In a dramatic escalation of its criticism against the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, the BJP has unveiled a series of protest activities following the alleged rape and murder of a female doctor at a Kolkata state-run hospital two weeks ago. BJP state president Sukanta Majumdar, also a Union minister, has outlined a comprehensive protest schedule set to unfold from August 28 to September 4.
Odisha is grappling with a significant bird flu outbreak as the H5N1 strain of avian influenza has been detected in Pipili township, Puri district. The situation has escalated rapidly, prompting the culling of over 5,000 chickens so far, with an anticipated 40,000 more to be culled from 54 farms in the area. This drastic measure follows the confirmation of bird flu through samples collected from a poultry farm where mass chicken deaths were first reported.
Pragathi Gowda, India's rising star in motorsports, made history with a remarkable debut at the Rallye des Vallees 2024, securing third place in the Rally - 5 car class with a timing of 23:51.8.
Krishna Janmashtami is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated across India to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This year, Krishna Janmashtami falls on August 26. The festival is marked by devotional activities and elaborate decorations, especially in places like Mathura and Vrindavan, which are closely associated with Krishna’s life.
It’s been nearly three years since Suriya's fans have been eagerly anticipating his return to the big screen in a leading role. The excitement surrounding his comeback intensified with the announcement of his upcoming film *Kanguva*, directed by the acclaimed Siruthai Siva. Originally scheduled for a grand release on October 10, 2024, the film was expected to be a major event, hitting screens in multiple languages and marking a significant moment for the actor's fans.
Seven prison officials at Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Jail have been suspended following an investigation into a viral photo and video that showed Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa receiving what appeared to be preferential treatment while in custody. The actor is currently detained in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message regarding crimes against women during the Lakhpati Didi event in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, on Sunday.
At a recent book launch dedicated to former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, Tamil superstar Rajinikanth expressed admiration for Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's ability to manage the senior leadership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been formally invited by Pakistan to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, scheduled for October. This invitation is notable as Islamabad, which currently chairs the Council of Heads of Government (CHG), will host the meeting on October 15-16. Given the current diplomatic strains between India and Pakistan, it remains unlikely that Modi will personally visit Islamabad. The Indian government has yet to decide whether a minister will be sent in his place, a decision influenced by past practice and current circumstances.
Poll strategist Prashant Kishor recently criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav regarding his comments on Bihar's development, labeling it "laughable"