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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan extended his heartfelt wishes to the people on the occasion of Ratha Saptami. In a tweet, he prayed to Lord Surya Narayana for the happiness, well-being, and prosperity of all citizens, expressing hope that the Sun God’s blessings bring joy, health, and growth to the state and its […]
Popular Odia music composer and singer Abhijit Majumdar passed away today at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. He was 54. Majumdar had been admitted on September 4, 2025, for hypertension, hypothyroidism, and chronic liver disease. After ICU treatment, he was shifted to the medicine ward on November 10 for ongoing care. He was beloved for his timeless Odia […]
Rathasaptami, celebrated on the seventh day of Magha Shuddha, marks the Sun God’s symbolic journey northward. Devotees rise early to offer prayers and milk to the Sun, believing it cleanses sins and illnesses from seven lifetimes. This auspicious day is associated with prosperity, health, and spiritual rejuvenation, making it a revered festival of light.
The SA20 Season 4 final sees a thrilling clash between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Pretoria Capitals today. Sunrisers, the only team to reach four consecutive finals, aim for their third title, while Pretoria seeks their maiden triumph. With stakes high on the line, fans anticipate an intense, high-octane contest to crown South Africa’s T20 champion.
Tirumala witnessed an overwhelming rush of devotees on Ratha Saptami, with Sarva Darshan taking 20 hours to complete. Crowds stretched up to Shila Toranam as all compartments filled. On Saturday, 76,654 pilgrims visited, with 34,080 making offerings. TTD officials reported a hundi collection of ₹3.81 crore on Jan 24, reflecting the festival’s significance.
Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’ posted massive numbers, beating ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Gadar 2’ on opening day despite mixed reactions. The war drama earned Rs 40.59 crore net Saturday, taking its total to Rs 72.69 crore. With Sunday and a Republic Day holiday, it’s expected to cross Rs 100 crore soon. Diljit Dosanjh co-stars too.
Scotland have been handed a rare chance on the global stage after replacing Bangladesh in the ICC T20 World Cup. Placed in Group C, they begin against West Indies on February 7, followed by clashes with Italy, England, and Nepal. With key matches in Kolkata and the final in Mumbai, Scotland aim to seize worldwide […]
The TDP Parliamentary Party meeting will be held today under the leadership of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu at the Undavalli Camp Office. Ahead of the Parliament budget session beginning January 28, he will brief MPs on key issues and legislative strategy. Union Minister Rammohan Naidu is also scheduled to attend the crucial meeting.
Ratha Saptami celebrations commenced in Tirumala early this morning with grand rituals and vibrant devotion. Lord Venkateswara is blessing devotees through seven vahanams across the day, from Suryaprabha and Garuda to Sarvabhupala. The hill shrine dazzled with decorations of 10 tons of natural flowers and 40,000 cut flowers, creating spiritual atmosphere.
Bangladesh’s exit from the ICC T20 World Cup has triggered big financial setbacks for the BCB. The board stands to lose USD 5 lakh in participation fees, along with sponsorship revenue. Also, ICC annual funding of Rs 247 crore, forming nearly 60% of its budget, will be reduced, while prospects of a bilateral series with […]
Ratha Saptami celebrations began with spiritual fervor at Dwaraka Tirumala Temple in Eluru district of AP today. Devotees witnessed the Suryaprabha Vahana Seva in the morning, while Chandraprabha Vahana Seva is scheduled for the evening. Temple authorities ensured smooth arrangements as priests distributed prasadam, allowing pilgrims to participate peacefully.
Under Guwahati lights, India face New Zealand in a high-stakes third T20 at Barsapara Stadium tonight. Leading 2-0, India aim to seal the 5-match series early, riding momentum. The Kiwis, cornered but dangerous, must strike back to stay alive, setting the stage for a tense, fast-paced contest between bat and ball with pressure, and implications […]
A 23-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, was burnt to death inside a garage in Narsingdi, Bangladesh, raising fears over minority safety. Eyewitnesses say assailants poured petrol on the shutter and set it alight while he slept. Chanchal, from Cumilla, was the family’s sole breadwinner and had worked at the garage for years.
Delhi Capitals-women halted RCB’s flying run in WPL 2026 with a dominant all-round performance last night. After skittling RCB out for a modest 109, Delhi chased down the target comfortably in 15.4 overs with just three wickets lost. The convincing win lifted Delhi Capitals to second place, handing RCB their first loss after five straight […]
Producer Dil Raju is set to return to Bollywood with a high-profile project after previous Hindi ventures underperformed. Moving away from remakes, he is developing an original story aimed at a pan-India audience. Talks with a major Bollywood star are underway, signaling his determination to make a strong comeback in Hindi cinema.