Congressional Caucus on India has a new Republican co-chair
Democratic US lawmaker Ro Khanna on Wednesday announced that Republican colleague Rich McCormick will join him as the co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on India, replacing Mike Walz, who is now the National Security Adviser to President Donald Trump. Representatives Andy Barr
No vehicle zone, VVIP passes cancelled: UP govt’s key changes after Maha Kumbh stampede
The Uttar Pradesh government has invoked strict measures in Prayagraj a day after a stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh Mela. At least 30 people died, and 60 others sustained injuries in the stampede on Wednesday as crores of devotees gathered in the
SA20: MI Cape Town beat Sunrisers Eastern Cape to reach playoffs
MI Cape Town delivered a fielding, bowling, and batting masterclass to book their maiden appearance in the SA20 Playoffs with a crushing 10-wicket win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape at Newlands. This victory has set up an all-Western Cape Qualifier 1, with current table-toppers
Assam Rifles, Tripura Police seize drugs worth Rs 6 crore
Assam Rifles, in coordination with police, conducted a joint operation and seized and destroyed ganja (marijuana) plantations worth around Rs 6 crore in Tripura, officials said on Thursday. A defence spokesman said that the para-military troops and Tripura Police personnel, in their joint
Monitoring the Washington plane crash, says Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that he is monitoring the plane crash that occurred over the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport in Washington. “I have been fully briefed on the terrible accident which just took place at Reagan National Airport. May God
Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar to visit Madhepura today to review developmental work
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will visit Madhepura on Thursday as part of the second phase of his Pragati Yatra to review ongoing rural development projects and inaugurate or lay the foundation stone for various development schemes. He will review projects under ‘Saat
Working expeditiously to safely bring back Sunita Williams, Butch Willmore: NASA
NASA on Thursday stated that it is “working expeditiously” along with SpaceX to safely bring back Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams and astronaut Butch Willmore, who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) for 238 days. This statement came after billionaire and
Australian bushfire prompts evacuation order
Authorities in southeast Australia have ordered communities to evacuate as bushfires in western Melbourne, the capital city of Australia’s state of Victoria, continue to spread. Victorian emergency services on Thursday morning urged about 100 residents of four small towns near the southwestern edge
Upcoming Budget session of Bengal Assembly may end state govt-Raj Bhavan tussle
The ongoing tussle between the West Bengal government and Raj Bhavan is expected to end during the upcoming Budget session of the Assembly, scheduled for next month. The state government has already sent an invitation to the office of Governor C. V. Ananda
First deportees land in Colombia from US
Two Colombian Aerospace Force planes carrying migrants deported from the United States landed late Tuesday in Colombia’s capital, Bogota, as confirmed by Colombian President Gustavo Petro. The deported nationals were picked up from Houston, Texas, and San Diego, California, following instructions from Petro.
Israeli PM to visit US for discussion on Gaza truce deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Washington next week at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, according to a statement from Netanyahu’s office. Trump has invited Netanyahu to “a meeting at the White House on February 4,” said the statement.
Maha Kumbh stampede: Health minister Nadda assures full health services, volunteers
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda spoke with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath about the stampede-like situation at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday and assured full support, including volunteers and health services, to manage the situation effectively. Earlier, Prime
Situation in Maha Kumbh under control: Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad chief
The Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad chief, Ravindra Puri, on Wednesday said that the situation in Maha Kumbh is getting under control following the stampede on the occasion of ‘Mauni Amavasya’. A stampede-like situation unfolded early Wednesday as millions of devotees thronged the Triveni
CM Yogi issues appeal: Do not pay attention to rumours, follow instructions
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday issued an appeal to the devotees attending the Maha Kumbh to follow the guidelines, cooperate with the administration, and not pay attention to rumours. In his statement, CM Yogi requested devotees to bathe at the
Maha Kumbh stampede: Amit Shah assures all assistance to ensure safety of devotees
Following the stampede-like situation at the Maha Kumbh Mela on Wednesday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and assured all possible support from the Centre. The stampede-like situation broke out at the Sangam amid the celebration
Jennifer Lopez talks about the movies she has unsuccessfully auditioned for
Actress-singer Jennifer Lopez has shared that she has missed out on “a lot of things” in her career as she talked about the projects she unsuccessfully auditioned for. She said that there were some roles she had “hoped” for that just didn’t come
CM Yogi holds high-level meeting on Maha Kumbh situation
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday held a meeting with top state officials to discuss the situation following the stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The CM has been closely monitoring the situation at the Maha Kumbh. According to the Chief Minister’s
NZ great Debbie Hockley lauds Melie Kerr for ICC Awards haul
New Zealand cricket great and Hall of Famer Debbie Hockley has heaped praise on Melie Kerr after the 24-year-old was named the ICC Women’s Player of the Year for 2024. The star all-rounder created history by becoming the first player from New Zealand
Katy Perry talks about what keeps her relationship with Orlando Bloom going strong
Singer Katy Perry has revealed the secret to keeping her relationship with Hollywood star Orlando Bloom strong. “I’ve talked a lot about love languages and how important they are in learning your partner’s love language, and even if it isn’t your love language,
VIP culture should be curbed to pay attention to masses: LoP Rahul on Maha Kumbh tragedy
Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, expressed his deep condolences following the tragic stampede that occurred during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Wednesday, which left many people injured, several of them critically. He also called for urgent reforms