Kolkata: In the run-up to the assembly elections in the state, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, urging voters to cast their ballots “without fear” and bring about a political shift. Addressing a charged gathering during the nomination filing of senior…
Chennai: Skipper Shreyas Iyer’s half-century, draped in elegance and aggression in equal measure was the centrepiece in Punjab Kings’ five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match here on Friday. Shreyas (50, 29 balls) and his 59-run alliance with Nehal Wadhera for the fourth wicket helped Punjab end up at 210 for five…
Kolkata: The TMC on Friday sought the immediate removal of the returning officer for the Bhabanipur assembly constituency in West Bengal, alleging his proximity to BJP candidate Suvendu Adhikari. In a representation submitted to West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal, the ruling party raised objections to the appointment of RO for the Bhabanipur…
New Delhi: An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude jolted several parts of north India on Friday night, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. The tremors, which lasted a few seconds, were felt in Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana. There were no reports of any damage or casualties. The epicentre of the earthquake, which…
Lucknow: Investment proposals worth around Rs 3,000 crore were received during the International Buddhist Conclave-2026 held in Kushinagar, officials said. The three-day event, organised at the Mahaparinirvana site of Gautama Buddha from March 31 to April 2, aimed to promote Uttar Pradesh as a global Buddhist tourism hub and attract investment in the sector. As…
India wholeheartedly welcomes the induction of three formidable naval assets—INS Taragiri, INS Aridhaman, and a soon-to-be commissioned nuclear submarine into the Western Command into its maritime arsenal. These are not routine additions to the fleet; they represent a decisive leap in India’s quest for strategic dominance at sea. At a time when global waters are…
(When the investigative agency becomes the center point of politics) In India’s federal structure, the jurisdiction of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) over the states has become a sensitive and multi-layered issue, not limited to legal debate but also involving political, constitutional, and ethical questions. The withdrawal of general consent granted to the CBI…
Upadhyayula Lakshman Rao The sage Savya, born in the luminous lineage of Angirasa, invokes the mighty Indra through sacred hymns of the Jagati metre in the ancient verses of the Rigveda. In these hymns, a remarkable dialogue unfolds between the contemplative human mind and the vast living universe. The seers of the Vedic age observed…
The sage Narada, after setting forth ancient examples that revealed the ruin born of ego, pride, and stubborn persistence, addressed Duryodhana with solemn gravity. He declared that it is never acceptable to restrain others through arrogance, for such conduct loosens alliances, weakens bonds, and imperils the throne and its supporters. True alliance, he said, strengthens…
Kunduru Anjaneya Temple is located at the entrance of Kundur village in Honnali taluk of Davanagere district, Karnataka. The temple stands in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by fields and serves as an important spiritual center for nearby villages. This temple was built in the 16th century during the rule of the Keladi Nayakas. It…
