July 31, 2026
  • July 31, 2026

Finally, snow brings cheer to Auli, Uttarakhand hills

by on January 19, 2024 0

Auli, the skiing resort, ends long dry spell with fresh snow, bringing cheer to hotel owners. Auli received 1-2mm snowfall after a dry season, raising hopes for winter sports. Other areas in Garhwal and Kumaon also witnessed snow activity. Officials at the regional meteorological centre said on Thursday: “Auli received around 1-2mm snowfall during...

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T20 World Cup: Race for Indian wicketkeeper’s slot heats up

by on January 19, 2024 0

Since Dhoni’s retirement, India has tried Jitesh Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan as wicketkeepers. Jitesh has been the preferred choice recently, but Ishan has performed well as an opener. Rahul Dravid considers KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant contenders too. The performance in the IPL will be crucial in finalizing the wicketkeeper for the...

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January 22 fervour: Expectant parents push for C-sec ‘muhurat deliveries’

by on January 19, 2024 0

Anticipation surrounds Jan 22 as expectant parents nationwide seek “muhurat deliveries” to coincide with the consecration of Ayodhya’s Ram temple. Couples are adjusting due dates, influenced by the belief that babies born on this day will be imbued with qualities that define “Maryada Purushottam”. Bharti’s due date, originally Feb 7, has been moved forward...

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14 students, 2 teachers killed as boat capsizes in Gujarat

by on January 19, 2024 0

Tragedy struck as a boat carrying 34 individuals capsized in Harni Lake near Vadodara during a picnic organized by a private school, resulting in the loss of six school students’ lives. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) confirmed the incident and reported ongoing search operations. The SSG hospital stated that a 15-year-old boy, along...

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Asian Cup: Lacklustre India lose 0-3 to Uzbekistan

by on January 19, 2024 0

India fell to a second straight defeat at the Asian Cup on Thursday, losing 3-0 to Uzbekistan, all the goals coming in a torrid first half for Igor Stimac’s men. The result put Uzbekistan in pole position to qualify along with Australia from Group B with one round of matches to go.

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Four killed as fresh violence erupts in Manipur

by on January 19, 2024 0

The hill districts of Manipur are predominantly inhabited by tribal communities, including Nagas and Kukis, who account for 40% of the population. The conflict with the Meitei community erupted after a ‘Tribal Solidarity March’ protested the Meitei community’s demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.

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Pakistan retaliates with airstrikes inside Iran as tensions grow

by on January 19, 2024 0

Pakistan retaliates with missile and drone strikes in Iran’s province amidst escalating tension in the Middle East due to Israel’s war on Gaza and Iranian strikes iPakistan carried out retaliatory missile and “killer drone” strikes in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province on Thursday morning in an expansion of hostilities after Tehran’s airstrikes on Tuesday on alleged...

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Ram Lalla idol placed in ‘Garbha Griha’ amid holy chants

by on January 19, 2024 0

The Ram Lalla idol was placed inside the ‘Garbha Griha’ of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya after a special puja. Crafted by Karnataka sculptor Arun Yogiraj, the idol was chosen for installation. Thousands of VIP guests have received invitations for the ceremony. On January 19, the ritualists after Devta Pujan, recital of all branches...

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Pakistan-Iran military strikes: What India, US, China and Russia said

by on January 19, 2024 0

On Thursday, Pakistan executed targeted airstrikes against alleged Baloch terrorist groups in Iran, escalating existing tensions along the Pakistan-Iran border sparked by Tehran’s airstrikes in Balochistan earlier in the week. The Pakistani military asserted that these precision strikes were in response to Iranian actions that resulted in the tragic deaths of two children in...

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