar said here that on the occasion of Muharram tribute is paid to the martyrs of Karbala and the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain. He said that the sacrifices made by Hazrat Imam Hussain and his 72 companions in the Maidan-e-Karbala for justice and truth against injustice, oppression and arrogance was immortal. Kumar appealed to the peopl ...Read More >
Jammu, July 6 (UNI) The fifth batch of 7208 pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Yatra amid the chants of 'Bam Bam Bhole' this morning left for the holy cave shrine in South Kashmir Himalayas here from the Bhagwati Nagar-based Yatri Niwas. Official sources said that the pilgrims left from the Jammu base camp in a fleet of 310 vehicles. "The fifth batch of 7208 pilgrims this morning left for Shri Amarnath Yatra cave shrine in Kashmir from the Jammu base camp amid tight security arrangements," they added. ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 5 (UNI) Fiction thriller 'Jurassic World Rebirth's' has crossed the $100 million mark globally, earning a total of $104.6 million by Thursday, reported Deadline. As per the report, the film made $22.3 million across 70 international markets, including India, with its overseas total to $48.8 million so far. The movie was released in France and India on Friday, expanding its reach to 82 countries now. Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp., a sequel to 'Jurassic ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 5 (UNI) In a cinematic gesture befitting a star of his stature, Bollywood powerhouse Ranveer Singh is set to unveil the first look of his upcoming film 'Dhurandhar' on the occasion of his birthday, July 6. The ambitious cinematic venture, helmed by director Aditya Dhar, is being produced under the banners of Jio Studios and B62 Studios. The first look of the film was originally planned as a surprise birthday gift for the actor, a closely guarded creative gesture orchestrated by Dh ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) The cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic "Ramayana", helmed by visionary filmmaker Namit Malhotra, revealed its first look today across nine major cities of India, simultaneously accompanied by a striking billboard takeover at New York's iconic Time Square, marking the global launch of what promises to be an epic cinematic universe. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film is being produced by Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios and eight-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG, ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) Bollywood star and filmmaker Aamir Khan is set to take centre stage as the chief guest at the 16th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), scheduled to run from August 14 to 24, 2025. Hailed as a cinematic trailblazer with an enduring legacy, Khan will be honoured at the prestigious festival with a curated tribute to his pioneering contributions to Indian cinema. The latest edition of the festival will feature a special screening of Aamir Khan's films celebrating his imme ...Read More >
Accra/New Delhi, July 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid homage at the mausoleum of Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's founding president and a revered leader of the African independence movement, in Accra.PM Modi said in a post on X: "In Accra, paid homage to Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. He was a visionary statesman whose thoughts and ideals guide several people. He devoted himself towards the well-being of people of Ghana."The MEA spokesperson said in a post: "Honouring Dr. Kwame Nkrumah's lasting co ...Read More >
Mumbai, 2 July (UNI) The trailer of "Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiya", a tender, emotionally resonant romantic drama starring Vikrant Massey and debutante Shanaya Kapoor, has been officially released. Directed by Santosh Singh, the film introduces Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of industry veterans Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, in her first feature role. The trailer opens on an intriguing note: Shanaya is shown blindfolded, while Massey appears wearing dark sunglasses, setting the tone for whimsical yet e ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 2 (UNI) The trailer for 'Maalik', an intense action-drama starring National Award-winning actor Rajkummar Rao, has been officially released, offering a gritty glimpse into the rise of a reluctant gangster navigating power, bloodshed and politics. For the first time in his career, Rajkummar Rao embraces the persona of a feared gangster, breaking away from his signature roles of understated characters. In the trailer, Rajkummar is seen firing bullets continuously. Set against the tu ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today embarked on a five-nation visit to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia from July 2 to 9, during which he will be attending various bilateral, multilateral and other programmes, especially the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. In a post on X, the PM said he is looking forward to interacting with world leaders and discussing ways to make our planet better. "Over the next few days, I will be attending various bilateral, ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (UNI) The first look of 'Ramayana', an epic cinematic retelling produced by Namit Malhotra, will be unveiled on July 3 across nine major Indian cities. Audiences in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune and Kochi will witness the first glimpse of what is being hailed as one of Indian cinema's most ambitious and technologically sophisticated projects to date. It is not merely a film, but a reawakening of one of the world's oldest stories, reinterpr ...Read More >
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