Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu dropped a bombshell on Friday, alleging that Tirupati’s iconic laddus were tainted with ghee made from bathroom cleaner chemicals during the YSRCP regime. The accusation came during a rally in Kurnool’s Yemmiganur, where Naidu was handing out land passbooks to farmers under the ‘Your Land, Your Right’ initiative. ‘For five years, they fed devotees prasad made from toxic substances used to scrub toilets,’ Naidu charged, directly implicating former CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy’s administration in polluting the revered Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple’s offerings. This, he said, was a deliberate attempt to tarnish one of India’s…
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Bhagalpur witnessed a landmark event on Friday as the Silk Bhawan hosted a grand loan mela under PMEGP and PMFME schemes. Chaired by DM Dr. Naval Kishore Chaudhary, the camp facilitated swift loan approvals and on-the-spot disbursals, empowering numerous entrepreneurs to launch their ventures. The venue was packed with officials such as the DDC, GM DIC, NEP Director, LDM, ADI Ambriish Anand, and bank representatives. Entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds queued up, their projects ranging from food processing units to innovative manufacturing setups, all poised for government-backed funding. In a hands-on approach, DM Chaudhary distributed cheques directly, symbolizing administrative support. Speaking…
Mumbai: In a resounding boost to India’s economic stature, foreign exchange reserves catapulted to a historic $723.774 billion for the week ended January 30, up $14.361 billion from the prior level. The Reserve Bank of India disclosed this landmark figure on Friday, highlighting sustained momentum after last week’s $8.053 billion rise. Gold reserves stole the spotlight, appreciating $14.595 billion to $137.683 billion amid global bullion price rallies. Conversely, foreign currency assets, encompassing major currencies like the euro, yen, and pound valued in dollars, edged down $49.3 million to $562.392 billion. Positive movements were noted in SDRs, which gained $21.6 million…
In a match that promises to be etched in cricket history, 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar delivered a masterclass innings in the Under-19 World Cup 2026 final. Facing England at Harare, India posted 411/9, largely thanks to Suryavanshi’s blistering 175 off 80 deliveries – a knock adorned with 15 boundaries and 15 maximums. The innings began steadily after skipper Ayush Mhatre called correctly at the toss. An early setback saw Aaron George depart for 9 at 20/1. Enter Suryavanshi, who steadied the ship with Mhatre in a 142-run alliance off 90 balls, taking India to 162. Mhatre fell for 53,…
A strategic pivot by the Islamic State is raising red flags for India’s counter-terrorism apparatus. Indian radicals, previously relegated to peripheral duties, are now combat-ready assets for ISKP in Afghanistan, complete with suicide vest missions and propaganda stardom. The change is stark. Post-2019 interrogations revealed Indian IS affiliates griping over second-class status in Syria and Iraq. Now, IS is rerouting them to Afghanistan, leveraging cultural affinities that make the rugged terrain feel less alien than Middle Eastern deserts. ISKP’s playbook is sophisticated: radicalize via social media, exfiltrate through Gulf transit points, then elevate recruits to ‘hero’ status in battles. Names…
In a blistering critique from Varanasi, BJP parliamentarian Manoj Tiwari has charged Rahul Gandhi and Congress with orchestrating Parliament mayhem to ignite countrywide chaos. Recalling the recent pandemonium, Tiwari revealed the opposition’s calculated strategy. ‘They deliberately placed women at the vanguard, anticipating backlash against PM Modi attacks. Rahul’s ultimate goal? Parliamentary brawl escalating to national violence,’ he told reporters. The MP didn’t mince words on the opposition’s apparent hostility: ‘Their actions in Parliament two days back – is assassinating the PM their aim?’ He reminded that Modi’s premiership stems from voter will, irking the Gandhis who can’t stomach it. Tiwari…
Harare Sports Club witnessed fireworks on Friday as India’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi carved out 175 runs, helping his side post 411/9 and set England a towering 412 to win the Under-19 World Cup 2026. With both teams hungry for silverware—India for a record sixth, England for a second—tensions ran high. Captain Ayush Mhatre called correctly and chose to bat. Aaron George’s departure for 9 brought Suryavanshi and Mhatre together for a match-defining 142-run partnership over 90 balls, lifting India to 162. Mhatre’s 53 came off 51 deliveries with flair. Undeterred, Suryavanshi and Vedant Trivedi blazed 89 runs in 39 balls. The…
In a bold move for Indian cinema, ‘Ghodan’ premiered nationwide on Friday, positioning the cow as the heart of a story that marries spirituality, science, and societal reflection. Fully devoted to Gomata, this debut film on the subject challenges viewers to rethink their bond with nature and tradition. Promotion chief Shantanu Shukla shared insights into the film’s mission. ‘Ghodan reconnects us to our cultural and religious essence,’ he noted, detailing sequences where scientific research validates the cow’s multifaceted contributions—from Ayurvedic medicine to organic agriculture. Real events woven into the plot amplify its authenticity, making the message stick. For the younger…
NAGPUR: Jeet Adani, key figure at Adani Defence and Aerospace alongside Adani Airports, lit up the ‘Advantage Vidarbha 2026’ platform with a bold vision. Vidarbha, he asserted, is pivotal to India’s energy saga, and the Adani Group’s deep-rooted engagement promises to propel the region forward for generations. The group’s mission? Construct unshakeable energy security, spawn premium employment opportunities, uplift local communities, and reinforce the nation’s economic pillars. Investments here mirror India’s top priorities: a sustainable clean energy horizon, a cohesive industrial-logistics framework, and growth that includes everyone, especially the youth. Tirora hosts Maharashtra’s flagship 3,300 MW supercritical plant, a marvel…
Bihar’s law enforcers struck a decisive blow against organized crime as Vaishali STF and local police eliminated fugitive Prince in a fierce exchange of gunfire in Digghi’s Hanuman Nagar. The operation claimed the life of the dreaded dacoit while his associate was arrested with a firearm. Hailing from Husseina village, Prince alias Abhijeet Kumar was deeply embedded in Subodh Singh’s gold robbery empire, facing dozens of charges from loot to homicide. SP Vikram Sinhag recounted the sequence: intelligence pinpointed Prince’s hideout, prompting a swift raid. Gunshots erupted from the suspect, met with police counterfire. Rushed to hospital, Prince was pronounced…