The Daily Guardian - January 02, 2025

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January 02, 2025

Delhi businessman ends life, wife accused of mental torture

The family of 40-year-old cafe owner accused his wife and her family of harassing Puneet.

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10 Killed, 30 Injured After Vehicle Drives Into Crowd in US

At least 10 people were killed and 30 others were injured after a vehicle crashed into crowds on Bourbon Street in New Orleans in the early hours of Wednesday (US Local time), as reported by CNN.

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FARMERS' PROTEST: GOVT TO ACT AS PER SC ORDER, SAYS CHOUHAN

The apex court is scheduled to hear a plea on the matter today

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'Does RSS not think BJP weakening democracy?': Kejriwal's poser to Bhagwat

The Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor, Arvind Kejriwal, on Wednesday wrote a letter to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat, raising several questions related to the actions of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), including whether the RSS thinks that the BJP is weakening democracy.

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First Decision in 2025 Dedicated to Farmers: PM Modi

We have increased allocation for crop insurance scheme. This will provide more security to farmers' crops and will mitigate their concerns about damages - PM Modi

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Agra Man Kills Mother, 4 Sisters, Cites 'Atrocities by Neighbors'

A 24-year-old man from Agra took his mother and four sisters to a hotel room and allegedly killed them by slitting their throats and wrists on Wednesday, after which he recorded a video to say he did it because of \"helplessness and despair\" following \"unimaginable atrocities\" by people of his locality.

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Crop insurance schemes extended till 2025-26

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Restructured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme till 2025-26 with an overall outlay of Rs 69,515.71 crore from 2021-22 to 2025-26.

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PM Modi to Send ‘Chadar’ to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti’s Dargah on 813th Urs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hand over a ceremonial ‘Chadar’ to Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and BJP Minority Morcha President Jamal Siddiqui on Thursday, which will be offered at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah on the occasion of the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.

1 min

2025 A Year of Reforms for MoD: Rajnath

Defence Min says MoD aims to transform forces into technologically-advanced, combat-ready force

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Unforgivable, should resign: Cong after Manipur CM's apology

Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, accusing him of failing to resolve the ongoing conflict in the state.

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PM, President Extend New Year Greetings

As the world steps into 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his heartfelt wishes for a prosperous year ahead.

1 min

WhatsApp Top Social Media Platform Misused by Cyber Criminals: MHA

Social media platform WhatsApp followed by Telegram and Instagram remains one of the favourite hunting grounds for online scamsters, as per the latest report from the Union Home Ministry.

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CPI (Maoist) trying to expand to new areas: MHA

The CPI (Maoist), a major Left-Wing Extremist (LWE) organisation responsible for most incidents of violence, has been making efforts to expand to new areas along inter-state borders, albeit \"without any significant success,\" reveals the annual report of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

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Bhuvnesh Kumar Takes Charge of UIDAI CEO

Bhuvnesh Kumar, an IAS officer of the 1995 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Wednesday.

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SBSP chief meets PM Modi, discusses Rajbhar caste inclusion in ST category

Uttar Pradesh's Minister of Panchayati Raj Om Prakash Rajbhar and SBSP National Chief General Secretary Arvind Rajbhar met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the PM residence in New Delhi on the eve of New Year 2025.

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Over 9 km fencing at Manipur's Moreh along Myanmar border completed

Out of the 1,643 km border, the demarcation of the 1,472 km border has been completed.

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North India shivers on New Year's day as mercury drops

North India feels the winter chill as temperatures dip on New Year's Day, with temperatures continuing to plummet across several states.

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People gather in large numbers to mark 207th anniv of Koregaon Bhima battle

\"This is a significant day. Babasaheb made a huge contribution to our country. Our country runs on his Constitution,\" she said.

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Remarks an 'insult' to faith of Mutt, says ex-Union minister

Questions if Vijayan would dare to make similar statements about other religions

1 min

Wayanad landslide: Kerala cabinet nod for rehabilitation

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said that the state cabinet has approved the rehabilitation plan for the victims of Wayanad landslides that occurred on July 30, last year.

