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Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar met Rahul Gandhi amid speculation about a leadership change

Sandhya

Mysuru: Amid the ongoing leadership tussle within the ruling Congress government in Karnataka, a significant political development has emerged. Senior party leader Rahul Gandhi briefly met with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at Mysuru’s Mandakalli airport. Although the meeting was brief, it has sparked speculation within power circles given the current political situation in the state. According to party sources, Rahul Gandhi was returning to New Delhi after attending an event in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris district. During his transit at the airport, he held discussions with…

PM Modi visited Union Minister Murugan’s house to offer prayers and said, Pongal is now a global festival

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New Delhi: On the auspicious occasion of Pongal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan and performed puja with full rituals. He participated in the Pongal celebrations as per Tamil traditions and extended his best wishes to the Tamil community around the world, including his fellow citizens. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Modi stated that Pongal is no longer confined to Tamil Nadu; it has become a global festival that conveys the message of balance between nature, family,…

Delhi BJP’s ‘Khichdi Utsav’ showcases strength, rousing applause for acting president Nitin Navin

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New Delhi: On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, tremendous enthusiasm and political activity was witnessed at the Delhi State BJP office on Wednesday. The occasion was the “Makar Sankranti Milan Samaroh,” in which the Delhi unit of the BJP gave a grand welcome to the newly appointed National Executive President of the BJP, Nitin Navin. Amid the beats of drums and chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” and “Jai Shri Ram,” the workers welcomed their new Executive President. The highlight of this event was the presence of the newly appointed…

America will not be able to attack Iran even if it wants to!

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Large protests are ongoing in Iran amid Donald Trump’s aggressive rhetoric. However, given the military deployment, strategic risks, and international politics, an attack on Iran appears unlikely for the US. US President Donald Trump is once again taking a tough stance on Iran. Trump’s statements have become more aggressive following the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Meanwhile, Iran is witnessing its largest wave of anti-government protests to date. In these circumstances, questions are being raised about whether the US can truly launch a military attack on Iran. According…

Is America withdrawing its troops from Middle East bases due to fear of Iran’s threat?

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The US president recently warned Iran that the US would take strong action if the executions were carried out. The Iranian judiciary chief’s comments are being seen as a direct response to the US warning. Washington: Tensions in the Middle East are rapidly rising, and the possibility of war is deepening. Iran has recently issued strong statements and threatened to attack US military bases. Meanwhile, the US has begun withdrawing troops and personnel from its major military bases. According to reports, the US is taking steps to remove personnel from…

The Trump administration has banned the entry of citizens of 75 countries into the US, and has imposed a ban on new visas

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Washington:  In a major and drastic decision, the United States has completely halted the processing of visa applicants from 75 countries. This ban will take effect on January 21st, with no deadline set. The Trump administration claims this move is necessary to prevent foreign nationals who may rely on government assistance programs from immigrating to the United States. This decision will affect thousands of applicants from countries like Russia, Afghanistan, Iran, Brazil, and Nigeria. According to directives issued by the US State Department, visa processing has been halted for citizens…

Amid fears of a US attack, Iran’s Foreign Minister spoke to S Jaishankar, expressing concern over the violence

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New Delhi: Amid the ongoing political turmoil and violent protests in Iran, India has increased its vigilance regarding the safety of its citizens. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi spoke with Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar by phone. The conversation discussed the rapidly evolving situation in and around Iran. Amid the rising death toll and the unstable security situation, the Indian Embassy has issued strict advisories for its citizens. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on the social media platform X that he received a call from Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed…

Kite flying turns deadly on Makar Sankranti: ‘Chinese manjha’ claims 4 lives in one day

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In Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 45-year-old Raghubir Dhakad was riding his bike when a nylon string cut his neck and he bled to death. Two people also lost their lives in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. While kite flying was a rage across the country on Makar Sankranti, nylon kite string, commonly known as “Chinese manjha,” became the cause of death for many families. At least four people lost their lives in a single day in different states, highlighting how dangerous this string can be. Chinese manjha is an extremely thin and sharp…

Avtar Singh Walia Named Top Restaurant Owner of the Year by IAOTP

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Michelin-Starred Restaurateur Honored for Transforming Indian Fine Dining in America Las Vegas, NV — In a glittering ceremony at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, Avtar Singh Walia, renowned for his transformative impact on Indian cuisine in America, was honored as a Top Restaurant Owner of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP). In addition, Tamarind Tribeca, owned by Avtar Singh Walia, was chosen as Top Restaurant of the Year for 2025 by IAOTP. The annual gala in December 2025, which brought together global industry leaders, celebrated…

UST donates e-scooters, Body-Worn Cameras, road barriers to Thiruvananthapuram City Police as part of CSR

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Thiruvananthapuram: UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has donated two electric scooters, four body-worn cameras and ten road barriers to the Thiruvananthapuram City Police as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme. UST officials handed these over to the Thiruvananthapuram City Police at a function organised at the office of the Commissioner of Police, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram. Thomson Jose IPS, DIG and former Police Commissioner, Thiruvananthapuram City; T. Farash, IPS, Deepak Dhankher IPS and Zulfiqer M K, Deputy Commissioners; G. Anil Kumar, Assistant Commissioner – Traffic North;…