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IMD Forecasts Light To Moderate Rain For Northeast India

14 Jun 2024 12:14 PM IST

The weather agency Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate monsoon for the northeast and eastern areas of the country for the next couple of hours on Friday. The places where moderate to light monsoon is going to occur in Sikkim and other surrounding areas of sub-Himalayan West

J&K Kheer Bhawani Festival: Celebrating Unity And Tradition

14 Jun 2024 12:14 PM IST

Amidst the tranquil landscapes of Tullamulla in Jammu & Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela resonated with spiritual fervor as Kashmiri Pandits gathered at the revered Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple. This festival, dedicated to Maharagnya Bhagwati, marks a significant occasion in the cultural tapestry of the region, celebrated

Ghaziabad Fire Tragedy: 25-Year-Old Mother Ran Back To Save Her Infant Son, Never Came Out Alive

14 Jun 2024 11:53 AM IST

On Wednesday evening, Shariq, 28, left his home in Ghaziabad to buy milk for his seven-month-old son Mohammad Sheesh. Upon his return, he discovered a devastating scene: a fire had broken out at his house, the only two-storey building in the crowded Behta Hajipur lane, killing his wife Farheen (25)

Cracks In Bihar And Maharashtra BJP Alliances?

14 Jun 2024 11:36 AM IST

Rifts and Cracks within Bihar’s and Maharashtra’s BJP Alliances can be seen soon after the Lok Sabha election results are out. Cracks in Bihar Internal rifts within Bihar’s ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) have surfaced following the 2024 Lok Sabha election results. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured victory in

Vande Metro Launches Soon With Panoramic Windows, Upgraded Lavatories–Check Routes Here

14 Jun 2024 11:18 AM IST

After the launch of the semi-high speed 160 kmph Vande Bharat Express, the Indian railway is now going to unveil a new train named Vande Metro, for small intercity travel. By introducing Vande Metro, Indian railway strives to transform short-distance train travel for people. Take a look at features and

US Spokesperson Silent on PM Modi’s Record Victory in Lok Sabha, Dodges Religious Insecurity Claims

14 Jun 2024 11:15 AM IST

The US declined to comment on the outcome of the recent Lok Sabha elections, stressing that electoral issues are for the Indian people to determine. Speaking at a press conference, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller highlighted that the US respects India’s electoral process, noting it as the largest democratic

Frog Wedding in Varanasi Amid Heatwave: Residents Pray for Rain

14 Jun 2024 11:14 AM IST

In Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, a male and female frog were wedded to appease rain Gods amid intense heat. The ceremony, captured in a viral video, featured traditional rituals and prayers conducted by a priest, accompanied by women singing folk songs. Marriage ceremonies involving frogs hold significant cultural and agricultural symbolism

NEET Row Possibly Fueled by Coaching Centres Hurt by Easier Exam, Govt Sources Indicate

14 Jun 2024 10:44 AM IST

The controversy surrounding the NEET (UG)-2024 examination might be fueled by coaching institutes, according to government sources. These institutes, whose students did not perform well, are allegedly driving the uproar over the reduced syllabus and easier question papers. On Thursday, the Centre informed the Supreme Court of its decision to

Kanpur Mayor’s Outburst: Angry Exchange at Civic Meeting Sparks Controversy

14 Jun 2024 10:27 AM IST

Kanpur Mayor Pramila Pandey, in a meeting at the Municipal Corporation on Wednesday, June 12, threw a file in frustration towards an official, narrowly missing his face. A video shows Pandey visibly upset, scolding the officer and demanding him to “get out”. Mayor Pandey expressed dissatisfaction with the negligence of

Pune Porsche Crash Scandal: CCTV Shows Hospital Staff in Bribery Scandal

14 Jun 2024 10:23 AM IST

Police in Pune have obtained new CCTV footage related to the Porsche crash accident involving a 17-year-old boy accused of crashing the luxury car into a motorcycle, resulting in the deaths of two software engineers last month. The footage, from the Yerwada area, allegedly shows an employee of Sassoon General

Viral Video: Woman Flung into Air by Speeding Wagon R in Pune

14 Jun 2024 10:12 AM IST

In Pune’s Hinjawadi area, a speeding car veered off the road, hitting a woman and leaving her injured. CCTV footage shows the woman being flung into the air. Bystanders rushed to help, and the driver took her to the hospital, where she is now receiving treatment. ? #RoadSafetyAwareness ?? ?Pimpri

Priyanka Gandhi’s Electoral Debut: Possible Candidacy in Wayanad, Sources Say

14 Jun 2024 09:46 AM IST

Speculation about Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s potential electoral debut resurfaced as sources informed that she might run for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat if Rahul Gandhi vacates it. This speculation follows Priyanka’s decision not to contest in the recent Lok Sabha polls, where she had been a much-discussed potential candidate. Rahul