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Going to Kerala to assist, not confront govt: Kerala new Guv

Newly appointed Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar said on Wednesday that wherever he goes, he does not try to confront the government or the administration; he goes there to assist the government.

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Jalgaon clash: Cong blames Maha govt for law & order failure

Curfew has been imposed in violence-hit Paladhi village of Maharashtra's Jalgaon district after a violent clash broke out between two groups on Tuesday night, police said

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Will not spare any accused: Maharashtra CM on Beed sarpanch murder case

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday asserted that none of the accused in the Beed sarpanch murder case would be spared, underlining that he does not wish to engage in the politics surrounding the matter.

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Kerala CM Slams 'Efforts' To Link Guru With Sanatana Dharma

'Guru was a great sage who transcended Sanatana Dharma'

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Andhra sinking in debt, while CM Naidu's assets skyrocketing

Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) spokesperson Puttha Sivasankar Reddy on Tuesday slammed Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, accusing him of prioritising personal wealth accumulation over the state's development.

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'Give up bad habits of lying, cheating': Sachdeva writes to Kejriwal

Sachdeva further suggested that the former Chief Minister of Delhi keep away from \"lies and deceit\" by improving himself

1 min

BJP points Arvind Kejriwal's 10 'false promises'

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Sudhanshu Trivedi on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the AAP and its convenor Arvind Kejriwal and pointed out 10 issues which Kejriwal had promised to change, but he did things contrary to his promise.

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BJP Planning To Demolish Worship Places In City: CM Atishi

Atishi accused BJP, LG of planning to demolish six religious sites, including temples and a Buddhist structure.

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BSP Likely to Contest All 70 Seats in Delhi Assembly Polls

The list of candidates is expected to be finalised by January 15.

1 min

AAP claims BJP, Cong conspiring to demolish Malviya Nagar slum

Reacting to the allegation, the BJP's Delhi unit spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor hit out at Bharti and said he had lost political relevance.

1 min

Police Cracks Down on 'Illegal' Immigrants Infiltrating via Meghalaya

Delhi police have identified more than 25 \"illegal\" immigrants from Bangladesh and have started the process to deport them to their home country, an official said

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Sanjay Singh dares BJP to match Kejriwal's Rs 18K promise

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh on Wednesday lashed out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for protesting against Arvind Kejriwal over the Pujari, Granthi Samman Yojana announced ahead of the upcoming 2025 assembly elections in Delhi.

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Cong blasts BJP, AAP for undemocratic practices, failures

The Delhi Congress has criticized both the BJP and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the worsening state of affairs in the city.

1 min

Woman Tries to Kill 21-Year-Old for Rejecting Marriage in Noida

A woman in Noida allegedly tried to kill a 21-year-old youth she befriended recently on social media for refusing to marry her, police said on Wednesday.

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Cold day for third successive day

The intensity was slightly lower compared to Tuesday, according to the Met office

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'Bullet Raja': 35 bikers booked for reckless driving, modified silencers

On New Year's Eve, Delhi Police booked 35 bikers under operation 'Bullet Raja,' for using modified silencers and performing stunts in the Jamia Nagar area of South East Delhi, said a statement from Delhi police.

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3 Juveniles Arrested for Rs 20 Lakh Ransom Demand

Police have arrested three people for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 50 lakh from a businessman here, officials said on Saturday.

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City rings in New Year safely, no fatal accidents

Special CP Traffic Ajay Chaudhary said Delhi witnessed a New Year's Eve without any fatal accidents for the first time in years, as strict police arrangements and increased public adherence to advisories ensured safety on the night of December 31.

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BJP MPs Submit Proposal to Gadkari to Curb City Traffic

BJP MPs from Delhi have submitted a proposal to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari for four projects aimed to ease traffic congestion and reduce pollution levels in the national capital, East Delhi MP Harsh Malhotra said on Wednesday.

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Over 4,500 Traffic Violation Challans Issued on New Year's Eve

Apart from this, the police have also issued 1,698 challans for improper parking, and 106 for tented glasses.

