India

Haryana Appoints Women Sarpanches as Ambassadors to Boost Girl Child Campaign

17 Jan 2025 21:43 PM IST

Concerned about the declining sex ratio in Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has taken a major step to address the issue by appointing all women sarpanches (village heads) as ambassadors for their villages under the Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao campaign.

Farmers Urge PM Modi to Honor Assurances; Express concerns over deteriorating health hunger strike of Dallewal

17 Jan 2025 21:13 PM IST

SKM has written a fervent appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging immediate action on the demands of farmers and drawing attention to the alarming health condition of Sri Jagjeet Singh Dallewal, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike for 53 days.

Mahakumbh 2025: 2.78 Million Visitors, Including 1 Million Kalpavasis, on Fifth Day

17 Jan 2025 18:12 PM IST

2.78 million people visit Mahakumbh 2025 on the fifth day, including 1 million Kalpavasis participating in the grand event.

16 Indians Missing, 12 Dead in Russian Army, Confirms MEA

17 Jan 2025 17:56 PM IST

The MEA has confirmed that 16 Indian nationals are missing while serving in the Russian Army, and 12 have died. India continues to work with Russian authorities for their safe return.

African Baboon Dies at Delhi Zoo, Third Animal Death in Recent Weeks

17 Jan 2025 17:37 PM IST

Delhi Zoo mourns the death of an African baboon, "Chintu", the third fatality in the facility in three weeks. The zoo investigates the cause, with cold weather potentially contributing to the death.

Chris Martin, Dakota Johnson Stuck in Mumbai Traffic | WATCH

17 Jan 2025 17:28 PM IST

Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson got stuck in Mumbai traffic after arriving for Coldplay's *Music of the Spheres* tour. A fan captured the couple's frustration and shared it online. The band will perform multiple concerts in India, including one in Mumbai on January 18.

Delhi Boy Sets New ‘Apology Goals’ with Public ‘Sorry’ Billboard | WATCH

17 Jan 2025 17:23 PM IST

A man in Delhi went viral for apologizing to his girlfriend with a billboard reading “Sorry For Everything Bebu.” The gesture gained attention for its grandeur, with many people commenting on the effort. It sparked a mix of admiration and humor online, setting high expectations for couples.

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: YouTuber Flees After ‘Baba’ Swats Him with Peacock Feather | WATCH

17 Jan 2025 17:12 PM IST

A YouTuber's persistent questioning at the Maha Kumbh leads to him being swatted with a peacock feather by a Baba. This follows an earlier incident where a different Baba hit him with tongs. Both videos went viral, entertaining viewers with their unusual reactions.

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on Official Visit to Odisha

17 Jan 2025 16:31 PM IST

Excerpt: President of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, arrived in Bhubaneswar on Friday for a two-day visit to Odisha, where he is expected to sign multiple memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to strengthen collaboration between Singapore and India.

Mona Lisa in Mahakumbh: Garland Seller Gains Social Media Fame | WATCH

17 Jan 2025 15:38 PM IST

Mona Lisa, a garland seller at the Mahakumbh Mela, has gone viral for her beauty. Videos of her interactions sparked debates about respect and exploitation. Some critics feel the attention distracts from the spiritual significance of the event.

Amit Shah Expands FTI-TTP Fast-Track Immigration to Seven More Airports

17 Jan 2025 14:36 PM IST

The Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) has been expanded to seven more airports, offering seamless, quick immigration clearance for registered travelers.

Mahua Moitra Demands Rs. 1,220 Refund from Swiggy for Spoiled Ice Creams

17 Jan 2025 13:48 PM IST

Mahua Moitra criticized Swiggy for delivering spoiled ice creams, demanding a refund or replacement. Her complaint sparked humor and trolling online, which she addressed firmly. The incident also led to a broader discussion about customer service in food delivery platforms.