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BJP hits back at Raj Thackeray’s Rasmalai jibe, mocks civic poll defeat

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New Delhi. The BJP and its allies have secured a decisive victory in the Maharashtra civic elections. After the strong performance in the BMC elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party has responded to Raj Thackeray’s jibe at Annamalai. BJP MP from Bengaluru Central, Karnataka, PC Mohan, posted on Instagram after the decisive BMC results and wrote, “Ordered some Rasmalai.” Buoyed by the BMC victory, young BJP MP Tejasvi Surya also took a dig at Raj Thackeray, describing the victory as sweet as rasmalai. Congratulating Maharashtra CM Fadnavis and party workers, he wrote,…

CPM Central Committee says the reason for the setback in the local body elections is the weakness of the organization; Will allow relaxation in the term provision

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Thiruvananthapuram: The CPM Central Committee meeting assessed that the main reason for the heavy setback in the local body elections was the weakness of the organization. The Central Committee’s assessment states that the weak strength at the party level and the failure in operational efficiency were the main factors for the setback in Thiruvananthapuram. It was specifically pointed out that the weaknesses in the party’s work were reflected in the following factors in the election defeat. It is said that a decision needs to be taken to find solutions to…

Who will be the new mayor of Mumbai, how is the selection done?

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Mumbai: The results of the Maharashtra municipal elections are in. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) swept to a landslide victory in the 2026 municipal elections, wresting control of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) from Uddhav Thackeray. With this, the Thackeray family’s three-decade-long dominance in the country’s wealthiest municipal body has ended. Now that the results are out, all eyes are on how and when Mumbai will get its new mayor. When will the names be announced? Let’s find out the answers to all these questions. Political parties select candidates for…

The power struggle in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation intensifies, with Eknath Shinde again resorting to ‘hotel politics’

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Mumbai: As the political battle for power in the Mumbai Municipal Corporation intensifies, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena faction has taken precautionary measures. Twenty-nine Shiv Sena councillors have been elected in Mumbai. It has been learned that Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has decided to keep them all together in a five-star hotel in Mumbai’s Bandra area until he is elected mayor. It is reported that this arrangement is being made to prevent horse-trading during the power-sharing process. Twenty-nine Shiv Sena councillors were instructed to report to a five-star hotel in Bandra…

Andrew Pappachen Receives 2025 Good Samaritan Award for Decades of Service

Dr. Ajay Ghosh

Celebrated Indian American Leader Recognized by Global Malayalee Christian Forum and CMS College Alumni Andrew Pappachen, a distinguished Indian American community leader, was honored with the 2025 Good Samaritan Award by the Global Malayalee Christian Forum in a solemn ceremony at the Kochi Ramada Inn on January 17, 2026. This prestigious award celebrates his unwavering commitment to the Indian diaspora, acknowledging over 30 years of dedicated service and leadership. In a separate event marked by warmth and nostalgia, Pappachen was felicitated by his classmates and professors from CMS College in…

The Chinese version of chickpeas: Try the tasty and crispy chilli chana

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Chickpeas are a whole grain rich in protein and fiber. People typically eat them in the form of chole bhature, chole kulcha, chole rice, or chaat. But have you ever tried chili chana? If not, today we’ve brought you a recipe for chili chana. They’re spicy and tasty. You can prepare them in minutes, from breakfast to a snack, during dieting or weight loss. They have a slight sweetness that makes them taste like Chinese flavors. So, let’s learn how to make chili chana.  Ingredients: -Kabuli Chana 100 grams (soaked…

T20 World Cup 2026: Craze surrounding India-Pakistan match; website crashes within minutes of ticket sales opening

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The ticketing platform’s servers were overloaded due to the influx of millions of requests. Many users shared their problems on social media and posted screenshots. Some reported being stuck in waiting queues for long periods of time. New Delhi: Fans were incredibly excited about the highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match between India and Pakistan. As soon as tickets for this epic clash went on sale, the website of the online ticketing platform BookMyShow suddenly crashed. As soon as the second phase of ticket sales began on Wednesday, millions of…

IND vs NZ: Rajkot ground proves unlucky for India again; New Zealand secures convincing win; Mitchell smashes century

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Rajkot: The three-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is underway, with the second match being played at the Niranjan Shah Cricket Stadium in Rajkot. New Zealand defeated India by seven wickets to level the series 1-1.  In this match, New Zealand got off to a steady start in their chase. Fast bowler Harshit Rana provided the Indian team with the first breakthrough, dismissing Devon Conway for 16 runs. Henry Nicholls and Will Young then tried to stabilize the innings, scoring runs off bad balls to keep the score moving.…

BALAM Dance Theatre to Open 2026 Season in ‘Dancing the Lyra Way” with Lyra Way Duo at Gotham Early Music Scene’s Midtown Concerts

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(New York, New York; January 13, 2026) — BALAM Dance Theatre opens its 2026 season with ‘Dancing the Lyra Way’ at the esteemed Gotham Early Music Scene’s Midtown Concerts on Thursday, February 12 from 1:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST at St. Malachy’s-The Actors’ Chapel, located at 239 West 49th Street, New York, New York 10019. This imaginative program will be presented both live and virtually by Midtown Concerts, a project of Gotham Early Music Scene. The program is open to the public, and admission is FREE. No tickets or reservations are required. People unable to attend the live performance…

Digvijay Singh will not go to Rajya Sabha; Many leaders are in the race; Kamal Nath will get the chance

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New Delhi: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijay Singh, the “Chanakya” of Madhya Pradesh politics, has suddenly announced that he will not contest the Rajya Sabha, causing a stir in political circles. Singh’s term ends in April, but his announcement has already sparked a wave of debate within the Congress party, from Delhi to Bhopal. Political circles are discussing Digvijay Singh’s sudden disillusionment with the Rajya Sabha. Questions have also arisen as to who the Congress will send to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh in his place. Media reports,…