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LG asks DDA to survey sites to install ropeways across Yamuna

Delhi LG, VK Saxena, who had recently chaired a meeting to explore alternate modes of non-polluting Public Transport, on Wednesday directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to start the process of surveying and selecting sites for installation of ropeways/cableways that would carry passengers in cable cars, across the Yamuna, a press release said.

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MARKET CAPITALISATION OF NSE INCREASED BY 21.5% IN 2024

The National Stock Exchange’s growth across listings, market capitalisation, investor participation, and funds mobilisation is better than the previous year.

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Markets End on a Positive Note on First Trading Session of 2025

The Indian stock market began the new year on a positive note, with the Sensex closing 443.09 points higher at 78,582.10, marking a strong start for 2025.

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NPCI Extends Market Cap Deadline for UPI Apps for Another Two Years Till 2026

In a relief to major players like PhonePe and Google Pay, NPCI has extended the deadline for implementing a 30 per cent volume cap on third-party Unified Payments Interface (UPI) apps by another two years till December 31, 2026.

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RBI to sell Rs 4.73 lakh crore govt bonds in Jan-March

The central bank informed that the actual amount of borrowings and the details of the States/UTs participating would be intimated by way of press releases.

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Rs 2,000 notes withdrawal: Rs 6,691 cr worth such notes still with public

On May 19, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

1 min

Farmers Will Continue To Get DAP At Rs 1,350 Per 50 Kg

Cabinet approves extension of special package on DAP

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Gold Begins New Year on a High, Climbs Rs 440 to Rs 79,390 per 10g

Gold prices spurted by Rs 440 to Rs 79,390 per 10 grams on Wednesday driven by fresh buying by stockists, beginning the New Year on a strong note.

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GST collections in December increase 7.3% to Rs 1.76 lakh crore

So far in 2024-25, the total GST collection has been 9.1 per cent higher at Rs 16.33 lakh crore, against Rs 14.97 lakh crore mopped up in the corresponding period of 2023

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Expedite resolution of public grievances: Finmin to banks

The Finance Ministry on Wednesday urged public sector banks (PSBs) and insurance companies to expedite the resolution of public grievances.

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Deadline to file belated/revised ITR extended

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the last date for filing belated/revised income tax returns (ITR) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2024-25 for resident individuals, as stated in a notification issued by the CBDT.

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Parliament's imprint on foreign policy and some nuggets

Parliamentary debates and interventions have deeply affected and shaped Indian foreign policy, asserts K V Prasad in his well-researched and much-needed book titled, \"Indian Parliament: Shaping Foreign Policy [KW Publishers-ICWA].\"

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Stage fright: The hard realities of India's soft power

When basic amenities like sanitation, crowd control, and transportation are neglected, it reflects a lack of respect for both the audience and the performers. The ripple effects are significant.

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Bharat-Centric Education's Clarion Call, Gyan Maha Kumbh

Kumbh is also a means to collectively solve various supernatural, physical and spiritual problems of the country. People from every corner of India gather at one place and find solutions to their problems which they are unable to solve at the local level.

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H-1B VISA: GATEWAY TO WORK IN US

H-1B visa represents more than just a work permit—it is a bridge connecting talent with opportunity, fueling innovation, and shaping the future of the global workforce.

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Rajasthan High Court Cancels Air Force Personnel's Anticipatory Bail Due to Misrepresentation, Hiding True Facts Like Grievous Injury Caused to Victim

The Jodhpur bench of the Rajasthan High Court in the case Ramesh Kumar v State of Rajasthan & Anr. observed and has cancelled the anticipatory bail of an Air Force personnel which being on the ground that he allegedly misrepresented and hid material true facts when he argued his anticipatory bail which was eventually granted last year.

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Jammu and Kashmir High Court: Mediated Settlement Enforceable Only Upon Court Approval and Issuance of Decree

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court in the case Nazir Ahmad Bhat Vs Sehrish Shafi & Ors observed and has reiterated the enforceability of mediated settlements under the Jammu and Kashmir Mediation and Conciliation Rules, 2019.

