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Farmaan Hasan Khan from Bareilly, UP, has been named in Forbes 30 Under 30 India 2026 for Social Impact. As a youth leader and social activist, he runs healthcare camps, education programs, and women’s empowerment initiatives through his organizations. Recognized nationally, Khan emphasizes consistent action, honesty, and purpose in driving community change.
AR Rahman, composing music for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, addressed faith debates, saying art rises above religion. Raised studying Ramayana and Mahabharata, he values universal virtues and inclusivity. Calling the project global, Rahman noted, “I am Muslim, Ramayana is Hindu,” praising collaboration. The film releases in two parts in 2026 and 2027.
Recent research indicates that women are losing nearly two to four hours of sleep each night due to persistent overthinking, significantly affecting their physical and mental health. Experts warn that excessive mental stress disrupts sleep patterns. Women tend to experience higher levels of stress and anxiety, making them more vulnerable to sleep deprivation.
Indian equity markets ended on a strong note with benchmark indices posting solid gains. The Sensex climbed 186.64 points to close at 83,570.35, while the Nifty advanced 28.75 points to settle at 25,694.35. The rupee traded at 90.83 against the dollar. IT stocks led the rally, with Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, HCL Tech and TCS […]
Rising demand for memory chips is driving up smartphone, TV, and laptop prices. AI company orders increased prices 50% last quarter, with another 40–50% expected soon. Brands like Vivo and Nothing have raised costs, Samsung stopped discounts, and by February, TVs and laptops may go up another 10–20%, say market experts.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged migrant workers are tortured for speaking Bengali in BJP-ruled states, accusing the party of provoking unrest ahead of the 2026 elections. She backed protests in Murshidabad over attacks on migrants, said minority anger was legitimate, and criticised electoral roll revisions.
TG Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka visited Jaggayyapet in AP’s NTR district today on the occasion of Kanuma. He offered prayers at the Goddess Tirupathamma temple, where officials welcomed him with rituals. Bhatti performed special pujas, highlighting cultural importance of Kanuma, a festival that honors cattle, nature, and agricultural traditions in rural life.
The Supreme Court has said that tax must be paid on profits from selling Flipkart shares. It rejected Tiger Global’s request for tax exemption. The court ruled that using countries like Mauritius to avoid tax is not allowed. It also said shell companies cannot be used for exemptions, supporting the earlier Delhi High Court decision.
Chaos erupted on IndiGo flight 6E 1085 from Mumbai to Krabi after the pilot declined to fly, citing duty hour limits. The flight was delayed over three hours, sparking heated arguments and unruly passenger behavior. IndiGo said two passengers were deboarded, refreshments were served, and the flight eventually landed around 1 pm instead of 10 […]
➢National Boston Day, ➢National Good Teen Day, ➢1901: Death of Indian nationalist leader Mahadeva Govinda Ranade, ➢1924: Birth of prominent businessman Paruchuri Hanumantha Rao, ➢1942: Birth of former Union Minister Sudini Jaipal Reddy, ➢1943: Death of social reformer Tripuraneni Ramaswamy, and ➢1978: Death of director and producer A. Bheem Singh.
Nasser bin Radhan Al Rashid Al Wadai, believed to be Saudi Arabia’s oldest man, passed away at 142 due to natural causes. He married for the last time at 110 and later had a daughter. Nasser had 134 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Over 7,000 people attended his funeral.
Packing hot meals in aluminum foil may pose hidden health risks, warns Dr. DK Gupta, chairman of Felix Hospital in Noida, UP. Heat can cause aluminum to leach into food, especially when stored for hours. Such exposure may weaken immunity over time. Acidic items like tomato chutney or lemon-based dishes are particularly unsafe in foil […]
Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in journalist Gauri Lankesh’s 2017 murder, won Jalna Municipal Corporation Ward 13 as an Independent by 2,621 votes. The victory came amid an ongoing trial, with Pangarkar citing no conviction. His win sparked debate on accused candidates in politics. He is out on bail and has past Shiv Sena links previously.
Despite a poor Mumbai show in BMC polls, Congress proved its relevance in Maharashtra, leading in 171 wards across 29 civic bodies. It ranks third after BJP and Shinde Sena, outperforming Thackerays and Sharad Pawar’s NCP faction. Congress topped or placed second in several cities, strengthening its grassroots base statewide, despite continued urban setbacks.
A huge influx of devotees was witnessed today at the Goddess Kanaka Durgamma shrine atop Indrakiladri in Vijayawada, AP, today. Pilgrims arrived in large numbers to seek the deity’s blessings, creating heavy rush across the temple premises. Temple Chairman Radhakrishna personally reviewed the arrangements put in place to prevent any inconvenience for devotees.