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SC STAY ON RAHUL CONVICTION ENERGISES CONGRESS
‘The Gandhi scion will now sharpen his attack on BJP in Parliament and seek answers on all the prevailing issues’.
SP TO FORM A SOCIAL MEDIA TEAM SOON
In the run-up to Lok Sabha elections expected next year, the Samajwadi Party (SP) is planning an extensive social media reach out in Uttar Pradesh which will have its focus on the image makeover of the party.
families facing 18 Govindpuri water scarcity for five months
Lajja, 54, has been living in Govindpuri since 2021, but since March, they have not had proper water supply.
BJP considering several IAS, IPS officers in Maharashtra as Lok Sabha candidates
With the 2024 Lok Sabha elections a few months away, the Bharatiya Janata Party is on the lookout for fresh, new and popular faces to be fielded as their candidates for both the Assembly elections later this year and the Lok Sabha elections next year.
PARLIAMENT READIES FOR LAUNCH OF 2024 LOK SABHA CAMPAIGN
The 2024 campaign is about two different paths for India during coming decades. Another term in office is essential for Prime Minister Modi to complete the work he began in 2014.
MEGHAN MARKLE'S SHOW 'SUITS' BAGS STREAMING RECORD
Meghan Markle’s popular show ‘Suits’ has touched a new viewership record about four years after the series ended.
RANBIR KAPOOR SETS THE RUNWAY ON FIRE IN FUSION PANTS
Ranbir Kapoor showcases signature charm in a unique fusion ensemble in Lungi Pants.
Emmy Awards postponed due to strike by actors, writers
The 2023 Emmy Awards are officially moving off their usual September airdate as actors and writers continue their strikes against media conglomerates, reported The Hollywood Reporter. The 75th annual awards were supposed to air on Fox on September 18.
INVOKE NRC TO WEED OUT INFILTRATORS WHO HAVE ENTERED MANIPUR: EX-TOP COP
Thounaojam Brinda, once a decorated officer of Manipur Police who joined politics some three years back and is still technically a member of the Janata Dal-United party in the state, raised alarm that what is happening in the northeast state can turn into a serious national security crisis.
Installation of 'X' logo spurs investigation into permit, safety violations by Twitter
Twitter's new logo has sparked a debate as a result, the city of San Francisco has filed a complaint and launched a thorough investigation into the matter. On 28 July 2023, a giant \"X\" sign was installed on top of the downtown building which was formerly known as Twitter headquarters.
US TO PROVIDE TAIWAN WITH $345 MN IN MILITARY AID
On 28 July 2023, the US announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan. This is said to be the Biden administration’s first significant package drawing on America’s stockpiles in order to help Taiwan stand against China.
Who are America's rulers? Where do they come from?
America’s rulers characteristically emerge from a combination of factors, including wealth, education, social networks, and access to opportunities.
Oppenheimer wouldn't have liked Nolan's treatment of Gita
He would have been deeply disturbed by the sex scene and the disrespect shown to the Bhagavad Gita.
Oppenheimer, the scientist who never got the Nobel Prize
There were concerns at Oppenheimer being made the director of the Manhattan Project as several Nobel Prize winning scientists working at the project would be reporting to him, while Oppenheimer did not enjoy the status of being a Nobel Prize winner.
OF EMINENT WESTERN DIPLOMATS AND A CHINESE NAVY HOSPITAL SHIP
Interestingly and to much amusement, the US is busy recruiting non-Pacific powers like NATO into the IndoPacific, and there’s hardly any encouragement of the Pacific Islands into the Indo-Pacific.
AMIT SHAH TAKES CHARGE OF MADHYA PRADESH
BJP is pulling out all stops to ensure the defeat of the Congress in the state.
Congress not keen on announcing CWC
‘If CWC members are announced, there may be internal tussle among state leaders, impacting poll preparations.’
CONGRESS HIGH COMMAND CALLS SIDDARAMAIAH, DKS, CABINET TO DELHI ON 2 AUGUST
This meeting was deferred twice but this time with dissenting voices in the state, the meeting has become inevitable.
MANIPUR HAS A HISTORY OF STRIFE, TURMOIL AND BLOCKADES
It was in 1993, when Raj Kumar Dorendra Singh of Congress was CM of Manipur, that there was a flare-up between Kukis and Nagas that lasted from April to December, killing nearly 750 people and destroying 350 villages.
'PARLIAMENT DISRUPTION IS BECOMING A TREND'
‘Over the last 50 years, the number of sittings of Parliament has been declining and has halved since the 1960s’.
MAMATA RATTLED BY BJP'S FACT FINDING TEAMS VISITING BENGAL
According to veteran political observers, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has reaped rich dividends throughout her political career from her ability to sell her image as the persecuted underdog fighting against far larger opponents.
20,000 trees to be axed to lay water pipeline in Punjab, probe ordered
For laying a water pipeline in Amritsar, the Punjab Forest Department is going to axe 20,000 trees, Amritsar-based lawyer Ram Nath Seroha has alleged.
India considering PLI scheme to take on China in chemical-petrochemical sector
Even as India gears up to emerge as a global manufacturing hub for chemicals and petrochemicals, the China factor in terms of aggressive output design on the back of its economic recovery production is a daunting prospect for India and its industry.
'Stapled visas show PRC not keen on peace with India’
Wang Yi’s false claim to Ajit Doval at BRICS NSAs’ meeting stands exposed.
IN G-20 AND SCO, PM MODI NAVIGATES TURBULENCE IN 2023
India has managed to steer the G-20 in a way that establishes New Delhi’s credentials as a platform where even bitter rivals can participate. Within the SCO, India is resisting efforts to get the organisation to take sides in the ongoing Cold War 2.0.
'SEVEN VEILS' TO BE SCREENED AT TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL
Amanda Seyfried-starrer ‘Seven Veils’ is all set to premiere at Toronto International Film Festival.
TESLA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST CYBERTRUCK
Elon Musk’s company Tesla announced the production of its very first Cybertruck. Recently, the electric car company tweeted an image of workers surrounding the sleek Cybertruck, which it said was built at its Gigafactory near Austin, Texas.
Monsoon make-up
During the hot and humid season, make-up never seems to last. In no time, foundation becomes streaky and blotchy. The effort is always focused on reducing the oily and sweaty look, making the skin appear fresh and clean.
I AIM TO BRING THE ESSENCE OF NATURE INTO EVERY CREATION: MAHESH SHARMA
Multidisciplinary artist Mahesh Sharma’s ‘Design By Nature’ exhibition pays homage to nature’s beauty and inspiration, showcasing furniture and objet d’art at the national capital.
HARARE SPORTS CLUB: THE CRICKETING HUB AWAITS 2027 WORLD CUP SPOTLIGHT
In 1936, hockey legend Dhyanchand dominated at the Berlin Olympics against Hitler’s Germany, while Australia recovered from the Bodyline series against England. In a separate corner, under British Generals’ watchful eyes, Harare Sports Club emerged, set to become a multi-sporting hub.