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Allahabad High Court: A school's farm land won't be leased without reasoned decision by its committee presided by Village/Municipal Council head

The Allahabad High Court in the case Jai Bhagwan v. State Of Up And 6 Others was hearing the case wherein the Public Interest Litigation, PIL is filed which relates to illegal leasing of land belonging to schools.

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Kerala High Court stays proceedings by police asking Malayalam newspaper to disclose source on report about alleged data leak of PSC applicants

The Kerala High Court in the case O. Abdurahman v State of Kerala and Another observed and has stayed further proceedings in connection to the notice issued by the police's Crime Branch to Malayalam language newspaper Madhyamam Daily asking it to reveal how it accessed a note by the Kerala Public Service Commission, KPSC which is stated said to have that the name and password of several PSC applicants were available on the dark web.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court rejects protection plea of live-in couple where one of them was married with kids, says it would 'promote bigamy'

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case XXXX v. State of Punjab & Ors observed and has refused to grant protection to a live-in couple wherein one of them was already married and had children.

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Delhi High Court Temporarily Restrains Telugu Actor Manoj Manchu From Making Defamatory Statements About Media Professional Vinay Maheshwari

The Delhi High Court in the case Vinay Maheshwari vs. Manoj Manchu & Ors. observed and has directed Telugu actor Manoj Manchu and few media houses to take down tweets, posts, articles and videos containing defamatory statements against Vinay Maheshwari, a media professional who has held leadership positions in organizations such as Dainik Bhaskar Group, Sakshi Media Group and India TV.

2 mins

Israel Sanctions Groups Aiding Hezbollah Terrorists

This funding was used to strengthen the organization's activists and restore its operational capabilities.

1 min

Dependent on India in many ways: B'desh army chief

Calling India an \"important neighbour\", Bangladesh's Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman said that Dhaka is dependent on New Delhi in many ways.

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UAE Evacuates 127 Injured People From Gaza

The United Arab Emirates conducted the 23rd evacuation flight on Tuesday (local time), in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO), as part of a humanitarian initiative to evacuate 55 critically wounded people and patients from the Gaza Strip - including children and cancer patients in need of extensive treatment - from Ramon airport in Israel, via Karam Abu Salam crossing, to receive medical treatment in the country's hospitals, accompanied by 72 family members.

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ISSUE PROCLAMATION OF JULY UPRISING: B'DESH PROTESTERS TO GOVT

Thousands of protesters on Tuesday gathered in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka to demand justice for those killed during a mass uprising against the government of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in July, the Dhaka Tribune reported.

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S Korea to Send Jeju Air Flight Data Recorder to US

A team from the US had arrived in South Korea on Monday and began joint investigations with South Korean officials.

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S Korea: Ex-Prez Yoon will be held soon

Head of South Korea's Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials Oh Dong-woon said that impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol will be arrested by Monday following an arrest warrant, according to a report by Al Jazeera.

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Hamas Commander Abd Al-Hadi Sabah, Leader Of Oct 7 Attack Eliminated: IDF

Abd al-Hadi Sabah operated from a shelter in the Humanitarian Area in Khan Yunis.

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Pentagon appeals court upholds plea deals of 9/11 plotters

Austin had argued that the families of 9/11 victims and those affected by the resulting wars deserved to see the men stand trial.

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Pentagon appeals court upholds plea deals of 9/11 plotters

Austin had argued that the families of 9/11 victims and those affected by the resulting wars deserved to see the men stand trial.

2 mins

From more tariffs to push for peace: What Trump's return means to world

Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has repeatedly emphasized that his leadership would have resolved global and domestic challenges more effectively.

1 min

This Doesn't Seem Like Suicide: Musk on OpenAI Researcher Death

Balaji's mother raises concerns about investigation conducted

2 mins

Russia's Gazprom Halts Gas Transit Through Ukraine

In a statement, the Russian energy company said it had notified Moldovagaz, one of the largest enterprises in the energy sector in the country,

1 min

Russia-Ukraine conflict: End in sight after three years of war?

