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If a person smokes two cigarettes every day for a month, the body can start to change. Doctors say nicotine quickly raises heart rate and blood pressure. Smoking can narrow blood vessels and increase blood clot risk. Even light smoking slowly reduces lung function, experts warn. These effects may appear even without heavy smoking habits.
★Unity Day of Zimbabwe, ★National Mathematics Day, ★1666: Birth of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth guru of Sikhism, ★1853: Birth of Sharada Devi, wife of the famous spiritual master Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, popularly known as Sharada Mata, ★1887: Birth of legendary mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, and ★1947: Birth of former Indian cricketer Dilip Doshi.
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While Christmas is widely celebrated, several countries restrict or ban its observance due to religious reasons. Nations like North Korea enforce harsh penalties, while Somalia and Brunei legally prohibit celebrations. Public observance is also restricted in Saudi Arabia, and unofficial or limited recognition exists in Kazakhstan and Libya.
‘Akhanda 2’ box office collections have slowed after a strong start, with low occupancy in multiplexes. Single-screen theaters still have some viewers, but the film is nearing the end of its theatrical run. Netflix has acquired the digital rights, and fans are eagerly awaiting the OTT release, which may revive its popularity at home.
Former Bangla PM Sheikh Hasina has criticised Bangladesh’s current leadership, alleging a surge in violence since Yunus assumed power. She warned that weak governance and absence of rule of law could damage the nation’s global standing. Hasina also accused the govt of failing to ensure the safety of minority communities amid growing unrest across the […]
India’s decision to invite both EU presidents as Republic Day 2026 chief guests marks a strategic shift in foreign policy. By engaging Europe as a unified power, Delhi signals autonomy from US influence while balancing China’s rise. The move gains added weight with the India-EU Summit following the parade, where progress on a free trade […]
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India is already a Hindu nation and does not need constitutional approval. Speaking in Kolkata, he said India remains Hindu as long as people honor its culture and ancestors. He added RSS has no political agenda, Hindutva does not include caste by birth, and encouraged using mother tongues in daily […]
The Tollywood Pro League (TPL), featuring film celebrities, is set to begin on February 13 at Uppal, Hyderabad. The trophy and jerseys were unveiled by Cine and Cricket, with legendary batter Kapil Dev praising the industry’s enthusiasm for the sport. Producer Dil Raju revealed that 6 teams will include both actors and behind-the-scenes film professionals.
Security was heightened at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after an email warned of a bomb on a Netherlands-bound flight. Acting on the alert, the pilot diverted and landed at Shamshabad, where passengers were safely evacuated. The bomb squad conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft, while authorities continued probes.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy will chair a key meeting with cabinet ministers today to assess recent panchayat poll outcomes constituency-wise. The agenda is expected to include discussions on conducting MPTC and ZPTC polls, preparations for the winter Assembly session, and strategic directions for administrative and political activities across the state.
The Delhi High Court is set to hear petitions from actors Jr. NTR and Pawan Kalyan seeking protection of personal rights. Both allege misuse of their names, images and videos by social media and e-commerce platforms without consent. Filed weeks apart, the cases were argued earlier and will be taken up again today for re-consideration […]
Bangladesh’s repeated provocations toward India appear rooted in internal political turmoil, where leaders use external posturing to divert attention from instability at home. Amid economic pressure, nationalist rhetoric against India helps consolidate support, shift narratives, and project strength, even as bilateral ties remain crucial for trade.
Hyderabad is reeling under an intense coldwave as temperatures plunge well below seasonal norms. Residents are bracing icy mornings after minimums dipped nearly five degrees below average, sending shivers across the city. Rajendranagar reported a chilling 9°C, while misty conditions blanketed Bhagyanagaram, marking one of the coldest spells this season.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, December 22, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85,363.44, up at 435.11 points or 0.51%, and the Nifty was at 26,109.15, up at 143.12 points or 0.57%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.88 against the dollar.