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Lakshmi Puja, traditionally performed during Diwali, is most auspicious today between 7:00 PM and 8:30 PM, according to scholars. The Pradosha period falls between 5:45 PM and 8:15 PM. Rituals and pujas conducted during these times are believed to bring special blessings, prosperity, and spiritual benefits on this sacred occasion.
Ram Charan’s next film, ‘Peddi,’ directed by Buchi Babu Sana, will now be released on March 26, 2026, to align with the Sri Rama Navami festival. Over 60% of the shoot is completed. The movie features Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyenndu Sharma. With music by AR Rahman, a love song from the […]
PM Modi celebrated Diwali with naval personnel aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. Cultural programs marked the occasion, including a heartfelt performance by a naval officer who wrote and sang ‘Kasam Sindhur Ki,’ a song about Operation Sindhur. Modi later shared the song’s video on X, saying it often comes to his mind.
Australia’s weather bureau remains uncertain about the full development of a La Niña weather pattern, which can alter rainfall and intensify weather across the Americas, Asia, and Oceania. Currently, weak La Niña conditions are observed and are likely to persist through December, though their long-term strength and impact remain unclear.
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Nandamuri Balakrishna is playing the lead role in the movie ‘Akhanda 2’ directed by Boyapati Srinu. The movie is set to hit the screens on December 5th this year. The makers have revealed that a solid update from this movie is coming on October 24th at 5 pm. This film, which is being produced under […]
Amazon Web Services experienced a significant outage, disrupting platforms such as Prime Video, Fortnite, Snapchat, and Coinbase. The issue, stemming from DNS resolution problems in AWS’s US-East-1 region, caused widespread service failures. AWS is working to resolve the problem, with partial recovery seen but continued disruptions across many services.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused the Karnataka govt of mistreating industrialists. He criticized CM Siddaramaiah for allegedly insulting Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murthy over their remarks on the caste census. He questioned the consequences if Infosys were to shift its operations to AP, expressing concern over the govt’s handling of industry leaders.
Mappls, India’s homegrown navigation app, offers unique features tailored for Indian roads. These include door-level accuracy, toll and trip cost calculators, 3D junction views, live traffic signal timers, and India-specific road alerts for hazards. With local expertise and AI-driven technology, Mappls is quickly becoming a smarter option for Indian users.
Malayalam star Dulquer Salmaan and director Selvamani Selvaraj have collaborated for the movie ‘Kantha’, with the release date set for November 14. The film also stars Bhagyashree Borse and Samuthirakani in key roles. Fans are eagerly awaiting the movie, marking an exciting project for both the director and the lead actor.
A fire broke out in a Mumbai’s Cuffe Parade chawl, killing 15-year-old Yash Vitthal Khot and injuring three others. The blaze, believed to be caused by faulty electrical wiring or an EV battery, was contained quickly. The injured were hospitalized, with one in ICU. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire.
Indian women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur has reached a remarkable milestone, scoring 70 runs in a match against England. She becomes the 2nd Indian cricketer to surpass 1,000 runs in World Cup tournaments, following the legendary Mithali Raj, who holds the record with 1,321 runs. Harmanpreet’s achievement adds to her growing legacy.
Ashwin criticized India’s focus on all-rounders after Kuldeep Yadav was left out in the 1st ODI against Australia. He questioned prioritizing batting depth over bowling, arguing it undermines Kuldeep’s talent. Despite his recent strong performances, Kuldeep is unlikely to feature in the 2nd ODI, as India sticks with their current lineup.
The Kanakadurgamma Temple at Indra Kiladri, Vijayawada, will close today at 7 PM for Diwali celebrations. The temple will be closed for the Pancha Aarti service and will reopen at 3 AM tomorrow. Temple officials advised devotees to consider these timings while planning their darshan visit during the Diwali festivities.
Prime Minister Modi made passionate remarks about India’s security and strength, stating that the peaks of the Himalayas and the waves of the sea are echoing ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’. He emphasized that this ‘Jai Ghosha’ heard across the nation reflects India’s growing strength and security, with the chariot symbolizing this power.