In March 2014, Russian forces seized control of Crimea. Putin justified this move by claiming the need to safeguard the rights of Russian citizens and Russian speakers in Crimea and southeastern Ukraine.

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Diljit Dosanjh Faces Legal Action Over Alcohol-Promoting Songs

Singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh's highly anticipated New Year's Eve concert in Ludhiana was marred by legal controversy following a complaint filed by Punditrao Dharenavar, an assistant professor from Chandigarh.

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The Kardashians' Set to Return for Season 6, First-Look Teaser Unveiled

The highly anticipated sixth season of 'The Kardashians' is officially set to premiere on February 6, 2025, streaming on Hulu in the US and Disney+ internationally.

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Shiva Rajkumar Cancer-Free After Surgery, Shares Emotional Message for New Year

In a heartfelt New Year message, actor and film producer Shiva Rajkumar has expressed his gratitude to fans and well-wishers after successfully undergoing cancer treatment.

1 min

Rajinikanth Greets Fans Outside His Residence on New Year

On the occasion of New Year, megastar Rajinikanth took a moment to greet the throngs of fans who gathered outside his residence in Chennai, eager to catch a glimpse of their idol.

1 min

Kapoor Family Rings In 2025 With Love, Joy, And Heartwarming Celebrations

The Kapoor family ushered in the new year with warmth, love, and joy during their intimate New Year celebrations.

1 min

Taapsee Pannu and Mathias Boe reflect on marriage and personal life

In a heartwarming gesture to bid adieu to 2024, former badminton star Mathias Boe shared an unseen black-and-white photograph with his wife, actress Taapsee Pannu, from their marriage registry.

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Angelina Jolie Hopes for Family Healing Post-Divorce Settlement with Brad Pitt

After years of legal battles, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have officially finalized their divorce, ending an eight-year saga that began when Jolie filed for separation in September 2016.

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UNLEASHING INDIA'S POTENTIAL FROM THE MOST REMOTE CLASSROOMS

Learning levels provide an even more disturbing illustration of this divide. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) reveals that only 47.3% of rural students in Class V can read a Class II level text, compared to 64.2% in urban areas.

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Nail Your Business Goals In 2025 With These Digital Strategies

Welcome to 2025, where technology isn't just a tool—it's the secret sauce for business success.

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QUOTES 2025

\"As 2024 ends, we reflect on the strides made in digital transformation across the Indian business ecosystem.

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Is technology the bridge to spirituality for the modern youth?

Today's youth, surrounded by constant digital noise, face a strange irony.

1 min

Ananya bags gold in 10m Air Rifle event

Maharashtra's Ananya Naidu won the women's 10m Air Rifle event of the ongoing 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) (Rifle) with a score of 252.5 in the finals on Tuesday, at the MP State Academy (MPSA) shooting range.

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An exciting year ahead for Indian cricket, Noel David

Noel David expressed his optimism about India's prospects, saying, \"Our team is capable of tackling every challenge.

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McGrath hopes Starc will be fit again

Former cricketer Glenn McGrath on Wednesday hoped that talisman Australian pacer Mitchell Starc would take part in the upcoming Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.

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Six changes in women's team for FIFA friendly

In the first game of 2025, the Indian senior women's team will face Maldives in the second of two FIFA international friendlies at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

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Bumrah becomes highest-ever ranked Indian Test bowler in ICC ranking

India speedster Jasprit Bumrah on Wednesday became the highest-ever ranked Indian Test bowler in ICC rankings history after overtaking Ravichandran Ashwin's landmark of 904 rating points, according to ICC.

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All Is Not Well In India Dressing Room

As Indian cricket deals with the fading form of its two stalwarts in captain Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli, head coach Gautam Gambhir and his support staff's role in handling a team in transition has also come into focus.

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Australian PM Meets Both Teams Before Sydney Test

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met the Indian and Australian teams on Wednesday ahead of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between both the sides.

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