★ National Unity Day or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, ★ World Cities Day, ★ World Thrift Day, ★ 1875: Birth anniversary of iron man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, ★ 1895: Birth of CK Naidu, the first captain of the Indian Test cricket team, ★ 1943: Birth of Oomen Chandy, former CM of Kerala, ★ 1975: Death of […]
Delhi and surrounding areas experienced a thick smog layer this Diwali, with the air quality index (AQI) recorded at 328, categorized as “very poor.” In Anand Vihar, the AQI reached 419, indicating severe pollution. Experts warn that pollution levels may worsen due to firecracker emissions and smoke from stubble burning, potentially leading to even poorer […]
Police in Navi Mumbai seized ₹86.50 lakh in cash from a car in the Seawoods area on Wednesday evening, amid the enforcement of the model code of conduct for the November 20 Maharashtra assembly polls. The crime branch acted on a tip-off and intercepted the vehicle. Three individuals in the car could not satisfactorily explain […]
North Korea fired a “long-range ballistic missile,” marking its first weapons test since allegations of sending troops to Russia. South Korea detected the missile launched toward the East Sea around 7:10 AM. Military officials raised alert levels, coordinating with the US and Japan. This launch follows calls from US and South Korean leaders for North […]
PM Modi paid tribute at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia on the occasion of Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary today. He stated, “My heartfelt tribute to Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary. The highest priority in Patel’s life was to protect the unity and sovereignty of the country. His personality and work […]
Donald Trump’s net worth surged from under $4 billion to $8 billion in October, making him the 357th wealthiest person globally, according to Forbes. His fortune grew as shares of Trump Media & Technology Group rose nearly 9%, now linked to election odds rather than financial performance. Polls show Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris […]
US health authorities confirmed that slivered onions used in McDonald’s Quarter Pounders triggered an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 90 people, with 27 hospitalized and one death in Colorado. The onions, supplied by Taylor Farms, were voluntarily recalled. McDonald’s temporarily removed the affected burgers but announced they would resume sales after tests returned negative [&he...
As part of its poll promises, the coalition govt led by CM Chandrababu Naidu has issued key orders to provide unemployment benefits to Vedic scholars in temples as a Diwali gift. The govt has decided to offer a monthly unemployment benefit of ₹3,000. This assistance will be extended to all 600 Vedic scholars associated with […]
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the US West Coast today, centered on a faultline beneath the Pacific Ocean, about 173 miles (279 kilometers) from Bandon, Oregon, according to the US Geological Survey. Despite the quake’s strength, authorities issued no tsunami warning and reported no immediate damage or injuries. Authorities continue to monitor the area for […]
National Unity Day, or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, is being celebrated across the country today to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. A prominent leader in India’s history, Patel served as the country’s first Home Minister and Deputy PM. Known as the Iron Man of India, he is revered for his role in integrating […]
U.S. Deputy Ambassador Robert Wood warned North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that any troops sent to support Russia in Ukraine “will return in body bags.” Addressing the U.N. Security Council, Wood cautioned Kim against “reckless and dangerous behavior,” emphasizing the severe consequences North Korea could face if it involves itself militarily in the Russia-Ukraine […]
A Carnegie Endowment survey shows around 60% of Indian-American citizens plan to vote for Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, while about 30% back former President Trump in the upcoming U.S. election. Analyst Milan Vaishnav highlights a modest Republican shift, with swing states like Pennsylvania and Georgia having sizable Indian-American populations that could impact the race.
On the early morning of Diwali, people traditionally apply sesame oil to their heads and take a bath. Adding banyan, mango, and other auspicious leaves to the bathwater is considered both healthy and beneficial. According to ancient beliefs, the ablution performed on this day washes away all sins and provides the same spiritual benefits as […]
The govt of Andhra Pradesh has begun implementing a scheme to distribute 3 free gas cylinders per year. CM Chandrababu will launch the initiative by distributing cylinders to beneficiaries at Idupuram in the Ichchapuram constituency of Srikakulam District on Friday, Nov 1. He has directed that the cash be deposited into the beneficiaries’ accounts within […]